Ep 19: Construction Costs in 2026: What Every Property Owner, Investor & Home Seller Needs to Know

Ep 19: Construction Costs in 2026: What Every Property Owner, Investor & Home Seller Needs to Know

Why does the cheapest contractor almost always end up costing you the most?    What does it actually cost to fix, maintain, or renovate a home in 2026? On this episode of AllView 360, hosts Daniel Gutierrez and Shannon Dempsey sit down with Dave Pleman, General Manager of Trustie Co., to break down the real numbers behind construction and repairs. Dave has spent 15 years in property management, and he brings a contractor's eye to problems most homeowners never think about — from rising labor costs to the insurance rules that decide whether a leak gets covered. Why are handymen now billing $150 an hour?  Dave doesn't hold back on what he's seen go wrong. "Owners love photos. And owners hate surprises," he says, describing how he tries to prevent costly disputes before they start. The conversation covers angle stops, water softeners, bidets, and the electrical panels insurance companies are now flagging on every renewal. Daniel and Shannon add real transaction stories, including a Lowe's installation disaster and a Laguna Beach mansion repair. Listen for practical advice on what to fix now, what to negotiate, and why the cheapest bid rarely saves money in the end.    Dave Pleman is General Manager of Trustie Co., a Southern California general contracting and maintenance company serving real estate professionals. With 15 years in property management — from hands-on maintenance work to training remote maintenance coordinators internationally and serving as COO of a large property management firm — Dave has overseen thousands of turnovers, work orders, and repair projects. Today he leads Trustie Co.'s work with property managers, brokers, and investors, bringing a rare combination of contractor expertise and property-management perspective to every job.    In This Episode:   * (00:00) Meet Dave Pleman and Trustie Co.  * (03:16) Why California construction costs keep climbing  * (08:18) The case for licensed, insured contractors  * (15:00) The insurance rule every homeowner misses: sudden vs. gradual damage  * (24:32) HVAC filters, tariffs, and rising equipment costs  * (28:46) Hidden dangers: polybutylene pipes and outdated electrical panels  * (34:52) Bidets, water lines, and the floods nobody sees coming  * (58:56) Why the cheapest bid always costs the most  * Like and subscribe to hear all of our future episodes!  About the Show   Hosted by lifelong friends Daniel Gutierrez, an innovative entrepreneur and CEO of AllView Real Estate, and Shannon Dempsey, a seasoned agent with a communications and community relations background, this podcast shares insider insights to help you buy, sell, rent, and invest with confidence. From market trends and ROI-focused upgrades to property management tips and investment strategies, Daniel and Shannon break down complex topics into actionable steps. Along the way, you’ll hear real stories, lessons learned, and expert guidance you won’t find anywhere else. Tune in to AllView 360: All Things Real Estate and get the tools you need to succeed in today’s market.    Resources:  https://www.trustieco.com/ [https://www.trustieco.com/]  https://allviewrealestate.com/ [https://allviewrealestate.com/]  https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-dempsey-aaa39828/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-dempsey-aaa39828/]  https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-gutierrez-mba-68954923/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-gutierrez-mba-68954923/]  AllView 360 is the multimedia division of AllView Real Estate, dedicated to providing educational content that empowers clients with market insights and property optimization strategies. Founded by Daniel Gutierrez in 2014, AllView has revolutionized Southern California's property management landscape by integrating expert brokerage services with innovative management approaches. Through its comprehensive "people-first" philosophy, AllView 360 extends the company's mission to deliver exceptional service and maximize property performance. The platform combines economic analysis, behavioral science, and tactical real estate strategies to help viewers navigate market complexities while building lasting value in their real estate assets and communities.

