The Birmingham Real Estate Investor

In this episode, Hunter welcomes  Eyal Ron with Iron City Insurance Brokers to discuss the 10 things you MUST consider when looking for insurance for your rental properties. The #1 tip is LIABILITY...tune in to find out the other 9 tips! =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer: Evernest.co Visit the Podcast Website: TheBirminghamRealEstateInvestor.com Guest: Eyal Ron with...

Repairs and maintenance are necessary evils in owning rental property. When Spencer first started investing in SFR back in 2003, he made five critical mistakes. In this episode, he will walk you through these mistakes so that you don't make the same ones. =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer: Evernest.co Visit the Podcast Website: TheBirminghamRealEstateInvestor.com Em...

Starting out in real estate investing can be tough. There are five things that can hold you back from being successful: Lack of vision Insufficient market research Poor financial management  Impatience  Lack of a growth mindset  Tune in to learn more and make sure you don't have these characteristics.  =================================== Subscribe to our podcast and leave us a review if you enjoye...

Join Spencer and Hunter in this insightful episode as they speak with Clay Collins -- an investor-friendly agent in Birmingham -- about his expertise in winning deals in the local market.  Get ready to discover: The latest market trends and insights in Birmingham Proven strategies for getting started with investing in Birmingham The benefits of working with an investor-friendly agent and a propert...

Join Spencer and Hunter in this exciting episode as they interview Thomas Holloway, the founder and owner of Holloway Home Loans, a leading provider of mortgage loans in Birmingham, Alabama. In this insightful conversation, Thomas shares his expert perspective on the current real estate market trends in Birmingham, including interest rates and predictions for the future. He also offers valuable ad...

Spencer and Hunter welcome Amy Bromberg, our Birmingham Director of Operations, to discuss Section 8 in Birmingham. They discuss the advantages and disadvantages of Section 8, including the intricate process from the initial application to move in, and the renewal process to ensure a long-lasting tenant relationship.  =================================== Subscribe to our podcast and leave us a revi...

Spencer and Hunter welcome Dominick Wallace, the founder and CEO of Wallace Capital Funding, to discuss the top five mistakes investors make with financing and how to avoid them. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Dominick offers valuable insights and practical strategies for successfully financing your real estate investments. Tune in! =================================== Contact Do...

In this episode, Spencer and Hunter welcome Steven Bode, a real estate attorney in Birmingham to discuss tax liens and tax deeds. The big question is can you get rich quick? Tune in to find out! =================================== Contact Steven: Email: sbode@cloudwillis.com Call: 205.588.4138 =================================== Check Evernest out on YouTube ➡️ https://evernest.cc/youtube ========...

In this episode, Spencer and Hunter welcome colleague and investor agent Clay Collins as he talks about what's the newest with the Birmingham market. They also discuss what he's seeing and hearing from investor veterans about the future of the Birmingham markets. Clay also reveals his two favorite submarkets of Birmingham RIGHT NOW. =================================== Check Evernest out on YouTube...

Spencer Sutton welcomes Hunter Terryn, our Birmingham BDM, and local rental investor, to discuss the three common barriers investors experience getting started in the Birmingham market. =================================== Contact Hunter: LinkedIn ➡️ Hunter Terryn Email ➡️ hterryn@evernest.co =================================== Check Evernest out on YouTube ➡️ https://evernest.cc/youtube ==========...

Spencer welcomes Hunter, the Birmingham BDM at Evernest, to give you an update on what investors are doing in the Birmingham market. Hunter brings a lot of insight in how the market is holding up, current shifts, and how investing right now can be a huge advantage for you and your wallet. =================================== Contact Hunter: LinkedIn ➡️ Hunter Terryn Email ➡️ hterryn@evernest.co ===...

In this episode, Spencer lays out five challenges real estate investors face when investing: Finding great deals Managing a rehab crew Showing the property Maintaining expectations Preparing for maintenance Here is the article as well: https://evernest.cc/3QMSdDU ===================================   If you are looking to buy in Birmingham, you can get in touch with us here -> https://evernest.cc/...

