Using a seven step process, real estate developers will be mentored through the path to creating a three to fi ve year business plan. It includes a template outlining the narrative and spreadsheet format for administrative and capital projections. It also includes examples of real estate plans from successful operations. The seven steps to create a fundable plan are: Describe the Business, Evaluate the Environment, Plan Organization, Management, and Personnel, The Financial System, Marketing Strategy, Identify and Defeat Risk, and Develop and Sell Your Plan. This niche guidance is targeted to Real Estate Developers and nonprofi t organizations who are actively pursuing a successful path to long term sustainability.