Natural Disasters vs Building Codes (with George Siegal)

About this episode

Reuben Saltzman interviews George Siegal about the hidden risks of home buying related to insurance and building codes.

To watch a video version of this podcast, click here: https://youtu.be/GcQUDCQAgsI In this episode, Reuben Saltzman speaks with film producer George Siegal, known for his documentary Built to Last, Buyer Beware. They explore the hidden risks of home buying, with a focus on insurance coverage, building codes, and purchasing in high-risk areas. Drawing on his background in TV news, George emphasizes how often buyers overlook critical details such as insurance limitations and local hazards. The ...

People in this episode

Host: Reuben Saltzman

Guest: George Siegal

Topics covered

• natural disasters
• building codes
• home buying
• insurance coverage
• local hazards

Keywords

• documentary
• Buyer Beware
• Built to Last

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Natural Disasters vs Building Codes, Built to Last, Buyer Beware

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