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Construction & Real Estate Talk in the South Florida Area.
Hosted by: Brian Sodre & Sal DiBenedetto
Courtesy of Miniopolis LLC
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Jul 14, 2025
Jul 14, 2025
12 min
We’re thrilled to be featured on The Loan Arranger Podcast hosted by Bruce Woodburn of CrossCountry Mortgage! 🎙️
In this episode, Bruce sits down with Brian Sodre and Sal DiBenedetto of Miniopolis, a forward-thinking development and construction company based in Fort Myers, Florida. We dive into how we got started in the industry, what drives our mission, and how we’re building the future—one home at a time.
If you're passionate about real estate, development, or just curious how innovative builders operate behind the scenes, this one’s for you.
🔨 Learn more about Miniopolis and our unique approach to homebuilding
📍 Based in Fort Myers, Florida
💬 Featuring: Brian Sodre & Sal DiBenedetto
🎧 Hosted by: Bruce Woodburn, The Loan Arranger Podcast
Dec 23, 2024
Dec 23, 2024
11 min
In this episode we welcome Melissa Luzardo from Sellstate 5 Star Realty who will be discussing everything you need to know before investing in Lehigh Acres.
Dec 2, 2024
Dec 2, 2024
22 min
In this episode, we’re joined by Fort Myers Beach native and real estate expert Tom Kiddy, a Realtor with Royal Shell Real Estate. Tom specializes in all facets of Fort Myers Beach real estate and today, he offers his insights on future commercial development and the rise of hurricane safe homes on Fort Myers Beach.
Nov 25, 2024
Nov 25, 2024
22 min
In this episode, we’re joined by Kyle McLaughlin, the Chief Sales Officer at Northstar Technologies. Kyle's company specializes in the fabrication and production of Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP), a highly durable material designed to withstand the challenging elements of Florida's climate.
Kyle Mclaughlin
(239) 420-7784
kyle@northstartgi.com
Nov 18, 2024
Nov 18, 2024
10 min
Contact Vince and his team at Elite Resolutions to get your Insurance Claim resolved today!
Miniopolis LLC
(239) 329-8804
Nov 1, 2024
Nov 1, 2024
10 min
In our 21st episode we will be discussing how using a general contractor can help you save both time and money when doing a renovation whether residential or commercial.
Miniopolis LLC
(239) 329-8804
Oct 23, 2024
Oct 23, 2024
34 min
This episode we welcome Justin D'Angelo with Printera, who will be covering their revolutionary off site 3D Printing Technology.
Miniopolis LLC
(239) 329-8804
Sales@miniopolisbuilders.com
Oct 7, 2024
Oct 7, 2024
16 min
Email us to learn more about our affordable housing solutions! In todays episode we welcome Jeff Turner from PestMax who will be diving into how he can prevent pest from taking over your home.
Miniopolis LLC
(239) 329-8804
Meet The Hosts
Brian Sodre
Owner of Miniopolis, Brian Sodre, has a deep passion for Real Estate.
His vision of efficient living started when he was only 19, building an addition to his mom’s house. Shortly after that life changing Investment, he was hooked. Buying distressed homes, fixing them and renting them became his new found joy.
“My parents came from nothing and Real Estate changed my life.”
After owning multiple rental properties, Brian Sodre challenged himself to take it to the next level and help others experince the world of Real Estate the right way by becoming Florida State Licensed as both a Realtor & General Contractor.
“Too many Realtors & Contractors do this for the money, I love this.”
Now offering a solution to tastesful, safe, built-to-last, & affordable housing Brian’s goal is to offer an easier entry point into Real Estate by building Tiny homes.
“I will keep sharing my passion by inspiring others to get into Real Estate until i’ve made an impact on enough people for Miniopolis to take a life of its own.”
Sal DiBenedetto
Salvatore (Sal) is originally from Brooklyn, NY and is currently attending Florida Gulf Coast University majoring in Finance with an expected graduation in 2025. Growing up watching his family members manage their rental properties really sparked an interest in real estate at a young age for Sal. At the age of 18 Sal obtained his Florida & New York sales associate license, and at the age of 20 he obtained his brokers license. Sal is currently an associate broker at EXP Realty LLC in SWFL & Brooklyn, New York his main focus is off market properties both residential and commercial. Sal also holds a commercial drone license (Part 107 UAS)
Sal is also currently serving as the sales manager at Miniopolis LLC where he specializes in real estate new construction sales, real estate development, and affordable housing. His job is to collaborate with land owners and city officials to help solve the affordable housing crisis we have here in Florida. Miniopolis is also a full service General Contractor that preforms a variety of services such as consulting, commercial, and residential buildouts and renovations.