Plan Forward Podcast Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:12:18 -0500 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2458810 en-us © 2026 Plan Forward Podcast yes 28d57ce1-c4e7-58ee-97b3-55fee982c942 Jef Forward episodic false Helping Ann Arbor, Michigan, homeowners enjoy a seamless remodel on their way to living in a functional, beautifully finished home that makes every day better.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Jef Forward https://storage.buzzsprout.com/uy2oa39w1rcypgyxb3ba80gqo8pu?.jpg Plan Forward Podcast Our Design Philosophy: How We Make Remodels Feel Like YOU Our Design Philosophy: How We Make Remodels Feel Like YOU The Drawn to Clarity Miniseries highlights the importance of drawings in the design build process. In Episode 7, Jef and Carly have an in-depth discussion about the design philosophy at Forward Design Build Remodel.

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]]> The Drawn to Clarity Miniseries highlights the importance of drawings in the design build process. In Episode 7, Jef and Carly have an in-depth discussion about the design philosophy at Forward Design Build Remodel.

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17927480 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0500 888 36 full false Fixture Drawings: What They Really Show and Why They Matter So Much Fixture Drawings: What They Really Show and Why They Matter So Much The Drawn to Clarity Miniseries highlights the importance of drawings in the design build process. In Episode 6, Jef talks all about fixture drawings. 

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]]> The Drawn to Clarity Miniseries highlights the importance of drawings in the design build process. In Episode 6, Jef talks all about fixture drawings. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17927276 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0500 224 35 full false I'm Not a Visual Person! How Will I know I'll Like It? I'm Not a Visual Person! How Will I know I'll Like It? The Drawn to Clarity Miniseries highlights the importance of drawings in the design build process. In Episode 5, Jef gives insight on how we help our clients feel confident in their design decisions. 

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]]> The Drawn to Clarity Miniseries highlights the importance of drawings in the design build process. In Episode 5, Jef gives insight on how we help our clients feel confident in their design decisions. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17927160 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0500 205 34 full false Drawing Reviews: Why More Eyes = Better Design Drawing Reviews: Why More Eyes = Better Design The Drawn to Clarity Miniseries highlights the importance of drawings in the design build process. In Episode 4, Jef and Andrew have an in-depth discussion about design reviews.

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]]> The Drawn to Clarity Miniseries highlights the importance of drawings in the design build process. In Episode 4, Jef and Andrew have an in-depth discussion about design reviews.

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17926935 Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500 953 33 full false Can We Really Build That? Can We Really Build That? The Drawn to Clarity Miniseries highlights the importance of drawings in the design build process. In Episode 3, Jef discusses answers to the question, can we really build that?

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]]> The Drawn to Clarity Miniseries highlights the importance of drawings in the design build process. In Episode 3, Jef discusses answers to the question, can we really build that?

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17926881 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500 235 32 full false Bad Drawings = A Bad Remodel Bad Drawings = A Bad Remodel The Drawn to Clarity Miniseries highlights the importance of drawings in the design build process. In Episode 2, Jef discusses the reasons why a bad drawing equals a bad remodel. 

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]]> The Drawn to Clarity Miniseries highlights the importance of drawings in the design build process. In Episode 2, Jef discusses the reasons why a bad drawing equals a bad remodel. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17926732 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500 232 31 full false Not Just Pretty Pictures: Why Drawings Really Matter Not Just Pretty Pictures: Why Drawings Really Matter The Drawn to Clarity Miniseries highlights the importance of drawings in the design build process. In Episode 1, Jef discusses why drawings matter so much. 

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]]> The Drawn to Clarity Miniseries highlights the importance of drawings in the design build process. In Episode 1, Jef discusses why drawings matter so much. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17926588 Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500 338 30 full false Living Through Construction Living Through Construction The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 10, Jef discusses living through construction and how we make it as smooth as possible at Forward. 

