Builders, Budgets, and Beers
The Builders, Budgets, and Beers Podcast is on a mission to make project financials less intimidating for commercial and residential builders. We aim to give builders the confidence to take control of their business’ cash flow by bringing on relatable guests who share real stories of financial wins and losses from their journeys in the building industry.
Produced by the team at Adaptive, this podcast is here to help builders build smarter—one budget, one story and one beer at a time.
Episodes
32 episodes
How to scale from 15 homes to 150 homes with Thomas Joseph, Joseph Design Build
Thomas Joseph, co-founder of Joseph Design Build, joins Reece to talk about moving from high-end custom infill homes to building at scale—with intention. He walks through how getting out of the “just wing it” mindset and leaning into systems, n...
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48:36
How to Actually Make Money in Construction with Will King
Custom builder Will King of High Cotton Homes shares hard-earned lessons on how to actually make money in construction. From markup vs. margin to pre-con agreements and spotting bad clients early, this episode is packed with real talk and tacti...
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52:19
From DIY to $3M: What Builders Learn the Hard Way with Garrett Goldsberry
Garrett “Goldsy” Goldsberry joins Reece Barnes to share how he and his wife left cushy jobs, started Salt Creek Homes from scratch, and grew it to a thriving remodel and new construction business. He walks through the overlooked pain points of ...
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50:40
When Your Systems Don’t Match Your Strategy with Dirk van der Velde
Dirk van der Velde, co-founder of Momenta, opens up about the early missteps in aligning business structure with execution—and how tightening operations led to meaningful gains. From auditing underused software to designing a high-output team c...
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42:17
Bringing Commercial Precision to Custom Home Building with Julian Miller
Julian Miller, Director of Operations at NS Builders, shares how his experience in commercial construction built the foundation for his process-driven approach in high-end residential work. From implementing operational systems to maintaining c...
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32:57
The Most Common (and Costly) Mistakes Builders Make with Melissa Leediker
Melissa Leediker, Founder of Turquant Builder Services, LLC, discusses the most common and costly errors in construction accounting, focusing on job costing, cost coding, and duplicate payments. She emphasizes the importance of implementing con...
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34:57
How Multi-Entity Builders Stay on Top of Every Dollar with Shayne Glass
Shayne Glass, CPA Controller for Shrock Companies, shares his insights on Shrock’s sophisticated approach to managing multiple business entities by maintaining financial independence while sharing resources across construction, prefabrication, ...
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48:54
Rebuilding After Helene with Noi Calhoun
Noi Calhoun, from JAG Construction, shares the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on Asheville, North Carolina, detailing the community's struggle and resilience. The conversation explores the challenges of rebuilding, the loss of infrastru...
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34:16
Insights From a Top Construction CPA with Dorrie Franzello-Kurtz
This week, Dorrie Franzello-Kurtz, CPA at YHB | CPAs &Consultants, discusses the critical importance of accurate job costing, real-time financial reporting, and strategic financial management for construction companies. She emphasizes the n...
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49:12
COPE-ing with Overhead and Cost Codes with Michael Anschel
In this episode Michael Anschel, Principal at OA Design+Build +Architecture, discusses the COPE (Cost of Project Execution) method, which helps builders gain better visibility into their overhead and project costs. The guests emphasize the impo...
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47:27
"It Is What It Is" with Ryan Hanson
Ryan Hanson, Partner at Sustainable 9 Design + Build, discusses the benefits of a cost plus pricing model, highlighting the transparency it provides to clients and the ability to better manage risks associated with material price fluctuations a...
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57:06
Bonding and Tight Financials for Construction Businesses with Shayne Glass
Shayne Glass, CPA Controller for Shrock Companies, discusses the critical role of bonding and maintaining tight financial processes for construction companies, particularly those looking to take on larger projects and grow their business. The d...
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40:57
Staying on Top of Construction Financials with Tim Savre
Tim Savre, Controller for NS Builders, discusses the importance of construction businesses tracking their finances consistently throughout the year, rather than just focusing on tax preparation at the end of the year. The conversation covers th...
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39:30
The Role and Importance of CFOs with Mark Phillips
In this episode, Mark Phillips, CFO of V Fine Homes, shares his perspective on the distinct roles and responsibilities of bookkeepers, controllers, and CFOs in construction companies, highlighting the importance of having the right financial ma...
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40:23
Streamlining Cash Flow Management with Al Hamed
The conversation with Hamed Homes explores the challenges and solutions they have faced in tracking cash flow, managing bills, receipts, budgets, and vendor compliance. The team discusses their transition from a manual process to utilizing Adap...
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51:32
Aligning Back Office and Field for Growth with Tonya Schulte
Tonya Schulte, Founder of The Profit Constructors, discusses the importance of synergy between the back office and field operations in construction companies. She outlines her 90-Day Remodel service, which aims to provide construction companies...
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39:26
Navigating the Speculative Building Process with Amanda Trevino and Scott Turner
Experienced real estate professionals, Amanda Trevino and Scott Turner, provide a comprehensive overview of the key considerations and strategies involved in successfully executing a speculative building project, from evaluating the right marke...
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34:55
Leveraging Technology to Optimize Operations with Dominick Thompson
Dominick Thompson, a general contractor from Charlotte, North Carolina, discusses his unique background, financial management strategies, and the benefits of adopting technology to streamline his construction business. The conversation covers t...
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40:41
Embracing Technology for Construction Recruiting with Paul Sanneman
Paul Sanneman, President of Contractor Staffing Source, discusses how AI and technology are disrupting the construction industry, emphasizing the importance of embracing these advancements to stay competitive in areas like recruiting, marketing...
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36:25
The Competitive Advantage of Effective Back Office Management with Levi Joseph
This conversation with Levi Joseph, Director of Operations at Ladisic Fine Homes, explores how a well-executed back office can provide a significant competitive advantage for construction companies, particularly in areas like accounts receivabl...
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44:42
Knowing Your Numbers for the Business Side of Construction with Chris Atwood
Chris Atwood, co-owner of Otter Creek Homes, shares his insights on the challenges builders face in running the business side of their construction companies. He emphasizes the importance of having a clear vision, understanding unit economics, ...
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55:49
Insights from an Experienced Infill Spec Builder with Scott Turner
Experienced infill home builder, Scott Turner, owner of Riverside Homes, shares his insights on the benefits, challenges, and strategies for successfully transitioning from custom building to speculative building in the competitive Austin, Texa...
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47:59
Mastering the Finances of Custom Home Building with Nathan Marsala
Nathan Marsala, founder of The Bison Group, joins Matt and Reece to discuss the critical importance of document control, subcontractor management, and effective communication in successfully managing project financials. He shares valuable insig...
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56:02
Leveraging Purchase Orders to Streamline Custom Home Building with Tyler Brabec
Tyler Brabec shares the importance of purchase orders in the custom home building industry, highlighting how they can help builders manage costs, mitigate risks, and improve project outcomes. The discussion also covers various aspects of purcha...
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57:09
Four Stages of Financial Maturity in Construction with Luke Holcomb
Luke Holcomb shares the four stages of financial maturity in construction businesses, from the groundwork stage focused on project-level finances to the strategic mastery stage where companies prioritize long-term value and balance sheet optimi...
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