Real Estate with Brenda K
Welcome to Real Estate With Brenda K!
I’m Brenda K, and this podcast is all about real conversations that give you the information you need when it comes to buying, selling, building, investing, and everyday life as a homeowner here in Halifax.
We’re talking everything from mortgages, insurance, and inspections to septic systems, market trends, and the things nobody tells you until you’re already in the process.
I’ll be joined by industry professionals to help break it all down in a way that actually makes sense, whether you’re a first-time buyer, seasoned investor, future seller, or current homeowner.
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This is Real Estate With Brenda K.
Real Estate with Brenda K
Building a New Home, Custom Design & Today's Construction Market
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In this episode of Real Estate with Brenda K, Brenda sits down with Tamara Barker, President of Whitestone Building & Renovations and Realtor® with Sutton Group Professional Realty, to take listeners behind the scenes of building a new home in today's market.
From custom homes and new construction to subdivision development, building codes, energy efficiency, design trends, and the realities of today's construction industry, Tamara shares three decades of experience helping families build homes throughout Halifax. Brenda and Tamara also discuss the challenges builders face with rising costs, labour shortages, changing regulations, and why communication and customization remain key to a successful building experience.
Whether you're considering building your dream home, buying new construction, or simply curious about how the home building industry has evolved over the past 30 years, this episode is packed with practical advice and valuable insight for Halifax homeowners and buyers.
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