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Top 4 Things to consider in a Land Assembly

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Imagine trying to assemble different parcels of land into one piece - it's kind of like snapping building blocks. Except that we are talking about something people deeply value and cherish - their land. Due to their very nature, land assemblies require long timeframes to complete and can be very time-consuming. Often it is not just about the attributes of the land, but it is also about the people involved in the process.  Today, we are going to look at the top 4 ways to begin to understand land assemblies.

Summary
Asset Class
Land
Location
British Columbia
Date
September 1, 2023
Author
Klein Commercial

1. The Food Analogy

We all love food - mixing the ingredients and creating the right process generates something that causes taste buds to soar. While not to the same level, land can have those same special attributes that matter and how you mix these ingredients together, can mean getting the right profit for your land assembly and not getting it. Some might require a dab of more knowledge; others might be about to burn if you don't turn down the heat - what this means is that there are many variables involved, so knowing and not knowing what to do is part of the battle.

2. The Ingredients

This technique boils down to an age-old question - is the whole greater than the sum of its parts? Aristotle thought so, but when you're describing land assembly, it's probably best to explain the ingredients that go into a land assembly.

There is a standard question you have to ask - how do the ingredients play together?

In the case of land assembly, it is about the people and in this case it will be different people with different situations. Just like flavors can be different, so can people. Land assemblies contain more than just a negotiation between a group of sellers and a buyer. They contain different ingredients: city council, planning departments, legislation, the transit authority, schools, neighbours, competing buyers and the opinion of the public are all ingredients that play their role in the process. Remember that if you introduce the wrong ingredient at an improper time, it can ruin the process. That's why it's imperative to have the right mix of ingredients and to know when to use them.

3. Mixing It Up

Mixing up the ingredients is never easy, and people need to know what the process means - it is more complex than people think. Say, for example, your property is basil, and the other is oregano, separate they don't do much, but when combined, they make for a great mixture. The same can be said for people who own homes with land on them, and what makes a great mixture is when people work together and realize that the value of their property will increase the more they work together. Land assemblies are about assembling collectives of people with land that works to create value. It means that the more people work together through the process, the greater the value of their land assembly.

4. The Complexities

Cooking boils down to a specific set of techniques and how you prepare your process matters greatly. Remember that once you have identified that this is the process that yourself and the rest of the owners in your area want to go down, now you have to think of what will need to take place. It's how you approach the ingredients and what you do with them that matters. First, you start by looking at your ingredients and evaluating if the right amount is there - then you need to consider if you have the right consistencies. Will there be extra cost increases associated with your ingredients, what will we do if other ingredients aren't available? How will we source certain ingredients?

Conclusion

Land assemblies are complex like cooking - managing each owners personal circumstances and expectations while monitoring potential stakeholders affecting the marketing and the marketing process to source and present to the best potential buyer, are all a part of the process.

You need to know if you have to add the following extras:

  • Will relocation be included?
  • Is it a group sale or is it individual?
  • What will affect the transaction?

Remember that the difference is in the details and having the right expertise is important - this is similar to being a well-trained and educated cook who understands the complexity of food and what seasonings will work together and what will not. That is why it is important to work with an experienced Commercial REALTOR that specializes in complex land assembly - one that has the knowledge and expertise to ensure your best interests are their responsibility. It's like trusting a highly recognized chef who can expertly put all of the ingredients together to create an amazing dish.

Land Assembly Specialists

Alex Kwong

Alex Kwong


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BA

Amir Kamyab-Nejad

Amir Kamyab-Nejad


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B.Eng, MBA

Anthony Ibhahe

Anthony Ibhahe PREC*


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M.Eng

Bready Wu

Bready Wu


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Brian Oh

Brian Oh PREC*


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M.Eng

Dean Thomas

Dino (Dean) Thomas PREC*


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DEC

Dmytro Chernysh

Dmytro Chernysh PREC*


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DIBM, BSKin

Eugen Klein

Eugen Klein


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B.Comm, FRI, CLO, CRES, ARM®, RI, CCIM, CIPS, ICD.D

Josh Rosenberg

Josh Rosenberg


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Managing Broker

Michael Coulter

Michael Coulter


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Nahal Gamini

Nahal Gamini PREC*


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IIDA, IDC, NCIDQ

Olga Tarasenko

Olga Tarasenko


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B.Ling (BACHELOR OF LINGUISTICS), DIBM

Romie Babraa

Romie Babraa


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MBA, CSPO

Sunny Oberoi

Sunny Oberoi


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Land Assembly Specialists

Olga Tarasenko

Olga Tarasenko

B.Ling (BACHELOR OF LINGUISTICS), DIBM

“Set a goal so big that you can’t achieve, until you grow into the person who can” - this quote perfectly describes Olga’s nature and attitude to business. Born in Ukraine, Olga moved to Canada right after she got her Bachelors in Linguistics, becoming fluent in English and Japanese. Vancouver…
Dmytro Chernysh

