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BuzzHouse: Multifamily construction faces material lead time challenges and new technology advances
Feb. 1, 2022
Baker Tilly's podcast series specifically for professionals in the multifamily housing industry
COVID-19 took a hit on the construction industry, impacting labor and the supply chain. And although demand to build within the housing industry is high, labor participation rates are still low and material lead times remain long.
On this episode, we’re joined by general contractor Lowell Barron II to gather further insight on the state of the construction industry and the inside scoop on what’s happening day-to-day. Is inflation greatly affecting construction material costs? What new construction technologies should you watch out for? Listen now to find out.
Special guest
Lowell Barron II, Owner at Fyffe Construction Company and The Vantage Group
Lowell is a general contractor and the owner of Fyffe Construction, a southeast general contracting company focusing on affordable multifamily housing and commercial construction. He is also the owner of The Vantage Group, a full lifecycle real estate firm providing construction, development, management and technology services.
BuzzHouse hosts
Donald N. Bernards
Donald Bernards, principal in the real estate group with Baker Tilly, has been active in many aspects of affordable housing since 1999.
Garrick Gibson
Garrick Gibson is a principal with Baker Tilly’s development and community advisory practice. He has more than 15 years of experience, specializing in partnership tax concepts and tax incentivized real estate for development projects.
