From Carpentry to Commercial Development - Season 2 Episode 13: The Forte Podcast with Andre Payne

In this episode of The Forte Podcast, hosts Dominic Epps and Randall Sten welcome Andre Payne, an accomplished contractor and real estate developer. Andre shares his inspiring journey from humble beginnings in Philadelphia and Chicago to becoming a major player in Atlanta's real estate market. He discusses overcoming personal challenges, embracing opportunities during a stint in jail, and taking calculated risks in both residential and commercial construction. Andre's story is a testament to perseverance, highlighting his transition from learning carpentry to spearheading a 29-home subdivision project. This episode is packed with valuable insights on staying consistent, adding value, and leveraging resources for long-term success.Guest & Hosts: 🎤 Guest: Andre Payne🎤 Co-host: @1domenickepps 🎤 Co-host: @randallmonfiston 00:00 Introduction and Initial Costs00:20 Meet the Hosts00:59 Special Guests and Shoutouts01:16 Real Estate Investments02:09 The Journey to Success02:28 Welcome to the Forte Podcast03:06 Live from the Construction Site04:57 Introducing Andre Payne05:17 Andre's Background and Early Career14:45 The Apprenticeship Experience16:03 First Independent Projects20:54 Starting Fresh in the South21:11 Launching the First Business22:10 The Move to Atlanta23:50 Breaking into the Commercial Space26:09 Building a Construction Business27:33 Major Accomplishments and Future Goals29:24 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs31:03 Recommended Reads for Success33:41 Future Vision and Contact Information36:00 Closing Remarks and Reflections