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Feb 2025
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#434 - Matt Risinger, Founder of the Bui...

David Lee and Marina Bourderonnet
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This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Matt Risinger, Founder of the Build Show, and CEO & Chief Builder at Risinger Build. The three discussed the LA Wildfires; disaster prevention strategies; new construction materials; how mat became a builder; hiring good builders; the importance of a stable home; convincing clients to try new products; getting better at sales; the Build Show & Risinger Build’s evolution; project NDAs; and more.

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Lessons From Two Surviving LA Fire Homes 

Episode 3 - How do I find a good builder?

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