Larry Hirsh

Larry Hirsh

Laurence A. Hirsh, CRE, MAI, SGA, FRICS is the president of Golf Property Analysts based in Philadelphia, and a frequent GCI contributor.

The cost of golf: How much is too much?

As operating costs continue to surge, Larry Hirsh wonders how far clubs can push it with their pricing models.

Maintenance budgeting: Unsolved mysteries

A golf financial guru analyzes the big-picture dynamics and logistics of delivering the product customers expect.

Evaluating conservation easements

An effective tool exists for restricting future development of golf land. What is economically and legally feasible? And what are some potential pitfalls?

When capital improvements are needed

Larry Hirsh describes the correlation between the condition of an irrigation system and a golf course’s value.

Surveying the scene

Pull the trigger

Determine when and why to renovate and overcome any internal apprehension about engaging on a course improvement project.