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]]> The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 10, Jef discusses living through construction and how we make it as smooth as possible at Forward. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17924890 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500 131 29 full false Timing Hesitation Timing Hesitation The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 9, Jef discusses remodeling timing hesitation and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 9, Jef discusses remodeling timing hesitation and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17924766 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0500 158 28 full false Price Uncertainty Price Uncertainty The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 8, Jef discusses price uncertainty and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 8, Jef discusses price uncertainty and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17924598 Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0500 103 27 full false Design Regret Design Regret The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 7, Jef discusses remodeling design regret and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 7, Jef discusses remodeling design regret and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17924138 Tue, 11 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0500 120 26 full false Home Embarrassment Home Embarrassment The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 6, Jef discusses home embarrassment and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 6, Jef discusses home embarrassment and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17924059 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0500 113 25 full false Involvement Fatigue Involvement Fatigue The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 5, Jef discusses remodeling involvement fatigue and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 5, Jef discusses remodeling involvement fatigue and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17923822 Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:00:00 -0400 181 24 full false Disruption Disruption The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 4, Jef discusses remodeling disruption and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 4, Jef discusses remodeling disruption and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17923752 Tue, 21 Oct 2025 15:00:00 -0400 155 23 full false Budget Surprise Budget Surprise The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 3, Jef discusses budget surprise and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 3, Jef discusses budget surprise and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17923659 Tue, 14 Oct 2025 15:00:00 -0400 152 22 full false Trust Issues Trust Issues The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 2, Jef discusses trust issues and how we solve them at Forward. 

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]]> The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 2, Jef discusses trust issues and how we solve them at Forward. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17906590 Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:00:00 -0400 126 21 full false Overload Overload The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 1, Jef discusses remodeling overload and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> The Remodeling Confidence series tackles the biggest remodeling headaches one at a time. In Episode 1, Jef discusses remodeling overload and how we solve it at Forward. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17906526 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -0400 145 design build, remodeling 20 full false The Most Preventable Change Order: Design Regret The Most Preventable Change Order: Design Regret In Episode 5 of our Change Order Series, Jef breaks down how a thorough design process empowers clients to make confident choices—minimizing costly changes once construction begins.

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]]> In Episode 5 of our Change Order Series, Jef breaks down how a thorough design process empowers clients to make confident choices—minimizing costly changes once construction begins.

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17790144 Thu, 04 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0400 328 design build, remodeling, change orders 19 full false Predictable Surprises: What We Can Catch Before Demo Predictable Surprises: What We Can Catch Before Demo In Episode 4 of our Change Order Series, Jef dives into the so-called 'surprises' that often surface once a project kicks off—and how a seasoned remodeler can anticipate many of them well before construction begins.

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]]> In Episode 4 of our Change Order Series, Jef dives into the so-called 'surprises' that often surface once a project kicks off—and how a seasoned remodeler can anticipate many of them well before construction begins.

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17704104 Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0400 286 design build, remodeling, change orders 18 full false Rushing To Build Costs More Than You Think Rushing To Build Costs More Than You Think In Episode 3 of our Change Order Series, Jef explores how beginning construction without a finalized plan can lead to costly consequences down the line.

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]]> In Episode 3 of our Change Order Series, Jef explores how beginning construction without a finalized plan can lead to costly consequences down the line.

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17659175 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400 331 design build , remodeling 17 full false The Three Types of Change Orders and What They Say About Your Builder The Three Types of Change Orders and What They Say About Your Builder Welcome to Episode 2 of our 5-part Change Order Series! In this episode, Jef breaks down the three main types of change orders in residential construction—and what each one reveals about the professionalism and process of your remodeling partner.

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]]> Welcome to Episode 2 of our 5-part Change Order Series! In this episode, Jef breaks down the three main types of change orders in residential construction—and what each one reveals about the professionalism and process of your remodeling partner.

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17624876 Wed, 06 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400 401 design build 16 full false The Truth About Change Orders: They're Not The Villain The Truth About Change Orders: They're Not The Villain Jef launches a five-part podcast series exploring change orders. In this opening episode, he breaks down the fundamentals and challenges the common perception that change orders are the villain.

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]]> Jef launches a five-part podcast series exploring change orders. In this opening episode, he breaks down the fundamentals and challenges the common perception that change orders are the villain.

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17581378 Tue, 29 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400 350 design build, remodeling 15 full false The Feedback That Made Us Better: How Listening Led to a Better Remodel Experience The Feedback That Made Us Better: How Listening Led to a Better Remodel Experience Host Jef Forward is joined by Chad Weiler, Project Consultant at Forward Design Build Remodel, for a conversation on how client feedback has shaped the team's approach to delivering an exceptional client experience.

