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Revolutionizing Housing with Steel Frame & Mag Board | Stash Cast with Keith Lewis

🏡 In this episode of Stash Cast, we sit down with Keith Lewis, founder of the Carbon Neutral Growth Fund, to explore an innovative approach to real estate development using steel frame construction and magnesium oxide board (Mag Board). Based in West Palm Beach, Florida, Keith shares how he’s disrupting the market with hurricane-proof, fire-resistant, and mold-proof housing that’s faster to build, healthier to live in, and more affordable in the long run. 🔧 Whether you're a developer, investor, or real estate enthusiast, this episode is packed with powerful insights into the future of sustainable construction.

📌 Key Takeaways:

✔️ Magnesium Oxide Board is mold-resistant, hypoallergenic, fire-rated, and doesn’t absorb moisture – ideal for high-moisture, storm-prone areas.

✔️ Steel Frame Construction allows for faster builds with less waste and higher structural integrity than wood or concrete block homes.

✔️ Cost-Efficiency: Despite a 30% markup on Mag Board due to tariffs, overall build costs remain competitive, especially considering long-term maintenance savings.

✔️ Green Building Incentives: Builders can receive up to $6,500 per unit in tax credits for energy-efficient construction.

✔️ Hurricane-Tested: These homes have endured CAT 5 storms in places like the Bahamas and Tampa without damage.

✔️ Prefab Smart Design: Panels come pre-measured with slots for plumbing and electrical, reducing time and labor costs.

🧠 INSIGHTS: The construction industry is overdue for disruption. This episode proves that with thoughtful engineering and material innovation, we can build homes that are not only resilient and sustainable—but also more cost-effective and healthier for families.