Indianapolis real estate, house hacking, first-time home buying, and leaving the W2 grind. In this Roots Podcast episode, teacher-turned-agent Kyle Hoffman breaks down why Indy is booming and how real estate changed his life.

Struggling with feeling stuck in a W2 job? Wondering if taking a leap into real estate—or investing in a growing city like Indianapolis—could actually change your life?

In this episode of The Roots Podcast, hosts Max Moore and Tyler Lingle sit down with Roots Realty Co. agent Kyle Hoffman to unpack his journey from the classroom to full-time agency—and why Indianapolis is still wildly underrated.

📞 Connect With Kyle
Book a Call: https://rootsrealty.co/about/kyle-hoffman
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khoffx/

PLUS: Real stories from the field, first-deal lessons, and why Kyle has become one of Roots’ go-to agents for first-time buyers and house hackers.

Ready to take the next step? Follow the plan below:

📩 STEP 1 – Stay in the loop
Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsrealty.co/join-roots-newsletter
Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RootsRealtyCo?sub_confirmation=1
Come to our next live event: https://rootsrealty.co/events

📅 STEP 2 – Get expert advice
Book a free intro call with Max or Tyler:
Max: https://bit.ly/4fQMRmW
Tyler: https://bit.ly/3PMrJ6G

🤝 STEP 3 – Get matched with an agent
https://rootsrealty.co/buy/book-a-consultation

🎟️ Come to our next event: https://rootsrealty.co/events
🌱 Coffee & Connect: https://bit.ly/roots-cofeeconnect

📸 Follow Us
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Max Moore: https://www.instagram.com/maxxmoorre/
Tyler Lingle: https://www.instagram.com/tyler_lingle/

Timestamps
0:00 Intro
1:20 Restarting in Indy with $50k 3:24 One Free Billboard in Indy for a Week
4:26 Describe Indy in One Word
5:44 Undiscovered Indy Gems
8:36 From W2 to Entrepreneurial Freedom
13:25 How He Created Value in Real Estate
18:26 Teaching Parallels Real Estate
23:30 Finding Your Niche
26:45 Favorite Brunch Spot in Indy
28:24 One Habit That Has Changed Your Life
30:35 Area of Life You’re Focused on Growing

Disclaimer:
This video is for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing in this video should be construed as legal, tax, or financial advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making any real estate investment decisions.

#IndianapolisRealEstate #RootsPodcast #HouseHacking #IndyInvestors #RealEstateCareers #MidwestRealEstate #FinancialFreedom #FirstTimeHomeBuyer #W2toEntrepreneur

In this episode, Max Moore and Tyler Lingle tackle one of the most misunderstood questions in real estate investing and home buying:Should you ever buy a property based solely on interest rates?

With rates hovering around the 6–7% range, many buyers feel frozen on the sidelines—waiting for “better” conditions. But is that actually the smart move?

In this conversation, we break down:

- Why interest rates matter far less long-term than most people think

- The difference between buying a primary residence vs. an investment property

- Why location, purchase price, and cash flow beat rates every time

- How the 3% rate era distorted buyer psychology

- What today’s supply-and-demand dynamics mean for negotiations

- When higher rates can still produce excellent deals- Why “just waiting for rates to drop” can actually cost you more

They also share real-world examples—including buying an investment property at 8% interest—and explain how to properly evaluate deals using math, not emotion.

If you’re thinking about buying a home, investing in real estate, or just trying to understand how rates actually affect long-term wealth, this episode is a must-watch.

👇 Ready to take the next step? Follow the plan below:

📩 STEP 1 – Stay in the loop

Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsrealty.co/join-roots-newsletter

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RootsRealtyCo?sub_confirmation=1

Come to our next live event: https://rootsrealty.co/events

📅 STEP 2 – Get expert advice

Book a free intro call with Max or Tyler:

Max: https://bit.ly/4fQMRmW

Tyler: https://bit.ly/3PMrJ6G

🤝 STEP 3 – Get matched with an agenthttps://rootsrealty.co/buy/book-a-consultation

🎟️ Join the Next Masterclass: https://bit.ly/roots-masterclass

🌱 Come to our Next Coffee & Connect: https://bit.ly/roots-cofeeconnect

📸 Follow Us

Roots Realty Co: https://www.instagram.com/roots.realty.co/

Max Moore: https://www.instagram.com/maxxmoorre/

Tyler Lingle: https://www.instagram.com/tyler_lingle/

Disclaimer:This video is for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing in this video should be construed as legal, tax, or financial advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making any real estate investment decisions.

Struggling to find real community, purpose, or momentum where you live? Wondering why some cities feel closed-off while others seem to open doors everywhere you turn?

