Bernel Hall is the president and CEO of New Jersey Community Capital and has executed over $5 billion in real estate investments and lending.

Bernel starts off by explaining how playing Monopoly sparked his interest in real estate as a kid! He discusses how he got involved with public housing developments and gives his take on ways housing authorities can improve efficiencies. Bernel shares his proudest development story which involved the creation of the New Jersey Land Bank and the massive impact it had on the community. In this episode, Bernel motivates with his distinguished resume and initiative to redevelop and bring positive change to underserved communities!

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Guest Questions

03:20 Housing Provider Tip - Use Google Earth as a tool for property due diligence!

05:43 Intro to our guest, Bernel Hall!

12:59 Getting involved with public housing development.

16:00 How to improve efficiencies in public housing.

20:30 Bernel's proudest redevelopment!

30:58 Challenges of making public and private housing groups work together.

38:36 What's next for Bernel?

41:11 5 Year outlook on commercial real estate.

42:12 What is your competitive advantage?

43:28 One piece of advice for new investors.

44:02 What do you do for fun?

44:12 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?

44:48 Local Network Recommendation?

45:44 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you?

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Episode 312: Redeveloping Over 2100 Units in Underserved Communities with Bernel Hall

Straight Up Chicago Investor

Episode 312: Redeveloping Over 2100 Units in Underserved Communities with Bernel Hall