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The Residential Developer
"The Residential Developer Podcast," hosted by Nathan Battishall.
We will give you insights into the planning, execution, and management of small property developments.
Each episode talks about essential topics such as feasibility studies,
optimal development areas, and a range of project types.
Tune in every Wednesday for tips that will help you navigate and succeed in property development.
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CDC vs. DA: Why Your Approval Pathway Is Your Project Strategy
In this episode of the Residential Developer Podcast, host Nathan Battishall breaks down the critical decision between the Complying Development Certificate (CDC) and Development Application (DA) pathways in New South Wales. While many developers reflexively choose the CDC for its speed an...
Design Service vs. Development Partner: The Critical Difference that Makes or Breaks Your Project
In this episode, Nathan Battishall distinguishes between a typical design service and a long-term development partner, arguing that specialised knowledge is critical for residential investment projects. A design service primarily provides documentation and drawings, aiming to get approvals...
The Difference Between Approval Certainty Versus Approval Speed
In this episode, Nathan addresses the critical tension between approval certainty versus approval speed in residential development. Nathan argues that the obsession with speed—often fueled by agents, brokers, and the instant modern world—can be a "false sense of economy" that leads developers down a...
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Stop Forcing CDC! How to Choose the Right Approval Pathway for Maximum Profit
In this episode of the Residential Developer Podcast, host Nathan Battishall breaks down the critical decision between the Complying Development Certificate (CDC) and Development Application (DA) pathways in New South Wales. While many developers reflexively choose the CDC for its speed and ability ...
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