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The Real Build241. The Process is the Standard: Delivering Precision In Every Detail of Custom Luxury HomesIn this solo episode, I break down the core of a recent talk I gave at the Top Contractor School Meetup in Pittsburgh. This is a message every contractor, builder, and entrepreneur needs to hear: if you don’t lead with process, chaos will run your business for you.I dive into the exact systems we use at RK Reiman Construction to deliver consistency, scale without burnout, and protect our brand from breakdowns in the field and in the office. I’m sharing real examples, lessons learned, and how we’ve built standards that hold the line on qua...
2025-06-2628 minThe Real Build228. Build Wealth. Be Real. Actually Help People - With Shivani Peterson Of All Western MortgageIn this powerful episode of The Real Build, I sit down with the incredible Shivani Peterson—award-winning mortgage advisor, content creator, and mom of three. Shivani is more than just a top producer at All Western Mortgage; she’s a true leader in helping people build wealth through homeownership and financial literacy.Licensed in Nevada and California, Shivani is known for breaking down complex financial topics into relatable, easy-to-digest content for her large audience on Instagram and beyond. But in this conversation, we go much deeper than just mortgages.We t...
2025-03-2757 minThe Real Build227. From Small Jobs To Big Impact By Mastering The Art of Luxury Outdoor Living - With Cole Davis Owner Stone Peak Landscape and DesignIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Cole Davis, the founder and visionary behind Stone Peak Landscape & Design, a company known for crafting personalized and functional outdoor living spaces throughout Colorado. With a strong reputation for professionalism and attention to detail, Cole ensures that every project aligns perfectly with his clients’ visions.At Stone Peak, Cole and his team specialize in 3D landscape planning, water feature installations, and landscape lighting, elevating outdoor spaces to a whole new level of luxury and functionality.During our conversation, we covered key topics such as:
2025-03-2046 minThe Real Build226. Exposing the Truth: Why Cheap Contractors Cost You More in the End - With Quaid Houskeeper Owner Q&R Construction ServicesNot all contractors are built the same, and hiring the wrong one can lead to budget blowouts, poor craftsmanship, and broken promises. In this episode of The Real Build, I sit down with Quaid Houskeeper, owner of Q&R Construction Services Inc., a trusted Salem, Oregon-based company specializing in residential and commercial remodeling projects. From custom homes and remodels to fences, decks, and more, Quaid and his team are dedicated to turning clients’ visions into reality with integrity, transparency, and high-quality craftsmanship.Quaid’s journey in construction is built on experience, service, and trust—before...
2025-03-1356 minThe Real Build225. Building Legacies, Not Just Landscapes – The Power of Trust, Gratitude, and Purpose - with Kyle Stevens Owner Stonewood and Waters CraftsmenIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Kyle Stevens. He is the visionary founder of Stonewood and Waters Craftsmen, a premier landscape design firm based in Honeoye Falls, New York. Since 1992, his company has been renowned for creating unique and distinctive designs for luxury residential properties throughout the greater Rochester and Finger Lakes region. His leadership philosophy centers on the belief that the true measure of a successful organization is driven by the people involved, reflecting his dedication to both his team and clients....
2025-03-061h 09The Real Build175. How Contractors Are Competing Against Their Clients Last Great Experience - With Patrick Robertson Of Momentous BuildersIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Patrick Robertson, the owner of Momentous Building. Patrick and I hit on many great topics like family business, technology in construction, meeting timelines, communication, and running a business as a younger person in construction.
Patrick is a 3rd generation contractor out of Westchester, NY. After growing up working for his father's construction business and eventually working for a commercial company in Manhattan, Patrick decided to start his own business. This was when Momentous Building was born.
Patrick and h...
2023-03-1651 minThe Real Build174. Popular Features In Luxury Home Building TodayIn this episode of The Real Build I talk about what popular features and finishes we are adding to our luxury homes today. Heres the highlights:
High-end kitchens.
Spacious, luxurious bathrooms with spa-like amenities.
Open-concept floor plans with natural light and high ceilings.
Jaw-dropping Ceiling details .
Large Outdoor living spaces.
Smart home technology.
Energy efficiency.
Entertainment rooms with high.
Wine rooms that showcase wine collections.
Luxurious master suites.
Walk-in closets.
Home offices.
Gyms.
2023-03-1031 minThe Real Build173. Inflation, High Rates, Layoffs, And The Many Challenges Ahead For The Mortgage Industry - With Stefani Boyd of New Valley Home ServicesIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Stefani Boyd, Owner of New Valley Home Services. Stefani is a Broker and Mortgage specialist out of Sacramento, California.
The mortgage industry is getting hit hard these days. With interest rates rising fast, people are slamming the brakes on purchasing new homes. Home prices have also gone through the roof. With high rates and prices, houses are much less affordable for Americans. Stefani and I talked about many topics affecting the mortgage industry and where we see things heading in the near future.
2023-03-0247 minThe Real Build172. Reinventing The Rental Property Insurance Process - With Matt Sutika Of ObieIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Matt Sutika of Obie, an Insurance company specializing in insurance for landlords and investors.
Matt is the Chief Insurance Officer at Obie, the leading platform for real estate investors to get insurance. By leveraging data and advanced tech, Obie delivers a modern experience for today’s real estate investors in all 50 states and has bound more than $5 Billion in property value. Obie has gained significant market penetration through strategic partner integrations with lenders and other popular rental management platforms. Since 2017, Obie has raised ne...
2023-02-2350 minThe Real Build171. Fixing America! One Concrete Structure And Sewer System At A Time - With Kolby Baker, Owner of Raising Solutions and Midwest InfrastructureIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Kolby Baker, owner of Raising Solutions and Midwest Infrastructure coatings. Raising solutions specializes in raising sunken concrete slabs and addressing various issues like trip hazards, drainage problems, and cracked sidewalks through their high-density polyurethane concrete leveling process.
Kolby also owns Midwest Infrastructure, a company that repairs aging and failing underground infrastructure. Groundwater infiltration and corrosion are just a few significant problems that municipalities and sewer districts face daily with underground infrastructure failure in America. Midwest Infrastructure Coatings has the trenchless solution to these f...
2023-02-171h 06The Real Build170. Contractor State Of The Union - Contractors Build AmericaI wanted to write something about the importance of contractors in America. So after the recent state of the union, I figured I'd write my own for contractors. Contractors play a critical role in the American economy. Contractors build America. We are one of the most significant parts of the economy. We build this country one brick, one road, one home, one building at a time. Without contractors, this great country fails. Here are some of the things contractors do for America:
Contractor Drive economic growth.
Contractors improve American infrastructure.
Contractors provide housing
Contractors bring innovation
Contractors offer se...
2023-02-0921 minThe Real Build169. The Construction Business Isn't Easy, But The Hard Times Are What Builds Great Companies - With Nate Swink, Owner Of Swink's WeldingIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with my good friend Nate Swink of Swink's Welding. Nate and I covered various topics about the welding industry, like building relationships, being present, opportunities in the industry, and focusing on the team.
