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From Triplexes to 60 Acres: Scaling Into Development ft. Dane Buttenaar BLD Podcast Ep. 23

“Once you control the land, everything becomes a business decision - not an emotional one.” In this episode of the BLD Financial Podcast, we’re joined by Dane Buttenaar, a real estate developer who scaled from small multifamily properties into controlling 60 acres of development land in Ontario. Dane walks through what scaling actually looks like - from early triplex and fourplex deals, to missing-middle projects, to large-scale land development. We unpack the realities behind construction costs, financing, partnerships, and why development forces investors to think like operators, not speculators. This conversation goes beyond theory. Dane shares real war stories from the field, including near-miss deals, capital challenges, and the lessons that only come from building projects out of the ground. In this episode, we explore: ✅ The transition from small multifamily to large-scale development ✅ Why scaling in real estate is not linear ✅ The real role of capital, experience, and partnerships in development ✅ Renovations vs. new builds - and why many developers are switching ✅ How credit unions, construction loans, and CMHC fit together ✅ Why controlling land changes the entire investment equation ✅ The biggest risks developers face before a shovel ever hits the ground ✅ What investors misunderstand about “scaling” in real estate Whether you’re an investor looking to move beyond small multifamily, or someone trying to understand what real estate development actually entails, this episode delivers a grounded, experience-driven look at what it takes to scale responsibly. Who is Dane Buttenaar? Dane Buttenaar began his career in hands-on construction and site work, starting in landscape and project construction, where he developed a practical understanding of costs, timelines, and managing trades. That foundation led him into real estate investing, where he began acquiring and operating small multifamily properties, using triplexes and value-add rentals to build stable, active income. Over time, Dane transitioned from renovations into ground-up development, scaling from small multifamily projects into missing-middle builds and ultimately large-scale land development, including controlling 60+ acres of development land in Ontario. Through DASA Properties, he focuses on purpose-built rental housing and infill development, applying a disciplined, numbers-first approach to construction, financing, and partnerships. His journey reflects the realities of scaling in real estate - where execution, experience, and capital matter more than speculation. Follow & Connect with Dane Buttenaar: Website - https://www.dasaproperties.ca/ Instagram -   / dbutts8   The Beach Motel - https://thebeachmotel.ca/ Follow & Connect with Josh & Ehren: Instagram -   / bldfinancial   Facebook -   / bldfinancial   YouTube - @bldfinancial 🎧 Listen to the full conversation on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify — search “BLD Financial Podcast Dane Buttenaar" or click here: Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3M2qJk6... Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/191... 0:00 – Intro: Dane Buttenaar 2:45 – Massive Shift Into the Missing Middle 3:55 – Having the Right Team in Place 5:27 – Pivoting to Midsize Developments 8:52 – Dane’s Real Estate Journey 11:21 – Commercial vs Personal Financing 14:57 – Project Costs & Cost Consultants 17:10 – Expanding The Development Business 18:25 – Dane’s 60 Acre Development 22:25 – Scaling With Partnerships 24:15 – The Hardest Part About Being a Developer 28:19 – Nobody Gets Rich in Real Estate 30:45 – Dane’s Future in Development 32:43 – Connect With Dane Buttenaar DLC National License: 12360 #RealEstateInvesting #CanadianRealEstate #RealEstateDevelopment