The BuildX Podcast

Solar isn’t just about saving money — it’s about doing it right. In this episode, Buz Artiano sits down with Chris Johnson, Director of Business Development at Isaksen Solar, to break down the real story behind modern solar energy. From his early career in sales and restoration to helping lead one of New England’s most respected solar companies, Chris shares how Isaksen is reshaping the industry —...

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Absolutely — here it is rewritten and properly spaced for Spotify , with clean paragraphs, clear scannability, and the same cinematic BuildX tone. No content changed, just structured so it reads correctly on Spotify and podcast platforms . Building an ADU sounds simple — until the ground says no. In this episode of the BuildX Podcast , host Buz Artiano sits down with Greg Morse, P.E. , President o...

Great homes don’t start with blueprints — they start with conviction. In this episode of the BuildX Podcast , host Buz Artiano sits down with Christine Monaghan , Founder and Principal of Christine Monaghan Architecture + Planning , to explore a career shaped by courage, creativity, and a refusal to follow a conventional path. With over 27 years in the industry , Christine shares how she moved fro...

You've probably heard that ADUs are now legal by right across much of Massachusetts—but what does that actually mean for your lot, your family, and your budget? In this special episode of the BuildX Podcast, Buz Artiano sits down with Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll to unpack how ADUs became part of the Affordable Homes Act and how they're already changing real families' lives across...

In this episode of the BuildX Podcast , host Buz Artiano sits down with Attorney Brian E. Barreira , a Certified Elder Law Attorney with over 40 years of experience helping Massachusetts families protect their homes, savings, and dignity as they age. Brian’s path into elder law didn’t start in a courtroom. He tells the story of working at a corrupt software company, watching executives literally d...

In Episode 40 of the BuildX Podcast, host Buz Artiano sits down with mortgage expert Eric Clay, Principal of Access Capital Mortgage and a 21-year veteran who built his own brokerage while raising two kids and navigating one of the most unpredictable markets in recent history. Eric’s journey began in 2004, selling loan portfolios to giants like Washington Mutual and Countrywide before the 2008 cra...

Here you go — cleanly rewritten and properly spaced for Spotify , with warmth, clarity, and that BuildX heart intact. This will render correctly across Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms. This episode of the BuildX Podcast is something truly special — because today, the studio belongs to the kids. Host Buz Artiano welcomes Caden (11) and Elise (8) Bandini — the proud kids of BuildX Execu...

Some fires destroy a home. Others expose something worse: the illusion of being “covered.”In this BuildX Podcast case study, host Buz Artiano sits down with Jeff Sabel, President & CEO of Sabel Adjusters, a third-generation public insurance adjuster with deep experience handling complex residential and commercial claims. Together, they break down a real, high-stakes loss—no names, no addresses...

Ever wish you could walk through your dream home before it’s even built? You’re not alone — and this episode of the BuildX Podcast will show you how that’s finally possible. Host Buz Artiano sits down with Scott MacLeod and Mike Maher, co-founders of Walk Thru Plans – Greater Boston, to reveal the cutting-edge technology that’s changing how homeowners, builders, and designers plan their spaces. Yo...

Ever wonder what really goes on behind the numbers when you’re buying a home, building your wealth, or preparing for retirement? You’re not alone — and this episode of the BuildX Podcast dives deep into the financial side of building your future. Host Buz Artiano sits down with Kathleen Caddell (NMLS #39620), Senior Mortgage Consultant at Fairway Home Mortgage, and Andrew Witherow, Financial Advis...

Ever wish you could walk through your dream home before it’s even built? You’re not alone — and this episode of the BuildX Podcast will show you how that’s finally possible. Host Buz Artiano sits down with Scott MacLeod and Mike Maher, co-founders of Walk Thru Plans – Greater Boston, to reveal the cutting-edge technology that’s changing how homeowners, builders, and designers plan their spaces. Yo...

He’s seen it all — from the tunnels of the Big Dig to the boiler rooms of Cape Cod. In this episode of the BuildX Podcast, host Buz Artiano sits down with Paul Perry, the straight-shooting owner of Perry Plumbing & Heating — soon to be Perry Plumbing & HVAC. With over three decades in the trade, Paul’s story is a masterclass in resilience, craftsmanship, and old-school work ethic. From cra...

