The Evernest Real Estate Investor

Matthew Whitaker, Spencer Sutton, and Gray Hall
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The Evernest Real Estate Investor

Are you a new investor looking to buy your first rental property? Or a busy executive looking to deploy capital into cash flowing rental properties? Are you interested in flipping houses or becoming a wholesaler? Are you looking to invest in different markets around the US? If you fall in any of those buckets, this podcast is for you. Join seasoned rental investors and co-hosts Matthew Whitaker, Spencer Sutton, and Gray Hall for in-depth conversations about real estate investing, deal analysis, market spotlights, success stories, and much more. Our guests are industry experts who share their knowledge from every niche of real estate investing — so that you can apply it in your business today. You’ll get tips and insights into buying rentals in markets like: • Birmingham, AL • Denver, CO • Atlanta, GA • Columbus, OH • Detroit, MI • Little Rock, AR • Jackson, MS • Nashville, TN And many more! The Evernest Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Evernest, a property management and brokerage company based out of Birmingham, AL that specializes in single-family and small-multi family rental properties. Check us out at our website https://www.evernest.co to learn more.

  1. The Best Way to Fund Your First Real Estate Deal (Even with No Money)

    3D AGO

    The Best Way to Fund Your First Real Estate Deal (Even with No Money)

    How do you fund your first real estate deal if you don’t have money? In this episode, Spencer Sutton and Adam Hobson break down creative real estate financing strategies used by investors to buy deals without using their own cash. Whether you're flipping houses, buying rentals, or wholesaling, this episode shows how real estate investors finance deals and scale. You'll Learn: How to use OPM to fund your next deal What hard money is (and how to leverage it) The strategy behind refinancing How to build lasting and lucrative relationships with investors Favorite Quote: "There's really no excuse; if you want to do something, you can. The money's out there." Who Should Listen: 📈 Aspiring investors who don't have enough capital to fund deals on their own 💰 Experienced pros who have realized that using OPM can take their portfolio further 🎧 Everyone who wants to build long-term wealth through real estate investments =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer at Evernest: Evernest.co Hosts: Spencer Sutton and Adam Hobson Visit the Podcast Website: Evernest.co/podcasts Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co =================================== Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Evernest 2025.

    27 min
  2. How to Find Real Estate Deals in 2025 (Most Investors Don't Know This)

    JUN 30

    How to Find Real Estate Deals in 2025 (Most Investors Don't Know This)

    All successful real estate investors have one thing in common: they land deals. In this episode, Spencer and Adam offer actionable advice on how to start or improve your lead generation efforts - including why 99% of newbies fail (and how to be part of the 1% who win). You’ll Learn: How to find real estate deals for free  The importance of persistence What seasoned investors are doing on social media to boost business How starting imperfectly actually puts you ahead Which marketing strategies cost more than they're worth Favorite Quote: "If you don't quit, you'll eventually win." Who Should Listen: 📈 New investors looking to land their first deal 💰 Seasoned pros who need to reenergize their efforts 🎧 Anyone serious about building long-term wealth through real estate Subscribe to our podcast and leave us a review if you enjoyed this episode! =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer at Evernest: Evernest.co Hosts: Spencer Sutton and Adam Hobson Visit the Podcast Website: Evernest.co/podcasts Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co =================================== Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Evernest 2025.

    39 min
  3. Real Estate Investing Mistakes that Will Cost You Thousands

    JUN 23

    Real Estate Investing Mistakes that Will Cost You Thousands

    In this no-fluff, real-talk episode, Spencer and Adam pull back the curtain on the most common and costly mistakes real estate investors make. Whether you're just starting or scaling your portfolio, this episode will save you serious money, time, and stress. Adam shares battle scars from his first 12 deals, Spencer confesses to his eviction nightmares, and together they break down everything from rookie number-crunching failures to the myths of passive income. You’ll Learn: Why trying to "time the market" is a trap—and what to do instead The one thing new investors always underestimate What actually makes income passive (spoiler: not much) Why not having reserves is a recipe for disaster How poor resident screening could burn your cash and your house What happens when you trust turnkey rental packages blindly Why networking (even for introverts) might be your best deal source What Adam learned from flood zones, sketchy bedrooms, and fake 3BR listings The critical importance of exit strategies in any deal Why weak desires = weak results—and how to stay hungry and win Favorite Quote: "You have weak desires, you have weak results. If you're not aiming for something, don't be surprised when you hit nothing." Who Should Listen: 📈 New investors who want to skip rookie mistakes 💰 Seasoned pros who need a gut check 🎧 Anyone serious about building long-term wealth through real estate Subscribe to our podcast and leave us a review if you enjoyed this episode! =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer at Evernest: Evernest.co Hosts: Spencer Sutton and Adam Hobson Visit the Podcast Website: Evernest.co/podcasts Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co =================================== Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Evernest 2025.

    30 min
  4. The Secret Every Successful Real Estate Investor Knows

    JUN 16

    The Secret Every Successful Real Estate Investor Knows

    Welcome back to the relaunch of the Evernest Real Estate Investor Podcast! In this raw, no-fluff conversation, Spencer is joined by new co-host Adam Hobson—a real estate investor who literally sold his truck, his guns, and everything short of the kitchen sink just to stay afloat while chasing financial freedom. In this episode, Adam shares how he stumbled (and hustled) his way into real estate by way of midnight bandit signs, failed ventures, and the ever-classic Rich Dad Poor Dad moment. Together, Spencer and Adam break down the six main exit strategies every smart investor should know before making an offer—and why betting on just one is a recipe for failure. Topics Covered: Adam’s brutal early years: selling everything to stay in the game What wholesaling really is...and why it’s misunderstood Why “Bandit Signs” still work (and why everyone hates them) The magic of inspection periods and how beginners can leverage them What every investor needs to understand about owner financing (including tax traps most people miss) The difference between wholesaling, flipping, and "wholetailing" Midterm rentals, house hacking, and when short-term rentals don’t make sense How to think like a seasoned investor: building in multiple exit strategies from day one Subscribe to our podcast and leave us a review if you enjoyed this episode! =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer at Evernest: Evernest.co Hosts: Spencer Sutton and Adam Hobson Special Guest (Spencer's New Co-host!): Adam Hobson Visit the Podcast Website: Evernest.co/podcasts Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co =================================== Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Evernest 2025.

