Analysis paralysis
You see potential everywhere, but do not have a repeatable way to decide which deal deserves your time.
Real projects. Practical guidance. Clear next steps.
Stop guessing.
Start developing with confidence.
Learn how to find, analyze and move land development opportunities forward—with a proven process, an experienced developer beside you and a shared framework your whole project team can work from.
Led by Carina GuzmánActive developerPractical education built from real projects
Empowering the next generation of land developers and development professionals.Why Carina created LDA →
The gap between interest and action
Development is complex.
Your next step shouldn’t be.
Most development opportunities do not fail because the potential was not there. They fail when key decisions are made before the risks are understood, assumptions are tested, and the right professionals are engaged.
Hidden risk
Zoning, servicing, approvals and site constraints can change the deal long before construction begins.
Numbers without context
A spreadsheet is only useful when the assumptions reflect the site, strategy and market.
Bringing expertise in too late
The right professionals are often engaged after key decisions are already made. Knowing who to bring in early—and when—can uncover critical information before it becomes a costly project risk.
LDA helps aspiring developers and industry professionals understand how development really works—connecting the process, the risks, the numbers and the decisions that shape a project from the very beginning.
Choose your level of support
From your first site review
to an active development project.
Start where you are. Get the knowledge, feedback and guidance your next decision requires.
01Best place to start
LDA Fast Track
Start today. Learn at your pace.
Twelve hours of focused, self-paced lessons with quizzes, templates, checklists and resources. Complete the suggested path in 28 days and keep lifetime course access, plus enjoy 30 days in the LDA Community free.
See the program →02
LDA Community
Keep learning. Keep moving.
Ongoing access to live guidance, practical masterclasses, project conversations, field experiences and a professional network—developers and the specialists who shape their projects, learning together.
Explore the community →03
Strategy Call
Get clarity on your next move
A focused one-to-one session for investors or developers who need experienced perspective on a site, decision, obstacle or next step.
Book a strategy call →04
Advisory Services
Experienced guidance throughout your project
Application-based, ongoing one-to-one advisory support for active projects—from small infill opportunities to large-scale subdivisions.
Apply for advisory →Beyond theory
Learn from the decisions real projects demand.
At LDA, education is grounded in real development work. You learn how developers evaluate opportunities, assess highest and best use, complete due diligence, navigate approvals, build the right team, and understand risk, then apply that thinking to real opportunities of your own.
Meet Carina and LDA →
Subdivision Site Tour
Fast Track Underwriting Lesson
Crash Course CohortResults that begin with clarity
What members say
about the Fast Track.
Confidence is not knowing every answer. It is knowing what to investigate, who to involve and how to make the next sound decision.
★★★★★
“Before Fast Track, I had interest in land development but no clear picture of the full process. The program gave me a step-by-step roadmap and made the path feel achievable.”
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Nishant JariwalaReal estate investor
★★★★★
“Fast Track gave me a clear roadmap and helped me understand which questions to ask, which professionals to involve and how to approach opportunities with more confidence.”
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Hossam SalehStructural engineer
★★★★★
“For anyone considering land development, this course is legit — you learn directly from Carina, the Land Development queen herself. You have made everything seem achievable; we know it is a lot of work, but with your guidance it is within reach. Here is to everyone’s success as we immerse ourselves in the land development world.”
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Theresa CarvajalReal estate investor & developer
★★★★★
“This course is great for beginners because it gives clear insight into land development and helps prevent mistakes, delays and costs—both emotionally and financially.”
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Gino LombardiPrincipal, Construction Manager
★★★★★
“What an incredible opportunity, Carina! You truly poured into us — I am forever grateful for your wisdom and generosity. The knowledge and guidance you shared gave us the key information we needed to navigate our land development goals. Shout out to the fierce investors in this group — the sky is the limit!”
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Erica Tessy CReal estate investor & developer
★★★★★
“The process, due diligence, highest and best use, financial analysis and real examples made a significant difference in how close I feel to my goal.”
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Jade LafondReal estate investor
★★★★★
“I used to see land development as just land and buildings. Under Carina’s guidance, it is now so much more — building communities, tackling challenges like affordable housing, and making a genuine impact. Every lesson was a nudge to think bigger and dream wider. Anyone can teach a subject, but it takes a special coach to inspire a mission.”
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Yi-Shi PanDesign-build operator
★★★★★
“The course gave me a clearer framework for evaluating opportunities and the confidence to take practical next steps in my own market.”
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Hiren PatoliyaRealtor
9.3/10average likelihood to recommend in the latest completion survey
Members reported clearer process knowledge, stronger due diligence skills and immediate action on site research, underwriting and industry relationships.
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The question that changes the deal
Before you ask, “Can I build it?” ask, “Should I develop it?”
The strongest developers do not chase every possibility. They learn to recognize the right project, surface the real constraints and make decisions with the end in mind.
Learn together. Not in silos.
Ready to see the whole
development picture?
Whether you want to learn how to develop land, are already leading projects, or support development through your profession, LDA helps you understand the full process, ask better questions, and make more informed decisions. Start where you are.