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“Great podcast and excellent resource. If you’re building your own house, this is a must.”
@avi1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/23/23
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“Informative, accurate, and easy to follow. You lay it out simply for those of us who are mechanically challenged”
Rockford20 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/19/23
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“I have recently been struck with the overwhelming desire to build a home for my multigenerational family, and I have wanted to give up before I started so many times. Fortunately for me I stumbled upon this podcast. Not only is there a wealth of knowledge that novice homebuyers and builders...”Read full review »
Soca 24/7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/02/23
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“Your show has really helped kick start our family home design and construction ideas! Thank you for your obvious dedication to instructing and informing those willing to learn!
Update: we are finally breaking ground and meeting with contractors! Your show has been integral to our home design...”Read full review »
Ashton and Angela via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/21/23
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“I’m sorry it has taken me this long to review and rate. I listen in my car, on my commute and then don’t remember to come here to comment.
This is a great podcast for anyone interested in learning about home building!
It is amazing how well balanced between good solid info and still fully...”Read full review »
Michael Pulsklamp via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/23
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“I love this podcast. Great information.”
hi_my_name_is_pablo via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/26/22
“Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Because of your very well researched and well informed podcast my husband and I have been able to more easily navigate this unfamiliar world of beginning our home build. You have made very complex and sometimes dull subjects come alive which allows me to listen...”Read full review »
love 2 glow via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/26/22
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“Just a few episodes in and like it. I started from episode #1 from years ago, got a long way to go.”
Prtr8r via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/28/22
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“We began designing our house last year and I have been listening and relistening to these episodes ever since. I have gotten so many ideas and learned so much practical info, terminology, and tips. By far my favorite home building podcast. All of this intel has DEMYSTIFIED our building...”Read full review »
It'sCardiG via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/29/22
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“I’ve had a semi custom house built in the past, been through two remodels of office space and built a full custom office building and never knew how much I didn’t know until listening to this podcast. What a wonderful resource! I’m going into my next custom home build much better informed and...”Read full review »
Southern MD Doc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/22
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“So happy I found this podcast. We are building our home through a general contractor, but there are still so many decisions to be made. Michelle explains all of it in easy to understand language for those of us with little background knowledge in home building.”
Jil an via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/14/22
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“I LOVE this podcast! I have learned SO much. We are currently into a huge renovation of our home that was unexpected and learning is too priority because we are doing all ourselves and this podcast has given me so much info to work alongside my husband. I cannot get enough of it and I wish it was...”Read full review »
The Patriots Farmhouse via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/24/22
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“Wow… Ok I wasn’t sure where to start. But honestly scrolling and listening to applicable shows. Super clear explanations about varying topics that as someone just getting started helps. Not only do I appreciate the time it takes to make this content. But also the stick to itness to keep the pod...”Read full review »
BackcountryCam via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/16/22
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“I’m all about empowering my clients to help them understand their homes and how the systems that they depend on work. This podcast does a better job of that then I ever could.
I’d recommend this show to anyone who wants to own a home, let alone build one.
My wife and I are getting ready to...”Read full review »
clutch carpenter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/20/22
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“I just started listening to this podcast and am going through the backlog of old episodes. The quality from the beginning is great and informative and holds strong even through the new episodes. Very informative for people just getting into buying a home, people who want to renovate their house...”Read full review »
Blaxative via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/02/22
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“This podcast is super informative and covers a wide variety of topics. I am a tradesman and i learn something from every episode. I am on episode 54 so far. Can't wait to listen to them all.”Read full review »
James 615 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/21/22
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“Gems of valuable knowledge in every episode. Thank you for taking your time do the deep research and conduct the interviews to build this great resource. The only thing that can top your podcast is a future publication summarizing all your findings, hint, hint. Put me in the waiting list. A...”Read full review »
Orlando I. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/10/22
“I listen to all kinds of podcasts and since I’m about to build a house, wondered if there were any about building tips. I can’t believe how lucky I am to find this one. I’ve binge-listened to about 75 episodes and I’ve made a running list of things I’ve learned or want to remember, organized by...”Read full review »
Younghorses via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/29/21
“Planning my retirement home/studio and this is the only podcast that always gives me practical information and encouraging guidance. Thanks!”
FranceJA via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/21
“On the note of your recording equipment , do you think home recording rooms or lighting areas will become popular in the future???
Thank you for the show and experience.”
Riker,I hardly know her via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/21
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“As a newly licensed builder, this podcast has truly opened up my understanding of construction, proper terms used in construction, and outlining important topics. Michelle, you rock!”
Brian Sodre via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/21
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“I’m not sure how I found this podcast but I’m so glad I did. My husband and I have renovated 2 kitchens, 4 bathrooms and numerous other things and our marriage holds. The biggest test is coming— we are building our aging in place house from scratch. Michelle’s really clear and very thorough...”Read full review »
Betsy DH via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/15/21
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“It’s been said over and over, but as we prepare to build a new home, this has been exactly what I needed to feel more confident and prepared! Thank you so much for your show!”
