In this episode of Broker’s Blueprint, Martino and Nick are joined by Matt Smith, founder of Valor Built—a veteran-owned construction company making waves in the Philadelphia region. From his time as a platoon leader in Iraq to launching a residential and commercial building company, Matt breaks down the mindset, systems, and setbacks that shaped his journey from soldier to successful general contractor.

Whether you're a real estate investor, developer, or aspiring builder, this conversation dives deep into what it really takes to lead construction projects in a market like Philly.

Key takeaways:

How military discipline translates into business leadership

Why communication is the biggest differentiator in construction

Lessons from managing subcontractors, clients, and chaos

The financial realities of being a small to mid-sized GC

How to grow a lean, profitable construction business without losing your edge

If you’re looking to partner with reliable builders, understand how construction timelines really work, or gain insight into running a service-first construction company—this one’s for you.

🎧 Tune in now and don’t forget to subscribe for weekly insights into Philly real estate, development, and the brokers shaping the market.

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