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Amazing Insights from Walt Collins - Host of Channel 10's Buy to Build

31st July 2023 50m 40s Guest: Walt Collins

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Today we welcome special guest Walt Collins, the host of Channel 10’s Buy to Build. Listen in as Walt shares the latest home buying trends along with identifying the most popular features of display homes. Walt also provides his insight into the current state of the building industry and finishes by providing his top tips for new home (and land) buyers.

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