Best Bill Reiman Imbillreiman Podcasts (2024)

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184. Maximize Systems And Processes, 2023 Top Contractor School Summer Retreat Recap 34:00

11M ago34:00

34:00

In this episode of The Real Build, I covered my recent trip to the Top Contractor School summer retreat in Las Vegas, Nevada. This was another amazing TCS event packed with information about setting goals, creating systems and processes, marketing, construction technology, and leadership. I tried to cover as much as I could in a short episode. But …

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183. Nurturing Client Relationships: A Blueprint for Success 24:07

12M ago24:07

24:07

In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to discuss the importance of maintaining client relationships before, during, and after a transaction. So many businesses only focus on the transaction rather than the relationship with the client. We should want to build long-lasting relationships or friendships with every client. Today I talked about ho…

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182. Building High Trust Construction Business Cultures Through Leadership - With Sue Dyer Author/Owner of Sudyco 1:05:17

12M ago1:05:17

1:05:17

In this episode of the Real Build, I sat down with Sue Dyer, a best-selling author of the book "The Trusted Leader" and owner of Sudyco, which trains construction leaders by focusing on the intersection of construction leadership and project results. Sue and I talked about one of the most important, if not the most important, topics in business, an…

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181. My Garage Is A Mess! Maximizing The Functionality Of Your Garage - With Aaron Cash of Garage Living 55:09

12M ago55:09

55:09

In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Aaron Cash who is the president of Garage Living. Garage Living specializes in custom garage interiors. With a focus on design, form, and function, they create customized solutions to suit your home and lifestyle. They are the custom builder of garages. Aaron and I touched on many different topics,…

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180. Cutting Edge Trends and Future Innovations In Home Building 34:25

1y ago34:25

34:25

In this episode of The Real Build, I talk about cutting edge trends and future innovations in homebuilding. Technology is moving fast, and more and more people are beginning to implement it in their homes. Technology can significantly enhance our homes' functionality, comfort, and sustainability through smart home devices or energy efficiency. I co…

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179. A Deeper Dive Into The Home Building Process - Part Two 36:32

1y ago36:32

36:32

In this episode of The Real Build, we continue my detailed series into the home building process. I wanted to talk more in detail about what you need to look for during the home building process. This means after you actually break ground and your builder is building the home. I touch on topics like: Communication and Project Management Quality of …

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178. A Deeper Dive Into The Home Building Process - Part One 1:06:13

1y ago1:06:13

1:06:13

In this episode of The Real Build, I break down the home building process with a lot of detail. If you are considering building a new home, I teach you exactly what questions you should ask a potential builder. This is a very detailed breakdown. Here are the topics I covered: Finding a property - Quick things to think about when purchasing a lot to…

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177. Home Sweet ADU: Exploring the Popularity and Potential of Accessory Dwelling Units - With Whitney Hill Of Snap ADU 50:07

1y ago50:07

50:07

In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Whitney Hill, who is part owner of Snap ADU. Snap Adu specializes in Accessory Dwelling Units in California. Accessory Dwelling Units are smaller homes ranging from 400 - 1200 square feet that are built on existing residential properties with a main home. They are very popular in California and spr…

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176. Storm Restoration, Drywall, And Staffing. Building Businesses That Work Together To Better The Client Experience - With Austin Duchaine 54:11

1y ago54:11

54:11

In This Episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Austin Duchaine, who owns multiple companies AD&C Enterprises, 1-800 Water, and Manit Industries. AD&C is a drywall, framing, and Carpentry company specializing in commercial and residential construction. Austin also owns 1-800 Water Damage which specializes in restoration services. Austin also is …

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175. How Contractors Are Competing Against Their Clients Last Great Experience - With Patrick Robertson Of Momentous Builders 51:48

1y ago51:48

51:48

In 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. A…

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174. Popular Features In Luxury Home Building Today 31:16

