[RECAP] Newton Real Estate Meetup – Luxury Development Game!
Big thank you to everyone who made it out to today’s Real Estate Meetup in Newton, MA! I had the honor of interviewing Jim Fuller, a seasoned luxury developer who’s crushing it in Newton and Brookline—two of the most competitive markets in the state. Here’s what Jim shared: - How he finds off-market luxury single-family opportunities (yes, even in this tight market) - His strategy for financing high-end projects, even with interest rates and capital constraints - How he manages contractors, timelines, and budgets to stay profitable despite tariffs, labor shortages, and rising costs This conversation was next-level. We didn’t sugarcoat the challenges—but Jimm proved that success is still very possible if you adapt and execute strategically. My #1 takeaway: The market will always throw curveballs. Tariffs, inflation, financing—none of it matters if you know how to pivot and stay sharp. There’s always a way to win. For those of you who attended, what was your biggest Takeaway? Couldn’t make it? Don’t worry—the replay will be uploaded to YouTube in the next few weeks. I’ll drop the link here once it’s live. Let’s keep growing, building, and closing deals. —Robert