In this recap episode of The Roots Podcast, real estate experts Max Moore and Tyler Lingle break down the biggest takeaways from their powerful conversation with fellow Roots Realty Co. agent Ian DeFelice.

What started as a discussion around faith and purpose quickly turned into a deeper realization: Indianapolis offers a rare combination of accessibility, opportunity, and community that’s hard to find anywhere else.

Whether you’re a young entrepreneur, an investor, or someone searching for deeper connection,

this episode is packed with insights on how Indy’s culture of openness, collaboration, and relational equity can accelerate both your personal and professional growth.

Here’s what we cover:
- Why Indianapolis is a “forward-looking” city that welcomes newcomers
- How community—not just housing or jobs—drives real opportunity
- The power of becoming a regular and building relational equity
- Why tribes, faith, and consistency matter more than talent alone
- How Indy’s growth moment makes right now the best time to plug in

PLUS: Max and Tyler share real stories of how one connection leads to another—and how showing up consistently changes everything.

Ready to take the next step? Follow the plan below:

📩 STEP 1 – Stay in the loop
Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsrealty.co/join-roots-newsletter
Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RootsRealtyCo?sub_confirmation=1
Come to our next live event: https://rootsrealty.co/events

📅 STEP 2 – Get expert advice
Book a free intro call with Max or Tyler:
Max: https://bit.ly/4fQMRmW
Tyler: https://bit.ly/3PMrJ6G

🤝 STEP 3 – Get matched with an agent
https://rootsrealty.co/buy/book-a-consultation
🎟️ Come to our next event: https://rootsrealty.co/events
🌱 Come to our Next Coffee & Connect: https://bit.ly/roots-cofeeconnect

📸 Follow Us
Roots Realty Co: https://www.instagram.com/roots.realty.co/
Max Moore: https://www.instagram.com/maxxmoorre/
Tyler Lingle: https://www.instagram.com/tyler_lingle/

Disclaimer:
This video is for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing in this video should be construed as legal, tax, or financial advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making any real estate investment decisions.

#️⃣ #IndianapolisRealEstate #IndyEntrepreneurs #RootsRealtyCo #TheRootsPodcast #CommunityOverEverything #RelationalEquity #FaithAndWork #IndyInvestors #MidwestLiving

Struggling to find community, purpose, or long-term direction in a growing city like Indianapolis? Wondering if you should stay planted or move on—personally, professionally, or financially?

In this episode of The Roots Podcast, hosts Tyler Lingle and Max Moore sit down with Roots Realty Co. agent Ian DeFelice to talk about what it really means to plant roots in Indianapolis—through faith, relationships, real estate, and intentional living.

Ian shares why Indianapolis is one of the most underrated cities in the country, how community fuels both business and fulfillment, and why genuine curiosity—not networking tactics—is the key to meaningful relationships.

Whether you’re:
- A first-time homebuyer or renter considering buying
- A real estate agent wondering how to build a values-driven business
- Someone searching for deeper community and purpose
This episode will challenge the way you think about success, money, and where you choose to plant your life.

PLUS: Ian shares his personal journey from small-town Indiana to becoming a trusted first-time homebuyer agent—and why helping renters build a plan matters more than closing deals.

Connect with Ian:
Ian DeFelice: https://www.instagram.com/iandefelice/
[email protected]

Ready to take the next step? Follow the plan below:

📩 STEP 1 – Stay in the loop
Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsrealty.co/join-roots-newsletter
Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RootsRealtyCo?sub_confirmation=1
Come to our next live event: https://rootsrealty.co/events

📅 STEP 2 – Get expert advice
Book a free intro call with Max or Tyler:
Max Moore: https://bit.ly/4fQMRmW
Tyler Lingle: https://bit.ly/3PMrJ6G

🤝 STEP 3 – Get matched with an agent
https://rootsrealty.co/buy/book-a-consultation

🎟️ Events & Community
Next Masterclass: https://bit.ly/roots-masterclass
Coffee & Connect: https://bit.ly/roots-cofeeconnect

📸 Follow Us
Roots Realty Co: https://www.instagram.com/roots.realty.co/
Tyler Lingle: https://www.instagram.com/tyler_lingle/
Max Moore: https://www.instagram.com/maxxmoorre/
@properties: https://www.instagram.com/atpropertiesind/

Disclaimer:
This video is for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing in this video should be construed as legal, tax, or financial advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making any real estate or investment decisions.

Struggling to decide between short-term rentals and mid-term rentals in Indianapolis? Wondering which strategy actually performs going into 2026?