Ep 18: 5 New Real Estate Laws That Will Impact

What do photo editing, fire insurance, security deposits, refrigerators, and transit corridors all have in common — and why does every California property owner need to know the answer? California's real estate landscape shifted quietly — and significantly. In this episode of AllView 360 All Things Real Estate, hosts Daniel Gutierrez and Shannon Dempsey walk through five laws now reshaping how agents, landlords, investors, and buyers operate across the state. From AI-generated listing photos to fire insurance becoming a transaction contingency, the conversation is practical, unfiltered, and grounded in real deals. Are most people in the industry actually keeping up? The hosts cover SB79's push for transit-oriented density, AB14's long-overdue security deposit modernization, and AB628's new refrigerator mandate for all rental units — which comes with a strict 48-hour habitability clock. Daniel doesn't mince words on home warranties: "You are so mistaken, you're so wrong" if you think one will protect you when an appliance fails and a tenant is waiting. Shannon brings the boots-on-the-ground perspective, sharing how she now secures insurance quotes before showings. Five laws. Real consequences. One conversation worth having. In This Episode: * (00:00) Overview: Five new laws impacting California real estate * (02:01) Law #1 — Digitally altered image disclosure requirements (Bill 723) * (08:19) Law #2 — Fire insurance: rising premiums, contingencies, and Fair Plan * (20:12) Law #3 — SB79: Transit-oriented development and zoning changes * (24:13) Law #4 — AB14: Security deposit modernization * (27:05) Law #5 — AB628: Refrigerator requirements and habitability rules * (34:47) Recap of all five laws and closing thoughts * Like and subscribe to hear all of our future episodes! ABOUT THE SHOW  Hosted by lifelong friends Daniel Gutierrez, an innovative entrepreneur and CEO of AllView Real Estate, and Shannon Dempsey, a seasoned agent with a communications and community relations background, this podcast shares insider insights to help you buy, sell, rent, and invest with confidence. From market trends and ROI-focused upgrades to property management tips and investment strategies, Daniel and Shannon break down complex topics into actionable steps. Along the way, you’ll hear real stories, lessons learned, and expert guidance you won’t find anywhere else. Tune in to AllView 360: All Things Real Estate and get the tools you need to succeed in today’s market.   Resources: https://allviewrealestate.com/ [https://allviewrealestate.com/]https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-dempsey-aaa39828/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-dempsey-aaa39828/]https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-gutierrez-mba-68954923/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-gutierrez-mba-68954923/] AllView 360 is the multimedia division of AllView Real Estate, dedicated to providing educational content that empowers clients with market insights and property optimization strategies. Founded by Daniel Gutierrez in 2014, AllView has revolutionized Southern California's property management landscape by integrating expert brokerage services with innovative management approaches. Through its comprehensive "people-first" philosophy, AllView 360 extends the company's mission to deliver exceptional service and maximize property performance. The platform combines economic analysis, behavioral science, and tactical real estate strategies to help viewers navigate market complexities while building lasting value in their real estate assets and communities.

Ep 17: Behind the Scenes with Daniel

Is entrepreneurship really like "eating glass"? Daniel Gutierrez gives an unfiltered answer — and explains exactly why he keeps going anyway. Shannon Dempsey turns the tables on co-host Daniel Gutierrez in this candid, unscripted episode of AllView 360. With no prep and no warning, Shannon walks Daniel through 15 questions spanning his full personal and professional journey — from surgical operating rooms in Oregon to spinal implant sales, a UCLA Anderson MBA, and ultimately the founding of AllView Real Estate. What emerges is a portrait of a builder who doesn't celebrate milestones easily, moves at high speed, and has learned his hardest lessons from the people he chose — and the clients he shouldn't have. What does Daniel say he'd be most proud of? Not revenue, not offices, not portfolio size. "It's probably more so going to be looking back and saying, wow, we've helped all of these lives." He's direct about his biggest early mistake — saying yes to everyone — and equally direct about what drives him forward: a mission to improve lives through real estate, and a long-term goal of supporting kids with dyslexia. This episode reveals the person behind the company. More real than the pitch deck ever will be. In This Episode: * (00:00) Shannon surprises Daniel with an unscripted interview * (01:25) Question 1: Daniel's background — hospital administration, medical devices, and spinal implant sales * (04:25) The integration: buying investment properties while still working in healthcare * (06:37) Building AllView — from Optum to AllView Real Estate and the original vision * (08:12) The MBA debate — what UCLA Anderson taught him and what it absolutely did not * (12:09) What drives AllView's growth and the challenge of scaling at speed * (18:36) Top systems and tools: RingCentral, Appfolio, and EOS * (22:00) Biggest surprises in real estate — personalities, litigation, and client expectations * (29:38) Biggest early mistake: saying yes to everyone * (32:04) How Daniel makes hard decisions — money, people, and relationships differently * (35:48) If he were starting from zero today: what he'd do differently * (41:12) Entrepreneurship is not for everyone — and Daniel's bigger mission beyond real estate * Like and subscribe to hear all of our future episodes! Hosted by lifelong friends Daniel Gutierrez, an innovative entrepreneur and CEO of AllView Real Estate, and Shannon Dempsey, a seasoned agent with a communications and community relations background, this podcast shares insider insights to help you buy, sell, rent, and invest with confidence. From market trends and ROI-focused upgrades to property management tips and investment strategies, Daniel and Shannon break down complex topics into actionable steps. Along the way, you’ll hear real stories, lessons learned, and expert guidance you won’t find anywhere else. Tune in to AllView 360: All Things Real Estate and get the tools you need to succeed in today’s market.   Resources: https://allviewrealestate.com/ [https://allviewrealestate.com/]https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-dempsey-aaa39828/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-dempsey-aaa39828/]https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-gutierrez-mba-68954923/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-gutierrez-mba-68954923/] AllView 360 is the multimedia division of AllView Real Estate, dedicated to providing educational content that empowers clients with market insights and property optimization strategies. Founded by Daniel Gutierrez in 2014, AllView has revolutionized Southern California's property management landscape by integrating expert brokerage services with innovative management approaches. Through its comprehensive "people-first" philosophy, AllView 360 extends the company's mission to deliver exceptional service and maximize property performance. The platform combines economic analysis, behavioral science, and tactical real estate strategies to help viewers navigate market complexities while building lasting value in their real estate assets and communities.

