Out of Office with Legacy North Construction Management

Legacy North Construction
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Out of Office is a podcast about the people, places and ideas shaping life in Muskoka, Simcoe County and cottage country. Presented by Legacy North Construction Management, we sit down with builders, real estate professionals, business owners, local personalities and people with great stories. From building and buying to business, community, lifestyle and everything that makes living up north unique. Great conversations with people worth knowing, from the places we’re proud to call home.

Episodes

  1. 1d ago

    Building a Business from the Ground Up in Muskoka | Dustyn Pilger of Nuscape Landscaping

    Building a business from the ground up takes hard work, determination and a whole lot more than a good idea. In Episode 3 of Out of Office, host Steven Gallant of Legacy North Construction Management sits down with Dustyn Pilger of Nuscape Landscaping to talk about landscaping, entrepreneurship and what it takes to build and run a business in Muskoka. From creating beautiful outdoor spaces to managing the day-to-day realities of owning a business, we get into the challenges, opportunities and lessons that come with working in cottage country. We explore the landscaping industry, the importance of building relationships, growing a local business and what makes working in Muskoka different from anywhere else. It's a conversation about more than landscaping. It's about taking an idea, putting in the work and building something you can be proud of. And of course, we have a little fun along the way! 🍻 What's in the Glass? We're changing things up this episode with Muskoka Brewery's refreshing seltzers. A little something different for a conversation about growing a business in Muskoka. Our Guest: Dustyn Pilger, Nuscape Landscaping About Out of Office Presented by Legacy North Construction Management, Out of Office features conversations with the people shaping Muskoka, Simcoe County and cottage country. From construction and real estate to local businesses, entrepreneurship, community and life up north, we're getting to know the people and stories behind it all. Whether you live here, cottage here, work here or simply love Muskoka, there's always a good conversation to be had. 🎙️ Follow Out of Office on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and iHeartRadio so you don't miss an episode. Grab a drink. We're officially Out of Office.

    Building a Business from the Ground Up in Muskoka | Dustyn Pilger of Nuscape Landscaping

  2. Oct 21

    Episode 2 | Everyone Hates Insurance… Until They Need It

    Everyone hates paying for insurance… until something goes wrong. But how much do you really understand about what you're covered for? In Episode 2 of Out of Office, host Steven Gallant of Legacy North Construction Management sits down with Mike Shepherd, an insurance broker with Stoneridge Insurance Brokers, to unpack an industry most of us don't think about until we need it. From protecting your home, cottage and business to understanding insurance during renovations and custom construction, we get into the questions you should be asking before something goes wrong. We talk about what makes insuring Muskoka properties unique, why replacement costs matter, what happens when you're renovating or building a custom home, and how insurance works when multiple contractors and trades are involved. We also explore Builders Risk insurance, liability coverage, subcontractor responsibilities and some real-world situations that could leave homeowners and businesses facing unexpected costs. And because this is Out of Office, we're having the conversation over a Detour from Muskoka Brewery, with a few laughs and some insurance stories along the way. Whether you're a homeowner, cottage owner, business owner, builder or planning a renovation, there's plenty to take away from this conversation. Our Guest: Mike Shepherd, Stoneridge Insurance Brokers What's in the Glass?  This episode's beer of choice is Detour from Muskoka Brewery. And while taking a detour can sometimes lead to something great, when it comes to insurance, you probably don't want any unexpected surprises along the way. That's why having a good broker in your corner matters. Cheers to keeping it local and staying covered! About Out of Office Presented by Legacy North Construction Management, Out of Office features conversations with the people shaping Muskoka, Simcoe County and cottage country. From construction and real estate to business, community and life up north, we're getting to know the people and stories behind it all. Grab a drink. We're officially Out of Office.

    Episode 2 | Everyone Hates Insurance… Until They Need It

  3. Oct 7

    Episode 1 | Tread Lightly Before You Buy

    Buying a cottage in Muskoka is easy to dream about. Knowing what you’re actually buying is another story. For the first episode of Out of Office, Legacy North’s Steven Gallant sits down with Andrew Keith of Team Muskoka Realty / RE/MAX to talk about buying, building and living in Muskoka. Over a Tread Lightly from Muskoka Brewery, they get into the Muskoka real estate market, waterfront properties, vacant land, building versus buying and some of the things buyers don’t always think about until it’s too late. 🎙️ In This Episode What’s happening in the Muskoka real estate market?Waterfront vs. mainland propertiesThe Big Three vs. smaller Muskoka lakesBuying an existing cottage vs. building newWhat to know before buying vacant landZoning, setbacks, septic, access and site conditionsWhat does it actually cost to build in Muskoka?Construction cost vs. resale valueThe $100,000 mistakes buyers should avoid ⚠️ Tread Lightly Before You Buy One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation is simple: Don’t just ask, “Do I love this property?”Ask, “Can I actually do what I want to do with this property?” The cheapest property isn’t always the cheapest property to develop. Build your team early, understand the land and do the homework before you buy. 🍺 What’s In The Glass? Tread LightlyMuskoka BreweryLight Lager • 4% 🎤 Our Guest Andrew KeithTeam Muskoka Realty / RE/MAX Born and raised in Bracebridge, Andrew brings generations of Muskoka roots along with experience in both the marine and real estate industries. 🏗️ About Out of Office Out of Office is about the people, places and ideas shaping life in Muskoka, Simcoe County and cottage country. Presented by Legacy North Construction Management. Grab a drink. We’re officially Out of Office.

    Episode 1 | Tread Lightly Before You Buy
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Out of Office is a podcast about the people, places and ideas shaping life in Muskoka, Simcoe County and cottage country. Presented by Legacy North Construction Management, we sit down with builders, real estate professionals, business owners, local personalities and people with great stories. From building and buying to business, community, lifestyle and everything that makes living up north unique. Great conversations with people worth knowing, from the places we’re proud to call home.

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