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Nov 2024
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#420 - Adam Brawer, Founder of Adam Braw...

David Lee and Marina Bourderonnet
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This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Adam Brawer, Founder of Adam Brawer Estates. The three discussed Adam’s childhood home; his early career and education; previous career as a music, film, and TV producer; transitioning from the entertainment industry to real estate agent; communicating and managing expectations with clients; gamifying real estate and bringing good energy; spiritual cleansing in real estate; and more. 

This episode is supported by Integrated Projects • Enscape Autodesk Forma & Autodesk InsightPrograma

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