Building Cool Sh!t with Mike Speciale

Welcome to the Sett Studio Podcast! In our latest episode, we cover all you need to know about short-term and long-term rentals. Plus, we're excited to share how Sett Studio is revolutionizing long-term lease management at Nash Ave. Homes. Join us for valuable insights into the real estate world, tailored for both property owners and renters. Subscribe now and stay ahead in the rental game!

Join us in our latest episode as we navigate the ever-changing landscape of real estate in a post-pandemic world. In this insightful discussion, we unravel the intricate ways in which COVID-19 has left an indelible mark on the real estate industry. From the dramatic shifts in residential preferences to the evolving demands in commercial spaces, we explore how the pandemic has reshaped the way we l...

In this week's episode, we unveil the essential secrets of home maintenance that often go unnoticed. Join us as we delve into the crucial tasks you need to tackle annually, bi-annually, every five years, and beyond to keep your home in top shape. From weather-specific tips to little-known hacks, discover how to become a home maintenance expert and ensure your living space stands the test of t...

Join Mike Speciale in his latest podcast episode as he explores the secrets to crafting a truly healthy home environment. Whether you're buying a new home or considering customizing one, Mike's expertise shines as he unravels the essential steps to ensure your living space is at its best. From improving air quality to using no VOC paint and beyond, Mike dives deep into the transformative...

Welcome to the latest episode of the Sett Studio podcast with your host, Mike Speciale. Join us as we dive into the intricacies of investment structures in the realm of real estate. Discover how Sett Studio collaborates with larger investors, focusing on individual projects in Austin, Texas, and Nashville. From single-family homes to health and wellness ventures, we unveil the strategies driving s...

Join us this week for a unique exploration of real estate with guest Mike Speciale. We're delving into the unexpected connections between real estate,  currencies, and Hawaii's current challenges. Gain fresh insights into how these factors are reshaping property, investments, and the future of housing. Don't miss this intriguing conversation at the crossroads of real estate and glob...

An interesting plot twist as we sit down with Deleigh Hermes, Austin Realtor. Deleigh's background in real estate brought her to Mike and working together specifically in real estate land acquisition and development. Investing and growing land as one pillar brings both Mike and Deleigh together in their work. We are diving into the hottest trends, areas and specs for homes in today's mar...

We're diving into a whole new episode of market updates spanning from Austin, TX to Nashville, TN. Where do you think the market is headed? Will interest rates persist? Let's talk about it.

A long standing relationship in both design and construction / real estate development bring both Kim Lewis and Mike Speciale together for this unique and fun episode.  Kim Lewis Designs is an interior architecture, design, and branding firm based in Austin, specializing in commercial and residential projects. If you'd like to work with Mike Speciale and Kim Lewis on your next custom home, yo...

We've got Mike, and we've got Bristal and we are talking all about multifamily vs single family real estate, the long standing investment strategy and how the real estate landscape has changed. We are diving into where the real ROI sits now and where the strategy is going.

Join us in this episode with Mike Speciale as we explore the captivating story of a custom build in the vibrant Allandale neighborhood of Austin, Texas. Mike shares his expertise in sustainable building practices, while esteemed designer Kim brings her artistic touch to the project. Together, they unveil the meticulous details of this 10,000 sq ft lot, featuring a main home and a casita, showcasin...

We are sitting down with long time friend Eli to talk investing, success, the challenges we face in life and that after and how working together to build something greater starts at the core with great people.

Whether you purchased one of the (B) homes by Sett Studio or you are working collaboratively as an investor in some of the new (A) and (B) homes being built, we have the skinny on both. What to expect when it comes to the rental market in Austin, what to expect from being an investor in this type of investment and where we are headed next.

We have a new development underway at Gathright Cove, a quaint street in the heart of 78704. For this project we've gathered with out investors for this portfolio project to produce 4 homes (Main and ADU's) on the first two lots— with long-term goals to redevelop the entire street pocket.

Join us as we chat with Mike Speciale about the upcoming Sett Studio Offices in the buzzing neighborhood of St. Elmo. Discover the allure of this emerging area and its appeal to entrepreneurs in digital, real estate, architecture, and design. Get a sneak peek into the plans for Sett Studio's unique offices, featuring one floor for their operations and another floor as a collaborative workspac...

Join hosts Bristal and Alexis as they take over the podcast to explore 1606 Nash Ave, the coveted address in Austin's 78704 zip code. Discover the allure of Zilker's vibrant neighborhood, where Sett Studio presents the second phase of the speculative development that occupies the entire block of Nash Ave.  The lot of 1606 Nash Ave. includes two incredible homes on a single lot. Uncover t...

Welcome to the Sett Studio Podcast! In this episode, we delve into the thriving health and wellness scene in Austin, Texas. Join us as we discuss how individuals are prioritizing their well-being when it comes to choosing their homes and living spaces. Austin has witnessed a remarkable shift in focus, where people are now considering how they spend their time, recover, and heal each day. We are jo...

1604 Nash Ave. On a lot where both an A and a B home sit, for the first time ever, Mike and Bristal Speciale held on to one lot with these two homes to releases post build. With both homes just recently hitting the market we discuss the two, the opportunity and the sale. Until sold, you can schedule a private showing with Bristal Speciale at Bristal@settstudio.com

We're touching base and running through the primary strategy behind the Sett Studio development portfolio. Expanding through Austin to hit new neighborhoods blowing up the Main and ADU scene. Unlike most developers, we are always looking for new investors to join us on this journey. If you are interested in jumping into this portfolio strategy email us today at info@settstudio.com. 

Whether it's the permitting on the home you are building, city approvals, what is the hold up? We are diving into what it's been like developing in Austin, how it's changed in the last few years and what the horizon looks like.  For our Nash Ave speculative development we still developed this community in under 14 months but it's hard to imagine what other builders and owners/...

The small details when you are designing the perfect shower, the perfect "shaving shelf", the new butler pantry, what trends we are looking to for 2023 to 2024 right behind all the health and wellness amenities we are adding to all homes both speculative and custom. It is so rare for a developer to integrate purpose when it comes to the development and design process of both custom and s...

They've taken over, and they make it feel like everyone can do it! We're unpacking all the trends on Tik Tok we are seeing, "NO MONEY TO DO IT" to "TOMORROW BUY YOUR FIRT FOURPLEX". Have you seen any of these trends? Can you help us unpack any of these trends? Let us know what you think! Drop us a line on Instagram @settstudio or email us at info@settstudio.com

And we are continuing with our previous "21 Questions" — Discussing Nashville favorites, HOW Mike and Bristal started working together (oh this is fun), keeping everything in house, the challenging and amazing parts of working together, advice if you are looking to buy and so much more.

Did you know that Sett Studio is not just a developer, but we help our clients source land and then start the development process. Here's what we look for, what we need, what you should be looking at, how much you can build, impervious coverage and more. We're getting into the details you might find useful if you are looking to build!

We're diving into Mike's portfolio diversification and investment strategy. Multi-Family vs. Single Family. Let's talk about what returns you are seeing elsewhere and what you can expect with Sett Studio. As the builder an developer we are bringing additional equity you would usually have to purchase.