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]]> Host Jef Forward is joined by Chad Weiler, Project Consultant at Forward Design Build Remodel, for a conversation on how client feedback has shaped the team's approach to delivering an exceptional client experience.

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17557539 Thu, 24 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0400 1109 designbuild 14 full false From Uncertainty to Clarity: How We Use Renderings to Guide Design From Uncertainty to Clarity: How We Use Renderings to Guide Design Jef shows how renderings help clients make confident choices without the guesswork. 

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]]> Jef shows how renderings help clients make confident choices without the guesswork. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17503386 Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0400 320 designbuild, renderings 13 full false Not Sure Which Layout Works Best? Here's How We Help You Decide Not Sure Which Layout Works Best? Here's How We Help You Decide In this episode of the Plan Forward Podcast, Jef dives in to how we help our clients work through layout changes for their home remodels in Ann Arbor, Michigan. 

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]]> In this episode of the Plan Forward Podcast, Jef dives in to how we help our clients work through layout changes for their home remodels in Ann Arbor, Michigan. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17471809 Tue, 08 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0400 309 designbuild 12 full false Good Scope Creep vs. Bad Scope Creep: Why Timing is Everything Good Scope Creep vs. Bad Scope Creep: Why Timing is Everything Scope creep isn't the enemy — poor timing is. In this video, Jef breaks down the difference between good scope creep and bad scope creep, especially in the context of remodeling projects.

You'll learn why making changes during the design phase can lead to better outcomes, fewer headaches, and more accurate budgets — while last-minute changes during the build phase can derail timelines and your budget.

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If you would like to watch the drawing visuals that pair with this episode, you can view it at this link: https://youtu.be/ON0M1EfxXDM

]]> Scope creep isn't the enemy — poor timing is. In this video, Jef breaks down the difference between good scope creep and bad scope creep, especially in the context of remodeling projects.

You'll learn why making changes during the design phase can lead to better outcomes, fewer headaches, and more accurate budgets — while last-minute changes during the build phase can derail timelines and your budget.

Work with the Forward Team - go to www.planforward.net

If you would like to watch the drawing visuals that pair with this episode, you can view it at this link: https://youtu.be/ON0M1EfxXDM

]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17432637 Tue, 01 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 322 11 full false Tariffs vs. Timing: Should You Wait to Remodel? Tariffs vs. Timing: Should You Wait to Remodel? Thinking about delaying your remodel because of tariffs? In this episode, Jef breaks down the real impact of tariffs on remodeling costs, and it's not as big as you might think. He'll explain why waiting to remodel could actually cost you more in the long run. Whether you're planning a kitchen upgrade, bathroom remodel, or a full home makeover, timing is everything, and in this case, sooner might be smarter.

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Verisk Remodel Index, via Scotsman Guide:

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Joint Center For Housing Studies of Harvard University:

https://www.jchs.harvard.edu/research-areas/remodeling/lira


]]> Thinking about delaying your remodel because of tariffs? In this episode, Jef breaks down the real impact of tariffs on remodeling costs, and it's not as big as you might think. He'll explain why waiting to remodel could actually cost you more in the long run. Whether you're planning a kitchen upgrade, bathroom remodel, or a full home makeover, timing is everything, and in this case, sooner might be smarter.

Work with the Forward Team - go to planforward.net.

Download our free remodeling decision guide: https://share.hsforms.com/2Eyrj6GRyQbaOLLBua-oYlQcmwvr

Verisk Remodel Index, via Scotsman Guide:

https://www.scotsmanguide.com/news/home-improvement-costs-hit-new-highs-last-year/

Joint Center For Housing Studies of Harvard University:

https://www.jchs.harvard.edu/research-areas/remodeling/lira


]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17169232 Thu, 15 May 2025 13:00:00 -0400 498 designbuild 10 full false How the Right Operational Strategy Creates a Smooth Remodel How the Right Operational Strategy Creates a Smooth Remodel Does the remodeling company you want to work with have an operational strategy? How does that impact your remodel? Host Jef Forward goes over why this matters and more in this episode of the Plan Forward Podcast. 

