Real Estate Development Coaching
Build lasting wealth through Spec Home and Multi-Family Development. Transform your life and business with expert-guided personal and professional growth.
New Developers Often Fail for One of Seven Reasons
Avoid these common pitfalls
Lack of Development Knowledge: Investors don’t know the steps to go from dirt to doors.
Fear of Permits, Zoning, and Red Tape: Confusion around city requirements kills deals.
Overpaying for Design & Construction: No system to control design decisions or GC pricing.
Inexperienced Teams: Hiring the wrong architect, GC, or engineer leads to disaster.
Mismanaged Construction Process: No system to manage schedules, budgets, or quality
Missed Profit Opportunities: Bad design, poor market research, or wrong exit strategy.
Financing Barriers: Difficulty raising capital or qualifying for construction loans.
Real Estate Development
Masterclass
Learn the essential skills to build spec homes and small multi-family projects. This course breaks down the process step by step, making it easy to follow and implement. Gain the knowledge and confidence to successfully develop 2- to 4-unit properties and grow your real estate business.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Sam Dorvil
Real Estate Expert and Investor
Sam Dorvil is a world-class business and development coach, real estate investor, and a design-build contractor. As the founder and instructor of The Pro Design Builder, Sam equips aspiring real estate investors and developers with the proven strategies to master new construction, spec homes, multi-family, and house flipping.
With years of hands-on experience in real estate investing, coaching, and consulting, Sam has helped countless professionals streamline their businesses, maximize profits, and build sustainable systems. Passionate about empowering others, Sam integrates faith, expertise, and real-world insights to guide students toward success in the competitive world of real estate development.
Join The Pro Design Builder and take your career to the next level with industry-leading training and mentorship!
REVIEWS
What our students have to say
Hear from those who have transformed their careers through our courses.
I rarely leave reviews, but this one deserves it.
I joined The Pro Design Builder program because I’ve been flipping houses and doing small renovations for years, and I knew I wanted to transition into development — but I honestly had no clue where to start. Every time I looked into zoning, permitting, land acquisition, feasibility studies, architects, engineering, and financing options, it felt overwhelming.
This program changed that.
Sam breaks everything down step-by-step in a way that finally made the development process make sense. It’s not just theory — it’s practical frameworks, templates, checklists, and real examples. I’ve paid for mentorship in the past, but this is the first time I’ve gotten actual systems I could plug into my business.
The weekly coaching calls have been the biggest game changer. Instead of generic advice, Sam actually walks through deals and challenges you to think like a developer, not just a contractor or investor. I’ve learned how to evaluate land, structure deals, work with cities, and build the right team.
Because of this program, I’m now confidently moving forward on my first development deal — something I never would’ve attempted before.
If you’re thinking about development and you want guidance, not hype — this is the real deal.
Highly recommend.
Michael S.
I cannot say enough good things about The Pro Design Builder program.
I came into this as someone with some real estate experience, but development always felt like this intimidating big leap — something “other people” did. I had no background in zoning, permitting, city approvals, or raising capital, and honestly, I wasn’t sure I belonged in that world.
After going through this program, everything changed.
Sam teaches development in a way that’s clear, organized, and actually applicable. It’s not just videos or high-level talk — it’s real frameworks, templates, deal evaluation tools, and step-by-step guidance. I felt supported, not overwhelmed.
One of the biggest things I appreciated was the community and coaching calls. Sam genuinely cares about seeing us succeed. He doesn’t brush off questions — he digs into your deal, helps you understand what to fix, and pushes you to think like a developer, not just an investor or flipper.
Since joining, I’ve gained massive confidence, I’m building relationships with architects and engineers, and I’m actively reviewing land deals I wouldn’t have even looked at before. I finally feel like I’m in the right rooms and speaking the right language.
If you’re a woman who wants to break into real estate development — whether you’re an investor, contractor, or totally new — this program is absolutely worth it.
I’m grateful I made the decision.
Emily R.
Joining The Pro Design Builder program was one of the best decisions I’ve made for my real estate career. I went from feeling unsure about development to confidently analyzing deals, talking with architects, and understanding the full process from land acquisition to permitting.
Sam teaches in a way that’s clear, practical, and easy to apply. The templates, coaching calls, and support have been incredibly valuable. I finally feel like I’m not just guessing — I have a solid roadmap.
If you’re serious about becoming a developer, this program is worth it.
Ron I.
AVAILABLE COURSES
THE "Professional Design Builder Method"
Explore our latest courses designed to help you excel in real estate.
