
Responsible for developing more than $3.5 billion in real estate projects, including over 2,300 residential units in the California Bay Area, Mr. Hayden has experience in acquisition, contract negotiation, due diligence, risk assessment, financing, construction, and disposition of multifamily, single family and large mixed-use and master planned developments. He maintains relationships with a broad network of property owners, enabling him to identify and acquire prime investments. Mr. Hayden also has expertise in navigating projects through the entitlement process by working with elected officials, community groups, and political organizations to gain support and get projects approved.
Blog Post by Erik Hayden
Erik HaydenMar 19, 2025 12:57:52 PM6 min read
San Jose’s Fee Reductions Making Aquino a Reality—Thank You, City Leaders
San Jose’s new fee reduction policy is already making a tangible impact—and Urban ...
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Erik HaydenFeb 27, 2025 1:18:51 PM8 min read
Opportunity Zones in 2025: What’s Next for Investors and Legislation?
The Opportunity Zone program, established under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, has ...
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Erik HaydenJan 9, 2025 10:41:37 AM7 min read
A Look Back at Urban Catalyst’s Accomplishments in 2024 (and Other Local Highlights)
2024 has been a monumental year for Urban Catalyst and the city of San Jose. From major ...
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Erik HaydenDec 12, 2024 11:59:43 AM6 min read
The Future of Opportunity Zones: Insights from Opportunity Zone Expert Jimmy Atkinson
Opportunity Zone Mastermind and OpportunityZones.com Founder Jimmy Atkinson recently ...
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Erik HaydenDec 2, 2024 12:52:39 PM7 min read
Eos & Nyx Opens at Paseo: A New Addition to Downtown San Jose
We’re excited to announce the opening of Eos & Nyx, the latest addition to our Paseo ...
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Erik HaydenNov 13, 2024 11:11:29 AM7 min read
The Bullish Post-Election Market: Leveraging Qualified Opportunity Funds (QOFs) for Strategic Tax Deferral
The stock market has surged to record highs post-election, resulting in substantial gains ...
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Erik HaydenOct 23, 2024 10:42:51 AM7 min read
Revitalizing Downtown San Jose: A Commitment to Economic Growth
San Jose is ramping up its efforts to breathe new life into its downtown area, focusing ...
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Erik HaydenOct 1, 2024 1:47:23 PM6 min read
Urban Catalyst Honored to Receive Developer of the Year Award
At Urban Catalyst, we are incredibly humbled and honored to have been named Developer of ...
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Erik HaydenSep 26, 2024 10:23:15 AM7 min read
Sunbelt's Oversupply vs. Silicon Valley's Demand: What Makes San Jose an Attractive Option for Multifamily Investors
Recently investors have been drawn to the Sunbelt states—like Texas, Florida, and ...
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Erik HaydenAug 14, 2024 2:14:13 PM7 min read
BART has officially started construction in Downtown San Jose
Exciting things are happening in Downtown San Jose as significant updates to its transit ...
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