Transforming Small Towns Through Local Development with Kristi Kandel

Development does not have to start in a major city. Sometimes the biggest opportunities are sitting in your own hometown.

Kristi Kandel believes local people are the best people to shape the future of their communities. Instead of waiting for outside developers, she encourages investors and entrepreneurs to recognize opportunities that already exist around them.

In this episode, Kristi shares the story of a Michigan waterfront redevelopment that transformed an abandoned property into a gathering place for the community. She explains why local knowledge creates a competitive advantage, how development projects are funded, and why collaboration with city leaders can create long term success.

Key Topics

• Why development should happen for local communities
• The Michigan waterfront redevelopment story
• How developers raise capital without using only their own money
• Why smaller communities offer unique opportunities
• Building projects that create lasting community impact

Guest Information

Kristi Kandel

Website: KristiKandel.com

Podcast: Local Real Estate Developer Podcast

Call to Action

Learn more about Kristi's work and connect with her through KristiKandel.com.

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/property-profits-real-estate-podcast/id1445202