Eye on Real Estate – AM970 The Answer
This Saturday, August 29 | 10 AM – 12 Noon
Tune in this Saturday morning for a special episode of Eye on Real Estate on AM970 The Answer. Host Dottie Herman welcomes special guest Christopher Duffy, Founder and CEO of Hummingbird Development (HBirdCA), for an insightful, no-nonsense conversation on the realities of residential real estate development in today’s market.
About the Guest
Chris Duffy is a seasoned residential real estate developer based in Northern California and the driving force behind Hummingbird Development. His deep expertise spans residential construction, real estate investment strategy, the unique dynamics of the California market, and the latest trends in remodeling costs and techniques.
Operating under a fully vertically integrated model, Chris oversees every critical stage in-house—acquisition, design, construction, and sales. This hands-on approach allows for tighter cost control, faster decision-making, and consistently higher-quality outcomes. To date, he has contributed to the development and redevelopment of more than 100 homes, including single-family residences, townhomes, and villa-style projects.
His philosophy centers on disciplined underwriting, strategic value-add improvements, and cost-efficient construction that successfully balances functional design, lasting quality, and strong investor returns. Whether navigating rising material costs, shifting buyer preferences, or the complexities of California regulations, Chris brings practical, battle-tested insights that both industry professionals and everyday listeners can apply.
About the Host
Dottie Herman is one of the most accomplished leaders in modern real estate and currently serves as Vice Chair of Douglas Elliman. A true New York success story, she began her career in Merrill Lynch’s real estate division, later acquiring and transforming Prudential Long Island Realty before co-acquiring Douglas Elliman in 2003.
Under her leadership, the firm grew into one of the largest and most prestigious residential brokerages in the country. Dottie brings decades of market insight, entrepreneurial grit, and practical wisdom to every conversation—cutting through the noise to deliver clear, actionable perspectives on the industry.
What to Expect This Saturday
Dottie sits down with Chris Duffy for a straightforward, no-fluff discussion focused on residential construction realities, current costs and trends, and what’s actually working in the market right now. Expect candid talk about underwriting discipline, smart remodeling strategies, value creation in challenging conditions, and the practical lessons that separate successful projects from the rest.
This Saturday. 10 AM. AM970.
Eye on Real Estate.
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How to Listen
- Live stream at am970theanswer.com
- AM970 The Answer app (available on Apple and Android)
- iHeartRadio, TuneIn, or Audacy
Mark your calendar and join Dottie Herman, Christopher Duffy, and me this Saturday morning for two hours of real estate insight you won’t want to miss.