Join Chris Ford and Garland Harris Jr. for Episode 16 of Million Dollars Worth of Real Estate as they welcome special guest Dr. Courtney Johnson Rose, a former professor of Garland's from Prairie View A&M University's Master of Community Development program and CEO of George E. Johnson Development.

This episode is packed with an incredible blend of family legacy, academic insight, and modern real estate development strategy. Dr. Rose shares the inspiring 50-year journey of her family's firm, detailing how a $500 investment led to becoming a leading real estate brokerage and eventually a major force in community development, including the planning of the 234-acre Corinthian Point master-planned community.

Dr. Rose also opens up about her personal transition from a lucrative management consulting career at Accenture to full-time real estate development—a move triggered by the ethical dilemma of "getting rid of Sally" (automation) and a desire to make a tangible, positive impact on communities.

Discover:

• 🔑 How Dr. Rose’s father's law school class led to a real estate license and a successful family business that broke racial barriers in franchising.
• 🎓 The unique role of the Prairie View Master of Community Development program in bridging the gap between academia and real estate practice.
• 💻 The critical role of data and analytics in modern real estate, construction management, and urban planning, and how AI is rapidly changing the development landscape.
• 💡 Why efficiency and process optimization (learned in corporate America) are key to scaling a real estate business.

This is a must-listen for future real estate developers, investors, and anyone interested in the intersection of legacy, education, and large-scale community impact. Subscribe now and join the community!

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Brittany breaks down her path into real estate

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Garland breaks down how paying a GC frees up your time to pursue other things

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In this candid and thought-provoking preview, the conversation dives into the foundational motivations behind pursuing real estate: freedom of time, money, and location. Brittany Rose shares how reading Rich Dad Poor Dad sparked an early interest in wealth-building through real estate, despite limited access to resources during the dial-up era.

The episode explores the book’s impact on a generation, while also unpacking its oversimplifications and the ideological tensions surrounding its author. Listeners are invited to rethink the concept of passive income—challenging the myth of effortless wealth and emphasizing the real work behind building sustainable, income-generating assets. From managing rentals to maintaining control of your business, this clip offers a grounded perspective on what it truly takes to achieve financial freedom through real estate.

💡 A must-listen for anyone navigating the journey from paycheck dependence to strategic investing.

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Chris breaks down the differences in returns when someone is investing equity vs debt

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In this episode of Million Dollars Worth of Real Estate, we sit down with powerhouse entrepreneur Brittany Rose to explore the intersection of capital raising, community redevelopment, and women-led leadership. Brittany breaks down why empowering women with financial resources isn’t just good business—it’s a catalyst for transformative community growth.

We unpack:

• 💼 Why women’s intelligence, organization, and efficiency make them ideal leaders in real estate and redevelopment
• 💰 How to strategically choose between equity partners and debt financing—and what investors really want to see
• 🧠 The cognitive edge women bring to business and team dynamics
• 📊 The art of calculating ROI and structuring deals that balance profit with purpose
• 🏘️ How capital raising becomes a tool for social impact when placed in the hands of visionary women

This episode is a masterclass in strategic financial planning, leadership psychology, and community-first entrepreneurship. If you're ready to raise capital, build smarter teams, and invest with intention, Brittany Rose delivers the blueprint.

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Garland breaks down how over improving a property can stall your real estate career before it even begins

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Brittany Rose explains how to properly raise money from investors to deploy into projects!

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