Building with Purpose: Real Estate Development, Community, and Persistence with Benathan Upshaw

Building a Real Estate Empire: An Inspiring Journey with Benton Upshaw

Join us on the Better Living Interest Channel as host Paul Pérez dives into a captivating conversation with Benathan Upshaw Co Founder Member of CB Emmanuel Development, a trailblazing real estate developer and social impact leader. From his humble beginnings in Buffalo to closing over $500 million in affordable housing projects across New York State, Benton shares his incredible journey, key insights, and valuable lessons. Discover how Benton's early inspirations, challenges, and strategic partnerships have shaped his career and learn about emerging trends in the real estate industry. Plus, stick around for some rapid-fire questions to get personal with this remarkable change-maker. This episode is packed with inspiration and actionable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and developers eager to make a meaningful impact in their communities.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview
02:01 Early Inspirations and Real Estate Beginnings
06:08 Challenges and Lessons in Real Estate
09:07 The Importance of Community and Self-Help
12:01 Barriers and Opportunities in Real Estate Development
15:12 Corporate Influence and Future Predictions
25:09 Transactional vs. Community Development
32:49 Building a Strong Team and Overcoming Challenges
37:53 Strategic Growth and Project Management
41:04 Project Management in New York City
42:05 The Role of Property Management
42:23 Starting in Real Estate Development
43:47 Expanding Geographically
45:02 Challenges and Strategies in Upstate New York
46:04 Background and Career Path
47:16 Economic Climate and Opportunities
47:49 The Bronx and Affordable Housing
48:55 Government Programs and Initiatives
50:03 Personal Experiences and Reflections
58:52 Rapid Fire Questions
01:12:01 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Benathan Upshaw
  / benathan-upshaw-2103a748  
https://www.linkedin.com/company/cb-e...
https://www.cbemmanuel.com

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