The Handsome Homebuyer Podcast

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Aug 2026

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Long Island's #1 fix and flip real estate investor turned commercial developer becoming a private equity fund owner. I am the Handsome Homebuyer and on this podcast we chop it up with the finest real estate minds in New York. Listen as our guests walk us down a path of self discovery that often took them to a life filled with happiness and financial independence through real estate.

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September 2, 20261 hr 53 min

Making Garbage Glamorous With Anthony Confredo // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #293

Anthony Confredo of Maggio Environmental sits down with Charles for a conversation that goes way beyond the garbage industry. Anthony opens up about fatherhood, the work ethic that's carried him through every chapter of his career, and what it took to reinvent himself when life demanded it. From lessons he's passing down to his kids to the grind of building his place in one of the toughest, most essential industries out there, this episode covers what it really takes to keep showing up.

August 19, 202646 min

Arthur Lih and LifeVac Have Saved Over 6,000 Lives and Counting // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #292

Charles sits down with Arthur Lih, inventor and CEO of LifeVac, the simple airway clearing device that has now saved over 6,000 lives from choking around the world. This is a different kind of conversation, and a powerful one. Arthur's story didn't start with a product. It started with a moment that wouldn't let him go: hearing about a child who choked to death on a grape, and deciding he couldn't let that happen to his own daughter. From that, he came out of retirement, spent years on research and development, and built LifeVac into a device now trusted by first responders, schools, police departments, and families across the country.

August 12, 202640 min

Raquel Latona Went From HR To $170K on a Single Flip // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #291

Episode 291 of the Handsome Homebuyer Podcast. When Raquel Latona started out at 20 years old, nobody took her seriously. So she stopped waiting for permission and invested in the one thing she could control: herself. This episode is the story of how that bet paid off, and how she built Casanova Property Group into the business it is today. Raquel sits down with Charles to talk about the early years nobody warns you about, the doubt that comes with being underestimated, and the decision to keep betting on herself when the easier move was to quit. It's an honest conversation about grit, self belief, and what it actually takes to build something from nothing in this industry.

July 29, 2026Episode 2901 hr 32 min

Handsome COO Eric Mason on the Path That Built Him // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #290

Episode 290 of the Handsome Homebuyer Podcast. Charles sits down with Handsome COO Eric Mason, whose path runs from owning his own painting business through roles at some of the biggest companies in the country to leading operations at Handsome. The conversation covers the lessons from every chapter, what it takes to run the operational side of a growing real estate business, and why no experience is wasted. New episodes of the Handsome Homebuyer Podcast drop weekly. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kPT2LhK2BHA

July 22, 2026Episode 28931 min

From Zero Leads to $80,000 Commission // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #289

Episode 289 of the Handsome Homebuyer Podcast. Charles sits down with Constantino Alves, who at 25 years old has built a business grounded in finance, relationships, and a genuine love for the process. He works with first time homebuyers and seasoned investors with the same care and commitment, and the conversation covers how he built it, what drives him, and why the long game wins in real estate. New episodes of the Handsome Homebuyer Podcast drop weekly. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/74ftNQaW328

July 15, 2026Episode 28833 min

The Master Of Chicken Salad // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #288

The Dude himself pulls up to Episode 288. Charles sits down with the founder of Dude's Gourmet to talk about building a food brand from scratch, why his chicken salad is different from everything else in the case, and what it takes to stand out in a crowded market. The conversation runs from slow braised chicken and pickle juice to the wildest things Charles has found inside houses, including a possible burial ground in a Uniondale basement. Business, food, and stories you can't make up. New episodes of the Handsome Homebuyer Podcast drop weekly. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/z09PDSWor-Y

July 1, 2026Episode 28748 min

From Side Gig To Full Time and She Never Looked Back // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #287

Referrals don't come from transactions. They come from how people feel about dealing with you. In Episode 287, Kristin joins Charles for a candid conversation about leadership, culture, and what separates businesses that grow through word of mouth from ones that don't. If you are building something worth talking about, this episode is for you. New episodes every week. Follow the show so you never miss one.

June 24, 2026Episode 28640 min

Closing Real Estate Deals on Delivery Routes at 32 // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #286

At 32, Eric Boorum was still running delivery routes out of a restaurant. What nobody saw was that every drive, 20 minutes, sometimes 40 on a long route, he was on the phone the entire time, negotiating and handling real estate deals from the front seat. He built an entire career inside the dead time everyone else ignored, until he could finally step away from the job for good. In this episode, Eric and Charles get into the grind behind the pivot, why a late start was never a disadvantage, and how to use the in between time most people waste. It's a story about betting on yourself when the timing feels wrong and the odds feel long. If you've ever wondered whether it's too late to change your path, this one's for you. Listen, follow, and share if it hits. The Handsome Homebuyer Podcast, hosted by Charles Weinraub.

June 17, 2026Episode 28554 min

Design Trends That Actually Sell // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #285

Most people design their home to impress everyone else. Jaclyn Marie stopped doing that, and that's exactly when her work got better. In episode #285 of The Handsome Podcast, Charles sits down with interior designer Jaclyn Marie to talk about the design trends that actually sell a house, not the ones that just photograph well. They get into which choices move buyers and add real value, which trends are all hype, and how she learned to tune out the haters and trust her own eye along the way. Part design masterclass, part confidence pep talk. If you're in real estate, renovation, staging, or you just love a good design conversation, this episode is for you. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BVf1ibZCgFc Guest: Jaclyn Marie Interiors Instagram: @jaclynmarieinteriors_

April 30, 2026Episode 28418 min

From Artist, to Scaling Business // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #284

Most artists hit a ceiling when the business starts pulling them away from their craft. In Episode 284, Nico Negron shares what it takes to grow beyond that point. As one of Long Island’s top tattoo artists, he’s built his reputation through skill and consistency. But as he opens a new shop, he’s making a shift bringing in the right people to handle operations so he and his team can stay focused on what they do best. This episode breaks down the real transition from artist to operator and why stepping back can be the move that actually drives growth. If you’re a business minded operator looking to be part of something growing, this might be the opportunity. What part of your business are you still holding onto that’s slowing you down?