Nate is a true entrepreneur. After dropping out of high school at a young age, Nate started a business. He eventually got interested in welding and after following a mentor, started his own welding company Swink's Welding. Nate and I got deeper into the struggles he has faced as a young e...
2023-02-021h 05The Real Build168. How Utilizing Youtube For Construction And Real Estate Can Be The Best Return On Your Time - With Levi Lascsak Of Passive ProspectingIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Levi Lascsak, co-owner of Passive Prospecting. Levi and I talked about Youtube and its importance as a tool for contractors and real estate professionals. Levi has studied the ins and outs of Youtube for a long time. Youtube is the top source when people want to search for something. Levi has spent many hours researching the best strategies to make your business stand out, increase reach, and profit more.
Levi went from being a former combat veteran selling cell phones at Costco to g...
2023-01-2659 minThe Real Build167. Construction And Leadership - 2023 Top Contractor School Winter Retreat RecapIn this episode of The Real Build, I recap the recent Top Contractor School winter retreat and all of my takeaways from the event. This year's winter event focused on leadership and how we, as contractors, must be the best leaders to build successful construction companies. I recap speakers Keith Callaway Jr., Brian Hess, Brad Lea, And John Maxwell. There was a lot to cover in a short period but this event was amazing in many ways.
Top Contractor School is not just another contractor coaching group, it is a family. This group is a...
2023-01-1932 minThe Real Build166. Why Real Estate Will Exceed Inflation Through Long Term Value - With Matt Picheny Of Picheny LLCIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Matt Picheny. Matt and I discussed what goes on behind the scenes of a real estate deal. Matt talks about his journey from actor to full-time investor & operator of thousands of apartment units. He talks about how he always looks for strategies to enhance communities.
Matt and I talked about passive real estate investing and helping you make informed decisions about how to invest your hard-earned cash and how to put your money to work where it can make a positive impact. We...
2023-01-1258 minThe Real Build165. A Home Service Business That Enhances The Lives Of Seniors And Helps People In The Community - With Sean Fitzgerald of Trublue Total House CareIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Sean Fitzgerald of Trublue Total House Care. Trublue specializes in helping seniors stay in their homes longer to "age in place" with comfort, safety, and dignity. They also help busy families regain their sanity, free time, and weekends to do the things they love with the people they love.
Trublue is a game changer, and Sean saw the opportunity to take the company to the next level because of the growing demand for seniors and families needing help with big and small tasks. Aft...
2023-01-051h 04The Real Build164. Setting Big Goals To Benefit Your Business And Client ExperienceIn this episode of The Real Build, I talk about goal setting and the personal goals ive accomplished and am setting for 2023. I spoke about the importance of having someone who can keep you accountable for your goals. Most contractors need to set better goals. Some don't even think about it because of how busy they are. I am guilty of this.
It is crucial to set goals. Not only yearly goals but also monthly and weekly goals. I talk about how I set goals and how you can do the same to dominate...
2022-12-2923 minThe Real Build163. Why Good Communicators Are The Wealthiest Real Estate Investors - With Steve Rozenberg Pilot and Real Estate InvestorIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Steve Rozenberg. Steve Rozenberg is an Entrepreneur, International airline pilot, Business Coach, Speaker, Author, Educator, and Real Estate Investor.
After the tragedies of 9/11, Steven lost his “safe and secure" career as an airline pilot but went on to create a commercial empire.
Losing $200,000 didn’t stop Steve from creating the fastest-growing property management company in the state of Texas, managing over 1,000 properties across 3 major metropolitan cities before selling it to venture capital.
For the p...
2022-12-221h 05The Real Build162. Contractors Need To Stop Lying To Your ClientsIn this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to cover a topic that has been on my mind lately. More contractors need to be open and honest with their clients. We are in a different world, and things are not what they used to be in construction. Now more than ever, we need to communicate and be transparent with our clients. Some topics I cover in this episode are:
Be open, honest, and transparent about what is happening
Examples
-Appliance delays
-Price Increases
-Timing
- Lack of l...
2022-12-0827 minThe Real Build160. The Markets Changing, So Are There Still Opportunities In Building and Real Estate?With the building and real estate markets starting to change and demand shrinking by the day, where will the opportunity be? I recently had a discussion with some friends that are in real estate and construction and wanted to discuss some of the points we all made. We talked about:
How affordable rent for subcontractors is an issue in many cities throughout the US.
Focusing on long term rentals.
Building duplexes or four.
Wait and see - hold your cash.
Industrial Buildings for contractors.
High-end market is still strong?
Tiny homes?
Host Info:
Email: Bill@rk...
2022-11-1718 minThe Real Build159. Providing A Roadmap Into The Skilled Trades Through Video And Technology - With Keith Williams Owner Of Skill StadiumIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Keith Williams, the CEO of Skill Stadium. Skill Stadium is a technology Keith developed that is an online job platform for the Skilled Trades that connects employers with skilled trades professionals. Skill Stadium the LinkedIn of the skilled trades.
They use video to match employers and job seekers in the skilled trades. Skill Stadium is more than a job website. It's a platform providing a roadmap into the skilled trades for students and workers not making a living wage. Skill Stadium features valuable c...
2022-11-031h 07The Real Build158. MARKET UPDATE! Are Construction And Real Estate Prices Finally Falling?In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to do an update on the current construction and Real Estate Markets. It has been a while since my last update, and many things have changed. Construction prices are still up, and building materials are still hard to get. Real estate still has low inventory. But the market is definitely changing. I dive into what is happening and my opinion on what to expect in this week's episode.
Sources:
https://stobuildinggroup.com/construction-supply-chain-update-october-2022/
https://www.cnbc.com/2022/10/26/mortgage-demand-from-homebuyers-is-nearly-half-what-it-was-in-2021.html...
2022-10-2826 minThe Real Build157. Look Out Zillow! Bringing Human Connection Back To Real Estate - With Ryan Poole, Owner of RealTradeIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Ryan Poole, owner of RealTrade, out of West Palm Beach, Florida. Ryan is on a mission to change how buyers and sellers search for real estate online and is embracing the real estate community through better communication.
Ryan became a real estate agent 23 years ago because he loved to help people—but things have changed. Large technology platforms have been taking over the industry, intending to automate everything in sight with data and algorithms.
These same platforms tell con...
2022-10-2050 minThe Real Build156. Having A Great Design Team To Create The Ultimate Luxury Build Experience - With Jason Lynn, Owner The Decorators UnlimitedIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with a friend and member of our build team Jason Lynn who is part owner of The Decorators Unlimited out of West Palm Beach, Florida. Jason and The Decorators Unlimited are a partner of ours and have joined our team at R.K. Reiman Construction to help us design and build masterpieces for our clients. Jason and his team of designers give a full on experience to interior design and help clients from the initial planning stage all the way through the build to deliver a true turn-key experience. The...
2022-10-1356 minThe Real Build155. Study Your CraftIn this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to talk about the importance of knowing your product from the ground up. Understanding how a home is built and knowing your product will help you sell more and gain your clients' respect.