In this episode of The Roots Podcast, real estate experts Max Moore and Tyler Lingle break down the real vacancy trends, rent ranges, furnishing costs, and which rental play is actually winning right now. If you’re trying to boost cash flow or choose the right strategy for your next unit, this episode gives you the clarity you need.

Here’s what we cover:
• STR daily rate + occupancy trends
• When MTR makes sense (and when it doesn’t)
• True cost of furnishings and payback math
• Why location and pricing beat photos
• Indy neighborhoods still performing for both strategies

PLUS: real investor examples, wins, and mistakes we’re seeing at our events.

Ready to take the next step? Follow the plan below:

📩 STEP 1 – Stay in the loop
Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsrealty.co/join-roots-newsletter
Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RootsRealtyCo?sub_confirmation=1
Come to our next live event: https://rootsrealty.co/events

📅 STEP 2 – Get expert advice
Book a free intro call with Max or Tyler:
Max: https://bit.ly/4fQMRmW
Tyler: https://bit.ly/3PMrJ6G

🤝 STEP 3 – Get matched with an agent
https://rootsrealty.co/buy/book-a-consultation

🎟️ Come to our next event: https://rootsrealty.co/events
🌱 Ready to start your real estate journey? https://bit.ly/3WoIRTN

📸 Follow Us
Roots Realty Co: https://www.instagram.com/roots.realty.co/
Max Moore: https://www.instagram.com/maxxmoorre/
Tyler Lingle: https://www.instagram.com/tyler_lingle/

Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing in this video should be construed as legal, tax, or financial advice.

In this recap episode, Max Moore and Tyler Lingle break down their conversation with Tadd Miller — CEO and Co-Founder of Milhaus, a major Indianapolis commercial real estate developer with over $5B+ in residential and commercial projects. Tadd’s perspective on scaling, equity, development, and long-term wealth is a wake-up call for any investor trying to level up.

His core message: do your homework. Whether you’re buying your first single-family rental or preparing for a large commercial development, the path to real scale requires reps, mentorship, and intentional learning.

Max and Tyler’s top takeaways:

Why “doing your homework” is the foundation of any scalable portfolio

How Tadd built expertise across architecture, construction, residential & commercial development

Why single-family rentals alone won’t create generational equity

How to decide whether you’re built to scale or stay small

Why deals with a real “moat” generate long-term wealth

If you’re questioning your strategy, your scale, or the steps you’re taking toward true equity and wealth building… this episode brings clarity.

👇 Ready to take the next step? Follow the plan below:

📩 STEP 1 – Stay in the loop
Newsletter: https://rootsrealty.co/join-roots-newsletter
Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RootsRealtyCo?sub_confirmation=1
Come to our next live event: https://rootsrealty.co/events

📅 STEP 2 – Get expert advice
Book a free intro call:
Max — https://bit.ly/4fQMRmW
Tyler — https://bit.ly/3PMrJ6G

🤝 STEP 3 – Get matched with an agent
https://rootsrealty.co/buy/book-a-consultation

🎟️ Join the Next Masterclass
https://bit.ly/roots-masterclass

🌱 Start Your Real Estate Journey
https://rootsrealty.co

📸 Follow Us
Roots Realty Co: https://www.instagram.com/roots.realty.co/
Max Moore: https://www.instagram.com/maxxmoorre/
Tyler Lingle: https://www.instagram.com/tyler_lingle/

Disclaimer:
This video is for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing in this video should be construed as legal, tax, or financial advice. Always consult licensed professionals before making investment decisions.

On this episode of The Roots Podcast, Tyler Lingle and Max Moore sit down with Tadd Miller, co-founder and CEO of Milhaus, a $5B+ real estate firm reshaping urban neighborhoods. 

Tadd breaks down why running a 1-unit deal vs. a 200-unit deal isn’t as different as people think - and what that means if you actually want generational wealth, not just a handful of rentals.

He shares why he sold off his single-family portfolio, how to think about scale vs. “starter” deals, and when high-income professionals should stop buying more houses and start backing the right operators instead.

👇 Ready to take the next step? Follow the plan below:

📩 STEP 1 – Stay in the loop

Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsrealty.co/join-roots-newsletter

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RootsRealtyCo?sub_confirmation=1

Come to our next live event: https://rootsrealty.co/events

📅 STEP 2 – Get expert advice

Book a free intro call with Max or Tyler:

Max: https://bit.ly/4fQMRmW

Tyler: https://bit.ly/3PMrJ6G

🤝 STEP 3 – Get matched with an agent

https://rootsrealty.co/buy/book-a-consultation

🎟️ Join the Next Masterclass: https://bit.ly/rootsmasterclass

🌱 Ready to Start Your Real Estate Journey? https://bit.ly/3WoIRTN

📸 Follow Us

Roots Realty Co: https://www.instagram.com/roots.realty.co/

Max Moore: https://www.instagram.com/maxxmoorre/

Tyler Lingle: https://www.instagram.com/tyler_lingle/

Disclaimer:This video is for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing in this video should be construed as legal, tax, or financial advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making any real estate investment decisions.

