Summary
In this episode of the New How podcast, Brian Corcodilos interviews Justin Kaplan, Director of Development at Odin Properties. They discuss Justin’s background in architecture and real estate, his experience teaching English in Taiwan, and his journey into affordable housing development. Justin shares insights on the challenges of the current real estate market and the importance of taking calculated risks in entrepreneurship. He also talks about his involvement with the KB Foundation, a mentor-based program for inner-city youth. Overall, the conversation highlights the impact of affordable housing development and the importance of taking ownership in one’s work.

Keywords
real estate, affordable housing, development, entrepreneurship, mentorship, sacrifice, ownership

Takeaways
Justin Kaplan, Director of Development at Odin Properties, shares his journey into affordable housing development and the challenges of the current real estate market.
Taking calculated risks and being willing to make sacrifices are important aspects of entrepreneurship.
Justin emphasizes the importance of taking ownership in one’s work and the impact it can have on personal and professional growth.
He also discusses his involvement with the KB Foundation, a mentor-based program for inner-city youth, and the positive impact it has on the lives of young people.
The conversation highlights the significance of affordable housing development and the need for accessible and quality housing for all.

Sound Bites
“Take risks, especially when you’re young.”
“Take ownership and make sure the job gets done.”
“The KB Foundation exposes inner-city youth to a different way of life.”

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
09:39 Transition to Odin Properties
31:43 Involvement with the KB Foundation
38:21 The Importance of Taking Ownership