Welcome to the Suite Series podcast! In today's episode, we have a captivating conversation with Dr. Gina Merritt, Principal at Northern Real Estate Urban Ventures. Dr. Merritt explores project financing complexities and shares her experiences in closing gaps in affordable housing. Emphasizing the alignment of project goals with community development, she stresses the importance of stakeholder support. We delve into her company's renowned reputation, involvement in multi-million dollar projects, and her personal journey from an underserved community to a prominent role in real estate development.

Takeaways

• Challenges and Strategies in Real Estate Development
• Successes and Recognition in Real Estate Development
• Business Development and Strategy in Real Estate
• Professional Development and Advice for Aspiring Real Estate Professionals

Quotes

"Knowing your numbers can truly make a difference in your life, especially when it comes to structuring your own deals."-Dr. Gina Merritt

"My advice out there would be to please, please, please dedicate some time to learning how to run a financial model."-Dr. Gina Merritt

Featured in this Episode
Dr. Gina Merritt
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-gina-merritt-mba-7617ba6/

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction
00:36 - Doctor Gina Merritt: A powerhouse and leader in real estate
05:46 - Project Community Capital aims to bridge the employment gap
07:31 - 94% retention rate for community construction employment12:33 - DC, Maryland have supportive administrations for development
17:02 - Transformative projects in Cleveland empowering neglected neighborhoods
20:22 - Working on diverse real estate projects, including affordability
23:28 - Investors rely on tax credits for return
27:59 - Navigating and financing through economic challenges skillfully
29:51 - Creating multiple income streams for sustainable success
32:53 - Technical expertise crucial for financial success in business
34:21 - Outro

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