{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Andrew Wright Property Podcast","title":"EP48: Property Options Masterclass Part 2: Turning Option Contracts Into Development Profits | Paul Vamvakaris","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/9af9f740\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3052,"description":"How do property developers turn an option contract into a profitable development deal?\nIn Part 2 of the Property Options Masterclass, Andrew Wright sits down with Paul Vamvakaris to examine real property development projects, the numbers behind them, and how strategic option agreements can create opportunities before settlement.\nFrom a major industrial park in Beenleigh to a land development in Cairns, Paul shares how he negotiates with landowners, secures development approvals, attracts buyers and manages the risks involved in multimillion-dollar projects.\nIn this episode, you'll learn:\nHow Paul structured a $10.7 million industrial land acquisition using an option contract.\nHow an industrial development was projected to generate approximately $105 million in sales against $65–70 million in costs.\nHow a Cairns industrial land project increased its sale value through subdivision and civil works.\nWhy option periods, deposits, development approvals and presales matter.\nHow developers assess flood risks, infrastructure costs and town planning constraints.\nWhy creating a win-win deal for the landowner can unlock opportunities other buyers miss.\nPaul also explains why successful property development is about more than finding cheap land. It's about understanding what a site could become, assembling the right consultants and creating value through planning and execution.\nConnect with Paul Vamvakaris\nHave a development site or want to learn more about Paul's projects? Visit Flagstone Property Group:\nhttps://flagstonepropertygroup.com.au/about\nSubscribe to the Andrew Wright Property Podcast for more real property deals, development strategies and conversations with experienced Australian investors.\nThis episode is for general education only and is not financial, legal or investment advice. Project figures and outcomes discussed are based on the guest's account and may include estimates or ongoing projects.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/AWve3fdnlO5RFVojAFxQgn5FISMIjquKk-WfEFUMIg4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jNWEw/ZTA1YTI2ZjQ0OGQ1/NmE0OGU3MzA0NTc5/MTBkMS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}