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REAL ESTATE READY with SOLDbyNat.comEp. 151: New Construction Storytime - No Bluetape Meeting 🥴Thinking of buying a new construction home? In this storytime, I’m sharing a surprising experience where there was no blue tape meeting. Yep, you read that right! 😳 From walkthrough expectations to builder communication issues, this is a must-watch if you're considering new construction. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned investor, understanding the new construction process is key. Let’s talk about what went wrong and what should’ve happened. #NewConstructionHome #HomeBuyingTips #BlueTapeWalkthrough #RealEstateStorytime #HomeInspection #RealEstateFails #NewBuildNightmares #FirstTimeHomebuyer2025-04-2206 min
Construction PalsBurning Bright: A Chat with Solar’s Shining StarAfter establishing two solar companies, launching two leading solar panel manufacturers, and co-founding the world’s first woman-owned solar panel company, Lexie Lucas is far from finished changing the solar industry. As founder and CEO of Sunlink Power, one of BlueTape’s partners, Lexie has key insights into the evolving role of young professionals and technology as they transform both the solar sector and the construction industry as a whole.You can learn more about Sunlink Power by visiting their website, and you can follow Lexie Lucas on her LinkedIn and Instagram.The Construction Pals podc...2024-05-2323 min
Construction PalsChanging the Air: How Healthy Living is Transforming ConstructionWhile many green initiatives have focused on the environment, Andy Pace's focus is a little closer to home. Through the Green Design Center and the Change the Air Foundation, Andy Pace has concentrated on making sure our homes provide healthy environments for all, from the builders who construct our homes to the families who live in them.You can listen to our previous episode featuring Andy Pace at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1728113/12646334.About Andrew Pace:Â Â Andrew Pace is a Healthy Home Concierge and Founder of The Green Design Center, a leading re...2024-04-2326 min
Construction PalsStaying Nimble: How to Box the Big-Box LBM StoresTrying to stay on your feet in the LBM supplier ring while facing off against the big guys? Our guests this week are two marketing experts from Lenker: John Lenker, founder and Chief Vision Officer, and Assaf Arie, partner and Chief Executive Officer. Join us as we discuss how small- to medium-sized LBM suppliers can be flexible, competitive, and ultimately successful.In part one of this two-part podcast, we focused on contractors, remodelers, and builders and how strategy and marketing can build their business. You can find that episode here.You can find out more...2024-02-2718 min
Construction PalsBuilding Your Brand: A Contractor's Guide to Marketing in ConstructionIf you're a contractor or builder, do you need to worry about having a brand? Rick Butler and Elizabeth Hagale of BlueTape sat down to speak with two marketing experts from Lenker: John Lenker, founder and Chief Vision Officer, and Assaf Arie, partner and Chief Executive Officer. From high-level strategizing to producing creative ad campaigns, John and Assaf have a wealth of experience transforming businesses through careful planning and imaginative marketing.In part one of this two-part podcast, we’ll be focusing on contractors, remodelers, and builders and how strategy and marketing can build their business.2024-01-3029 min
Construction PalsApartment Assembly Line: A Solution for the Affordability Crisis?After taking over his father’s construction business, Mike Kaeding, CEO of Norhart, is out to solve the housing affordability crisis. His solution? Revolutionizing apartment building construction through an assembly line system with an in-house team of builders.Learn more about Norhart at https://www.norhart.com/.The Construction Pals podcast is brought to you by BlueTape, your source for the latest in the construction world. Don't forget to subscribe for more episodes like this.For more information on this podcast and BlueTape, please visit BlueTape.com.Be sure to follow us...2023-11-2927 min
Construction PalsAugmenting Intelligence: AI’s Role in Pre-ConstructionArtificial intelligence, or AI, seems to be everywhere these days. But Jon Sibley, CEO of TrueBuilt, is bringing AI to the pre-construction phase to augment intelligence, not replace it. TrueBuilt offers pre-construction and takeoff software solutions, and they’re looking to revolutionize this vital phase of the construction process.Learn more about TrueBuilt at https://www.truebuiltsoftware.com/.The Construction Pals podcast is brought to you by BlueTape, your source for the latest in the construction world. Don't forget to subscribe for more episodes like this.For more information on this podcast and Bl...2023-10-2420 min
Construction PalsThe Keys to Success as an Independent ContractorR.C. Hand retired in style after a successful career as a C-9 contractor in Southern California, spending 38 years plastering, tiling, and installing drywall. The keys to that success? Listen to this episode of Construction Pals to find out!Learn more about R.C. Hand and his post-retirement career as a storyteller on his website.The Construction Pals podcast is brought to you by BlueTape, your source for the latest in the construction world. Don't forget to subscribe for more episodes like this.For more information on this podcast and BlueTape, please visit...2023-09-2117 min
Construction PalsBuilding a Strong Foundation: Mental Health for Construction ProsTracy Brown of Meta Management Consulting rose from laborer to running multimillion dollar companies over his thirty plus year career in the construction industry. Alarmed by a surprising statistic, he is now focusing on promoting mental health for those in the field.Learn more about Tracy’s consultation services at https://metamanagementconsulting.com/, and subscribe to his newsletter at https://earnversusburn.com.If you or someone you know is experiencing a suicidal crisis or emotional distress, please call or text 988: 988Lifeline.org.The Construction Pals podcast is brought to you by BlueTape, your so...2023-08-1724 min
Construction PalsAn American in Afghanistan: Managing Construction Projects OverseasRich Walton, an award-winning, 30-year veteran of the architectural design business, suddenly found himself managing construction projects in Afghanistan. Join BlueTape's Rick Butler as he and Rich discuss how he ended up there and the stark differences he experienced working overseas.Find out more about Rich Walton's adventures at https://onebrickatatimepress.com/.The Construction Pals podcast is brought to you by BlueTape, your source for the latest in the construction world. Don't forget to subscribe for more episodes like this.For more information on this podcast and BlueTape, please visit BlueTape.com.2023-06-2833 min
Construction PalsBuilding Together: Empowering Contractors Through Homeowner FinancingBen Barrick has come a long way from working out of his 2007 Toyota Prius. As Strategic Partnership Manager of Hearth, he now focuses on allowing construction pros to offer financing to homeowners, thereby helping contractors sell more, have happier homeowners, and provide a better experience.Connect with Ben Barrick on LinkedIn here, and find out more about Hearth here.The Construction Pals podcast is brought to you by BlueTape, your source for the latest in the construction world. Don't forget to subscribe for more episodes like this.For more information on this podcast...2023-05-1726 min
Construction PalsHuman-Friendly Construction for a Healthy HomeWe've all heard of building green: environmentally-friendly construction with a focus on energy efficiency. But what about human-friendly construction?Andy Pace, owner of the Green Design Center and leading expert in the field of non-toxic environments, discusses the importance of building healthy homes from the foundation up.You can learn more about the Green Design Center at https://www.thegreendesigncenter.com/, and you can email Andy at andy@thegreendesigncenter.com.The Construction Pals podcast is brought to you by BlueTape, your source for the latest in the construction world. Don't forget to subscribe...2023-04-1431 min