Wise Move Podcast

Jumping in to Investments from house hacking and beyond - EP 1


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In this episode of Wise Move, host Meredith Buckland chats with Atlanta-based realtor and investor Mike Lacy about building long-term wealth through house hacking, smart financing, and a game-like approach to investing. From buying duplexes in his 20s to managing flips and growing a real estate business, Mike reveals how strategy and patience can lead to financial freedom. Learn how he scaled without pressure—and why your first deal is the key to everything.

🎧 Hosted by: Meredith Buckland

👤 Guest:🏡 Mike Lacy – Realtor & Real Estate Investor

Mike Lacy — Mike Lacy is a top-producing REALTOR® and real estate investor based in Atlanta, celebrated for turning strategic insight into tangible wealth-building results. With a background in Economics from the University of Georgia, Mike has amassed over $1 million in real estate assets through house hacking, rentals, and flips. He’s consistently ranked among Atlanta’s top agents and was named a 2024 ARA Top Producer. Known for his data-driven, client-first approach, Mike empowers first-time buyers and seasoned investors alike with practical strategies, coaching, and negotiation skills that deliver real results. His mission is simple: help others build and protect wealth through real estate.

💡 Key Topics Covered:

✔️ Breaking down house hacking in simple terms

✔️ How to buy smart with little money down

✔️ Real estate ROI: how Mike runs the numbers

✔️ “House stacking” your way to financial independence

✔️ Advice for first-time homebuyers and investors

📇 Connect with Mike Lacy:

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/realmikelacy

🌎 Website → https://www.compass.com/agents/mike-lacy/

🎙 Follow Meredith Buckland – Wise Move:

🌎 Website → https://www.meredithbuckland.com/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/meredithbucklandrealtor/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithbuckland/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/meredithbucklandrealtor/

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💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate -https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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