Miriam Mejia: Building Dreams with Candid Services
Miriam Mejia is the founder of Candid Services, based in Austin, Texas. She started her career in property management and quickly fell in love with redevelopment and renovation. After managing a condo conversion, Miriam realized she could do this work for herself. She launched Candid Services in 2011 and has been growing ever since.
At first, Candid Services focused on residential projects like painting and make-readies. Over time, Miriam shifted to commercial redevelopment, which became her passion. She enjoys repurposing old buildings and seeing them come back to life. Miriam has worked with the same trusted team of electricians, plumbers, and tradespeople since the beginning, which is rare in the industry.
Candid Services now handles everything from abatement to full gut renovations, especially in older buildings. Miriam’s company is known for its reliability and strong communication. She makes sure her team feels valued and appreciated, which has helped her retain them for over a decade.
“I make it a point to show up with tacos and ask about their families and their kitties—because we can’t do this alone.” ~ Miriam Mejia
Miriam’s business has grown through word of mouth and strong relationships. She used to do more residential work but now focuses mostly on commercial projects. It’s easier and more efficient to renovate entire buildings than single homes. Her clients include property owners and real estate investors.
Miriam is also a serious real estate investor herself. She owns long-term rentals, Airbnbs, and recently closed on a large multi-family building with a partner. Her construction and renovation skills help her manage projects on time and within budget. This gives her an edge in the competitive Austin market.
One of Miriam’s core values is underpromising and overdelivering. She always sets realistic expectations with clients and her team. If a project might take a week, she tells the client it could take a week and a half. This way, when the work is done early, everyone is happy and impressed.
Managing a growing business while raising four kids is not easy. Miriam admits there is no perfect balance. When she is excelling at work, she may miss out on family time, and vice versa. She focuses on forgiveness and keeps moving forward, knowing that every day brings new challenges and opportunities.
Miriam credits her success to grit and self-education. As a first-generation American, she had to teach herself many things about business and real estate. She read books, listened to podcasts, and learned from mentors. Now, she enjoys sharing her knowledge and supporting others who want to build their own businesses.
Miriam is open to networking and helping others. She believes anyone can achieve their dreams with hard work and persistence. She encourages people to get back up after setbacks and keep going. Miriam is always available to answer questions or offer advice to those who reach out.
Candid Services has become a trusted name in Austin for commercial redevelopment. Miriam’s story is inspiring for anyone looking to start or grow a business in construction or real estate. She proves that with the right team, values, and determination, anything is possible.
Miriam Mejia, Candid Services Contact Info:
CandidServicesLLC.com
Miriam@CandidServicesLLC.com
(512) 925-7220
Topics Discussed
From Property Management to Owner:
Miriam started in property management, then launched her own company after falling in love with redevelopment.Commercial Redevelopment Focus:
Candid Services specializes in repurposing and renovating older commercial buildings in Austin.Team Retention:
Miriam has kept the same core team for over a decade by making sure they feel valued and appreciated.Real Estate Investing:
Miriam is also a successful real estate investor, owning rentals, Airbnbs, and multi-family properties.Underpromise, Overdeliver:
Setting realistic expectations and delivering early is a key value for Miriam and her company.Balancing Business and Family:
Managing a growing business while raising four kids is challenging but possible with persistence and forgiveness.Self-Education and Mentorship:
Miriam is self-taught and now enjoys mentoring others who want to succeed in business.