L68865357866 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/23/21
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“This podcast is exactly what I needed for the early planning stages of our build. It balances digging into the granular but important details with explaining broad concepts and the impacts that early choices can make on the final results. I’m feeling more empowered and capable of making our dream...”Read full review »
boymomtimesfive via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/01/21
“Wealth of information on a huge variety of topics related to home building. Thanks for all the time and effort dedicated to creating this podcast!”
TaraInTexas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/03/21
“The host Michelle has taken it upon herself to help all of us who want to build our own home someday by creating weekly podcasts about some aspect of building a house as an Owner Builder. She has been doing this for 5 years now. Wow! The show’s theme music is great too. There is so much content....”Read full review »
filmshooter01 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/03/21
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“This podcast is an absolute gem and has been an invaluable asset during our building adventure. It covers, in remarkable detail, design and build considerations that I never would have dreamed to think about, all delivered in a clear, concise and understandable fashion. We will definitely end up...”Read full review »
Jay and Margaret via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/10/21
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“This is a dream podcast for me. I’m a licensed architect who has worked for 25+ years in non-residential design and construction. We’ve bought a lot and now I’m designing our dream home. Michelle does an amazing, I mean AMAZING!! job researching, organizing and delivering this information. I am...”Read full review »
JulesArch via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/26/21
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“Excellent podcast! She is clear, concise, and cheery! It’s so nice to hear an easy going podcast that provides relevant and helpful information. Keep up the great work!”
Joanna184 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/24/21
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“The host gives the details you need to not forget items you’d like to have. Good to know BEFORE you built your house.”
MRodColoradoEntrepreneur via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/09/21
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“Muchas gracias por la programa.”
Rodrigo19841986 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/23/21
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“A few months ago I started doing research on building my family’s dream home, and this podcast was one of the first resources I found. It is excellent. Each episode is different, I love how they jump between info on materiality, design trends, how to work with the different professionals you’ll...”Read full review »
Dbdbdbdb2222 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/21
“Michelle has done her homework on home building and is unselfishly sharing through this podcast. This is the best resource for anyone looking to build whether you want to use a builder or not. Highly recommend!”
_purple__girl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/26/21
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“Love Michelle’s soothing voice and all her great tips. She really does her research and I have leaned so much for building our forever dream home. Thank you for your podcast!”
LadyTracy5 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/14/21
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“Michelle Nelson is totally direct and to the point with her House Building and Projects 101. She just inspires confidence that you can get these topics and make them happen to fit your specific needs.”
Kind Consumer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/11/21
“I listen to many podcasts but Michelle’s BYHYU give the most practical advice and research. This must be a labor of love since I can only imagine how much time it takes to prepare for these podcast. This is the best podcast info on building your home.”
Lee J via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/09/21
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“I had been searching for a one-stop-shop that would educate me on all the ins and outs of building our home. I had just resorted to the impossibility of something extravagant like that existing and then I found THIS! I couldn’t have dreamed up a better home building resource than BYHYU. Happy and...”Read full review »
russ9495 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/21/21
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“Michelle has achieved the impressive feat of being fun to listen to, and imparting tons of info. Thank you!!”
Ec7508 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/15/21
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“My wife and I are building our own home with the help of a consultant. This podcast is literally “what we needed!” I listen to it daily and religiously. Highly recommended and highly informative!”
Captain sly via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/13/21
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“This podcast is an excellent resource as we plan our “barndominium” build. It helps us consider many details we might otherwise overlook. Thanks Michelle for this excellent resource. Always concise & informative!”
NJSels via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/21
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“Last summer, we remodeled both bathrooms. Fortunately, I had already listened to a few of these podcasts. Michelle’s approach helped us collaborate with our contractors, designers,And vendors. Now we are moving onto other projects, so we are listening to all of her podcasts in chronological...”Read full review »
Surfer one via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/31/20
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“We are preparing to build our dream home next year and stumbled upon this podcast about a year ago. It has been amazing inhelping us learn all the things we didn't know we didn't know. Plumbing, electrical, decorating, energy efficiency...she covers it all in a thorough and easy to...”Read full review »
homegrown95 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/12/20
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“Michelle must be an educator at heart! She starts each mini-lesson with a vocabulary word, which she breaks down. Learners hear the pro term again later in the lesson. At the end she even does a quiz. I’m on Episode 40 at this point and I have learned so much. Starting my knowledge at basically...”Read full review »
@drawn.outside via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/15/20
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“I’m very glad to have found this podcast - I just wish I’d found it sooner! My favorite episodes are the ones where Michelle talks about her own project. It’s so interesting to hear honest discussion of the bumps along the road and how you’ve overcome them.”
Lawyerchick00 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/07/20
“I found your podcast while planning to build our dream house. With many questions and doubts in our minds if we can build our dream house without a GC your voice/podcast guide us to make wise choices. Thank you very much. More power.”
Bethrosi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/30/20
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inter40 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/22/20
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“This podcast is amazing- I am learning so much! The sound quality is incredible, and the host is not only a wealth of information, but relatable and has a great voice. Can’t wait to apply what I learn to my own build!”
planhanery via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/20/20
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“My favorite episodes are the ones where Michelle chooses a topic, such as windows or counters, and walks through each from low to high price point and the pros and cons of each. I feel like I’ve learned so much practical information that will help me do more effective research and understand more...”Read full review »
TX Susie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/20
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