Mortgage interest rates in the United States are rising rapidly. In this episode, Lindsay talks about whether or not they should be the deciding factor on when to buy a home! Timestamps: 0:55 - Federal interest hike 3:39 - Interest rates explanation 6:58 - Rising mortgage rates reduce affordability 9:57 - Is it the right time to buy? Transcript -- To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.com . Connect with Spartan! Facebook: @spartaninvest...
Oct 10, 2022•12 min•Ep. 16
Timestamps: 1:51 - What does your Pro Forma include? 4:29 - DON'T wait on interest rates to change 5:48 - How Spartan presents its returns 10:08 - Don't wait to buy real estate, buy real estate and wait 12:33 - Spartan only calculates what they can accurately gauge in their Pro Forma Transcript -- To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.com . Connect with Spartan! Facebook: @spartaninvest Instagram: @spartaninvest Twitter: @spartaninvest ...
Oct 03, 2022•14 min•Ep. 15
Timestamps: 2:32 - What does a closing coordinator do? 5:04 - Communicating with your closing coordinator 9:37 - Home inspection process 13:27 - Addressing any issues you might have Transcript -- To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.com . Connect with Spartan! Facebook: @spartaninvest Instagram: @spartaninvest Twitter: @spartaninvest Connect with Lindsay! Facebook: @spartanlindsaydavis Instagram: @spartanlindsaydavis...
Sep 19, 2022•16 min•Ep. 13
Answering our frequently asked questions! 1. How much money do I need to take on this investment? 2. Does Spartan Invest offer a home warranty? Timestamps: 1:29 - How much cushion should I set aside to offset the risks? 3:29 - Does Spartan Invest provide a home warranty? Transcript -- To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.com . Connect with Spartan! Facebook: @spartaninvest Instagram: @spartaninvest Twitter: @spartaninvest Connect with ...
Sep 12, 2022•6 min•Ep. 12
Part One to the Sales Process - we cover all the questions that investors typically ask when they begin working with Spartan Invest. Timestamps: 3:10 - Focused on the now rather than the long term 6:03 - Asking questions that focus on the future 9:18 - Gauging the likelihood of success Transcript -- To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.com . Connect with Spartan! Facebook: @spartaninvest Instagram: @spartaninvest Twitter: @spartaninves...
Sep 05, 2022•14 min•Ep. 11
Our special guest, Danny Cole, is a Sales Consultant with Spartan Invest and he's joining us to discuss the in's and out's of the sales process. It's no ordinary process, as a full-service turnkey operations involves many facets so join us as Danny walks us through what to expect! Timestamps: 1:02 - Who is Danny Cole? 4:48 - How to choose a property 11:29 - How has inventory shortage effected your work? 15:45 - What happens after your placed under contract 23:50 - What advice would you give pote...
Aug 22, 2022•28 min•Ep. 10
A big question on everyone's minds - is the market finally cooling down? Some may even be asking if the market is crashing?! Lindsay discusses why the market is experiencing a cool down and how this will benefit investor clients looking to make a purchase. Timestamps: 4:25 - Inventory is back on the rise 8:08 - Home owners will soon no longer have to pay more than asking price 10:42 - Why the cool-down is a good thing 12:44 - The continued strength of the housing market Transcript -- To learn mo...
Aug 08, 2022•17 min•Ep. 9
Lindsay talks with Spartan's New Construction Project Manager about new construction, home warranties, and home inspection red flags. Michael Coffey is a licensed and certified home builder in the state of Alabama and manages all of Spartan Invest's new construction projects. Timestamps: 1:25 - Who is Michael Coffey? 5:03 - What to look for in a rental property 9:15 - Investor red flags 14:42 - "You never wanna see that on your home inspection" 19:13 - How to make sure you are covered Transcript...
Jul 25, 2022•28 min•Ep. 8
New construction properties are a huge talking point in today's real estate industry and for good reason! The inventory shortage our nation is experiencing has a lot of investors seeking more options for their portfolios. In this episode, Lindsay dives into what makes new construction homes a great investment opportunity. Timestamps: 1:19 - The growing popularity of new construction 4:40 - Pros and Cons of resale properties as investments 7:56 - Pros and Cons of resale properties as investments ...
Jul 11, 2022•21 min•Ep. 7
Lindsay is talking about a key benefit of investing in real estate and that's how real estate can hedge against inflation. Much of the US is dealing with the worries of an inflated economy but investors of rental property should keep in mind the larger benefits that come with owning their own asset. Timestamps: 1:34 - Highest year-over-year increase in 40 years 6:19 - Appreciating property values 9:02 - The intrinsic value of shelter 10:22 - Eroding your mortgage burden 14:39 - Making the best o...
Jun 27, 2022•16 min•Ep. 6
The 3 M's of Construction is a key part of discovering what needs to be completed during a renovation for Spartan Invest's rental properties. This is how we decide what needs attention during the construction process and it's how we've streamlined our renovations. Timestamps: 1:18 - Will a tenant pay more? 4:33 - Is it a safety must? 7:06 - Will it reduce long-term maintenance? Transcript -- To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.com . C...
Jun 13, 2022•13 min•Ep. 5
We've talked about how Spartan Invest sources its properties but this episode dives into how we make the decision to move forward on the contract. There are a few steps we take to make sure we're purchasing a great home with a great return. Timestamps: 1:16 - Ideal neighborhoods 4:51 - Why are so many Spartan Invest properties not in Birmingham? 7:13 - Why Spartan Invest doesn't rate neighborhoods 9:56 - How Spartan Invest renovates properties Transcript -- To learn more about our full-service t...
May 30, 2022•16 min•Ep. 4
Ever wondered where Spartan Invest finds all of the properties it purchases? We evaluate properties on a massive scale from all across our market territories so that we can find the right properties with the best returns for investors. Timestamps: 4:12 - Purchasing government foreclosures 6:28 - Clearing the property title and Right of Redemption 9:01 - Spartan Invest marketing 11:10 - The benefits of purchasing through a wholeseller Transcript -- To learn more about our full-service turnkey ope...
May 16, 2022•14 min•Ep. 3
Our Co-Founder, Maureen McCann, shares her side of the Spartan Story! Maureen's story is so inspirational. Tune in to discover how Maureen changed her life through turnkey real estate. Timestamps: 1:31 - Who is Maureen McCann? 15:18 - Your life is the result of the actions you take 17:57 - Everything you want is behind everything you fear 21:47 - What do investors say? Transcript -- To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.com . Connect wi...
May 02, 2022•26 min•Ep. 2
Listen to Lindsay share the Spartan Story! Find out how Spartan was created, all about the co-founders, and why we operate the way we do today. To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.com . Transcript Connect with Spartan! Facebook: @spartaninvest Instagram: @spartaninvest Twitter: @spartaninvest Connect with Lindsay! Facebook: @spartanlindsaydavis Instagram: @spartanlindsaydavis...
May 02, 2022•15 min•Ep. 1
Introducing, On The House with Spartan! On The House with Spartan is your go-to show for real estate and related topics. Hosted by Lindsay Davis, CEO & Co-Founder of Spartan Invest, this show covers all things real estate - from market patterns, industry insight, construction, property management, and other investment avenues. -- To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.com . Connect with Spartan! Facebook: @spartaninvest Instagram: @s...
Apr 26, 2022•1 min