1y ago31:16

31:16

In 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 ho…

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173. Inflation, High Rates, Layoffs, And The Many Challenges Ahead For The Mortgage Industry - With Stefani Boyd of New Valley Home Services 47:15

1y ago47:15

47:15

In 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 throu…

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172. Reinventing The Rental Property Insurance Process - With Matt Sutika Of Obie 50:22

1y ago50:22

50:22

In 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 est…

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171. Fixing America! One Concrete Structure And Sewer System At A Time - With Kolby Baker, Owner of Raising Solutions and Midwest Infrastructure 1:06:10

1+ y ago1:06:10

1:06:10

In 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. Ko…

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170. Contractor State Of The Union - Contractors Build America 21:41

1+ y ago21:41

21:41

I 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 h…

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169. The Construction Business Isn't Easy, But The Hard Times Are What Builds Great Companies - With Nate Swink, Owner Of Swink's Welding 1:05:32

1+ y ago1:05:32

1:05:32

In 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 starte…

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168. How Utilizing Youtube For Construction And Real Estate Can Be The Best Return On Your Time - With Levi Lascsak Of Passive Prospecting 59:35

1+ y ago59:35

59:35

In 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…

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167. Construction And Leadership - 2023 Top Contractor School Winter Retreat Recap 32:17

1+ y ago32:17

32:17

In 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…

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166. Why Real Estate Will Exceed Inflation Through Long Term Value - With Matt Picheny Of Picheny LLC 58:59

1+ y ago58:59

58:59

In 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 passiv…

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165. A Home Service Business That Enhances The Lives Of Seniors And Helps People In The Community - With Sean Fitzgerald of Trublue Total House Care 1:04:03

1+ y ago1:04:03

1:04:03

In 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…

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164. Setting Big Goals To Benefit Your Business And Client Experience 23:19

1+ y ago23:19

23:19

In 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 c…

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163. Why Good Communicators Are The Wealthiest Real Estate Investors - With Steve Rozenberg Pilot and Real Estate Investor 1:05:09

1+ y ago1:05:09

1:05:09

In 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…

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162. Contractors Need To Stop Lying To Your Clients 27:44

1+ y ago27:44

27:44

In 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 thi…

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161. Architects Need To Create New Trends And Think Outside The Box - With Rob Mongillo, Owner Of JMDG Architecture 51:13

1+ y ago51:13

51:13

In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Rob Mongillo, the owner of JMDG Architecture and design in Naples, Florida. I have known Rob for the last five years because most of the homes you see that we build were designed by Rob and his team. I partnered with Rob five years ago for a variety of reasons. His creativity, experience, communica…

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160. The Markets Changing, So Are There Still Opportunities In Building and Real Estate? 18:46

1+ y ago18:46

18:46

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 t…

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159. Providing A Roadmap Into The Skilled Trades Through Video And Technology - With Keith Williams Owner Of Skill Stadium 1:07:29

1+ y ago1:07:29

1:07:29

In 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 seeker…

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158. MARKET UPDATE! Are Construction And Real Estate Prices Finally Falling? 26:33

1+ y ago26:33

26:33

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 in…

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157. Look Out Zillow! Bringing Human Connection Back To Real Estate - With Ryan Poole, Owner of RealTrade 50:31

1+ y ago50:31

50:31

In 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—…

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156. Having A Great Design Team To Create The Ultimate Luxury Build Experience - With Jason Lynn, Owner The Decorators Unlimited 56:34

1+ y ago56:34

56:34

In 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. Jas…

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155. Study Your Craft 18:15

1+ y ago18:15

18:15

In 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…

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154. Excellence Is The Standard When It Comes To Your Homes Interior Design - With Alexis Soof of Soof Construction and Design 1:01:21

1+ y ago1:01:21

1:01:21

In 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 …

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153. Improving The Construction Industry With Advanced Tech - With Maria Khokhlova Of Traceair 45:35

1+ y ago45:35

45:35

In 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 prov…

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152. Encouraging And Enabling A Construction Culture Of Continuous Improvement - With Robert Penney Of Skanska 56:06