    39 min
  5. BONUS RE-RELEASE - Investing Strategy From 20 Year Real Estate Vet, Jonathan Mednick

    JUN 9

    BONUS RE-RELEASE - Investing Strategy From 20 Year Real Estate Vet, Jonathan Mednick

    Spencer and Gray welcome Jonathan Mednick to the Podcast (originally Episode 32). Jonathan is the co-founder of REI Trader, a Birmingham-based investment company.  We cover a lot of ground in this episode covering everything from, Why Jonathan chose Birmingham as his home base for building a 100+ rental portfolio Predictions on the housing market for the rest of 2022 The secret to managing turnkey properties as an out-of-state investor Multi-family, short-term rentals, exit strategies, financing rentals, and more! ____________ Learn more about REITrader.com (buy & sell properties) and REIBrokers.com (financing) today! ____________ Looking to buy rentals in Birmingham? Learn more >> https://evernest.cc/3sJ3gnO ____________ Enjoyed the episode? Leave us a review and tell us about it!   =================================== Investing in real estate without needing to be the expert sounds like a pipedream. Well, it isn’t. When you work with Evernest’s in-house brokerage team of investor-friendly Real Estate Agents, you get the simplest way to build a local team and grow your rental portfolio all at the same time. Learn more ➡️ https://www.evernest.co/pocket-listings/ =================================== Subscribe to our podcast and leave us a review if you enjoyed this episode! =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer at Evernest: Evernest.co Hosts: Spencer Sutton, Matthew Whitaker, and Gray Hall Guest: Jonathan Mednick of REI Trader Visit the Podcast Website: Evernest.co/podcasts Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co =================================== Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Evernest 2022.

    47 min
  6. BONUS RE-RELEASE - Buying Your First, Second, Third, or Fourth Rental Property? Here's the Process.

    JUN 2

    BONUS RE-RELEASE - Buying Your First, Second, Third, or Fourth Rental Property? Here's the Process.

    In this episode (originally Episode 51), Spencer and Gray discuss the process of buying your first (or fourth) rental property and what you need to know before you purchase. The four steps they cover include: Setting your target Connect with local market experts Analyze deals and get under contract Due diligence period =================================== Watch on YouTube ➡️ https://evernest.cc/Episode51 Download the calculator here ➡️ evernest.co/calculator Check our renovation analysis on Jackson to see the spreadsheet in action ➡️ https://evernest.cc/3SHr6eD Check out the Brokerage Process Diagram ➡️ https://evernest.cc/3VnfNdl =================================== Investing in real estate without needing to be the expert sounds like a pipedream. Well, it isn’t. When you work with Evernest’s in-house brokerage team of investor-friendly Real Estate Agents, you get the simplest way to build a local team and grow your rental portfolio all at the same time. Learn more ➡️ https://www.evernest.co/pocket-listings/ =================================== Subscribe to our podcast and leave us a review if you enjoyed this episode! =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer at Evernest: Evernest.co Visit the Podcast Website: Evernest.co/podcasts Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co =================================== Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Evernest 2023.

    23 min
  7. Real Estate Myths Debunked!

    11/06/2023

    Real Estate Myths Debunked!

    Real estate has a long history of some widely held beliefs. Some of these are true, like, "The best time to buy real estate was 20 years ago, and the second best time is today." But other beliefs are simply myths and stories that have been told. In this episode, we'll explore five commonly believed real estate myths.  =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer at Evernest: Evernest.co Visit the Podcast Website: 300to3000.com Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co =================================== Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Evernest 2023.

    16 min
  8. 3 Qualities of the Most Successful Investors in 2023

    10/30/2023

    3 Qualities of the Most Successful Investors in 2023

    The market has changed in the past 24 months, and the most successful investors have adapted. Tune in and hear what Spencer is seeing in the best and brightest investors today. =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer at Evernest: Evernest.co Visit the Podcast Website: 300to3000.com Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co =================================== Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Evernest 2023.

    18 min
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Are you a new investor looking to buy your first rental property? Or a busy executive looking to deploy capital into cash flowing rental properties? Are you interested in flipping houses or becoming a wholesaler? Are you looking to invest in different markets around the US? If you fall in any of those buckets, this podcast is for you. Join seasoned rental investors and co-hosts Matthew Whitaker, Spencer Sutton, and Gray Hall for in-depth conversations about real estate investing, deal analysis, market spotlights, success stories, and much more. Our guests are industry experts who share their knowledge from every niche of real estate investing — so that you can apply it in your business today. You’ll get tips and insights into buying rentals in markets like: • Birmingham, AL • Denver, CO • Atlanta, GA • Columbus, OH • Detroit, MI • Little Rock, AR • Jackson, MS • Nashville, TN And many more! The Evernest Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Evernest, a property management and brokerage company based out of Birmingham, AL that specializes in single-family and small-multi family rental properties. Check us out at our website https://www.evernest.co to learn more.

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  • Creator
    Matthew Whitaker, Spencer Sutton, and Gray Hall
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright of Evernest 2022
  • Show Website
    The Evernest Real Estate Investor

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