
I teach locals how to become developers in your backyard.
My Purpose
Kristi Kandel is a Florida-based real estate developer behind $450M+ in projects across the U.S. She is currently developing Elevate SWFL, a sports and wellness destination in Bonita Springs built around connection and community.
Through the Local Real Estate Developers, Kristi shares how development actually works. Her work is focused on empowering locals to take an active role in shaping what gets built in their own communities.
Local Real Estate Developer 🎙️

YOU can become a real estate developer in your own backyard.
Out of 19,500 cities in the U.S., over 75% have fewer than 10,000 people. That’s 16,000+ towns waiting for locals (like YOU) to shape the future of where people live, work, and play.
Real estate development has been gatekept for too long. We’re changing that, and putting the power back in local hands and fueling a grassroots movement across the country.
Ready to be part of it?
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+20 Years
Combined Development & Business Experience
+$450M
Development Projects Managed
Nationwide
+50K Hours
Dedicated to Real Estate Development
+31 Total Doors
13 Short-Term Rentals/
18 Long-Term Rentals
Are you ready to become a Local Real Estate Developer?
We know when locals lead, communities thrive.
Big developers shouldn’t be the only ones shaping our communities. With the right tools and guidance, you can lead the way turning overlooked properties into thriving spaces that serve your neighbors for generations to come.
Are you ready to be the changemaker in your town?

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Local Real Estate Developers
At Local Real Estate Developers™, we believe YOU (the LOCAL) has the power to revitalize your community. The properties you pass every day hold untapped potential and are just waiting for a LOCAL to bring them to life.