I have worked in sales for a long time, and one thing that I have always made an effort to do is to learn as much as I can about the products I'm selling. Knowledge is critical, and the more knowledge you have the more success you will have. In construction, I h...
2022-09-2118 minThe Real Build154. Excellence Is The Standard When It Comes To Your Homes Interior Design - With Alexis Soof of Soof Construction and DesignIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Alexis Soof of Soof Construction and Design. I have known Alexis for a couple of years through an entrepreneur group called the Arete Syndicate. I was excited to have Alexis on and talk about all the amazing things she is doing in the interior design space. Being in the building industry, you know a great interior designer when you see one, and Alexis is by far one of the best. She puts her heart into every client project, big or small, and over-delivers. She sets a standard for...
2022-09-071h 01The Real Build153. Improving The Construction Industry With Advanced Tech - With Maria Khokhlova Of TraceairIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Maria Khokhlova, the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at TraceAir, a site work intelligence software and user-friendly technology that helps construction companies build advanced automation using drone flights, 3D mapping, analytics, and data processing services to accelerate site work and provide transparency to owners.
Maria and I discussed her technology and how it improves the construction industry. The construction industry is one of the slowest growing industries regarding new technology. Many years have gone by and contractors still use old processes and materials. But the future is...
2022-09-0145 minThe Real Build152. Encouraging And Enabling A Construction Culture Of Continuous Improvement - With Robert Penney Of SkanskaIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Robert Penney, the national director of continuous improvement at Skanska. Skanska is one of the world's largest development and construction companies, with 2020 revenue totaling SEK 159 billion.
Roberts's responsibility, first and foremost, is to encourage and enable a culture of continuous improvement within Skanska. Robert supports his construction project teams through:
-The facilitation of process improvement workshops.
-The communication of best practices.
-Building strong skill sets around Lean construction practices.
Roberts's goal is to a...
2022-08-2456 minThe Real Build150. Setting The Standard High In Every Structural Steel Project - Zach Burick Owner Of Duggins WeldingIn this episode of The Real Build, I featured Zach Burick, the owner of Duggins Welding in Salem, North Carolina. Zach and his team specialize in installing structural steel for multi-story buildings, manufacturing centers, schools, churches, and commercial/office projects. Zach and I talked about his process, leading a team at a young age, and the importance of structural steel in a project.
Zach spent nearly a decade working for Duggins Welding before acquiring the company in late October 2021. Zach started in the field as a general laborer while still in school at UNC Ch...
2022-08-1059 minThe Real Build149. Don't Sell Your Home! Here's How You Can Make It Into A Market-Beating Investment Property - With David Friedman Of Knox FinancialIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with David Friedman, who is the Co-Founder and CEO of Knox Financial, a financial services company specializing in helping people turn the homes they're moving out of into market-beating investment properties. Through a Frictionless Ownership Platform, David does from finding renters to property maintenance and managing finances. With over a decade of experience working with tech companies and the real estate industry, David now successfully makes owning investment property effortless and profitable.
David was also the Founder and CEO of Boston Logic, a leading...
2022-08-0355 minThe Real Build148. Engineering, Construction Tech, And The Innovation Of An Old Industry - With Dillon Mitchell Owner Of Kowabunga StudiosIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Dillon Mitchell, who is the owner of Kowabunga Studios. Dillon is an electrical and technology designer for commercial construction. Dillon is there to help you get through projects faster and not be so stressed to get projects done. Helping you and your team live a better life.
Handing design documents to them means they do the heavy lifting. Giving you a project with all the components in it. Coordinated. Ready for circuiting and final coordination with the owner. Keeping your team involved in the project without th...
2022-07-271h 06The Real Build147. Don't Skimp On Quality! Using The Best Materials On Every Home Siding Project - With Michael Leonetti of Mastercraft ExteriorsIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Michael Leonetti, owner of Mastercraft Exteriors in Williamstown, NJ. Michael specializes in Roofing and Siding construction. Michael and I discussed his process from start to finish and what you need to look for when doing your next siding project. We discussed the importance of using quality siding like Hardi Board and how it may cost a little more to use, but it will last a lot longer.
Michael Leonetti has been working on homes since he was ten years old, earning extra cash and...
2022-07-201h 09The Real Build146. We're Here For A Purpose On Purpose. Offering More To Serve Clients Better - With Michael McGovern Of Columbus Roofing and Construction CompanyIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Michael McGovern, the owner of Columbus Construction Company and Columbus Roofing.
Michael is on a mission to get everything he can out of every customer he works with. Meaning he wants to offer multiple services so that he can give the most value he possibly can to every customer. Michael believes he will get more jobs by being more service driven rather than chasing 100 clients at a time. This is why he has branched into construction, real estate, and roofing. These services always o...
2022-07-1350 min
The Real Build143. Do You Have Mold In Your Home? Here's What You Should Do - With Liza BlasIn this episode of The Real Build, I featured Liza Blas of Very Happy Stories. Liza is the host of the Very Happy Stories podcast, and she also inspires, validates & empowers caregivers of children with challenging conditions.
I wanted to have Liza discuss a crucial topic that not many people discuss. That topic is mold and how we should check for it and ensure our families and ourselves are fully protected. Liza's kids are recovering from Lyme disease, and one of the main issues in people unable to recover is due to mold exposure...
2022-06-1534 minThe Real Build142. Focus On The Overall Customer Experience And Watch Your Business GrowIn this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to discuss how ive leveled up my real estate and construction businesses using a specific strategy. This strategy 10x my business and took me from selling 500K properties to million dollar plus properties. It took our building business from building 650k homes to 2 million dollar plus homes.
So what is this magic strategy? Warning, it's no overnight success potion. It's a much more long term approach to business. It's called focusing on the customer experience rather than your bottom line. What can you do from the start until...
2022-06-0824 minThe Real Build141. Helping Contractors Get More Freedom, Control, And Money - With Andrew Houston Owner Of Profit For ContractorsIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Andrew Houston, owner of Profit For Contractors. Andrew and I discussed all stages of a transaction and how we can better serve our clients as contractors to better our business and get more customers. This is a very jam-packed episode full of powerful tactical information for contractors and how they can take more control over their business.
Andrew got a proven track record of helping all types of trades companies, and the reason he does so well is because he's a tradesman himself...
2022-05-251h 04The Real Build140. Perfecting The Design Build Process To #BuildBetter - With Matt Vetter President Of Schafer ConstructionIn this episode of The Real Build, I featured Matt Vetter, president of Schafer Construction in Brighton, Michigan. Matt and I discussed many topics in the construction business. But most importantly, we talked about the client experience and how we both strive to learn how to deliver the best experience possible. We are constantly figuring out ways to improve customer experience through communication, technology, listening, and much more.
Matt, first and foremost, is a husband and a father. Outside of that, he brings more than twenty years of varied experience in the construction industry t...