1+ y ago56:06

56:06

In 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 impro…

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151. You Can’t Win Them All. You Have To Move Forward And Learn From Your Mistakes 18:01

2y ago18:01

18:01

A topic I wanted to discuss is something that recently happened to me, and it hit me hard the last month. It was bothering me. A home that I do home watch for the previous three years was listed for sale for 5.5 million dollars. Now you are probably saying a couple of things. Wow, that’s an expensive home, and or ok, what’s the big deal? The primar…

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150. Setting The Standard High In Every Structural Steel Project - Zach Burick Owner Of Duggins Welding 59:37

2y ago59:37

59:37

In 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…

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149. Don't Sell Your Home! Here's How You Can Make It Into A Market-Beating Investment Property - With David Friedman Of Knox Financial 55:55

2y ago55:55

55:55

In 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 mainten…

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148. Engineering, Construction Tech, And The Innovation Of An Old Industry - With Dillon Mitchell Owner Of Kowabunga Studios 1:06:09

2y ago1:06:09

1:06:09

In 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 docu…

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147. Don't Skimp On Quality! Using The Best Materials On Every Home Siding Project - With Michael Leonetti of Mastercraft Exteriors 1:09:12

2y ago1:09:12

1:09:12

In 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 sidi…

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146. We're Here For A Purpose On Purpose. Offering More To Serve Clients Better - With Michael McGovern Of Columbus Roofing and Construction Company 50:30

2y ago50:30

50:30

In 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…

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145. Being a Top Contractor - Top Contractor School Summer Retreat Recap 28:15

2y ago28:15

28:15

In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to talk about my recent trip to Pittsburgh for the Top Contractor School Summer Retreat and what great information I took from it. TCS is a construction group that Ive been a part of for about seven months now. The group is full of high-performing contractors trying to improve all aspects of their lives, …

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144. Turning The Other Cheek When Facing Tough Situations In Construction And Real Estate 25:00

2y ago25:00

25:00

We all go through challenging situations that can make or break us. They can cause anger, and we have to step back sometimes and ask ourselves if it is worth it. In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to address some situations that personally happened to me in business recently. In these situations, Ive had to turn the other cheek. Ive had to…

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143. Do You Have Mold In Your Home? Here's What You Should Do - With Liza Blas 34:49

2y ago34:49

34:49

In 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 …

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142. Focus On The Overall Customer Experience And Watch Your Business Grow 24:13

2y ago24:13

24:13

In 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 th…

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141. Helping Contractors Get More Freedom, Control, And Money - With Andrew Houston Owner Of Profit For Contractors 1:04:46

2y ago1:04:46

1:04:46

In 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 t…

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140. Perfecting The Design Build Process To #BuildBetter - With Matt Vetter President Of Schafer Construction 1:09:10

2y ago1:09:10

1:09:10

In 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 way…

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139. The Client's Best Interest Comes First In Every Luxury Real Estate Transaction - With Barry Van Patten II Of Van Patten Luxury Group 1:09:57

2y ago1:09:57

1:09:57

In 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 d…

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138. Transforming Lives One Shovel At A Time - With Keith Callaway Sr. K&L Industries 1:06:31

2y ago1:06:31

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In 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 abou…

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137. Home Trends From The Ground Up. What Are We Building Today? 27:51

2y ago27:51

27:51

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 co…

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136. 75 Hard Challenge As A Contractor And Realtor. The Good And The Bad 26:18

2y ago26:18

26:18

In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to talk about the 75hard challenge and how it helped me in so many ways over the last couple of years as a broker and a builder. So what is 75hard? 2 - 45 min workouts, one outside and one inside 1 gallon of water Read ten pages a day Must stick to a diet Daily progress picture No alcohol What I gained fr…

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135. Real Estate Investing And Positive Mindset In The World Today - With Austin Linney 1:01:24

2y ago1:01:24

1:01:24

In 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…

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