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 Costs

00:20 Meet the Hosts

00:59 Special Guests and Shoutouts

01:16 Real Estate Investments

02:09 The Journey to Success

02:28 Welcome to the Forte Podcast

03:06 Live from the Construction Site

04:57 Introducing Andre Payne

05:17 Andre's Background and Early Career

14:45 The Apprenticeship Experience

16:03 First Independent Projects

20:54 Starting Fresh in the South

21:11 Launching the First Business

22:10 The Move to Atlanta

23:50 Breaking into the Commercial Space

26:09 Building a Construction Business

27:33 Major Accomplishments and Future Goals

29:24 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

31:03 Recommended Reads for Success

33:41 Future Vision and Contact Information

36:00 Closing Remarks and Reflections