2022-05-181h 09The Real Build139. The Client's Best Interest Comes First In Every Luxury Real Estate Transaction - With Barry Van Patten II Of Van Patten Luxury GroupIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Barry Van Patten II of Van Patten Luxury Group out of Scottsdale, Arizona. Barry and I have become friends through an entrepreneur group we have been a part of called the Arete Syndicate. We relate in many different ways, and both have a passion for helping people through real estate. Barry and I discussed many big topics in the real estate world, like how Barry has used his love of helping people and turned it into a career selling luxury real estate. His primary focus, no matter what...
2022-05-111h 09The Real Build138. Transforming Lives One Shovel At A Time - With Keith Callaway Sr. K&L IndustriesIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Keith Callaway, founder of K&L Industries out of Portland, Oregon. Keith and I had a great conversation about how his walk with faith has affected his everyday life in so many positive ways. We talked about communication and how it is the most essential element of every business. We also spoke about K&L and their impact on their employees, which reflects the overall delivery in every paving job they do.
K&L Industries has delivered high-quality paving services to residents and businesses for over 30 y...
2022-05-041h 06The Real Build137. Home Trends From The Ground Up. What Are We Building Today?In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to talk about the trends I see in the homes we build. People ask what other customers are doing, so I decided to list them from exterior to interior. Here is a list of what we are doing:
Exteriors - clean, smooth stucco, wood brackets, no brackets, modern making moves
Roofs - still tile and metal
Paint colors - light colors - whites
Garage doors- more customized - modern glass o...
2022-04-2827 minThe Real Build135. Real Estate Investing And Positive Mindset In The World Today - With Austin LinneyIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Austin Linney, a real estate investor and mindset coach out of Houston, Texas. Austin and I talked about investing in real estate in today's crazy market and some of his strategies to capitalize on rising interest rates, high prices, high building costs, and low inventory.
Austin Linney is a serial entrepreneur, real estate investor, business and mindset coach, and host of the weekly podcast, Construct Your Life with Austin Linney. He has built an expansive network of top professionals in leading industries and helped countless individuals...
2022-04-131h 01The Real Build134. How Do We Become The Contractor The Customer Can't Live Without? - With Anthony And Nick Abbruzzese, Owners of Abbruzzese FloorsIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat Down with Anthony and Nick Abbruzzese of Abbruzzese floors. The Abbruzzese brothers and I talked about being in a family business and how we, as the second generation, are eliminating the stigma of 2nd generation business owners not caring and failing the family business. We talked about how we were blessed with an opportunity to make it even better.
Abbruzzese Floors Inc. is a family-owned and operated flooring company offering self-leveling cement, polished concrete, epoxy, and more. Their father started the company more than 15 years ago with a c...
2022-03-301h 00The Real Build133. Whatever You Give In Business And In Life Is What You Will Get Back In Return - With Ryan Austin Owner Of Birmingham SealcoatIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Ryan Austin, Owner of Birmingham Sealcoat. Ryan and I talked about how Employees build your company. It's not just you. Your employees and your culture are what will make or break your company. You need to give up control and make people within your organization a part of your company. We also talked about the importance of customer service.
Part Owner of Birmingham Sealcoat Inc is a full-service asphalt and concrete company. They are equipped to pave parking lots, subdivisions, roadways, driveways, and m...
2022-03-161h 08The Real Build132. PUNCH OUTS! Steps Your Builder Should Take before Handing You The KeysIn this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to discuss the closing process and how we go about the final touches in the homes we build. This has been heavy on my mind because we currently have two houses we are closing on. It is a lot of leg work to get everything finalized.
Painters, Trim Carpenters, Cabinets, appliances, tile, countertops, electricians, low voltage, and more! People are running around in all directions.
So what do we do to deliver the best product we possibly can to our clients and this should go for...
2022-03-0922 minThe Real Build131. The State Of Home Building - My Opinion On Where We Are And Where I Think We Will BeIn this episode of The Real Build, I talk about the state of the home building industry and where I think it will go. I talked about how we continue to face material increases, supply chain disruptions, and labor shortages. As these things may not completely disappear in 2022, there is optimism that things may ease.
We continue to face a lack of labor force nationally in construction. It has been hard for us to find employees along with our subcontractors.
Home prices continue to rise with rent forcing workers to find more affordable housing. But...
2022-03-0229 minThe Real Build130. What To Look For When Hiring A Handyman Service - With Josh Sanders Owner Of Sander And Sons Handyman LLCIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Josh Sanders, owner of Sanders and Sons Handyman LLC, Johnson City, Tennessee. Josh and I talked about everything you need to look for before hiring your next handyman service. Having a good handyman service is essential. We don't always have the time to take care of the small jobs around our home. This is where Josh and Sanders, and Sons can help.
From churches to construction companies, Josh Sanders has 14 years of experience building teams of volunteers and paid staff. He's Worked in...
2022-02-231h 08The Real Build129. How To Save On Taxes Whether You're Buying, Building, Selling A Home - With Lisa Bloomfield of Wasatch CPA ServicesIn this episode of The Real Build, we talk about taxes and how you can save money when buying, building, selling, or renting a home. I had tax expert Lisa Bloomfield of Wasatch CPA Services in Spanish Fork, Utah, talk about what you need to start doing to save money in real estate and construction.
Lisa has over 20 years of experience in accounting and tax. Over the past three years, she and her partner have networked with some of the most elite tax strategists, tax lawyers, and financial advisors across the country, working closely with them to...
2022-02-161h 14The Real Build128. ReEngineering The Architectural Industry - With Royal Mortier Owner PLIRISIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Royal Mortier, owner of PLIRIS. Royal and I talked about the importance of engineering in the build process. We also discussed the architectural process and how Royal is changing how architecture is done and making it more efficient. He also has made it way more cost-effective for clients.
Royal Mortier is a Structural Engineer, Developer, and the President/Founder of PLIRIS (plí-wris)(Greek for “Complete”).
PLIRIS provides services to volume and custom home builders currently across six (6) states and will be adding fourteen (14) more...
2022-02-091h 21The Real Build127. Why Realtors Working With Builders Is A Good Thing For The CustomerI've said this before real estate and building go hand in hand. As a broker and a builder, I've been blessed with the ability to help people more than just get the property and build them a home. Doing both real estate and construction has really helped me see what people want in these industries from dealing with both sides.
We get a lot of referrals from realtors. But I wouldn’t get those referrals without good working relationships with real estate agents. Realtors are a big piece of our building business.
But a good re...
2022-02-0224 minThe Real Build126. Forrest Sustainability, Lumber Cost, Supply, And Innovation - With Arnie Didier COO Founder of Forrest Business NetwokIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Arnie Didier, the COO And Principal / Founder of Forest Business Network. With lumber costs fluctuating, I thought Arnie would be the perfect person to discuss what we should expect with the lumber market and the future of building homes.
The Forest Business Network is focused on the Forest Products Industry and Mass timber construction industry. They own and produce the International Mass Timber Conference, the International Mass Timber report, and produce a weekly newsletter reaching over 10,000 subscribers around the world. They love to Network and connect...
