When Your Deal Isn’t Big Enough for Institutional Money
By: Jerad Graham, JD, MBA Published on: 21/10/2025Institutional capital is changing the rules of real estate development. In this episode, we break down why smaller developers often struggle to access institutional funding, how deal-size minimums impact project feasibility, and what “scale” really means in today’s market.
The Secret to Profitable Development in Miami's Tough Market
By: Jerad Graham, JD, MBA Published on: 15/10/2025In this episode, we delve into the complexities of real estate development in South Florida with a focus on the Wynwood neighborhood. We explore how factors like high rents, interest rates, and upfront development costs impact both developers and tenants.
The $500k Tenant Improvement Dilemma
By: Jerad Graham, JD, MBA Published on: 08/10/2025In this episode, we delve into the complexities of financing and designing unique real estate projects. The discussion highlights various strategies for managing cost overruns, attracting high-profile tenants, and ensuring alignment between developers, sponsors, and lenders.
The Real Estate Pyramid: Who Gets Paid First, and Why It's Not You
By: Jerad Graham, JD, MBA Published on: 01/10/2025In this episode, we delve into the complexities of setting up the capital stack in real estate development projects. We discuss the importance of understanding how the capital stack works and the alignment of incentives to benefit investors.
