Choosing the right site is the foundation of every successful property development. While many developers get caught up in design ideas or potential resale values, the real success begins with the land itself. A site that looks appealing at first glance can easily turn into a financial trap if the fundamentals don’t stack up.

In this episode of the Property Mastermind Podcast, Bob and Hilary break down the process of finding great development sites. They cover the critical role of zoning, how to distinguish between a “good” and a “great” site, and the importance of profit margins as your safety net. You’ll also hear common mistakes new developers make, plus practical tips and tools to help you complete due diligence with confidence. Whether you’re searching for your first site or aiming to refine your strategy, this episode gives you the insider knowledge to make smarter decisions from the start.

Links
Attend the 3 Day Workshop on the Gold Coast: https://bit.ly/3UmDhjo 
Chat to Hilary about the current investment opportunity we have: https://link.propertymastermind.com.au/book-a-call
Join the Ultra-Urban Database for upcoming investment opportunities: https://bit.ly/45sqO2F
Head on over to our website to find out more about our workshop and education options: Our Website
Connect with handovers.com: https://handovers.com/

Episode Highlights
02:15 - Why zoning is the number one factor to check first.
05:40 - The difference between a good site and a great site.
09:05 - How profit margins act as both buffer and safeguard in development.
13:20 - Common pitfalls new developers face when searching for sites.
18:45 - The role of councils, town planners, and market timing.
24:10 - Tools and resources for effective site due diligence.

Choosing the right site is the foundation of every successful property development. While many developers get caught up in design ideas or potential resale values, the real success begins with the land itself. A site that looks appealing at first glance can easily turn into a financial trap if the fundamentals don&rsquo;t stack up.
In this episode of the Property Mastermind Podcast, Bob and Hilary break down the process of finding great development sites. They cover the critical role of zoning, how to distinguish between a &ldquo;good&rdquo; and a &ldquo;great&rdquo; site, and the importance of profit margins as your safety net. You&rsquo;ll also hear common mistakes new developers make, plus practical tips and tools to help you complete due diligence with confidence. Whether you&rsquo;re searching for your first site or aiming to refine your strategy, this episode gives you the insider knowledge to make smarter decisions from the start.
Links
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<li data-start="333" data-end="613">Attend the 3 Day Workshop on the Gold Coast: <a href="https://bit.ly/3UmDhjo">https://bit.ly/3UmDhjo</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://bit.ly/3UmDhjo"></a></li>
<li data-start="333" data-end="613">Chat to Hilary about the current investment opportunity we have:&nbsp;<a href="https://link.propertymastermind.com.au/book-a-call">https://link.propertymastermind.com.au/book-a-call</a></li>
<li data-start="333" data-end="613">Join the Ultra-Urban Database for upcoming investment opportunities: <a href="https://bit.ly/45sqO2F">https://bit.ly/45sqO2F</a></li>
<li data-start="333" data-end="613">Head on over to our website to find out more about our workshop and education options: <a href="https://www.propertymastermind.com.au/">Our Website</a></li>
<li data-start="333" data-end="613">Connect with handovers.com: <a href="https://handovers.com/">https://handovers.com/</a></li>
</ul>
Episode Highlights 02:15 - Why&nbsp;zoning is the number one factor to check first. 05:40 -&nbsp;The difference between a good site and a great site. 09:05 -&nbsp;How profit margins act as both buffer and safeguard in development. 13:20 - Common pitfalls new developers face when searching for sites. 18:45 -&nbsp;The role of councils, town planners, and market timing. 24:10 - Tools and resources for effective site due diligence.

Want to sky-rocket your property development career? Bob Andersen & Hilary Saxton are here to add value to your property journey, whether it be through high-quality education, guidance, and accountability. Stay tuned for weekly episodes!

Want to sky-rocket your property development career? Bob Andersen &amp; Hilary Saxton are here to add value to your property journey, whether it be through high-quality education, guidance, and accountability. Stay tuned for weekly episodes!

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