2022-01-2654 minThe Real Build125. Giving Others The Same Second Chance That He Got To Succeed - With Keith Callaway Jr. K&L IndustriesIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Keith Callaway Jr., Owner of K&L Industries. Keith and I discussed some important topics within the construction industry. These topics were hiring, dealing with employees, communication, and family business.
Growing up, Keith didn't live a bad life. He had a great family that helped provide for him. He got married young but, after years of drifting apart, eventually got divorced. From there, he started going down a darker path. This led to an encounter with meth. Which then led him down a p...
2022-01-191h 13The Real Build124. How Construction And Real Estate Go Hand In HandIn this episode of The Real Build, I answer a question from a show listener named Bashir. Bashir is an architect and builder from Nigeria. Bashir asked, "I have been trying to go into Luxury real estate In Nigeria for some time, but no headway. what am I not doing right?"
I have been asked a similar question of how I combine both real estate and construction. This episode covers how I built my real estate business while working full-time in construction and utilized my construction background to sell more luxury real estate.
Construction and...
2022-01-1320 minThe Real Build123. I Lost A Three Million Dollar Custom Home Build, And Here's Why In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to discuss a recent custom home project that we did not get. As entrepreneurs, we want to take on every opportunity. It is in our competitive nature. Especially a three million dollar project! I recently had this opportunity slip away. Now you may be thinking that sucks, but hear me out on this one. Sometimes these losses are for the best. In this episode, I explain what I did wrong and why it was a good thing that this deal slipped away.
We are not meant to work with every...
2021-12-2327 minThe Real Build122. What It Takes To Have Instant Success As A New Contractor - With Jay Opus Of Opus HomesIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Jay Opus of Opus Homes. I wanted to have Jay on the show to discuss his journey as a new home builder and Multi-family developer and what he is doing to stand out from the competition. Jay is new to construction, and he has already successfully built six homes and is working on a multi-family project. He also works full-time as an engineer, which he plans on transitioning full-time into construction.
Jay graduated with a BS in Computer engineering and a Masters in Com...
2021-12-151h 01The Real Build121. Selling Luxury Cars And Luxury Homes Go Hand In Hand - With Jesse Piccolo, Owner of Vetted VenturesIn this episode of The Real Build, I sit down with Jesse Piccolo, the owner of Vetted Ventures. Vetted Ventures is a brokerage firm that represents the world's most exclusive assets by integrating its clients to revolutionize private asset sales and acquisition management. They broker some of the most prominent car and real estate deals in the U.S.
Jesse sources secures and manages the sale of rare limited production exotic vehicles for his clients across the country. He creates, builds, and fosters relationships with UHNWI and HNWI through the services he provides, along with...
2021-12-081h 02The Real Build120. I'm Thankful For Construction, And The Opportunities It Brings Me.In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to reflect on what I'm thankful for. With Thanksgiving around the corner, we all need to look at what we are truly grateful for. I am thankful to be a contractor. It has brought me so many fantastic opportunities, from real estate sales to a home watch business. I have met and helped so many great people along the way.
I grew up working on job sites. My dad always brought us to work. It instilled the hard work ethic I have today. Today our company...
2021-11-2423 minThe Real Build119. Why Email Marketing Works For Contractors - With Laura Reale Of AquaReale and Landscape Marketing SecretsIn this episode of The Real Build, I got the privilege to sit down with Laura Reale, part-owner of AquaReale pond builders and Landscape Marketing Secrets. Laura is an email marketing expert. She knows exactly what to write to make emails stand out to potential clients.
Laura and her husband, Matt, started Reale Landscape Design in 2000 and then in 2010 changed the company name to AquaReale, to reflect their emphasis on water features and stormwater management. AquaReale had sales of $915,000 in 2020 and continues to grow.
When she switched from her marketing company to runn...
2021-11-1757 minThe Real Build118. Construction Material/Labor Shortages And Meeting DeadlinesHis question was: I am a GC like you, but I focus on remodels. I am having a hard time communicating to clients that material/labor shortage is a significant factor on not meeting deadlines. Have you run into this issue? How have you communicated to clients this in a way they understand?
Ive been dealing with a lot of the same issues that Antonio has, and I wanted to record an episode about this as many contractors are facing the same problem. Here are my notes from the show.
The main thing ive focused o...
2021-11-1022 minThe Real Build117. Being A Concierge Of Every Real Estate Transaction - With Tyler Smith Of Realty WiseIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Tyler Smith, owner of Reality Wise. It has been a while since I had a real estate professional on the show, and I wanted to have Tyler on because his social media content caught my eye. One video in particular that stood out most Tyler did was about helping clients in all aspects of the transaction, even if it was booking a reservation to something. Talk about going above and beyond. Tyler and I have very similar outlooks on how we do business and how important it is to b...
2021-11-0357 minThe Real Build115. Q4 Update: Supply Issues, Moratorium Lifted, Inflation Increasing, Where Do We Go From Here? - With Liza Florida The Myriad GroupIn this episode of The Real Build, I brought back Liza Florida to give a market update and touch on where she thinks the market is heading. Liza specializes in residential real estate, specialized assets, distressed properties (Short Sale, Pre-Foreclosure, and Foreclosure), and mortgage lending. Liza is a Real Estate Professional, Entrepreneur, Investor, and Podcast Host offering outstanding qualifications from extensive work experience.
The real estate market seems to be shifting a little. We see low inventory in many areas, but demand appears to be leveling out for now. We are also seeing many supply chain issues caus...
2021-10-131h 03The Real Build105. How Understanding And Listening To Our Client’s Needs Makes All The Difference - With Adam Hiltner Leadership, Mindset and Business CoachIn this episode of The Real Build, I had the opportunity to sit down with Leadership, mindset, and business coach Adam Hiltner. Adam and I discussed topics like customer service, why listening more to clients is so important, and leadership strategies in the Construction business.
Adam is a Marine Corps Veteran with proven leadership skills and a passion for small businesses that focus on the gratifying work of physical labor and skilled trades. He helps people from all backgrounds understand the impact leadership can have on every aspect of life. He coaches leaders and b...
2021-07-281h 08The Real Build104. Everyone Has A Story To Tell. What They Need Is A Loan Originator Who Will Listen - With Kyle Larmey of Moore Lending GroupIn this episode of The Real Build, I got the opportunity to talk with Kyle Larmey of Moore Lending Group. I wanted to have Kyle on the show because he is an up-and-coming mortgage lender that has done big things with his business in just a short two-year period. Kyle stood out to me on social media with his consistent content educating people about homeownership. We also talked about the reasons why he is having so much success.
I also wanted to speak to him about his thoughts on the current state of the market being newer to t...
2021-07-211h 15The Real Build103. What To Do When Building A Custom Home Part 3 - After the buildIn this episode of The Real Build, I continue my series on What to do when building a custom home. In this episode, I cover what to look out for after the build. Here are the topics I cover:
Final walk-through – Important info is given for contacts.
Follow up with final punch list items.
The owner will move in, and things start happening.
A quick response is necessary.
A direct builder contact is a must...
2021-07-1429 minThe Real Build102. What To Do When Building A Custom Home Part 2 - During The BuildIn this episode of The Real Build, I continue my series on What to do when building a custom home. In this episode, I cover what to look out for during the build. Here are the topics I cover.