Investing in real estate is a fantastic way to build wealth. Today's episode reveals our five tips for out of state investors to succeed. Set targets Start small Get your hands dirty Build your team Don't be afraid to say no Tune in. 🎧 =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer: Evernest.co Visit the Podcast Website: TheBirminghamRealEstateInvestor.com Email the Show: podca...

In this episode, Spencer shares what we are seeing in the real estate market as of June 2022. He discusses everything from inflation, interest rates, the impact of supply and demand, whether you should buy now or wait, and more. __________ Reach out to an investor agent today → evernest.co/realestatepartner =================================== Leave us a review to let us know how much you enjoyed t...

Your greatest asset isn't your property—it's your tenant. To build a successful rental portfolio, you must take care of your tenants. And there is nothing that kills your returns more than tenant churn. No tenants = No cash flow. The key to eliminating tenant churn? Understanding the lifecycle of every tenant. If you know these 7 stages, you'll keep your tenants happy and build a legitimate rental...

In this episode, Spencer and Hunter Terryn discuss common questions investors ask (trust us— there are a lot of them). At the end of the day, there are really only three key questions you need to answer before buying in Birmingham. =================================== Leave us a review to let us know how much you enjoyed this podcast! ----------------- Connect with Matt and Spencer: Evernest.co Gue...

Episode 50! It only seemed right to have our first-ever guest, Bryan Miles, back on the show! In this episode, Bryan reveals the newest trends in Birmingham real estate investing. Including new neighborhoods and strategies that have emerged over the past two years. Get your pen and paper ready because you'll want to take notes! Tune in. 🎧 =================================== Download the calculato...

In this episode, Spencer welcomes Jonathan Mednick, the managing director of REI Trading, LLC, and a financial broker with Real Equity Realty. Jonathan specializes in turnkey properties in Birmingham, AL. Tune in. 🎧 ➡️ Turnkey: REITrading.com ➡️ Financing: REIbrokers.com ➡️ ​​ Realty: Realequityrealty.com ----------------- Connect with Matt and Spencer: Evernest.co Guest: Jonathan Mednick of REI...

Finding the right partner in real estate investing can be difficult. In this episode, Spencer Sutton explains why you need an investor-friendly agent, questions you should be asking real estate agents who claim they are investor-friendly and learn the resources they can bring you as an investor yourself. Tune in. 🎧 ----------------- Connect with Matt and Spencer: Evernest.co Visit the Podcast Web...

What separates a wannabe investor from a true real estate investor? There are many ways out there to learn how to invest in real estate. The difference isn't due to lack of information. Why are some successful and others not? Quick story. For the last number of months, Spencer had trained and got into the best shape he could for his first ever Spartan Ultra Beast in Dallas, TX. The race consists o...

In this episode you will get a special sneak peek into our new national podcast series, The Evernest Real Estate Investor. In this episode, Spencer and Gray discuss the fundamentals you need to make a great deal. From setting your investment goals and knowing how to estimate the rehab costs to making an offer. Cash is king. It is crucial to know where to look for property details, determine estima...

Finding deals is the lifeblood of the real estate investor. In recent years, the market has been hot which has left many investors wondering how they're going to find the deals they need to achieve their investment goals. In this episode, Spencer walks you through five different ways investors are finding deals even in today's hot market. You'll walk away from this episode with a fresh perspective...

In this episode, Spencer Sutton explains the pros and cons of self management vs property management . He lays out what we see to be the three main reasons someone starts to consider property management: You just became an out of state investor You're finding and leasing to the wrong people Maintenance is getting to be too much for you Sound like you? Listen & subscribe on the platform of your cho...

If you are a real estate investor, you will have tenants treat your property like trash. But, if they are damaging your property that is an entirely different battle. In this episode, Spencer explains how to deal with a tenant damaging your property. He answers questions you should ask yourself and shares a checklist you need to have. ----------------- Connect with Matt and Spencer: Evernest.co Vi...

Have you ever felt you were getting a great deal on a new rental property, but soon realized you made a horrible purchase? Did you buy a property on the wrong street? Was the condition of the house worst than you thought? Or was the layout simply so weird that you knew it needed to be redone altogether? All of these things can cost you thousands of dollars if not taken into consideration BEFORE yo...