The Residential Developer
The untold truths of what it takes to be a multi-million dollar residential developer
Join our conversations about residential property development with
"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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The Simple Strategy Outperforming High Yield Projects
Why do some developers chase maximum density only to find their profits swallowed by complexity and rising costs? Nathan Battishall explains why the gap between strong and weak deals is widening and why "potential" is a dangerous word in today’s market. You will learn how shifting your focus from ma...
How Builders Can Unlock Higher Profits in a Tough Market | Nathan Battishall
Why do some builders successfully transition to property development while others stay trapped by client demands? Nathan Battishall explains the "builder’s edge" and how construction insight helps you control costs better than any regular investor. You will learn how focusing on buildability protect...
Guide to Spotting High-Value Sites Right Now | Nathan Battishall
Have you noticed that the best deals often hide in the very markets that make everyone else pull back? In this episode of The Residential Developer Podcast, Nathan Battishall explains why the current climate is quietly creating superior development sites for those ready to act. He highlights how red...
How To Protect Your Capital in Uncertain Markets
Are you worried that a rushed acquisition might be the very thing that destroys your profit margin? In this episode, Nathan Battishall discusses the strategic necessity of slowing down to achieve better results in a volatile climate. He explains why today’s winners focus on superior decision-making ...
Market Proofing: The Developer’s Guide to Feasibility in a Crisis
After a short break, The Residential Developer, Nathan Battishall, is back to talk about how to build houses in today’s tough market. He explains why rising building costs aren't actually killing good deals, but are instead showing which ones were bad from the start. The real issue isn't just the hi...
The Development Masterclass: Highlights on Due Diligence, Locations, and Development Approvals
In this special highlights episode, we’ve curated the most critical insights from three powerhouse discussions to help you master the New South Wales property market. First, we dive into the technical side of due diligence with Prop Code , revealing how to instantly check 400+ planning rules t...
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 and ab...
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, wh...
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...
Why Most Residential Developments Fail Before the Design Even Starts
Nathan Battishall explores the reasons why many residential developments fail, often before the design process even begins. Nathan points out that risk is locked in early, not during construction, and that early decisions, if poor, compound into bigger problems later on. Failure often starts w...