When the contractor gets the Notice of Commencement – this is the start of the clock or build time frame. The builder must set the expectation of when things will happen and how long the build will take.
Know The process – Go check out my how it's built series to get a good...
2021-07-0725 minThe Real Build101. Collaboration Is Key To Success In Commercial Construction - With Sunny Pinhero, Owner of Pinhero ConstructionIn this episode of The Real Build, I had the privilege of sitting down with commercial contractor Sunny Pinhero, the owner of Pinhero Construction. Sunny is a friend of mine and a fellow member of the Arete Syndicate who has completed over 400 commercial, retail, restaurant, and office scope projects. He owns and operates all aspects of Pinhero Construction, Inc., tapping into decades of experience and partnerships. Sunny's passion for building has connected him with Simon Properties, Frontier Real Estate Investments, and other huge names. A jack of all trades, he regularly extends his knowledge to consulting management and business...
2021-06-291h 31The Real Build100. Why An Architects Attention To Detail Matters - With Chris Colby of CPL Architects and Engineers and Owner Antidote OneOne of the very first steps to building a custom home is Architecture. Hiring the right architect to design your homes is as crucial as hiring the right builder. The architect is creating not just your home's footprint but also how the home will operate. The more detail on a set of architectural plans, the beet. This will help the build process run a lot smoother.
In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with architect Chris Colby. He has over 20+ years of diverse experience in design, planning and project management, and Client Development. Chris's expert...
2021-06-221h 10The Real Build99. Bringing Respect And Dignity Back To The Trades - With Tom Reber, Owner of Contractor FightIn this episode of The Real Build, I got the opportunity to have on Top Contractor coach Tom Reber. Tom and I had an in-depth conversation about the things contractors should be doing to deliver a better experience to clients. If you are someone looking to build a home, this is a must listen to episode!
Over the past several years, Tom and his team have helped 1000’s of home improvement contractors earn the respect & dignity equal to the value that they bring to their clients.
He understands you and the challenges you face because you A...
2021-06-151h 04The Real Build98. What To Do When Building A Custom Home Part 1 - Before The BuildIn this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to discuss what a customer should do when building a custom home. This will be a three-part series highlighting before, during, and after a build and what customers need to do. In this episode, I cover before the build. Some topics I cover are the following.
Financing - Must get this lined up - takes time - Plans - contract - Get initial paperwork done.
Lot selection - Get a builder's opinion - Finding a builder before purchasing a lot is excellent. I get customers lots all...
2021-06-0829 minThe Real Build97. How To Hire The Right Roofer To Deliver A "Stress Free" Customer Experience? - With Joel And Laura Patzke Owners Trueworks RoofingWelcome to another amazing episode of The Real Build. In this episode, I got the opportunity to sit down with a roofing power couple Joel and Laura Patzke, owners of Trueworks Roofing. We talked about everything you need to know about roofing. We also discussed how Joel and Laura have been having great success in the roofing industry after starting their company not too long ago.
Joel and Laura enjoy figuring out ways to serve customers better in an industry that gets a bad wrap for customer service. They are passionate about doing their part to help chan...
2021-06-011h 29The Real Build96. How To Use Proper Communication For A Better Customer Experience - With Robert Kennedy III Owner Kennetik KommunicationsIn this episode of The Real Build, I got the privilege to feature Robert Kennedy III. Robert is a leadership communication expert, international keynote speaker, corporate trainer, and best-selling author. Robert was a real estate professional at one point in his life, and he always knew the best approach to helping clients with homes was through excellent communication.
Robert says that most of the interpersonal problems we face can be traced back to one thing...communication. It's at the core of expressing ideas, sharing experiences, and connecting perspectives. It needs to be done with confidence and clarity. So...
2021-05-251h 01The Real Build95. Generosity, Giving, and Reciprocity In Life and Business - With Cason Parker Of Westshore Financial GroupIn this episode of The Real Build, I got to have a long-time friend Cason Parker on the show. Cason and I went to college together at The University of South Florida and have been friends ever since. I was excited when Cason asked me to come on my show because Cason is a financial advisor. With many shifts in the financial world and government happening, I had to have Cason on.
Cason is always willing to offer a helping hand or listen. This is what has brought Cason success. His goal: To help people make appropriate finan...
2021-05-121h 18The Real Build94. Building Homes And Creating More Educational Opportunities For Kids In The Construction Industry - With Ben Beard, Owner Of Red Cliff HomesIn this episode of The Real Build, I spoke with Ben Beard, owner of Red Cliff Homes. Ben is a production home builder in Las Cruces, New Mexico. He specializes in homes that exceed client's expectations without exceeding their budget. Ben is also committed to bringing technical education to Las Cruces high schools. Red Cliff Homes seeks to bring technical education to young people to leave high school equipped with the skills they need to get high-paying jobs in construction and other technical, hands-on career fields. This was a big point Ben and I talked about. There is a lack...
2021-05-051h 14The Real Build93. Construction Materials Continue To Rise So Now What?In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to cover a huge topic in the construction industry: Material Increases. Demand is high, but supply is low. Construction material prices have risen so sharply in 2021 that the Associated General Contractors of America issued a rare Construction Inflation Alert. A move the group hasn't taken since 2008, citing a 12.8% jump of input costs for projects since the pandemic began.
Why the increase???
Last year, supply and demand issues caused by the pandemic led to shortages of supplies and record cost growth for some materials.
Residential...
2021-04-2829 minThe Real Build92. He Is "The Mortgage Geek" Educating You About Refinancing And Getting Your Next Mortgage - With Sean Cahan, Owner Of Cornerstone First MortgageIn this episode of The Real Build, I got the opportunity to speak with Sean Cahan, owner of Cornerstone First Mortgage. Sean and I discussed a lot of essential topics within the Mortgage industry. We mainly focused on critical points like best mortgages to get, interest rates, mortgage insurance, and refinancing.
Sean is the President of Cornerstone First Mortgage and brings over six years of experience to his privately-owned bank, headquartered in San Diego. As president, he oversees the operations and production of over 2.1 billion dollars in loans annually.
He was born and raised in Bell...
2021-04-121h 16The Real Build91. Learning How To Leverage Your Resources, Relationships, And Hard Work To Acquire Cash Flowing Real Estate Assets - With Joe Meares Part Owner Of KayJay ConsultingIn this episode of The Real Build, I got the opportunity to sit down with Joe Meares, part-owner of KayJay Consulting. Joe and I talked about real estate and all about the proper ways to invest and get started buying your first property.
Joe Meares is a Real Estate entrepreneur with hands-on experience as an investor, capital raiser, and coach. Beginning with baseball cards at age 6, Joe has been a lifetime investor, using his high school job at a hardware store to fund his first brokerage account at age 14. After almost a decade of working on Wall St...
