Blog Category: RE Development

How to Use Due Diligence in Real Estate Development to Save Time and Costs
RE Development | September 29, 2025
How to Use Due Diligence in Real Estate Development to Save Time and Costs

How to Use Due Diligence in Real Estate Development to Save Time and Costs Every real estate project begins with big goals, but success depends on preparation. Developers often focus on design or financing. However, they overlook the groundwork that truly protects a project: due diligence. At its core, due diligence means reviewing every factor that could affect the land,…

Zoning for Service-Based Home Businesses in Los Angeles
RE Development | September 19, 2025
Zoning for Service-Based Home Businesses in Los Angeles

Learn how zoning affects service-based home businesses in Los Angeles. Discover rules, permits, HOA limits, and expert tips to run your business legally from home.

Los Angeles Real Estate 2025: A No-Nonsense Guide for Buyers and Investors
RE Development | September 19, 2025
Los Angeles Real Estate 2025: A No-Nonsense Guide for Buyers and Investors

Los Angeles Real Estate 2025: A No-Nonsense Guide for Buyers and Investors The Los Angeles housing market in 2025 is shifting. After years of frenzied competition and sky-high prices, buyers are finally gaining some breathing room. Investors are recalibrating, and neighborhoods are showing mixed signals. For anyone buying, investing, or simply watching, the key question is: how do you navigate…

Understanding Los Angeles Housing Demand: Why Smart Planning Matters
RE Development | September 15, 2025
Understanding Los Angeles Housing Demand: Why Smart Planning Matters

Los Angeles faces a growing housing demand driven by population growth, urban migration, and job opportunities. Developers must navigate zoning rules, affordability gaps, and market trends to build the right homes in the right places.

ADU Parking Impact Los Angeles: How Tenants Are Affected
RE Development | September 15, 2025
ADU Parking Impact Los Angeles: How Tenants Are Affected

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) help Los Angeles add more housing, but they can reduce tenant parking. Losing parking affects commute, accessibility, and quality of life, especially for elderly, disabled, or low-income residents.

Addressing Los Angeles Single-Family Home Challenges
RE Development | September 10, 2025
Addressing Los Angeles Single-Family Home Challenges

Addressing Los Angeles Single-Family Home Challenges Los Angeles has a serious housing problem. Renters and buyers struggle to find affordable homes. Property prices keep rising. A major factor is investors and landlords buying single-family homes (SFHs). Many convert these homes into rentals or short-term Airbnbs. This reduces housing options for residents and increases costs. High home prices block many middle-income…

Los Angeles Housing Reality: Lessons from Tokyo for Zoning and Development
RE Development | September 10, 2025
Los Angeles Housing Reality: Lessons from Tokyo for Zoning and Development

Los Angeles Housing Reality: Lessons from Tokyo for Zoning and Development Los Angeles faces a tough housing market. Rents keep climbing while options remain limited. Many observers compare Los Angeles with Tokyo, where rents are lower and housing is more available. At JDJ Consulting Group, we guide developers through zoning, entitlements, and feasibility planning. The contrast between Tokyo and Los…

LA Homebuyers Spending 78% of Income on Housing – What It Means for Developers
RE Development | September 2, 2025
LA Homebuyers Spending 78% of Income on Housing – What It Means for Developers

LA homebuyers now spend up to 78% of their income on housing. This affordability crisis is reshaping how developers, investors, and city planners approach real estate in Los Angeles. JDJ Consulting Group helps clients adapt through smart strategy, zoning guidance, and streamlined permitting.

The Real Cost of Buying a House in California (2025 Edition)
RE Development | September 1, 2025
The Real Cost of Buying a House in California (2025 Edition)

Buying a house in California is more than just paying the price you see online. From down payments to property taxes, closing costs, and monthly payments, the real cost of owning a home can surprise many buyers. This guide breaks down each expense, explains why costs are so high in places like Los Angeles and the Bay Area, and gives you tips to plan ahead.

What LA Property Buyers Are Saying About Down Payments in 2025
RE Development | September 1, 2025
What LA Property Buyers Are Saying About Down Payments in 2025

What LA Property Buyers Are Saying About Down Payments in 2025 sheds light on real buyer concerns, myths, and realities. Learn why $100K isn’t always required and how different buyers are navigating affordability challenges in today’s Los Angeles market.