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February 23, 2023 172. Reinventing The Rental Property Insurance Process - With Matt Sutika Of Obie
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 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 nearly $14M, employs 70+ employees, and has two central office locations in IL and FL.

Matt is an award-winning entrepreneur and business owner in the insuretech sector. Following a 5-year tenure as a top ranked State Farm agent, Matt founded Skylight Insurance and within two years, he grew it to be a $5M+ brokerage through unique partnerships and technology within the multi-family community, a staff of less than five, and zero marketing budget. Bridging tried and true insurance principals with tech, Skylight merged with Obie, an insurance distribution platform for real estate investors.

Guest Info: Matt Sutika
Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/matthew-sutika-a9a98013a
Website: https://www.obieinsurance.com/
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51 min
February 17, 2023 171. Fixing America! One Concrete Structure And Sewer System At A Time - With Kolby Baker, Owner of Raising Solutions and Midwest Infrastructure
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.

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 failing issues by rehabilitating the underground infrastructures, rather than the costly replacement method by using the OBIC lining system is the highest quality protective coating and lining system designed for long-life corrosion and infiltration resistance on the market today.

Kolby and I discussed his businesses and what customers need to look for within these industries.

Guest Info: Kolby Baker
Website: https://midwestinfrastructurecoatings.com/
Website: https://raising-solutions.com/

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1 hr 7 min
February 09, 2023170. Contractor State Of The Union - Contractors Build America
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 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 services and help people in need.

Contractors Ensure the safety of America.

Contractors improve the quality of life within their communities.

Contractors play a critical role In times of natural disasters.

Contractors teach much needed skills to future generations.

Contractors provide affordable housing.

Contractors Enhance communities.
Overall, contractors are essential to the growth, development, and well-being of communities in America, and their contributions are important for the continued success of the country.

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22 min
February 02, 2023 169. The Construction Business Isn't Easy, But The Hard Times Are What Builds Great Companies - With Nate Swink, Owner Of Swink's Welding
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 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 entrepreneur and how he is pushing forward. The struggles he is facing will only make him and his company better. I have no doubt Nate will be one of the top welding contractors in the United States.

Guest Info: Nate Swink
Website: https://swinkswelding.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nate_swink/
Youtube: https://www.instagram.com/nate_swink/

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1 hr 6 min
January 26, 2023 168. How Utilizing Youtube For Construction And Real Estate Can Be The Best Return On Your Time - With Levi Lascsak Of Passive Prospecting
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 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 generating $90 million in real estate deals in less than a year with an organic YouTube channel.

In his first 30 days, with just 48 subscribers, he got a phone call from a buyer with a million-dollar budget. To date his channel has been viewed 148,000 hours with just 16,000 subscribers and is the most viewed real estate YouTube channel and ranked top 500 real estate producers in Dallas.

Levi has also helped hundreds of other clients generate millions of dollars from organic YouTube traffic, including one client that generated multiple six figures in their first year and another that closed 10 deals in the first 5 months of launching their channel.

As a sought-after speaker Levi has shared stages with Tom Ferry, Ryan Serhant, and Tony Robbins and is the host of the YouTube for Real Estate podcast. His upcoming book Passive Prospecting is the ultimate guide to closing more deals in less time.

Guest Info: Levi Lascsak
Website: https://passiveprospecting.com/

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1 hr
January 19, 2023 167. Construction And Leadership - 2023 Top Contractor School Winter Retreat Recap
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. 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 all there for each other to help each other grow in all aspects of life.

Top Contractor School Website - https://www.topcontractorschool.com/
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33 min
January 12, 2023 166. Why Real Estate Will Exceed Inflation Through Long Term Value - With Matt Picheny Of Picheny LLC
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 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 also discussed investing in today's real estate economy.

Matt is also the author of the book "Backstage Guide to Real Estate," which outlines how he became a successful real estate investor.

Guest Info: Matt Picheny
Website: https://picheny.com/
Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/Backstage-Guide-Real-Estate-Positive/dp/1737538423/
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59 min
January 05, 2023 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
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 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. After this interview, I have no doubt Sean and Trublue will be the goto handyman home service company that people trust and rely on for small projects.

Sean is a c-level franchise executive with 25 years of experience working with brands ranging from startup franchise concepts to large developed franchise systems. This level of experience provides unique insight and perspective in growing, operating, and building franchise brands. His expertise includes franchise sales, development, marketing, lead generation, digital marketing, content marketing, lead flow management, candidate journey mapping, PR, web design, SEO/SEM, CRM, franchise operations, multi-unit development, franchise compliance, training, and franchisor/franchisee relations. Currently, Fitzgerald is the President of TruBlue House Care franchise, the only national provider specializing in home maintenance and repair, both inside and outside the home, for Seniors and Busy Families.

Guest Info: Sean Fitzgerald
Website: https://trubluehousecare.com/
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1 hr 5 min
December 29, 2022 164. Setting Big Goals To Benefit Your Business And Client Experience
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 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 your year.

Let's set big goals for 2023 and dominate.

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24 min
December 22, 2022 163. Why Good Communicators Are The Wealthiest Real Estate Investors - With Steve Rozenberg Pilot and Real Estate Investor
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 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 past decade Steve has helped hundreds of business owners generate tens of millions of dollars in dozens of industries from tech companies to plumbing and roofing contractors.

He’s also flipped, owned, and wholesaled hundreds of single family homes and apartment complexes.

As the host of the ‘High Stakes’ podcast, Steve has interviewed major influencers and as an international speaker, he’s shared the stage with Ed Mylett, Brad Lee, Jordan Belfort, and James Lawrence AKA “Iron Cowboy”.

When Steve isn’t flying a Boeing 777 airplane he’s applying his experience as a commercial airline pilot to help entrepreneurs take their business to their dream destination.

Guest Info: Steve Rozenberg
Website: https://steverozenberg.com/

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1 hr 6 min