Dmytro Chernysh PREC*

DIBM, BSKin

Focused Industrial

Dmytro Chernysh joined Klein Group Royal LePage Commercial in 2018 and specializes in both investment sales and leasing of industrial properties and development sites throughout Greater Vancouver. Dmytro’s honest approach to advisory and service excellence has fast resulted in repeat assignments with loyal clientele. He currently represents over $175 million…
Sunny Oberoi

Sunny Oberoi

As a young Commercial real estate professional, Sunny brings over 20 years of worth of experience to the Lower Mainland Real Estate Community. Striving to achieving his goals has always come naturally to Sunny as he was a competitive cyclist at the age of thirteen and later in his teens,…
Nahal Gamini

Nahal Gamini PREC*

IIDA, IDC, NCIDQ

Nahal Gamini is an award-winning Interior Designer, with 17 years of experience in Development and Real Estate, bringing enthusiasm and expertise to each client that she represents. She offers each of her clients personalized service and expertise on location, space, and lease/purchase options and is a trusted resource in the…
Amir Kamyab-Nejad

Amir Kamyab-Nejad

B.Eng, MBA

With a profound reputation preceding him, Amir Kamyab-Nejad stands as an exemplar of intellectual prowess, strategic acumen, and visionary leadership. His multifaceted skill set is a testament to his exceptional abilities in guiding developer and investor clients through the intricacies of diverse markets since 2012. Hailing from Iran, Amir holds…
Romie Babraa

Romie Babraa

MBA, CSPO

Romie Babraa has always had a curiosity for solving complex problems with focused and innovative solutions, which he uses to provide successful outcomes to his commercial real estate clients. His unique skillset and deep analytical experience allow him to gauge investment opportunities from multiple perspectives at once in order to…
Josh Rosenberg

Josh Rosenberg

Managing Broker

Josh was born and raised in Vancouver, B.C. He grew up in Dunbar and attended several small private schools. Josh was a member of the first class to graduate from the prestigious West Point Grey Academy. From his mother, an award-winning author and Member of the Order of Canada, he…
Alex Kwong

Alex Kwong

BA

Focused Industrial

Alex, a native of Vancouver, B.C., has a thriving career as a commercial real estate agent, with a particular focus on the industrial asset class. Embarking on his real estate journey in the residential sector while residing in Calgary, Alberta, Alex swiftly established himself. Over his initial two years, he…
Michael Coulter

Michael Coulter

With a fresh perspective and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Michael Coulter is poised to make a significant impact in the industry. Michael brings a unique blend of enthusiasm, adaptability, and a hunger to succeed. Drawing from a diverse background, he approaches real estate with a fresh set of eyes,…
Eugen Klein

Eugen Klein

B.Comm, FRI, CLO, CRES, ARM®, RI, CCIM, CIPS, ICD.D

- Royal LePage National Chairman's Club (Top 1%) 2012 - 2019 - Royal LePage Award of Excellence 2014 - 2019 - Royal LePage Top 10% National Commercial Sales 2017, 2019 - #1 in Canada for Royal LePage Commercial in 2017 - Commercial REALTOR® 24 years - Mobile Home Park owner…
Bready Wu

Bready Wu

With many years of experience in the hospitality industry, this has given Bready a high level of understanding of how important it is to follow Platinum Rule: Always treat others the way they want to be treated. From growing up in a major city in China, completing education studies in…
Anthony Ibhahe

Anthony Ibhahe PREC*

M.Eng

Anthony graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Master of Engineering Degree in Chemical Engineering and Engineering Management. He is currently a CCIM Canadian Candidate Member. With over 14 + years of real estate experience, Anthony is a true believer in the “POWER OF KNOWLEDGE”, which is why…
Brian Oh

Brian Oh PREC*

M.Eng

Brian Oh is a certified real estate agent representing homeowners, prospective homeowners, and commercial real estate investors in the Greater Vancouver region. Dedicated to fostering long-lasting relationships, Brian is recognized for his client-centric philosophy and analytical acumen in sourcing high-quality properties and/or buyers, and working alongside clients through each phase…
Dean Thomas

Dino (Dean) Thomas PREC*

DEC

For Dean Thomas, real estate investment grew from a curiosity in high school to a passion as he continued his studies while growing up in Quebec. From an early age he enthusiastically followed the progression of raw land from concept, to development, to final completion. An exceedingly successful negotiator, he…
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