In the ’90s, I was an electrician earning my architecture degree while rebuilding homes. Those early years taught me lessons that still guide my approach to development today. Read the full story: danielkaufmanrealestatedeveloper.blogspot.com/2025/10/rebuilding-cities-how-my-early-work-in.html

The White House is reportedly considering declaring a national housing emergency — a move that could reshape how we tackle affordability and supply. I break down what it could mean for the market: danielkaufmanrealestatedeveloper.blogspot.com/2025/10/the-trump-administration-eyes-national.html

What a government shutdown really tells us about ourselves. It’s less about politics-as-usual and more about what this moment reveals about how we’re working (or not working) together. If you’ve got a few minutes, give it a read and let me know what you think: 👉 write.as/dankaufman/a...

Mass timber modular is changing everything we thought we knew about workforce housing. Precision-built, sustainable, and dignified—not boxy or bland. We prove it’s possible to build faster, better, and more beautifully. Read more 👇 🔗 danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/09/30/h...

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Feeling weighed down by the headlines? Start small—tip big, smile at someone, or call a friend. Generosity fuels gratitude, and action beats despair. 🍂 Read my morning post 👉 write.as/dankaufman/h...

BREAKING: The Fed just cut interest rates for the first time since Dec! What does this mean for the economy & your wallet? Read my latest blog post to find out: coperinno.com/posts/163125... #FedRateCut #Economy #InterestRates

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I’ve been rethinking my relationship with my phone—small changes like leaving it in the living room at night and silencing notifications have made a big difference. Wrote about it here: 👉 write.as/dankaufman/m...

💔 Charlie Kirk’s assassination is a tragedy — and a warning. Political violence isn’t a left or right issue; it’s a threat to all of us. We need empathy, dialogue, and leadership that lowers the temperature before it’s too late. Read my reflection: 🔗 write.as/dankaufman/t...

🚨 Big moves at Kaufman Development! We’re: 🏗️ Scaling modular workforce housing ⚡ Investing in data-center-adjacent projects 🌎 Growing a national platform with Mission10K, Elevation & Grocapitus 🔗 See what’s next: www.tumblr.com/dkaufmandeve... #RealEstate #Innovation #ModularConstruction

Florida’s real estate market is flashing red: soaring foreclosures, canceled sales, plummeting prices, and insurance chaos. The hype is loud, but the data is louder. Read my full breakdown: 🔗 danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/09/02/f... #FloridaRealEstate #HousingMarket #RealEstateInvesting

Labor Day isn’t just a Monday off. It’s rooted in struggle, sacrifice, and a fight for dignity at work. This year, I reflected on its history — and what “work” means in an age of AI and automation. 🔗 write.as/dankaufman/l...

New Orleans is rethinking resilience with a bold idea: 15-minute “Community Lighthouses” that keep neighborhoods powered & connected during disasters. What this means for real estate & the future of resilient cities 👇 open.substack.com/pub/danielka...

🏡 For the first time in decades, new homes are selling for less than resale—and builders are piling on incentives. What’s driving this rare inversion, and what does it mean for developers, brokers, and investors? Full breakdown here 👉 danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/08/28/n...

The housing market is stuck in neutral: ⚖️ Buyers can’t afford 💰 Sellers won’t budge 🚧 Builders are pulling back But cracks are forming—and opportunity is around the corner. Read my latest breakdown 👇 danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/08/26/s...

Sitting on a plane thinking about the K-shaped economy: the top 20% still spending, the bottom 80% pulling back. What’s good for Wall St. isn’t always good for Main St. Can AI-driven abundance be shared, or will inequality keep growing? 👉 write.as/dankaufman/h...

🌎 Americans dream of moving — but which cities top the list? I break down the latest survey and what it means for real estate, development, and investment. 👉 danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/08/23/1... #RealEstate #MarketTrends #CityLiving

📉 The data’s in: Home prices are falling hardest in Florida & Texas. I’ve been warning about Florida’s correction since last year—told I was wrong. Fast forward to today, and the map tells the story. The hottest markets are cooling fastest.

The Fed is prioritizing inflation over jobs—and tariffs are adding fuel to the fire. What does this mean for real estate investors and developers? I break it down in my latest Substack. Read & subscribe here: open.substack.com/pub/danielka...

🚨 South Florida’s multifamily market just flipped. High rates, soaring costs & oversupply are turning a seller’s paradise into a buyers’ market — with prime sites now hitting the market. Full breakdown + where the opportunities are 👇 danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/08/15/s...

The AI era will reward character more than credentials. I wrote about why resilience, conscientiousness & adaptability matter more than ever — and how a friend is teaching his kids that by having them run his bookstore. Read here: write.as/dankaufman/r...

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OpenAI’s $500B valuation isn’t just a tech story—it’s a signal. The US-China AI arms race is accelerating, and it’s already reshaping how we invest, build, and plan infrastructure. Here’s what it means for developers and investors👇 medium.com/@danielkaufm...

The jobs report was bad — but the bigger story is what it reveals about AI and the future of work. White-collar jobs are disappearing faster than most people realize. I wrote about what’s really going on and what it means for the next generation. 👉 write.as/dankaufman/t...

The data’s getting weirder, and the world’s getting louder. From shaky jobs numbers to Trump’s power plays and redacted Epstein files, trust is cracking—and that has big implications for investors, builders, and all of us. New blog post: 👉 danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/08/01/t...

