Welcome to The Real Deal where real estate meets real life! Whether you're a seasoned real estate expert, a first-time homebuyer, or simply passionate about small business stories, this podcast is for you.

In this episode, hosts Janine Igliani and Ryan Hatcher sit down with Marshall, a seasoned home builder, to discuss his journey from Rexburg, Idaho, to building custom homes in Arizona. Learn about the challenges, triumphs, and lessons Marshall has experienced along the way.

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Episode Highlights:

• [00:00:00] Introduction: Real estate meets real life.
• [00:00:20] Sponsorship: Eco Roofing - premier Arizona roofer.
• [00:00:44] Meet Marshall: Background and career journey.
• [00:01:04] Early Influences: Growing up with a father in real estate.
• [00:02:01] Career Path: From debating to construction management at BYU.
• [00:03:07] First Steps: Working at Alpine Homes and transitioning to sales.
• [00:04:14] Entrepreneurship: Starting in real estate and learning from failures.
• [00:06:09] Market Challenges: Navigating the 2008 recession.
• [00:07:45] Business Strategy: Finding a niche market and custom building on acre lots.
• [00:13:20] Customer Focus: Catering to specific needs, such as parking and multi-generational homes.
• [00:14:00] Guiding Principles: Commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
• [00:15:41] Rapid-Fire Questions: Fun insights into Marshall's favorites.

Contact Info:

• Website: Outback Custom Homes
• Email: info@outbackcustomhomes.com

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In this episode of "The Real Deal, Where Real Estate Meets Real Life," hosts Jeanine Igliani and Ryan Hatcher interview Chris Randazzo, the inventor and CEO of the Hands Free Popcorn Bucket. Chris shares his journey from a warehouse supervisor to an entrepreneur driven by a simple yet innovative idea: creating a popcorn bucket that fits into a cup holder, allowing for hands-free snacking during movies or events. The inspiration stemmed from a personal experience while trying to enjoy a movie with his wife, a cancer survivor. Despite numerous rejections and challenges, including two failed manufacturing attempts and substantial personal financial investment, Chris persevered. He now has a locally manufactured, durable plastic version of his product and dreams of landing a big order or even a spot on Shark Tank. Chris emphasizes the importance of resilience in the face of rejection and highlights his commitment to giving back, particularly to cervical cancer research and IVF treatments. The hosts express admiration for his dedication, and discuss potential markets for his product, including movie theaters and sports teams. Chris's story is one of ingenuity, perseverance, and a desire to pay forward the blessings he's received, all while pursuing his entrepreneurial dreams. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to support Chris by purchasing his innovative popcorn buckets and spreading the word #entrepreneur #entertainment #movies #realestate #arizonarealestate

In this latest episode of The Real Deal: Where Real Estate Meets Real Life, Janine goes solo and takes the spotlight to answer listener questions. Covering a wide range of topics, Janine shares personal insights, fun facts about her life, and her expert advice on real estate.

From lighthearted, just-for-fun questions to in-depth discussions about the current real estate market, this episode offers a unique opportunity to get to know Janine better and gain valuable knowledge from her experiences.

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