One of the largest events in the building industry the International Builders Show (IBS) and the Kitchen and Bath Show (KBIS) will not be happening in person this year. Instead they are switching to a virtual trade show. We discuss how the loss of in person trade shows will slow the pace of innovation in the building industry in the coming year. We appreciate our sponsors Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin and Build Book ! Thanks for listening and please feel free to reach out www.homebuilding...
Jan 08, 2021•14 min
2021 is here and it is expected to be a strong year for new home construction. But not everything is rosy. The uptick in building along with supply chain issues and lingering effects from the pandemic are going to cause pauses and delays in building construction. Find out more why this is happening on this episode. We appreciate our sponsors Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin and Build Book ! Thanks for listening and please feel free to reach out www.homebuildinghero.com Twitter: @building_her...
Jan 06, 2021•12 min
Winter is here and one of the most common frustrations with homeowners is seeing condensation or frost occur on your windows. We discuss why this happens, and some tips to reduce this occurrence from your home. We appreciate our sponsors Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin and Build Book ! Thanks for listening and please feel free to reach out www.homebuildinghero.com Twitter: @building_hero Facebook: www.facebook.com/homebuildinghero Instagram: @homebuildinghero Or email us: homebuildinghero@y...
Jan 04, 2021•16 min
We discuss a study of the fastest shrinking cities in the USA and some of the reasons why people are exiting. We appreciate our sponsors Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin and Build Book ! Thanks for listening and please feel free to reach out www.homebuildinghero.com Twitter: @building_hero Facebook: www.facebook.com/homebuildinghero Instagram: @homebuildinghero Or email us: homebuildinghero@yahoo.com...
Dec 30, 2020•24 min
The 2020 Housing Market was a roller coaster rider this year. We discuss some interesting statistics for the year as and look back at how the year shook out for home building and Real Estate.
Dec 28, 2020•19 min
Join us for another fun episode of the Home Building Hero Story time edition. Haylee and Katie from Belman Homes swap stories of their favorite Christmas Memories as well as their most memorable Christmas gift. From all of us at the Home Building Hero we want to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! We appreciate our sponsors Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin and Build Book ! Thanks for listening and please feel free to reach out www.homebuildinghero.com Twitter: @building_h...
Dec 23, 2020•16 min
There has been a lot happening in the building industry and on the legislative side of the industry the last few months with an election, coronavirus stimulus packages, and some movement on lumber tariffs. We discuss all these issues with the EVP of Federal Lobbying Jim Tobin and Director of intergovernmental affairs Karl Eckhart of the National Association of Home Builders. You will not want to miss this episode of the Home Building Hero. For more infomration on the: National Association of Hom...
Dec 18, 2020•41 min
David Belman, host of the Home Building Hero gives a year in review on the podcast. We look back at some of our previous guests and reflect back on an amazing year of growth for the Podcast. Most importantly we thank the listeners of the show for your continued support! We appreciate our sponsors Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin and Build Book ! Thanks for listening and please feel free to reach out www.homebuildinghero.com Twitter: @building_hero Facebook: www.facebook.com/homebuildinghero ...
Dec 15, 2020•22 min
A tale of two halves. That is the story for housing in 2020. We talk with Danushka Nanayakkar a Forcasting Analyst from the National Association of Home Builders about the dramatic turnaround for housing in 2020 and also where housing is likely heading in 2021. In this information packed podcast we also talk about some emerging trends for home construction and the data behind it including inventory levels, buyers needs for additional space, boomers staying in their homes longer and millennials n...
Dec 11, 2020•40 min
The average family moves about every 8 1/2 years. While many people will stay in their homes for decades others move more often and for a variety of reasons. We discuss some of the key motivators for why people are moving. We talk about personal reasons, economic reasons, and other outside factors that motivate people to buy or build a home. We appreciate our sponsors Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin and Build Book ! Thanks for listening and please feel free to reach out www.homebuildinghero...
Dec 09, 2020•14 min
Getting serious about building a new home? One of the more important exercises when planning out your home is to look at features you may want in your next home that you can't live without, and also the features in your home that may be very difficult to change later. Sometimes for a few dollars extra a month you can avoid long term regret by including these features. In this episode we give you our list of 8 features you cannot go back and change on your new home without a ton of expense and wo...
Dec 07, 2020•23 min
Chief Economist and thought leader Ali Wolf from Zonda joins us today on the Home Building Hero! Not only is Ali well traveled once serving as economic researcher for the UK Parliament and the Canadian Parliament. Ali shares her thoughts and research on the housing industry throughout the country. Today we dive into tons of topics including housing affordability, suburban shift, impact of the election, and what the outlook for housing will look like in 2021. Ali Wolf linkedin.com/in/allisonmwolf...
Dec 02, 2020•41 min
Are you a veteran? First off thank you for your service, you are the true heroes in the country! Good news for you is there are several programs available for you when you purchase your next home to make the transition a bit easier. Find out more on our latest podcast.
Nov 30, 2020•10 min
Today we explore a study of existing homes and what people will pay more money for in their homes. This provides good insight as to what people truly value. No matter if you are a home seller or you are looking to purchase a home these are keen insights to help you make sure you look for homes with these higher value features. We appreciate our sponsors Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin and Build Book! Thanks for listening and please feel free to reach out www.homebuildinghero.com Twitter: @b...
Nov 23, 2020•19 min
If you are planning on buying a home before you sign all the paperwork you should know all the costs you might incur from the transaction. We discuss all the hidden fees so you don't miss anything and find yourself in financial peril! Thanks to our studio sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin and Build Book for their support of our program. Engage with us here: Website Twitter: @building_hero Facebook: facebook.com/homebuildinghero Instagram: @HomeBuildingHero...