2021-04-051h 18The Real Build90. Is The Real Estate And Home Building Market On The Edge Of A Collapse? - With Liza Florida The Myriad GroupIn this episode of The Real Build, I had the opportunity to speak with real estate professional Liza Florida. I was excited to have Liza on the show because Liza specializes in residential real estate, specialized assets, distressed properties (Short Sale, Pre-Foreclosure and Foreclosure), and mortgage lending. The real estate market is on fire right now. We are seeing low inventory in many areas and high demand. Prices keep climbing higher, pricing people out of the market. So are we on the brink of another real estate collapse? Is there a significant slow down coming?
Liza is a Real...
2021-03-291h 20The Real Build89. Why Fire Protection Should Be Top Priority In Every Construction Project - With Gus Gagliardi Fire Protection EngineerFire Protection Should Be Top Priority In Every Construction Project - With Gus Gagliardi Fire Protection Engineer
In this episode of The Real Build, we discuss one of the most important topics yet when it comes to construction: fire safety. Most often, people don't think about fire safety too much when building a home. There are many factors for proper fire safety in commercial and multi-family construction, but not in residential. This is why I brought on Gus Gagliardi on the show. Gus and I talked about fire safety techniques in commercial and residential real estate and wha...
2021-03-211h 10The Real Build88. Committed To Being The Best In The Industry, While Also Pushing The Limits In Design, Delivery, And Execution - With Phil Ma Owner Of Vamos GroupIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Phil Ma, the owner of Vamos Group in Canberra, Australia. Phil in I talked about many topics our customers and we face in the building industry. There are a lot of similarities between construction in the US and Australia.
Phil started his construction career in 2008 while working on the start of what is now known as the New Acton precinct in Canberra. He studied Building and Construction Management at the University of Canberra and completed his Bachelor's Degree in 2010, including several awards throughout his degree.
...
2021-03-141h 30The Real Build87. Does Your Contractor Have Too Many Projects Going On At One Time?In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to touch on a topic that came to my mind this past week dealing with potential clients. Demand is very high right now for new construction. With so much demand, many builders are taking on way too much work than they can handle. I see this in my local market, and I am sure it is happening in other places. It's about how builders are taking on too much work. This can lead to many issues for the customer. Some of those issues have to do with the following:
Cust...
2021-03-0818 minThe Real Build86. Making An Impact As A Woman In The Construction Industry - With Mari Madrigal, Owner of Foremost ImprovementsIn this episode, I got to have a conversation with Mari Madrigal. Mari is the owner of Foremost Improvements. Mari's story is impressive. Coming to America from Panama. She got into construction after getting married and fell in love with it. She loved every aspect of the industry and wanted to learn as much as she could. She would spend many of her days talking to workers, asking questions, and researching the industry.
Mari founded Foremost Improvements in 2018, focusing on Commercial and Residential construction.
She came from a sales and customer service background which has enable...
2021-03-011h 22The Real Build85. Cost Plus Versus Fixed Cost Home BuildsIn this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to hit on a topic that I face daily—fixed cost projects versus cost-plus projects. We, as custom builders, prefer cost plus. But there are many people that question it. I wanted to explain a few pros and cons to both cost-plus and fixed cost pricing.
What are they?
Cost Plus Contracts
the contractor estimates the base cost of the project. The base cost includes the price of materials, labor, and overhead. The “plus” is the profit. In a cost-plus contract, the profit is calculate...
2021-02-2230 minThe Real Build84. Demolition And A Passion For Good Old American Dirt, Trucks, And Tractors - With Corey Lockhart Of WML EnterprisesIn this episode of the Real Build, I had the opportunity to sit down with Corey Lockhart, WML Enterprises LLC owner. WML Enterprises is a full-service demolition and site preparation contractor. I was excited to have Corey on the show and talk about what to look for prior to hiring a demolition service.
Corey is an air force veteran and also a former firefighter. Corey started WML Enterprises with a passion for good old American dirt, trucks, and tractors with a healthy appreciation for technology.
He prides himself on safe, ethical, and efficient business practices and...
2021-02-081h 16The Real Build83. Designing Closets To Maximize Space, Increase Functionality And Encourage Clutter-free Living - With Taiece Lanier, Owner of Closet EditorsIn this episode of The Real Build, I got the opportunity to sit down with one of the best custom closet designers/organizers in the country, Taiece Lanier! Taiece is known for her keen sense of fashion, phenomenal talent for organization, and an amazing eye for detail.
Taiece Lanier is a Premier Closet Designer, author, and International Style Consultant. She helps people create the closet of their dreams and cultivate their authentic style. She has an awesome gift for listening to her clients, tapping into her incredible design and organizational skills, and delivering excellence.
Taiece i...
2021-02-011h 08The Real Build82. Making Housing Affordable With Custom Built Tiny Homes - With Colton Paulhus Owner Of Anchored Tiny Homes, Inc.In this episode of The Real Build, I speak with Colton Paulhus, who owns Anchored Tiny Homes in Granite Bay, California. With a lot of housing becoming hard to afford as prices continue to rise, Colton and his family have created a solution to that problem with their custom tiny homes.
Anchored Tiny Homes Inc. is a family-owned and operated business that has been serving our local community for over 30 years.
Colton's parents, Scott and Lynette, owned many successful businesses in the construction industry, ranging from a shed manufacture business, custom garage builders, building homes, po...
2021-01-251h 07The Real Build81. Re-Developing Properties To Revitalize Communities And Encouraging Home Ownership - With Adam McCanna Co Owner of Colorado Home BuyersIn this episode of the Real Build, I got to speak with Adam McCanna, who is part owner of Colorado Home Buyers. Adam and I discussed many real estate topics, but our main focus was on how Adam and his partner are rebuilding communities in Denver, Colorado.
Adam started purchasing investment properties in 2013 when he decided that a high paying, award-winning sales management career in corporate America was not enough for him.
He wanted more. He wanted to pursue a career to help people and create a legacy for his wife and three sons. He w...
2021-01-181h 15The Real Build80. Aging In Place Versus Living In Place. - With Lisa Wood Of Lisa J. Wood InteriorIn this episode of The Real Build, I got the opportunity to talk with Lisa Wood, owner of Lisa J. Wood Interiors. Lisa helps busy professionals plan, design, and construct homes so personalized that they are the perfect recipe for now and their futures. Every design challenge has a beautiful solution, and style never has to be sacrificed.
Her Services include in-home consultations, turn-key interior design, kitchen & bath design, closet design, project management, renderings, styling, window treatments, custom furniture, staging, new construction renovations, and new build and renovation consultations geared for living in place.
Lisa ca...
2021-01-101h 28The Real Build79. 2020 Was A Big Year And 2021 Will Be Even Bigger2020 was a crazy year filled with many negatives - Aliens, murder hornets, covid, riots, a crazy presidential race, Natural Disasters, lockdowns, businesses closing, and much more.
Many people would say it was their worst year ever and are relieved to be in the new year 2021. But For me, I didn’t curl up in a ball in fear. I didn’t let other's fear dictate my actions. I didn't do less because I didn't know what the future held. I utilized the lockdowns and unknown and went even harder on my brand and business.
My 2020 was one...
