The Real Build

By Bill Reiman | @ImBillReiman

The Real Build is about building a better culture, leaders, visionaries, and community to better serve the client.

I am your host Bill Reiman, Your Broker Builder. I'm here to showcase real business... more

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August 03, 2022 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
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 maintenance and managing finances. With over a decade of experience working with tech companies and the real estate industry, David now successfully makes owning investment property effortless and profitable.

David was also the Founder and CEO of Boston Logic, a leading provider of real estate brokerage software now known as Propertybase. After selling Boston Logic in 2016, David Co-Founded Knox Financial in 2018 while remaining active on the Boston Logic board.

David graduated with a MSME and BSME in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University. As someone incredibly skilled in starting and scaling several companies from idea to profitability, he has a lot to say about property investing, wealth generation, and mortgages. Hosts and listeners will love his tips and insights on getting the Knox edge on owning and profiting from one's home as a smart financial asset. He can't wait to get booked on your show!
Guest Info:
Host Info
David's Website: https://knoxfinancial.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidgfriedman/
Email: [email protected]
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56min
July 27, 2022 148. Engineering, Construction Tech, And The Innovation Of An Old Industry - With Dillon Mitchell Owner Of Kowabunga Studios
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 documents to them means they do the heavy lifting. Giving you a project with all the components in it. Coordinated. Ready for circuiting and final coordination with the owner. Keeping your team involved in the project without the time commitment.

Dillon and I discussed the importance of engineering, software automation in the construction industry, creating less stress in the industry, and the long-term vision of automation in construction.
Guest Info:
https://www.kowabungastudios.com
Letter delivered to your door every month
https://www.kowabungastudios.com/constructionletter
Contact directly
[email protected]
Be Social
https://www.instagram.com/dillonAMitchell/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dillon-mitchell-kowabungastudios/

Host Info
Email: [email protected]
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1h 7min
July 20, 2022 147. Don't Skimp On Quality! Using The Best Materials On Every Home Siding Project - With Michael Leonetti of Mastercraft Exteriors
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 siding like Hardi Board and how it may cost a little more to use, but it will last a lot longer.

Michael Leonetti has been working on homes since he was ten years old, earning extra cash and helping his dad with the labor involved with flipping houses. A strong work ethic is in his DNA. So too is entrepreneurship.

After building a property cleanout and power washing business from the ground up, Mike expanded to property maintenance, home flipping, and ultimately to a general contractor.

Michael's Website: https://mcenj.com/
Michael's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/leonetti_24/
Host Info
Email: [email protected]
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1h 10min
July 13, 2022 146. We're Here For A Purpose On Purpose. Offering More To Serve Clients Better - With Michael McGovern Of Columbus Roofing and Construction Company
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 he will get more jobs by being more service driven rather than chasing 100 clients at a time. This is why he has branched into construction, real estate, and roofing. These services always offer his clients something, and he can always be there to take care of them. He believes we are here for a purpose on purpose and to act like every conversation you have with someone could be your last.

Michael's Website: https://columbusroofingco.com/
Michael's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/therecklessceo/
Host Info
Email: [email protected]
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51min
June 29, 2022 145. Being a Top Contractor - Top Contractor School Summer Retreat Recap
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, most notably our business.
I took so much from this retreat and formed many more friendships and close relationships with contractors. I think a big issue with contractors is they don’t like to share practices that have helped them succeed in the industry. This is a problem, and the more you come together as an industry, the better our industry will be.

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29min
June 22, 2022 144. Turning The Other Cheek When Facing Tough Situations In Construction And Real Estate
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 take the high road and not let the issues get the best of me. This is challenging, but through a lot of personal development, Ive learned that it's what I need to do. The outcome is always better.
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25min
June 15, 2022 143. Do You Have Mold In Your Home? Here's What You Should Do - With Liza Blas
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 it and ensure our families and ourselves are fully protected. Liza's kids are recovering from Lyme disease, and one of the main issues in people unable to recover is due to mold exposure. Mold is a significant driver in chronic illness in people today. Awareness is critical, especially when it comes to renovations and flipping. We discussed proper remediation and the importance of working with experienced teams and leaders in the industry. Liza was motivated to help others struggling with similar challenges. Building on real-life stories of challenges and obstacles, she brings light out of darkness, providing empathy, validation, and inspiration to parents with similar struggles. She guides followers and audiences and coaches clients from surviving to thriving.

Liza's Website: veryhappystories.com
Liza's Podcast: veryhappystories.com/podcast
Host Info
Email: [email protected]
CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
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35min
June 08, 2022142. Focus On The Overall Customer Experience And Watch Your Business Grow
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 this magic strategy? Warning, it's no overnight success potion. It's a much more long term approach to business. It's called focusing on the customer experience rather than your bottom line. What can you do from the start until the finish to make the client experience better? I did a short video on this topic and wanted to dive deeper into it.
Focus on these things to better the experience:
Communication

Walkthroughs

Quality

Detail

Cleanliness

Timelines

Expertise
Host Info
Email: [email protected]
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25min
May 25, 2022 141. Helping Contractors Get More Freedom, Control, And Money - With Andrew Houston Owner Of Profit For Contractors
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 they can take more control over their business.

Andrew got a proven track record of helping all types of trades companies, and the reason he does so well is because he's a tradesman himself. He's no longer practicing, but still proud to say he was a Certified Industrial Controls Electrician. He has not only worked in the field, but has owned his own company and sold it successfully. He started to do business coaching back in 2000 shortly after he realized how much his contracting business and personal life was at a crossroads.

Andrew is passionate about helping contractors who are going through the same chaos he once went through daily. He has spent the last decade structuring a system, that enables contractors of all types, to create a business that gives them the ability to scale the business behind them— that gives them the freedom, money, and control they deserve.

Andrews's Website: https://www.profitforcontractors.com/
Andrews's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-no-bullsh-t-podcast-for-contractors/id1504320346
Host Info
Email: [email protected]
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1h 5min
May 18, 2022 140. Perfecting The Design Build Process To #BuildBetter - With Matt Vetter President Of Schafer Construction
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 ways to improve customer experience through communication, technology, listening, and much more.

Matt, first and foremost, is a husband and a father. Outside of that, he brings more than twenty years of varied experience in the construction industry to Schafer Construction, a small but fiercely growing True Design-Build construction firm. Matt has been a serial entrepreneur in the construction industry; owning and operating everything from a residential remodeling company to a nation-wide consulting firm. As President and Owner of Schafer Construction, Matt focuses on strategic direction and overall company culture while also maintaining the firms Preconstruction needs. In addition to managing the success of the Company, Matt co-hosts The Construction Corner Podcast and champions numerous other efforts geared towards “Making the Trades Cool Again” to promote the future of the industry to not only much needed new talent, but also to those currently engaged in some form or another.

Matt's Website: https://www.schaferconstruction.net/
Matt's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattvetter/
Matt and Dillon's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-construction-corner/id1454718178

Host Info
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1h 10min

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