The Pro Design Builder
University
The Pro Design Builder University is an online learning platform designed to train investors, builders, and entrepreneurs to become professional real estate developers. Through our web-based classes and the proven 8-Step Pro Design Builder Method, you’ll learn how to find land, design profitable projects, navigate city approvals, manage construction, and master financing and exit strategies.
Learn at your own pace from anywhere with expert-led video lessons, downloadable resources, and real-world case studies — everything you need to build and scale your development business with confidence.
Real Estate Development
Masterclass
Is a comprehensive training program designed for investors who want to master the skills needed to build spec homes and small multi-family projects (2 to 4 units). This masterclass covers every step of the development process, from site selection and financing to construction and profitable exits. Whether you're an experienced investor or new to development, this program provides the knowledge, strategies, and tools to confidently take on new construction projects and scale your real estate business.
The Pro Design Builder
Consulting
Our 18–24 month One-on-One Done-With-You Coaching Program is designed for serious investors ready to take on real development projects with expert guidance. We walk hand-in-hand with you through every phase of one or more live projects — from concept to completion.
You’ll receive personalized mentorship, deal analysis, team-building support, financing strategies, and direct oversight on your development process. This program ensures you avoid costly mistakes, execute with precision, and establish yourself as a professional developer with proven systems, confidence, and long-term success.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Pro Design Builder Coaching Program?
The Pro Design Builder Coaching Program is a hands-on mentorship designed to help real estate investors become professional developers. We guide you step-by-step through our proven 8-Step Pro Design Builder Method, taking you from concept to completion on real-world development projects—whether it’s spec homes, multi-family units, or land development.
Who is the program for?
This program is built for:
Experienced real estate investors ready to transition into new development
Builders or contractors who want to develop for themselves instead of clients
Agents and brokers seeking to control deals and profits at a higher level
Entrepreneurs looking to create generational wealth through new construction
If you’ve flipped, wholesaled, or managed properties and want to scale your success through development—this is for you.
What problems does The Pro Design Builder solve?
Most investors and builders face the same challenges when trying to start development projects:
Lack of clear roadmap from feasibility to exit
Difficulty navigating zoning, permits, and city approvals
Poor contractor and project management systems
Limited access to proper financing and investor partnerships
Analysis paralysis — not knowing where to start
We solve these by giving you a structured blueprint, personalized coaching, and industry connections that simplify the entire process so you can execute with confidence.
What core services are included in the coaching program?
Our coaching program includes:
✅ One-on-One Coaching: Direct mentorship on your live projects, from feasibility through sale or refinance.
✅ Project Walkthroughs: We guide you step-by-step through actual deals you’re working on.
✅ Deal Analysis & Feasibility Review: We help you analyze your sites, costs, and profitability before you commit.
✅ System Implementation: Learn how to build your own project management systems, design-build workflow, and communication processes.
✅ Financing Guidance: Assistance with structuring deals, raising private money, and working with lenders.
✅ Team Development: Learn how to hire and manage your architect, GC, subs, and consultants effectively.
✅ Profit Sharing & Developer’s Fee Model: Learn how to structure your developer fee and partnership agreements like a pro.
What’s the difference between this and a typical real estate coaching program?
Unlike most coaching programs that only teach theory, The Pro Design Builder Coaching Program works on your live projects with you.
We don’t just educate — we partner with you as your development consultant, helping you execute in real-time and avoid costly mistakes.
How long is the program?
Group Coaching Program: Runs 6–9 months, designed to help you go from investor to small developer through weekly trainings, deal reviews, and implementation sessions.
One-on-One Done-With-You Program: runs 18–24 months, depending on your goals and project timeline. This allows us to guide you from site acquisition all the way to completion and sale/refinance.
How does the profit-sharing and developer’s fee work?
We work on a 7%–10% developer’s fee and 10% of project profit, aligning our success directly with yours.
Our coaching is not just an expense — it’s a partnership model where we win together.
How do I know if I’m ready to join?
You’re ready if you:
Have experience in real estate, construction, or project management.
Have access to capital, partners, or credit.
Are committed to taking action and following professional systems.
Want to learn how to manage and scale real development deals with confidence.
What results can I expect?
Clients typically achieve:
Their first ground-up development project within 6–12 months.
A professional team and system that can replicate success.
Higher profit margins per project than flipping or wholesaling.
Confidence and credibility as a developer in their local market.
How do I apply or get started?
Simply schedule your Pro Design Builder Strategy Call.
During the call, we’ll review your goals, experience, and project pipeline to determine if the program is the right fit.