Ep 16: AI Is Changing How Business is Done. Don't Get Left Behind

Artificial intelligence is no longer something real estate professionals can afford to monitor from a distance. In Episode 16 of AllView 360, hosts Daniel Gutierrez and Shannon Dempsey sit down with Bryan Reynolds, Founder and CEO of Baytech Consulting, for a frank conversation about where AI stands right now and what it demands from agents, property managers, and investors. From AI-powered websites built in minutes to property descriptions engineered for chatbot searches, the applications are here. The question isn't whether to engage — it's how fast. Shannon raised something that stopped the conversation: a seller found her agent through a ChatGPT search, bypassing every traditional platform. "If you're the top agent in a neighborhood and you don't have it dialed in on the back end, you're missing all of those potential clients." Bryan backed it up with real data — his firm grew inbound links from 200 to nearly 1,000 using a comprehensive content strategy. And when the conversation turned to replacing humans? Fewer than 1% of mortgage customers chose the fully automated path. Bryan Reynolds is the Founder and CEO of Baytech Consulting, a software development company specializing in finance, healthcare, and manufacturing industries. With decades of experience building custom platforms for companies including New American Funding and Cash Call, Bryan has become a leading voice on AI integration, business automation, and the future of enterprise software. An active member of Entrepreneurs Organization, he is known for translating deeply technical concepts into clear, actionable strategy for business owners across industries. Reach Bryan at baytechconsulting.com or at Bryan@baytechconsulting.com [Bryan@baytechconsulting.com]. In This Episode: * (00:00) Bryan Reynolds, Founder & CEO of Baytech Consulting * (03:14) The three ages of software: why AI is moving at light speed * (09:21) Building professional websites in minutes using AI tools like V0 * (12:19) SEO vs. AIO: how AI search is changing real estate visibility * (22:15) AI-generated content, the human-in-the-loop, and real estate relationships * (32:41) PropTech, property management automation, and knowing AI's limits * (46:45) Vibe coding, SaaS disruption, and who wins in the AI age * (55:00) A new agent's blueprint: build your website and online presence with AI * Like and subscribe to hear all of our future episodes! Hosted by lifelong friends Daniel Gutierrez, an innovative entrepreneur and CEO of AllView Real Estate, and Shannon Dempsey, a seasoned agent with a communications and community relations background, this podcast shares insider insights to help you buy, sell, rent, and invest with confidence. From market trends and ROI-focused upgrades to property management tips and investment strategies, Daniel and Shannon break down complex topics into actionable steps. Along the way, you’ll hear real stories, lessons learned, and expert guidance you won’t find anywhere else. Tune in to AllView 360: All Things Real Estate and get the tools you need to succeed in today’s market.   Resources: Bryan@Baytechconsulting.com [Bryan@Baytechconsulting.com]www.baytechconsulting.com [http://www.baytechconsulting.com/]Rocket Companies (RKT) at UBS Global Technology and AI Conference 2025 [https://seekingalpha.com/article/4849992-rocket-companies-inc-rkt-presents-at-ubs-global-technology-and-ai-conference-2025-transcript]How AI Is Eliminating Entry-Level Jobs (The Wall Street Journal) [https://www.wsj.com/economy/jobs/ai-entry-level-job-impact-5c687c84]AI Job Losses and Entry-Level Tech Layoffs (TechRepublic) [https://www.techrepublic.com/article/news-ai-job-losses-entry-level-tech-layoffs/] Report Discovers Nearly 30,000 Tech Sector Layoffs Already in 2025 (TechNode Global) [https://technode.global/2025/02/27/report-discovers-nearly-30000-tech-sector-layoffs-already-in-2025/] Software Is a Team Sport: Building the Future of Software Development Together (The GitHub Blog) [https://github.blog/news-insights/company-news/software-is-a-team-sport-building-the-future-of-software-development-together/]OpenClaw Security Report (Weavin AI) [https://openclaw.weavin.ai/openclaw-files/0068]https://allviewrealestate.com/ [https://allviewrealestate.com/]https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-dempsey-aaa39828/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-dempsey-aaa39828/]https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-gutierrez-mba-68954923/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-gutierrez-mba-68954923/] AllView 360 is the multimedia division of AllView Real Estate, dedicated to providing educational content that empowers clients with market insights and property optimization strategies. Founded by Daniel Gutierrez in 2014, AllView has revolutionized Southern California's property management landscape by integrating expert brokerage services with innovative management approaches. Through its comprehensive "people-first" philosophy, AllView 360 extends the company's mission to deliver exceptional service and maximize property performance. The platform combines economic analysis, behavioral science, and tactical real estate strategies to help viewers navigate market complexities while building lasting value in their real estate assets and communities.

