In this episode, Spencer Sutton and Adam Hobson break down the five inspection pitfalls that many real estate investors miss. If you're buying a rental property or analyzing a deal from a wholesaler or agent, this is a step-by-step walkthrough of the big-ticket items to check before you make an offer.

You'll learn:

• Common foundation issues, what they look like, and which are deal killers
• What common type of wiring is actually a fire hazard
• How to handle critical damage, like a roof leaking in your rental, based on personal experience

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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: [email protected]

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

Copyright of Evernest 2026.

There are so many different strategies that real estate investors can use to maximize their bottom line... but deciding whether to flip a property or to buy and hold it can be challenging. In this episode of The Evernest Real Estate Investor podcast, Adam and Spencer discuss when each strategy makes the most sense.

You'll learn:

• How to determine if a property will make a great rental - or should be flipped
• When you should prioritize building capital vs. completing deals
• What makes a prime market for property flipping

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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: [email protected]

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

Copyright of Evernest 2026.

In this episode, Spencer Sutton and Adam Hobson discuss the biggest red flags of real estate deals so you can move faster, avoid overpriced properties, and make smarter buying decisions.

You'll learn:

• When it makes sense to pay for a home inspection
• How to balance speed and due diligence
• Why it's critical to find people to work with for long-term success

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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: [email protected]

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

Copyright of Evernest 2026.

Wholesaling can be a great way to start investing in real estate - as long as you avoid common mistakes, like working with an inexperienced wholesaler or mishandling a contract that hurts future business. In this episode, Adam and Spencer explain how to buy property from wholesalers like a pro.

You'll learn:

• How to determine if a wholesaler is legitimate (and why a "good offer" from a bad actor can tank more than just one deal)
• Why working with a green wholesaler and a new real estate agent is a recipe for disaster
• The importance of adjusting your scope beyond cash flow to ensure you protect your bottom line - and future business

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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: [email protected]

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

Copyright of Evernest 2026.

If you're leveraging real estate investing as a long-term strategy, renovations are inevitable - but which updates are truly worth it? In this episode, Adam and Spencer dive into the truth behind the renovations that make a difference to your bottom line (and the ones that don't).

You'll learn:

• What a tired landlord is (and how to avoid falling asleep at the wheel of your investment strategy)
• How to balance utility and aesthetics when planning renovations
• The best way to ensure your property (and rent pricing) align with neighborhood stats

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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: [email protected]

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

Copyright of Evernest 2026.

In this episode of The Real Estate Investor Show, Adam explains how he finally removed a squatter from a unit purchased as part of a 10-property package - after trying for one year! He explains what he did, what not to do, and how to navigate this challenging situation without losing his mind.

You'll learn:

• When it's worthwhile to buy a property, despite the presence of squatters
• The difference between ejection and eviction (and how long each option takes)
• What actually happens at the property when an eviction is underway

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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: [email protected]

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

Copyright of Evernest 2026.

In this episode of The Evernest Real Estate Investor Show, Spencer and Adam discuss buying hoarder houses - what strategies to use, common pitfalls, and the misconceptions behind purchasing distressed homes (spoiler: good investors aren't taking advantage of people!).

You'll learn:

• How to investigate distressed property while treating the owners kindly
• Why you need to assume the worst if you can't see the floors of a unit
• How to keep your numbers (and your bottom line) top of mind as you're fleshing out these kinds of deals

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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: [email protected]

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

Copyright of Evernest 2026.

Seasoned real estate investors Adam Hobson and Spencer Sutton look back at their investing journeys and reflect on the lessons they learned and what they would change.

You'll learn:

• Why Spencer wouldn't start over in retail franchising
• How wholesaling can set you up for long-term success (despite short-term pains!)
• Why you should always be developing yourself professionally and personally

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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: [email protected]

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

Copyright of Evernest 2025.

Real estate investments are a fantastic way to build lasting wealth - but there are plenty of mistakes people make when trying to build their rental portfolio. In this episode, experts Adam Hobson and Spencer Sutton discuss the most common problems new investors face and how to set up an investment spread that withstands the test of time.

You'll learn:

• Why focusing only on cash flow will lead to disaster
• The importance of understanding rehab scope (and where it can all go wrong)
• How to uphold good tenant screening practices even when you're tempted to fill your property fast
• The relationship between price vs. product so you can properly price your rental

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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: [email protected]

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

Copyright of Evernest 2025.

Co-host Adam Hobson shares the hard lessons he learned when buying his first commercial investment property - from the questions he should have asked to the pitfalls he fell into so that your first deal goes more smoothly.

You'll learn:

• How commercial real estate differs from residential real estate as a money-making strategy
• The power behind a triple-net lease (and how it's just like owner-financing)
• What Adam would do differently after 15+ years of experience
• How he turned it all around (and made a five-figure profit)

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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: [email protected]

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

Copyright of Evernest 2025.