In this podcast episode, we welcome back Nick Schiffer from NS Builders who shares a personal story of losing a project because a client felt he was “too public,” prompting him to implement strategies that offer clients more privacy. This prompts a discussion that dives into the tension between public visibility and client privacy in the construction and development industry. The group discusses how branding, experience, and innovation play into securing high-end projects, especially for younger...
Jul 16, 2025•53 min•Ep. 105
In this episode, the guys dive into the value and challenges of using social media as a tool for real estate developers and business owners. They explore platforms like LinkedIn and Instagram for networking, marketing, and building trust with clients, subcontractors, and investors. While acknowledging the time commitment, creative fatigue, and risks—such as public scrutiny or attracting critics—they highlight the strong return on investment, especially in terms of visibility and credibility. The...
Jul 09, 2025•19 min•Ep. 104
In this episode, Marc discusses his preparation for a talk at Northeastern University by reflecting on his path into real estate development. The guys then discuss the importance of patience, gaining hands-on experience, and building specialized knowledge before trying to lead large projects. Key topics include how to raise capital, assemble a reliable team, and creatively enter the market through strategies like house hacking or using first-time homebuyer programs. The episode emphasizes respon...
Jul 02, 2025•27 min•Ep. 103
In this episode of the Real Estate Addicts podcast, the hosts are joined by real estate agent Sam Reifman-Packett, who discusses his journey from aspiring musician to top-producing agent in Boston. Sam shares how he leveraged social media—particularly Instagram—to authentically connect with clients and grow his business, eventually generating millions in sales annually. The conversation also delves into challenges with new construction, the importance of agent experience in shifting markets, and...
Jun 25, 2025•44 min•Ep. 102
What do you do when a neighbor claims you built on their property? In this episode, the guys talk about problem solving and issues that may arise throughout the development process. They then jump into a quick update on the current state of the market and finally touch on accessory dwelling units.
Jun 05, 2025•22 min•Ep. 101
We finally made it to our 100th episode! In this episode, we chat about managing a project, what it takes to successfully manage and project, things to avoid and things that we have learned along the way. We want to thank everyone who has listened to this podcast over the last few years. We really enjoy making this content and hopefully it has provided a little value in whatever business you are in.
May 21, 2025•25 min•Ep. 100
It's been tough out there. The guys try to unpack what's been going on with the real estate market and what they have heard and experienced over the last 6-12 months.
May 08, 2025•22 min•Ep. 99
In this episode, the guys talk technology. How it's affecting the real estate industry, what new products are being installed in projects and how the guys are using technology in their day to day business. Plus, Marc talks about what cool products he saw during his trip to the international builders show in Vegas.
Apr 23, 2025•26 min•Ep. 98
The guys open up on this episode and talk about juggling their own personal relationships with running a business. How owning your own business affects your personal life and what they are doing to try and juggle a good work/life balance.
Apr 10, 2025•21 min•Ep. 97
In this episode, the guys talk all about scheduling. When to buy things out, how to keep a project on track, and what has and hasn't worked for them in the past. If you are looking to work on improving your jobsite scheduling then this is an episode you don't want to miss.
Apr 03, 2025•20 min•Ep. 96
Change orders are always an uncomfortable conversation when they happen. In this episode, the guys give examples of change orders that have come up during their projects, how to handle them, the give and take between owner, GC and subcontractor and how to ultimately try and avoid them altogether.
Mar 19, 2025•22 min•Ep. 95
After an almost a year long hiatus Dan, Ray and Marc are back chatting about what they have been up to and taking a deeper dive on what it takes to build a larger development.
Mar 12, 2025•34 min•Ep. 94
Join us as we talk shop with our friends Tom and JD and how they have built a super successful real estate development and construction companies. We also talk about how JD has transitioned into the commercial real estate market recently and how Tom has started Build Boston, a group for real estate professionals that strives to help educate folks to build better in the Boston area. This is an awesome episode that can't be missed.
Apr 30, 2024•45 min•Ep. 93
Join us in the studio as we host Eric Doroski and Nitzan Mokady from Zanzibar Capital as we discuss how they got into real estate at such a young age, what they have been able to accomplish in such a short amount of time and what they have planned for the future. This is a great episode for anyone looking to jump into development out of school.
Apr 19, 2024•44 min•Ep. 92
Final Offer is looking to change the way we buy and sell residential real estate. Join us as we sit down with Kevin Caulfield and Tim Quirk who explain how Final Offer works and what makes it better than going through the traditional buying and selling process. If you are interested in seeing Final Offer in action, check out the website: https://www.finaloffer.com
Aug 01, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 91
Ever wonder who does the most residential loan volume in the entire country? Well, in this episode we are joined by Shant Banosian from Guaranteed Rate who talks to us about the current state of the mortgage industry, where he thinks rates are headed, how he got started in the mortgage business and how he scaled his team to the powerhouse it is today. This is an episode you won't want to miss.
May 24, 2023•49 min•Ep. 90
Oleg joined us in the studio to talk about his real estate investing business and how he transitioned from owning taxi cab medallions to investing in real estate.
May 23, 2023•42 min•Ep. 89
The Grossmans are back in the studio to talk about their investment side of the business, their take on the market and a little bit of history. It was a great conversation so listen in and let us know what you think!
