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Brian Schroeder
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  • Houston, TX
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College Sophomore Interested Transitioning: Acquisitions > Dev.

Brian Schroeder
  • Realtor
  • Houston, TX
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Hello all,

I am a sophomore at GU and I am interested in pursuing a career in multifamily development. I am currently studying finance and am in love with architecture. I was wondering if you all have any recommendations as to books, podcasts, subscription services, or just general tips you might have for a young student trying to break further into the field of development. I currently intern as an acquisitions analyst in Houston.


Over the past few weeks I have spoken with brokers, entrepreneurs, investors, and developers and they all give me very different advice. The broker for example recommended that I go get my sales agent license to boost credibility while an entrepreneur recommended I do not offer my skillsets to company owners for free. I have begun learning Sketchup but I am just unsure of what would make me most valuable/benefit my progression the most.  Any and all suggestions are greatly appreciated. Thank you all!