In this episode of the BuildX Podcast, host Buz Artiano sits down inside the stunning Crane Appliance showroom in Falmouth, Massachusetts — joined by Vice President Brendan Crane and Sales Consultant Bianca Brummerloh — to uncover what makes Crane Appliance more than just a retail store. This isn’t just a story about stoves and fridges. It’s a story about craftsmanship, connection, and continuity...

Creating an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) isn’t just about construction—it’s about family, finances, and the future. In this episode, elder law attorney Patrick Kelleher (Elder Law Care, Hanover MA) joins Buzz to dive deep into how estate planning, trusts, and elder law tie directly into ADUs and multigenerational living. Patrick shares his journey from Dorchester paperboy to Boston police officer...

n Episode 30, Buz sits down with Spencer Havemann, a 14-year veteran of the roofing and solar world and now an Account Executive at Siro—an AI-powered sales enablement platform that’s transforming how field teams sell in the real world. Spencer’s journey takes us from roofing supply yards and statewide solar ops to founding a sales org and finally helping contractors unlock serious ROI using AI-dr...

📖 Print isn’t dead. It just evolved. In this episode of the BuildX Podcast, Buz sits down with Stanley Blackmur, Owner of Black Rock Group Inc., Realtor with Jack Conway, and Publisher of The South Shore Magazine for over 25 years. With nearly 40 years in publishing and advertising, Stanley has seen it all—from the days of commercial printing in Portland, ME, to launching one of the most recogniz...

In Episode 28 of the BuildX Podcast, Buz sits down with Ruan M. Marinho, Founder & CEO of SplashDash.com (and creator of Develomark), joined by Paul Munko, Marketing Lead at SplashDash. With over a decade in local SEO, web automation, and agency ops, Ruan breaks down a practical system for smarter budgets, stronger creative, and faster reporting—so agencies and local businesses can stop guessi...

If you think getting a mortgage is all about interest rates—think again. In this episode of the BuildX Podcast, Buz sits down with Kathleen Caddell, a Senior Mortgage Consultant at Fairway Home Mortgage with over 21 years of experience in the financial world. She’s not your average loan officer—she’s a full-blown strategist helping families navigate credit repair, multi-generational living, divorc...

When disaster hits, who’s actually looking out for you? In Episode 26 of the BuildX Podcast, Buz sits down with Jeff Sabel, President of Sabel Adjusters and a third-generation Public Adjuster with 25+ years of experience in residential and commercial property claims. Jeff has managed claims through fires, floods, frozen pipes, and everything in between. His deep background spans restoration, disas...

In Episode 26 of the BuildX Podcast, Buz sits down with David, Owner of Smart Start Foundation Waterproofing, who shares a decade of experience protecting homes from the ground up. From grinding walls and HEPA systems to double-coat applications and drainage boards, David explains why doing the job right the first time saves homeowners tens of thousands in repairs, mold remediation, and insurance...

If you're not talking to your window rep until after framing… you're already behind. 🪟 In Episode #25 of the BuildX Podcast, Buz sits down with Chad Nicoli of Pella Windows to break down the real-world challenges of window selection, lead times, code compliance, and what builders get wrong all the time. With over a decade working with custom builders across Massachusetts, Chad shares insi...

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, con...

In this episode of the BuildX Podcast, we sit down with Cathy Martins—a driven, self-taught architectural designer who has built her career from the ground up. From hand-drafting in high school to running her own design business and landing multi-million-dollar projects, Cathy shares how she navigated the industry without a degree, the power of mentorship, and the emotional intelligence it takes t...

In this episode of the BuildX Podcast, Buz Artiano sits down with Alex Steinberg, President and Founder of JBS Home Inspections, Inc., to uncover the truth behind what really makes or breaks a home inspection in 2025.With over 25 years of experience, Alex has inspected thousands of homes across Massachusetts—and knows exactly what most buyers, builders, and even agents get wrong when it comes to i...