Your Guide to Real Estate Development
Many people want to develop property but don't know where to start. We help you understand the process and execute your first project.
Why Most People Never Get Started
Real estate development is one of the most reliable paths to building wealth, but it's also one of the most intimidating. The process involves financing, permitting, construction management, cost control, contractor coordination, and market timing — and most people don't have experience in any of these areas.
The result? People with great land, solid ideas, and available capital never move forward because the process feels overwhelming. They either give up entirely or hand everything over to a general contractor who charges significant markups and makes all the decisions.
Akers Development exists to change that. We provide the knowledge, planning, and coordination that lets you develop property on your own terms — with full cost transparency and developer-level guidance.
The Development Process
Successful development projects follow a structured process. Here's what's involved.
Financing & Capital
Understanding construction loans, development financing, and how to structure your capital so the project is viable from day one.
Land & Feasibility
Evaluating land for development potential — zoning, utilities, topography, market conditions, and whether the numbers work.
Permitting & Approvals
Navigating building permits, zoning approvals, site plans, engineering requirements, and regulatory compliance.
Construction Cost Planning
Understanding what construction actually costs, how to budget accurately, and how to avoid cost overruns.
Contractor Coordination
Managing the relationships between builders, subcontractors, suppliers, and inspectors to keep the project moving.
Project Sequencing
Knowing what happens when — from site work to foundation to framing to finishes — and keeping the timeline on track.
We Walk You Through the Entire Process
Akers Development doesn't just advise — we actively guide you through each phase of your first (or next) development project.
Our consulting model gives you access to the same knowledge, planning tools, and construction resources that experienced developers use. You maintain control of your project while we provide the expertise to execute it.
We help with everything from evaluating whether a project makes financial sense to coordinating the construction resources needed to build it. And because you're paying a consulting fee rather than a general contractor markup, your project costs stay transparent and controlled.
What Can You Develop?
Custom Homes
Build your own home with full cost control and planning support.
Spec Homes
Build to sell — we help with market analysis, cost strategy, and execution.
Duplexes & Small MF
Develop duplexes or small multi-family for rental income or sale.
Land Development
Develop raw land into buildable lots or completed projects.
Ready to Start Your Development Journey?
Whether you have land, plans, or just an idea, we can help you evaluate the opportunity and build a path forward.