What exactly does a real estate developer do?

I have been watching shows like Million Dollar Listing, where a few real estate developers are introduced as characters. Real estate developers, in my opinion, are individuals who purchase vacant property and construct new homes on it, but that did not seem to be the show’s purpose. So what precisely do developers of real estate do?

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Real estate developers manage the process of buying land, constructing buildings and overseeing the project until completion. They secure financing, obtain permits and coordinate with various professionals.

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Hey, A real estate developer manages the process of creating new properties or renovating existing ones. They acquire land, secure financing, plan projects, hire architects and contractors, oversee construction, and market the finished properties. Their role involves balancing vision, risk management, and financial planning to successfully complete residential, commercial, or industrial real estate projects.

As a developer, I have the freedom to explore various opportunities, such as purchasing an empty lot in a city and strategizing how to construct a duplex instead of a single-family home. It’s an exciting challenge to determine the feasibility of such a project.