Ep#56 Building Middle Income Multi Generational Housing with Scott Choppin

Ep#56 Building Middle Income Multi Generational Housing with Scott Choppin

Author: James Kandasamy May 19, 2020 Duration: 54:11

Today Guest is Scott Choppin. He is the founder of the Urban Pacific Group of Companies, a Long Beach, CA based real estate development company, founded in 2000, that focuses exclusively on urban infill and affordable housing communities throughout California and the western US. Over the last 18 years, the company has developed nearly 1,700 units of unique to market urban housing communities throughout the Western United States. Presently, Urban Pacific has created a new housing innovation called UTH, which provides middle income multi­generational housing to urban families, while producing market superior yields on invested equity. Historically, Urban Pacific's UTH projects have delivered 29% IRR yields on equity. As well as real estate development, the company provides project and development services to major commercial businesses across the nation through its subsidiary, Urban Pacific Realty Advisors.


James Kandasamy hosts Achieve Wealth Through Value Add Real Estate Investing Podcast, a resource dedicated to the nuanced world of commercial property investment. The focus here is squarely on the "value-add" strategy-a hands-on approach to identifying underperforming assets, implementing physical or operational improvements, and unlocking their true financial potential. Whether you're an active investor looking to manage projects directly or someone seeking passive opportunities through syndications and funds, this podcast breaks down the process into actionable insights. Episodes delve into market analysis, deal structuring, asset management, and risk mitigation, all through conversations with experienced operators and deep dives into real-world case studies. It’s a straightforward guide for building tangible wealth, moving beyond theory to discuss the practical steps and critical decisions that define success in this asset class. Tune in for a clear-eyed perspective on transforming properties and portfolios alike.
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