Builder Straight Talk Podcast
Real builders. Real stories. Real talk about what it takes to grow in this business. Builder Straight Talk is the go-to podcast for builders, remodelers, and tradespeople who want to scale their business, get projects funded, and learn from folks who’ve actually walked the job site and built something real. Hosted by Michael Krisa, each episode dives into honest conversations with builders who’ve figured out how to grow, fail forward, and keep things moving—through systems, smart money, and straight-up grit. If you're building more than just houses—if you're building a real business—this is the show for you. No suits. No filters. Just the stuff that works.
Episodes
When it comes to building homes in Florida, Michael Vitale isn’t your average story. He wasn’t born into construction. He didn’t grow up swinging a hammer. He came from the Italian military and police force—then landed in Florida, fell in love, and said yes to a challenge that would flip his life upside down.
His father-in-law offered him a c...
Volume homebuilding isn’t about speed—it’s about structure. Stephen Connor knows that better than most. As Vice President of Stephen Elliott Homes, he helps manage a high-volume residential building company doing over 300 homes a year across Georgia and the Carolinas. And he does it without sacrificing quality, control, or customer service.
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Real estate development is never a straight line—and Ramin Bassam is living proof.
From humble beginnings as a concrete subcontractor to developing high-end condominiums, and ultimately rising to become a premier general contractor trusted by some of Los Angeles' most affluent clients—Ramin's journey has been defined by craftsmanship, vision, a...
Building custom homes isn’t just Kyle Bobbitt’s business—it’s in his blood. A third-generation builder, Kyle learned the trade the hard way: carrying shingles, framing walls, and doing trim work under the guidance of his dad. But over time, he evolved the family tradition into something bigger. Today, he’s the owner and president of Kyle Bobbitt Custom Homes, leading a team that builds ...
Jose Berlanga didn’t set out to become a big name in real estate development—but that's exactly what happened. He started with a $7,500 lot and a small spec build, then scaled that single project into a high-volume inner-city operation producing over 200 homes a year.
In this episode of Builder Straight T...
If you’re serious about building homes in Arizona, this is one story worth paying attention to. Jim Lawler started in the trades at 18, got his license at 25, and built a company that’s lasted through four recessions. From custom homes in Sedona to entire subdivisions in Cottonwood and Lake Havasu, Jim has seen—and built—it all.
He started wi...
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