Nov 19, 2020•10 min
Going to finish your basement but those pesky beams are ruining your plans? We give you several great options to disguise them in your home. You may not move them but you sure can hide them with some clever designs or architectural details. Thank you to our studio sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin! and Build Book for their support of the program. ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BUILDING HERO!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram: @homebuildinghero ▶️ Facebook: fac...
Nov 17, 2020•11 min
There is always debate as to what a home is really worth. Many times consumers do not really know and they base their values on bad data or false premises. We talk through two a home is really valued and what is the best source of information. Thank you to our studio sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin! and Build Book for their support of the program. ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BUILDING HERO!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram: @homebuildinghero ▶️ Facebook: ...
Nov 13, 2020•14 min
Design details, small mistakes, and lack of awareness by homeowners can add up to moisture issues in a home. These moisture issues if unchecked can turn in to mold. This in turn can lead to serious health consequences. Many of these things can be avoided or remedied with simple actions early on. Featuring LEED architect and mold expert Cheryl Ciecko who has first hand experience living with health issues as a result of mold. To learn more about Cheryl and her seminars visit her website: https://...
Nov 09, 2020•41 min
Okay a lot of people like watching HGTV. We get it! Unfortunately the programming creates a ton false expectations in the industry. From expectations about timing, pricing, roles and more people's expectations are shaped by what they have seen on TV. We explain the top fallacies that are created from some of these shows and how they affect the building industry. Most importantly just remember, shows like these are entertainment first, not documentaries. Now go back and keep watching! 📺 Thank yo...
Nov 06, 2020•21 min
If you are planning on buying a home no matter if it is new or used understanding the key components of the offer to purchase are critical if you want to land your dream home. If you are on the selling end you should also understand some of the key features of the Offer to Purchase so that you don't get stuck in a difficult situation. Thank you to our studio sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin! and Build Book for their support of the program. ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BUILDING HERO!! ▶️ www....
Nov 04, 2020•20 min
"Be the builder of choice". We are talking technology in the building process and finding the right trades with Felix Vasquez of Hyphen Solutions. Felix developed technology for one of the largest builders in the United States and has some amazing insight to share. Thank you to our special guest Felix Vasquez of Hyphen Solutions Thank you to our studio sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin for their support of the program. ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BUILDING HERO!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶...
Nov 02, 2020•33 min
If you are planning on selling your home or buying a home, no matter if it is new or used it is important for you to understand what and how Bump Clauses and Sold Subject-to transactions can factor into the purchase process of your home. This can be a confusing topic and we are glad to be able to break it down for you so you can understand on the program. Thank you to our studio sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin! and Build Book for their support of the program. ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BU...
Oct 30, 2020•10 min
Is there an industry filled with more jargon than the financial industry? Perhaps but it does make it challenging for home buyers to understand everything they are dealing with. Learn some of the key terms and what they really mean so you can go into your new home purchase confidant! Thank you to our studio sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin! and Build Book for their support of the program. ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BUILDING HERO!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ I...
Oct 28, 2020•22 min
While many people struggle to afford a new home, there are also those that struggle to keep up with the costs of owning a home. The common phrase is "House Poor". Are you struggling to make it each month or are you planning on buying a home and don't want to end up house poor? Then make sure to tune in to learn our 7 tips to avoid being house poor. Thank you to our studio sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin! and Build Book for their support of the program. ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BUILDING ...
Oct 26, 2020•23 min
These days more and more people need to work from home and telecommute. The good news is that there are lots of ways to integrate a home office into a new home build without destroying your budget. We have some great ideas for smaller rooms that will help you get the job done. Thank you to our studio sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin! and Build Book for their support of the program. ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BUILDING HERO!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagra...
Oct 22, 2020•13 min
Your pet is part of your family and you want to make your home life and theirs as good as can be. We discuss some changes and modifications to the home to make it as pet friendly as possible. Thank you to our studio sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin! ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BUILDING HERO!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram: @homebuildinghero ▶️ Facebook: facebook.com/homebuildinghero ▶️ Email: homebuildinghero@yahoo.com...
Oct 20, 2020•17 min
Not going out much? Time to take the party to your own home. Create an amazing home bar in your home with some helpful tips from the Home Building Hero! Thank you to our studio sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin! ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BUILDING HERO!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram: @homebuildinghero ▶️ Facebook: facebook.com/homebuildinghero ▶️ Email: homebuildinghero@yahoo.com...
Oct 16, 2020•18 min
Natural light is very important to home buyers. We discuss key ways to increase the level of sunlight in your new home to make sure it is bright and cheery. Thank you to our studio sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin! ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BUILDING HERO!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram: @homebuildinghero ▶️ Facebook: facebook.com/homebuildinghero ▶️ Email: homebuildinghero@yahoo.com...
Oct 14, 2020•13 min
Are you planning on building a new home? Before you get too far make sure you look into they different types of insulation that can go into your home. Upgrading your insulation can not only save you a lot of money on your heating and cooling bills but going with spray foam insulation can have some ancillary benefits. We discuss all those and more on our latest episode. Thank you to our studio sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin! ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BUILDING HERO!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghe...
Oct 12, 2020•13 min
Are you considering finishing your lower level in the near future? There are many advantages and also disadvantages of doing that. We talk through all the key considerations to help you make the best decision. Thank you to our studio sponsor Pella Windows and Doors of Wisconsin! ENGAGE WITH THE HOME BUILDING HERO!! ▶️ www.homebuildinghero.com ▶️ Twitter: @building_hero ▶️ Instagram: @homebuildinghero ▶️ Facebook: facebook.com/homebuildinghero ▶️ Email: homebuildinghero@yahoo.com...
Oct 07, 2020•16 min