Ep 15: Are Short Sales Coming Back? A Crash Course on how to do a short Sale

Short sales nearly disappeared for 13 years. Are they coming back — and are you ready? In this episode, hosts Shannon Dempsey and Daniel Gutierrez revisit a process that most active agents have never personally encountered. They explain the mechanics clearly: when a homeowner's loan balance exceeds what their property will net in a sale, and they lack savings to cover the difference, a short sale may be the only path forward. Who is most at risk right now? Buyers who purchased in 2024 with minimal down payments. Shannon doesn't offer just theory — she shares her first short sale listing in full, from a June 2025 list date to a final April 2026 closing. Two lenders. Sellers who had relocated to the Netherlands. A buyer committed enough to wait months without a guaranteed price or timeline. And, at the finish line, an HOA management company that refused to provide a legally required document. "We could never move on without closing a loop that we had the power to close," the sellers told her. That sentence says everything. In This Episode: * (00:00) What is a short sale? Why it's becoming relevant again * (04:32) Breaking down the short sale: when the math doesn't work * (08:45) Shannon's first short sale listing: the full story * (21:21) Where short sales are showing up in Southern California now * (21:51) The HOA roadblock that almost derailed the entire deal * (34:49) Key takeaways for agents navigating their first short sale * (40:26) HOA management fees, oversight gaps, and closing thoughts * Like and subscribe to hear all of our future episodes! About the show: Hosted by lifelong friends Daniel Gutierrez, an innovative entrepreneur and CEO of AllView Real Estate, and Shannon Dempsey, a seasoned agent with a communications and community relations background, this podcast shares insider insights to help you buy, sell, rent, and invest with confidence. From market trends and ROI-focused upgrades to property management tips and investment strategies, Daniel and Shannon break down complex topics into actionable steps. Along the way, you’ll hear real stories, lessons learned, and expert guidance you won’t find anywhere else. Tune in to AllView 360: All Things Real Estate and get the tools you need to succeed in today’s market.   Resources: https://allviewrealestate.com/ [https://allviewrealestate.com/]https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-dempsey-aaa39828/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-dempsey-aaa39828/]https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-gutierrez-mba-68954923/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-gutierrez-mba-68954923/] AllView 360 is the multimedia division of AllView Real Estate, dedicated to providing educational content that empowers clients with market insights and property optimization strategies. Founded by Daniel Gutierrez in 2014, AllView has revolutionized Southern California's property management landscape by integrating expert brokerage services with innovative management approaches. Through its comprehensive "people-first" philosophy, AllView 360 extends the company's mission to deliver exceptional service and maximize property performance. The platform combines economic analysis, behavioral science, and tactical real estate strategies to help viewers navigate market complexities while building lasting value in their real estate assets and communities.