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February 19, 2025 31 mins

From fixing fences on his father's ranch to shaping urban landscapes, Luis Belmonte, principal at Seven Hills Properties, chronicles his unlikely path to real estate development. Drawing from his Irish-Italian roots and decades of experience, Luis reveals why he chose practical community projects over luxury developments – and how this decision shaped his success.

Beyond the blueprint, Luis breaks down the essentials of real estate investment, from internal rate of return to the delicate balance of leveraging. And reveals the hidden potential in today's office spaces while sharing hard-earned wisdom from his most memorable wins and losses.

Key Takeaways:
• Discover why focusing on practical, community-oriented projects can deliver stronger returns than luxury developments, backed by real-world examples from decades of successful deals and market cycles

• Learn the critical metrics that drive profitable development decisions, including a masterclass on evaluating internal rate of return and managing leverage risk in today's market

• Explore contrarian opportunities in the office sector, with actionable insights on identifying undervalued properties and turning market challenges into profitable ventures

Join us for this unvarnished look at real estate development through the eyes of a builder who started from the ground up.

Connect further with Luis Belmonte at LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/luis-belmonte-54257211/ or Seven Hills Properties https://www.7hp.com.

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