The Real Build

In this episode of The Real Build, I got the opportunity to sit down with Shawn Henry, the owner of Efficient Home Services in Saint Peterburg, Florida.   Shawn's company is one of the fastest-growing solar energy companies in Florida.  Efficient Home Services is ranked the #1 energy company on The Inc. 5000.  They have been featured on big networks such as Fox, ABC, CBS, and NBC. &...

In this episode of The Real Build, I was privileged to sit down with award-winning interior designer Nina Takesh.  Nina is an interior designer in Beverly Hills, California.  She has worked with many high profile clients such as Britney Spears, Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Lopez, Victoria Beckham, and many more.  She is the Co-Founder, CEO, and creative force behind the Luxury Brand Petit...

In this episode of The Real Build, I had the opportunity to sit down with my good friend Daniel Blue, the owner of Quest Education. Daniel has an inspiring story, coming from an addiction to pain killers to creating a top-notch company, shaking the financial industry. Daniel's mission with Quest Education is to educate people on retirement account options and to teach the public they are not...

Sometimes in life, things don't always go our way.  For Tyler Jack Harris, things were on a downward slope.  He had a failed marriage, he was broke, he was overweight, and had no direction.  So, what changed?  What turned Tyler's life around and took him from broke to selling over 8,000 life insurance policies in 3.5 short years?  He decided to change his life and focus on...

Unfortunately, most people don’t maintain relationships after a transaction is complete, which is one of the worst things you can do. We have built our construction company on customer service, which is one of the most significant aspects of how people view your company and your reputation.  So I'm going to dive deeper into how we have built a top reputation over the last 25 years because of...

These days your air conditioning unit is essential to a comfortable home.  Having a quality unit with proper install matters more then people think.  So many people have needs for air conditioning maintenance but unfortunately, go in blind to not knowing what products and materials matter. In this episode of The Real Build, I was privileged to sit down with Chad Aitken.  Chad is the...

Real Estate investing is one of the top ways to make money.  Unfortunately, not many people know how to invest and what steps to take.  If you learn how to invest correctly and know your numbers, you can create a lot of wealth. In this episode, I was privileged to sit down with top real estate investor Andy Dane Carter.  If you don't know who Andy is, you will soon because he is blo...

In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Matt Garabedian, the  CEO of Matt Buys Houses, which is a real estate solutions company out of Fresno, California. They are a family-owned business and focus on helping homeowners find solutions for their problems, whether they are going through a foreclosure, can’t sell their property, or need to sell their house for any reason. Matt has bee...

In this episode, I got the opportunity to go on Dillon Mitchell's podcast The Construction Corner. We discussed communication, how to increase your value and why doing the right thing matters. We also talked about my journey into the construction. We discuss topics like What do I love about building/selling homes? I love a lot of things with construction but one major thing is the design aspect mo...

In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to talk about a  topic that many businesses have to deal with regularly: how going with the lowest price isn’t always the right choice to make.  This is big in the building industry.  Many customers choose to look at the price and not pay attention to things such as reputation, quality, details, and overall features. I personally have lost...

In this episode of the Real Build, I sit down with Dan Wies of Wies Drywall and Construction. Dan is the 3rd generation of his family's drywall company, Wies Drywall and Construction Corporation. This company is a commercial wall and ceiling contractor located in St. Louis, MO founded in 1971.  The company has a tradition of service, quality, and performance.  Their goal is to treat thei...

In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Sean Bates, who is a top producing real estate agent in the Tampa area.  Sean and I dive deep into customer service and discuss how to deliver the best customer experience by targeting an overall customers goal and figuring out why that goal matters when purchasing a home. Sean N. Bates P.A. is a highly experienced business owner, entrepreneu...

In this episode of The Real Build, I interviewed a top builder out of Keller, Texas, Austen Dinger of Austen Construction.  I enjoyed interviewing Austen because he comes from a similar background as I do.  Austen grew up in the construction business working alongside his dad, the founder of Austen Construction back in 1993.  Nothing was ever handed to him and he continues to work h...

On this episode of The Real Build, I bring back past guests Damian Heim of Handmade Homes, Brad Blair of Spruce Homes, and Jake Armstrong of Revive Properties for my first ever panel discussion. We dive deeper into some of the topics we discussed in our past interviews.  We discuss topics such as design trends, builder fees, the building process, marketing, home resale tips, and so much more....

Insurance is one of the most important topics.  Not many homeowners know what to do.  Finding the best insurance coverage is critical, but finding an insurance company that supports you when disaster strikes is what people need to look for. Alissa Russo is a Florida native.  She entered the insurance industry while finishing her MBA, but left to pursue the corporate world. She reali...

In this episode of The Real Build, I talked all things real estate with Dallas, Texas Realtor Evan Stewart.   Evan is a top producing real estate agent with Compass Realty.  He is the host of The Obsessed Podcast, where he introduces you to some of the top business moguls, influencers, thought leaders, and more.  He’s also a trainer, speaker, and business coach.  The man wears...

Are you thinking about buying a home but don't know how to go about getting a loan?  Or maybe you want to get a loan for an investment property?  Are you thinking about building a new home and need funding? In this episode of The Real Build, I sit down with Rosa Madrid of Movement Mortgage, and we discuss what exactly you need to look for before getting a loan on a property. I was excite...

Are you thing about buying or selling a property?   Real estate can be one of the most significant investments in someone's lifetime.  Whether you are buying for yourself or investing in your future, making the right real estate purchase is essential.  A lot of people don't know what to do when searching for a property and unfortunately, do get proper guidance. In this episode of Th...

In this episode of The Real Build, Bill Reiman goes deeper into the process of selecting a contractor or real estate agent. Let's face it a lot of people don't know how to go about selecting a contractor or realtor.  Most go with someone they know or a referral from a friend. Bill Reiman covers what you need to look for when selecting your next contractor or real estate agent. Bill covers top...

Do you think about remodeling your property?  Are you stuck trying to figure out how to go about the remodeling process?  Are you worried about possible cost and headaches that come along with remodeling? In this episode of The Real Build, I sit down with Jake Armstrong of Revive Properties.  Jake has been involved in the remodeling business for many years and knows what customers n...

After recent storms in the state of Florida, many people had with roof leaks, and some still have tarps on their roofs waiting for insurance money or a capable contractor to repair it.  People were fighting with insurance companies, getting ripped off by contractors for repairs, and not getting the help that they needed.  It was a mess, but the problem was people didn't have the informat...

In this episode of The Real Build, I interview one of the owners of Spruce Homes, Brad Blair. Brad talks about how he and his wife Katelyn started Spruce Homes in 2016 from nothing and how flipping small projects turned into a dream of not only building fantastic custom homes but incorporating full-on start to finish design. We also spoke about the millennial buyer and what they should be looking...

In this episode of The Real Build, I talk with former United States Marine Damian Heim.   Damian Heim is Managing Owner of Handmade Homes In Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. We discuss different topics about what he does to help his customers have a better building experience.  We also discuss what people should do while looking for a home builder. Here is a little bit about Damian and his backg...

In this episode of The Real Build host Bill Reiman tells you his story and his path to becoming a real estate broker and builder.  You will learn about how Bill Reiman got to where he is in real estate and new construction today.  He talks about his life experiences growing up and the path that led him to be successful in the real estate industry. Some of the show highlights are: Bill Re...

In this episode, I introduce myself and tell you what The Real Build Podcast is all about.  Here is a summary of the show. Who am I? I'm Bill Reiman, and I am a real estate broker and builder in Marco Island FL. I have been in the construction business my whole life and worked in homes since I was a little kid. I know how they are built from the ground up. I work with my family construction b...