Real Estate Addicts

In this episode, the guys welcome Josh Brandt of Stack + Co, who shares insights on his transition from design-build to focusing on construction and development. Josh discusses the challenges facing Boston’s housing market, particularly how rising construction costs, stricter affordability requirements, and layered regulations make projects difficult to finance and build. He emphasizes the importance of creative deal structuring, accurate cost modeling, and aligning partnerships to navigate today’s tough environment. The conversation also highlights policy trade-offs, construction efficiencies, and the role of collaboration in overcoming barriers to housing development.

What is Real Estate Addicts?

The Real Estate Addicts (REA) podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in real estate development, investment, construction and entrepreneurship. Each episode dives into a wide range of industry topics and features conversations with savvy, successful entrepreneurs who candidly share their career paths, challenges, breakthroughs, and the stories behind the remarkable companies they’ve built. Expect big personalities, thoughtful insights, and conversations that both educate and inspire.

Co-hosted by Ray Hurteau, Dan Rubin (Instagram: @rhinvestgroup), and Marc Savatsky (Instagram: @choose_boston)

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