🚧 New Development Incoming Excited to share an early look at our newest multifamily project in the heart of Jacksonville. We’re bringing modern, efficient design to a fast-evolving neighborhood with real long-term potential. More to come as we move into final design and permitting.

Lately I’ve been hearing from smart, capable friends who are quietly struggling — with layoffs, stalled careers, and rising pressure. There’s more hardship out there than we think. I wrote about it here: write.as/dankaufman/h...

First look at our adaptive reuse project in Jacksonville. Preserving the original brick structure while adding a modern 3-story extension. Balancing history with density—because good design respects the past and builds the future. #redevelopment #adaptiveReuse #Jacksonville

Powerful truths. 💡 Sometimes the biggest lessons come when we slow down and reflect. Every one of these hits differently depending on where you are in life. 🔁 Which one resonates with you most right now?👇 #LifeWisdom #LessonsLearned #GrowthMindset #Perspective

🏡 Homes listed for $1? It’s not a typo — it’s a bold strategy that’s actually working. In my latest post, I break down how these listings are sparking bidding wars and letting the market set the price. Read here: danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/07/24/h... #RealEstate #HousingMarket #Investing

The Fed’s under fire. Meme stocks are ripping. Trump just bet $2B on Bitcoin. What does it all mean for capital markets, development risk & investor sentiment? I break it down on Substack: 👉 open.substack.com/pub/danielka... #realestate #investing #crypto #FederalReserve #AI #Substack

A $25,000 electric truck with no paint shop, no self-driving tech, and no fluff — just 600 parts and a bold bet on simplicity. Inside Slate Auto’s scrappy, Bezos-backed plan to shake up the EV game: 👇 substack.com/@danielkaufm...

I bought my first two homes for $10K at 18. That’s how I got started — fixing what was broken and creating value. Just dropped a breakdown of the best states for fix & flip investors in 2025. Where the deals are 👇 danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/07/13/t...

Some of the Sun Belt’s hottest housing markets are cooling fast — homes are sitting longer, buyers are getting pickier, and prices are slipping in key metros. Here’s what it means for dealmakers: 🔗 danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/07/11/i...

🚨 Trump’s new tariff threats are back — and real estate investors need to pay attention. From construction costs to Fed policy, the ripple effects are real. Breakdown here: danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/07/07/t...

🏠 Is the “Taylor Swift Tax” coming to Maine? With 21% of homes sitting vacant, lawmakers may follow Rhode Island’s lead—and it could reshape my Newry build plans. Why I’m now seriously considering Vermont: 🔗 danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/07/02/i...

Everyone’s watching the usual coastal metros—but the real rent growth in 2025 is happening in places you’re probably overlooking. Upstate NY, Knoxville, Providence, Philly… here’s where the smart money is headed: 🔗 medium.com/@danielkaufm...

🏔️ Big news out of Vail: 268 new workforce housing units are breaking ground—creating real solutions for resort-town sustainability. Why this matters (and what it means for developers, investors & skiers): 👇 danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/06/22/v...

Everyone said San Francisco was finished. We kept investing. Here’s the data proving why that bet was right—and why the smart capital is coming back. 📈 Read the full post: danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/06/20/s...

🏙️ Where the Fortune 500 go, strong real estate markets follow. New blog post: why HQ locations are a hidden driver of rent growth, absorption, and investor returns—plus the surprise reshuffling in 2025’s rankings. Read now: medium.com/@danielkaufm...

📉 High rates. 📈 High prices. So where’s the smart money going in 2025? To the states where affordability meets yield—from Kansas to Missouri, investors are chasing real returns in overlooked markets. 🔗 Read the full post: danielkaufmanrealestate.com/2025/06/16/f...

📈 While most new-home markets are stalling, 4 metros are quietly outperforming the rest of the country. Here’s why—and what it means for developers and investors: Against the Tide: Why These 4 Metros Are Dominating in 2025” 👉 danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/06/11/a...

🚨 Trump vs. Musk: The GOP’s biggest donor just went to war with its loudest voice. Power, money, and ego are colliding—and the fallout is already reshaping politics and markets. My latest breakdown: 👉 medium.com/@danielkaufm... #Trump #ElonMusk #GOP #RealEstate #Markets #Politics

🚨 Price cuts are accelerating—and Florida is leading the pack. What does this mean for developers, investors, and the next wave of real estate risk? 📉 My latest breakdown: danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/06/05/f...

📉 Canadian buyers are pulling back from U.S. real estate—and developers in Florida and beyond are feeling it. Here’s what’s driving the shift and how it could reshape demand for second homes and rentals: 🔗 danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/06/03/t...

Tesla sales are sliding. The brand is bleeding. But Elon’s latest distraction play is working—again. I broke down the pivot, the damage, and why it might not work next time. Read the full piece: medium.com/@danielkaufm...

🚨 Zombie homes are back—and they’re telling us something about where the housing market is heading. From rural North Carolina to the heart of the Midwest, a quiet wave of vacant, abandoned foreclosures is creeping in. Read the full breakdown here: 👉 danielkaufmanreal.estate/2025/05/31/w...

📉📈 Permitting shifts = tomorrow’s opportunities. New Census data reveals a surprising convergence in multifamily permits across Austin, Orlando, Phoenix & Atlanta—plus which smaller markets are heating up. Read the full breakdown → 🔗 danielkaufmanrealestatedeveloper.blogspot.com/2025/05/mult...