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Buying, selling, or building property in Massachusetts? Then you need to hear from someone who’s seen it all—twice.In Episode 24 of the BuildX Podcast, Buz sits down with Bill Sims, Principal of Sims & Sims LLP, a trial attorney with over 42 years of experience in real estate, municipal, business, and probate law . Bill’s worked both sides of the courtroom, represented banks, developers, contractors, homeowners, and professionals at state licensing boards—and he’s still going strong.This episode is packed with valuable legal knowledge every builder, homeowner, or developer should hear. From the biggest legal mistakes in construction, to how to protect your business and your property, Bill breaks it all down in plain English.🧠 Real talk from a guy who’s represented everyone from your local builder… to the banks financing the project.⸻You’ll learn:✅ How real estate deals actually fall apart✅ Why clear titles and land use laws are deal-breakers✅ The biggest mistakes builders make with contracts✅ The importance of legal planning in residential development✅ Why a good attorney should be in your speed dial before you break ground👇 Learn more about Sims & Sims LLP🌐 simsandsimsllp.com📞 Contact: [email protected]📺 Subscribe to the BuildX Podcast: YouTube.com/@BuildX_USA🎧 Or search The BuildX Podcast on Spotify🌐 Read more at BuildX.com/PodcastJust Build Baby! 🇺🇸⸻⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Intro01:30 – Bill’s background in trial law & real estate04:20 – Working with builders, banks & municipalities07:00 – The legal process behind closing a property10:15 – Common legal mistakes in construction13:40 – What to include in your contracts17:25 – Zoning issues & red tape nightmares21:00 – Advice for new builders & developers24:00 – Working with town governments & boards28:15 – Licensing boards, arbitration & high-stakes representation32:00 – Lightning round: advice, tools, and legacy#RealEstateLaw #ConstructionLaw #MassachusettsBuilders #BuilderTips #LandUse #LegalAdvice #SimsAndSims #JustBuildBaby #Homebuilding #ContractorProblems #PropertyDisputes #CustomHomes #ConstructionPodcast #RealEstateDeals #JobsiteToCourtroom#BuzArtiano
By BuildXBuying, selling, or building property in Massachusetts? Then you need to hear from someone who’s seen it all—twice.In Episode 24 of the BuildX Podcast, Buz sits down with Bill Sims, Principal of Sims & Sims LLP, a trial attorney with over 42 years of experience in real estate, municipal, business, and probate law . Bill’s worked both sides of the courtroom, represented banks, developers, contractors, homeowners, and professionals at state licensing boards—and he’s still going strong.This episode is packed with valuable legal knowledge every builder, homeowner, or developer should hear. From the biggest legal mistakes in construction, to how to protect your business and your property, Bill breaks it all down in plain English.🧠 Real talk from a guy who’s represented everyone from your local builder… to the banks financing the project.⸻You’ll learn:✅ How real estate deals actually fall apart✅ Why clear titles and land use laws are deal-breakers✅ The biggest mistakes builders make with contracts✅ The importance of legal planning in residential development✅ Why a good attorney should be in your speed dial before you break ground👇 Learn more about Sims & Sims LLP🌐 simsandsimsllp.com📞 Contact: [email protected]📺 Subscribe to the BuildX Podcast: YouTube.com/@BuildX_USA🎧 Or search The BuildX Podcast on Spotify🌐 Read more at BuildX.com/PodcastJust Build Baby! 🇺🇸⸻⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Intro01:30 – Bill’s background in trial law & real estate04:20 – Working with builders, banks & municipalities07:00 – The legal process behind closing a property10:15 – Common legal mistakes in construction13:40 – What to include in your contracts17:25 – Zoning issues & red tape nightmares21:00 – Advice for new builders & developers24:00 – Working with town governments & boards28:15 – Licensing boards, arbitration & high-stakes representation32:00 – Lightning round: advice, tools, and legacy#RealEstateLaw #ConstructionLaw #MassachusettsBuilders #BuilderTips #LandUse #LegalAdvice #SimsAndSims #JustBuildBaby #Homebuilding #ContractorProblems #PropertyDisputes #CustomHomes #ConstructionPodcast #RealEstateDeals #JobsiteToCourtroom#BuzArtiano