Scaling Up: Michael Zaransky on Ground-Up Development & Multi-Generational Real Estate Investing

In this episode of the Go Big! Live Real Estate Investors Podcast, host Matt Drouin interviews Michael Zaransky, founder and managing principal of MZ Capital Partners. Michael shares his extensive journey in real estate development, including key mistakes and lessons learned. With a background that includes a law degree from Northwestern University and being a third-generation real estate developer, Michael offers invaluable advice on site selection, capital raising, and the entitlement process. He also provides insights on building a track record and working with family in the real estate business. This episode is packed with tips for both experienced investors and those looking to scale into larger commercial deals.

00:00 Introduction and Host's Mistake

00:23 Meet Michael Zuranski

01:26 Michael's Background and Early Career

04:12 Generational Real Estate Development

09:26 First Big Deal and Lessons Learned

18:02 Ground-Up Development Masterclass

18:23 Site Selection and Market Analysis

32:14 Negotiating Land Deals and Entitlements

40:41 Raising Capital and Final Thoughts

Connect with Michael:
LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-h-zaransky/
Website- https://mzcapitalpartners.com/