2021-01-0433 minThe Real Build77. Continuously making your presence known as a builderIn this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to talk about a topic that recently came to my mind that is crucial for builders. Builders need to make their presence known. This topic came to mind because I wrote my yearly Christmas cards, which I send to past customers every year. I don’t have to do this because it takes a lot of time to handwrite them.
So why do I do this? Because I want to offer them something, to make past clients see that we are still here to help even though we built...
2020-12-2028 minThe Real Build76. How To Have More Faith In Your Contractor - With Mike Claudio Owner Of Winrate ConsultingIn this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Mike Claudio, the owner of Winrate Consulting. Winrate Consulting is a fast-growing coaching company for people in the construction industry. I was excited to have Mike on the podcast to talk about builders' best strategies to get good clients and maintain quality service throughout the building process. Mike spoke about critical factors builders need to pay attention to in order to get more sales, make more money, and grow their business.
Mike has a passion for working with entrepreneurs to help them bring significant changes to gro...
2020-12-141h 11The Real Build73. Building Million Dollar Homes From A DistanceWe live in a different world in 2020. Lockdowns are starting to happen again. So I wanted to talk about how we as builders can make it possible for our customers to still build from a distance without fear of something going wrong. I deal with this frequently, and even before covid, we had to implement different things to make building from a distance possible.
Things like Software. We use a platform called coconstruct. If you want to learn more about Coconstruct check out episode 33 With Top Coconstruct rep Spencer Padgett
Software Key points
Bidding an...
2020-11-1518 minThe Real Build72. Installing The Perfect Garage Door Is An Art - With Dan Cummings Owner Of Southwest Garage DoorsIn this episode of the Real Build, I sat down with Dan Cummings, owner of Southwest Garage Doors. Dan and I talked about how a garage door makes a significant impact on the home's look and someone's lifestyle. It also is essential how a garage door functions. A garage door is most people's access into their homes. A garage door must operate correctly but also be built to last.
Dan was raised in Phoenix and Scottsdale by a strong single mother. He graduated from Desert Mountain and East Valley Institute of Technology (EBIT) for welding and metal work...
2020-11-021h 06The Real Build71. Making An Impact And Changing Lives Through Her Interior Design Career - With Breegan Jane Owner Of Breegan Jane LLCIn this episode of The Real Build, I got to speak with Breegan Jane, owner of interior design firm Breegan Jane LLC. Breegan is one of the most impactful women I have had the opportunity to interview. She is an experienced and accomplished interior designer, lifestyle blogger, and single mom dominating the interior design space.
Her resume boasts enterprises that span the gamut, from custom designing personal creative music studios to managing international real estate projects with a full staff. Her design savvy is well sought after by clients in almost every industry, including a double platinum-selling rec...
2020-10-251h 11The Real Build67. What Is Your Square Foot Price? Why Custom Home Builders Hate This QuestionIn this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to talk about a question that I get asked all the time. That question is, what is your square foot price? I brushed on this topic in the past, but I wanted to dive deeper into it. As custom home builders, we don't have a set square foot price. The reason is that we offer a lot more selections than other builders like production home builders. You build with a custom builder to have more freedom and get precisely what you want. I talk about this and much more.
Foll...
2020-09-2832 minThe Real Build66. Why Personal Development Was The Key To Running A Successful One-Stop-Shop Real Estate Business - With Michael Burns Owner Of The Burnz Team Homes and LoansIn this episode of The Real Build, I interviewed Michael Burns, owner of The Burnz Team Homes and Loans. Michael wears many hats as he does real estate, mortgages, and investments. This gives Michael a leg up above his competition. Michael and I talked about real estate investing and how someone can get started in it.
Michael has taught himself how to invest in real estate. After making offers on 94 homes, he and his brother finally got their first investment property where they made $25,000 in profit. Since then, with a lot of learning, they have successfully invested in mo...
2020-09-201h 33The Real Build64. Building Affordable MultiFamily Units For Hard Working Families - With Scott Choppin Owner Of Urban Pacific GroupIn this episode of The Real Build, I got the opportunity to sit down with top real estate developer Scott Choppin out of Long Beach, California. Scott is the Founder of the Urban Pacific Group and oversees all operations of the Urban Pacific family of companies, including business development, capital acquisition, and strategic planning.
Scott and I talked about how someone can get started in multi-family development and how he runs his business. Scott's business model is unique in that he builds multi-family units that can house up to a family of 10 people. This allows people to pay...
2020-09-071h 57The Real Build24. The Power Of Energy Efficiency, Solar Energy, And Strong Core Values An Interview With Shawn Henry Of Efficient Home ServicesIn this episode of The Real Build, I got the opportunity to sit down with Shawn Henry, the owner of Efficient Home Services in Saint Peterburg, Florida.
Shawn's company is one of the fastest-growing solar energy companies in Florida. Efficient Home Services is ranked the #1 energy company on The Inc. 5000. They have been featured on big networks such as Fox, ABC, CBS, and NBC. What started as a dream for Shawn has now driven over $40 million in revenue.
Shawn and I covered a number of great topics. We discussed busin...
2019-11-101h 25The Real Build7. If You Are Buying Or Selling Real Estate You Need To Listen To This! An Interview With Kim Litvak Of Keller Williams RealtyAre you thing about buying or selling a property?
Real estate can be one of the most significant investments in someone's lifetime. Whether you are buying for yourself or investing in your future, making the right real estate purchase is essential. A lot of people don't know what to do when searching for a property and unfortunately, do get proper guidance.
In this episode of The Real Build, Bill Reiman sits down with Kim Litvak of Keller Williams Realty out of Columbus, Ohio. Kim delivers so much great information on w...
2019-07-0149 minThe Real Build6. What You Need To Know Before Selecting Your Next Contractor Or RealtorIn this episode of The Real Build, Bill Reiman goes deeper into the process of selecting a contractor or real estate agent.
Let's face it a lot of people don't know how to go about selecting a contractor or realtor. Most go with someone they know or a referral from a friend.
Bill Reiman covers what you need to look for when selecting your next contractor or real estate agent.
Bill covers topics like
1. DO YOUR RESEARCH - Everything is online now. You...
2019-06-2126 minThe Real Build1. Let Me Tell You My StoryIn this episode of The Real Build host Bill Reiman tells you his story and his path to becoming a real estate broker and builder. You will learn about how Bill Reiman got to where he is in real estate and new construction today. He talks about his life experiences growing up and the path that led him to be successful in the real estate industry.
Some of the show highlights are:
Bill Reiman was born right outside of Chicago in September 20 1986
He came from a hard working family. When he was little hi...
2019-05-0634 minThe Real Build00. Introduction To The Real BuildIn this episode, I introduce myself and tell you what The Real Build Podcast is all about. Here is a summary of the show.
Who am I?
I'm Bill Reiman, and I am a real estate broker and builder in Marco Island FL. I have been in the construction business my whole life and worked in homes since I was a little kid. I know how they are built from the ground up. I work with my family construction business, R.K. Reiman Construction, where we specialize in custom home building and design. I took m...
2019-04-2408 min