From Developer to Legacy Builder with Kyle McGee

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About this podcast

In this episode of Wealth Unfiltered, we sit down with Kyle McGee, Founder and CEO of Sunchase Companies—a Gulf Coast real estate firm that’s been quietly but powerfully scaling since 2017. From humble beginnings to becoming a full-service developer and operator of multifamily communities, Kyle shares the origin story behind Sunchase and the vision that drives it today.

We explore the strategic decisions that fueled the company’s growth, the reasons multifamily investing is central to Kyle’s long-term playbook, and the hardest lessons he’s learned as a CEO. He also opens up about launching The Legacy Builders Podcast, what separates legacy-minded entrepreneurs from the rest, and what advice he has for aspiring developers looking to follow in his footsteps.

Whether you’re a first-time investor or building your own firm, this conversation is packed with timeless lessons on leadership, resilience, and long-term vision.

Key takeaways

  • The inspiration behind launching Sunchase Companies and how the vision has evolved since 2017

  • Why multifamily development is central to Kyle’s long-term strategy

  • The key drivers behind Sunchase’s growth along the Gulf Coast

  • How Kyle navigated the toughest decisions and challenges as a CEO

  • The leadership lessons that came from moments of pressure and uncertainty

  • Insights from The Legacy Builders Podcast and common traits of entrepreneurs who build lasting impact

  • Actionable advice for aspiring real estate entrepreneurs starting from scratch

  • The importance of discipline, execution, and staying focused on legacy over speed