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]]> Does the remodeling company you want to work with have an operational strategy? How does that impact your remodel? Host Jef Forward goes over why this matters and more in this episode of the Plan Forward Podcast. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-17122578 Thu, 08 May 2025 14:00:00 -0400 389 9 full false The Secret to a Smooth Remodel? Clear Communication The Secret to a Smooth Remodel? Clear Communication Jef goes over why clear communication is essential to a smooth remodeling experience, and how you can make sure it happens in your own remodeling project.

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]]> Jef goes over why clear communication is essential to a smooth remodeling experience, and how you can make sure it happens in your own remodeling project.

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-16984454 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 15:00:00 -0400 343 design build 8 full false The 8 Essential Meetings for a Stress-Free Remodel The 8 Essential Meetings for a Stress-Free Remodel In this episode of the Plan Forward Podcast, host Jef Forward interviews Tim Frincke, Project Manager at Forward Design Build Remodel. They discuss the 8 key meetings that lead to a successful remodel. 

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]]> In this episode of the Plan Forward Podcast, host Jef Forward interviews Tim Frincke, Project Manager at Forward Design Build Remodel. They discuss the 8 key meetings that lead to a successful remodel. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-16939886 Thu, 10 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400 1609 7 full false Cost-Plus vs Fixed Fee: Why Clarity & Trust Matter in Remodeling Cost-Plus vs Fixed Fee: Why Clarity & Trust Matter in Remodeling What's the difference between the cost-plus pricing model and the fixed fee pricing model? How will it impact your remodel? Jef Forward dives into these answers and more on this episode of the Plan Forward Podcast. 

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]]> What's the difference between the cost-plus pricing model and the fixed fee pricing model? How will it impact your remodel? Jef Forward dives into these answers and more on this episode of the Plan Forward Podcast. 

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-16938877 Wed, 09 Apr 2025 16:00:00 -0400 442 6 full false 5 Big Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring a Remodeling Company 5 Big Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring a Remodeling Company

What are some things you DON'T want to do when hiring a remodeling company? Jef Forward goes over the 5 biggest mistakes and how to avoid them.

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]]>

What are some things you DON'T want to do when hiring a remodeling company? Jef Forward goes over the 5 biggest mistakes and how to avoid them.

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Download the Guide.

]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-16938752 Wed, 09 Apr 2025 08:00:00 -0400 435 5 full false Why Should a Seamless Experience Matter? Why Should a Seamless Experience Matter? Learn why a smooth process is just as important as the final result when it comes to remodeling.

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Watch this project video. 

]]> Learn why a smooth process is just as important as the final result when it comes to remodeling.

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Download your guide to a seamless remodel experience. 

Watch this project video. 

]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-16877883 Tue, 08 Apr 2025 08:00:00 -0400 342 4 full false What It's Like Working With Your Spouse What It's Like Working With Your Spouse Working with your spouse isn't for everyone. How do Jef and Monica make it work? In this episode of the Plan Forward Podcast, they give us a glimpse into the strategies they use to make it an enjoyable and fun experience that benefits the Forward team and their clients.

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]]> Working with your spouse isn't for everyone. How do Jef and Monica make it work? In this episode of the Plan Forward Podcast, they give us a glimpse into the strategies they use to make it an enjoyable and fun experience that benefits the Forward team and their clients.

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]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-16877703 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -0400 793 3 full false 5 Key Things To Look For In a Remodeling Partner 5 Key Things To Look For In a Remodeling Partner Are you thinking about remodeling your home? Jef Forward goes over the 5 key things to look for in a remodeling partner before getting started.

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]]> Are you thinking about remodeling your home? Jef Forward goes over the 5 key things to look for in a remodeling partner before getting started.

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Download our guide to a seamless remodel experience. 


]]> Jef Forward Buzzsprout-16876917 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 16:00:00 -0400 511 2 full false How to Unlock the Secrets of a Successful Design-Build Project How to Unlock the Secrets of a Successful Design-Build Project In our first episode of the Plan Forward Podcast, host Jef Forward and guest Chad Weiler, Project Coordinator at Forward Design Build Remodel, discuss how to unlock the secrets of a successful design-build project.

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]]> In our first episode of the Plan Forward Podcast, host Jef Forward and guest Chad Weiler, Project Coordinator at Forward Design Build Remodel, discuss how to unlock the secrets of a successful design-build project.

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