Apr 11, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 88
Axel purchased his first multifamily as a sophomore in college and since then has built a portfolio of over $25M in multifamily real estate. What makes Axel unique, is that he focuses on direct to seller marketing to source the majority of his deals. This strategy isn't new, but it isn't typically used in larger multifamily acquisitions. Join us as we discuss how Axel got started, how he got to where he is today and some of the pain points along the way. If you are interested in learning more ab...
Feb 14, 2023•58 min•Ep. 87
Brothers Tom and Mike Greeley started their real estate careers renting apartments to classmates at Boston College and have worked to become a powerhouse team in the Capital Markets group at Newmark. We get their perspective on the market, how things have changed since Covid and where they think things are headed. If you are interested in learning more about the Corey Griffin foundation, please visit: https://www.coreycgriffinfoundation.org Check out Mike and Tom's podcast: https://good-dirt.cap...
Jan 24, 2023•55 min•Ep. 86
Buckle up, because today we are joined by the one and only Jeff Bowen and Mikael Vienneau from Broadway Capital. Jeff talks about his early days in real estate and how he has transitioned to selling larger multi family developments. Mikael talks about his transition from buying triple deckers in and around Chelsea to large adaptive re-use projects. Also, if Joe Rogan or Ryan Serhant listens to this unbelievably popular podcast, we would love to have you both on.
Dec 05, 2022•52 min•Ep. 85
From flipping small single families, developing large multifamily housing, having an in house brokerage and sending thousands of letters to potential sellers a month the guys at Whiteacre Properties are doing it all. Come learn how Enis and Joni have built an amazing business, how they have started, how they have scaled and much much more.
Oct 11, 2022•44 min•Ep. 84
Brian Vizaretta educates the guys on the latest and greatest construction tech and talks about how he has leveraged technology in his previous role at Consigli Construction and how he is currently deploying it with StructionSite. We also talk about how Brian and Marc met during Covid. Podcast Sponsor: First Boston Capital Partners www.grossmanco.com/private-lending/ Trusted partner & private lender providing loans to builders, developers and real estate investors in MA, CT, RI, NH & NY....
Sep 08, 2022•36 min•Ep. 84
It’s been about 3 years since we checked in with our good friend Ricky Beliveau and a lot has changed at Volnay Capital. We discuss the transition from smaller scale multi-family residential to developing much larger 100+ unit buildings and where we see the real estate market going. Podcast Sponsor: First Boston Capital Partners www.grossmanco.com/private-lending/ Trusted partner & private lender providing loans to builders, developers and real estate investors in MA, CT, RI, NH & NY....
Jul 20, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 83
In this episode we are joined by Jesse Kanson-Benanav, Executive Director of & Jonathan Berk, Board member of Abundant Housing Massachusetts. Massachusetts has a severe housing shortage. We aren’t building enough homes to keep pace with demand, especially near jobs and transit. In this episode we discus how Abundant Housing MA is working to foster policies and take local action to: Create More housing near transit and jobs Reform of exclusionary zoning rules Institute Sustainable development...
Jul 05, 2022•47 min•Ep. 82
In this episode we are joined by our friends Dave Matteo & Dave Winick who founded Cedarwood Development, a private real estate development and investment company specializing in condominium and apartment buildings back in 2005. The guys share the story of how they’ve grown their business from building decks over the summer in college to a large, successful full-service real estate development business with an extensive portfolio all over greater Boston. Thank you as always for rating and re...
Jun 07, 2022•50 min•Ep. 81
This week are extremely excited to be joined by Matthew Martin, Snr. Urban Designer at the Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA). In this episode Matthew provides incredibly helpful insights that he’s gained over his 20+ years in urban design at the BPDA. The conversation is wide ranging and interesting throughout. Some of the topics discussed are highlighted below: Podcast Sponsor: First Boston Capital Partners www.grossmanco.com/private-lending/ Trusted partner & private lender pro...
Apr 12, 2022•45 min•Ep. 80
This week are joined by construction attorney, Bradley Croft, President and Chair of Litigation Department at Ruberto, Israel & Weiner, P.C. Attny. Croft has built a successful practice representing architects, contractors, sub-contractors and developers. The conversation was wide ranging and full of important concepts and insights that every contractor and developer should understand. Some of the topics we touched on include, the fundamentals of construction contracts as well as specific te...
Mar 24, 2022•51 min•Ep. 79
This week we are thrilled to be joined by Mark Erlich. Mark retired as Executive Secretary-Treasurer (EST) of the New England Regional Council of Carpenters (NERCC) in 2017 and is now a fellow at the Harvard Labor and Worklife Program. As a member of Carpenters Local 40 since 1975, he worked at his craft as an apprentice, journeyman, foreman, and superintendent. He continues to serve as a member on the Boston Zoning Board of Appeals, MassINC board, and the Federal Reserve Advisory Council. The c...
Feb 22, 2022•44 min•Ep. 78
In this episode the guys take a deep dive into detail on interior finishes. We hit on product selection, approach, schedule, cost and potential pitfalls of taking your building from completion of rough MEP's & insulation all the way through Certificate of Occupancy. Blueboard plaster vs. Tape & Mudd? Building showers - how best to waterproof, drain options, curb vs. curbless? Finish carpentry - baseboards, kitchens? Wood floors - nail vs glue? Pre-finished engineered vs traditional? Fini...
Feb 11, 2022•42 min•Ep. 77