Struggling to figure out if a 50-year mortgage is a brilliant affordability hack or a disaster for buyers and the housing market? Wondering why Dave Ramsey is furious while investors are quietly excited?

In this episode of The Roots Podcast, Indianapolis real estate experts Max Moore and Tyler Lingle break down the real math behind a potential 50-year mortgage—how much it actually changes your payment, what it does to your total interest, who it really helps, and why it could supercharge appreciation while crushing long-term affordability.

Here’s what we cover:
• 30-year vs 50-year mortgage payment and interest comparisons
• How a 50-year loan could change investor cash flow and qualification
• Why this might boost prices more than it boosts true affordability
• The “use it as a bridge then refi” strategy (and its risks)
• What a 50-year mortgage could mean for first-time buyers in the next cycle

Ready to take the next step? Follow the plan below:

📩 STEP 1 – Stay in the loop
Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsrealty.co/join-roots-newsletter
Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RootsRealtyCo?sub_confirmation=1
Come to our next live event: https://rootsrealty.co/events

📅 STEP 2 – Get expert advice
Book a free intro call with Max or Tyler:
Max: https://bit.ly/4fQMRmW
Tyler: https://bit.ly/3PMrJ6G

🤝 STEP 3 – Get matched with an agent
https://rootsrealty.co/buy/book-a-consultation

🎟️ Come to our next event: https://rootsrealty.co/events
🌱 Ready to start your real estate journey? https://bit.ly/3WoIRTN

📸 Follow Us
Roots Realty Co: https://www.instagram.com/roots.realty.co/
Max Moore: https://www.instagram.com/maxxmoorre/
Tyler Lingle: https://www.instagram.com/tyler_lingle/

Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing in this video should be construed as legal, tax, or financial advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making any real estate investment decisions.

Struggling to make sense of the Indianapolis real estate market right now? You’re not alone. In this recap episode of The Roots Podcast, hosts Max Moore and Tyler Lingle unpack their biggest takeaways from Episode 31 with Steve Lehman — The Grumpy Real Estate Investor.

From his brutally honest takes on flips, BRRRRs, and the current Indy market, to his unfiltered advice on what not to buy, Steve’s perspective left the guys both challenged and inspired. Max and Tyler dive into:

- Why the Indy market feels so tight — and what’s still actually working.

- The one investment strategy Steve says is worth your time (and why).

- Their candid debate on New Group vs. Louisville/Cincy multifamily.

- The surprising Indy pocket Steve says is still undervalued.

- A fresh new segment: Roots Ranks — and where real estate lands on Steve’s list.

PLUS: The guys talk about how they’re personally adjusting their strategies heading into winter, from medium-term rentals (MTRs) to stacking cash for the next wave of opportunities.

👇 Ready to take the next step? Follow the plan below:

📩 STEP 1 – Stay in the loop

Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsrealty.co/join-roots-newsletter

Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RootsRealtyCo?sub_confirmation=1

Come to our next live event: https://rootsrealty.co/events

📅 STEP 2 – Get expert advice

Book a free intro call with Max or Tyler:

Max: https://bit.ly/4fQMRmW

Tyler: https://bit.ly/3PMrJ6G

🤝 STEP 3 – Get matched with an agenthttps://rootsrealty.co/buy/book-a-consultation

🎟️ Join the Next Masterclass: https://bit.ly/rootsmasterclass

🌱 Start Your Real Estate Journey: https://bit.ly/3WoIRTN

📸 Follow Us

Roots Realty Co: https://www.instagram.com/roots.realty.co/

Max Moore: https://www.instagram.com/maxxmoorre/

Tyler Lingle: https://www.instagram.com/tyler_lingle/

Disclaimer:This video is for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing in this video should be construed as legal, tax, or financial advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making any real estate investment decisions.#IndianapolisRealEstate #RealEstateInvesting #RootsRealtyCo #IndyInvestors #RealEstatePodcast #PassiveIncome #LandlordTips #IndyMarket #BRRRRStrategy #MidTermRentals

This week, hosts Tyler Lingle and Max Moore sit down with Steve Lehman (aka The Grumpy Real Estate Investor) to talk through squatter strategy, wholesaler traps, new-build math, tax sales, re-parceled duplex headaches, and where he would and wouldn’t buy in Indy today. WILD stories, blunt insights, and super practical playbooks inside.

You’ll learn: how to enter Indy with limited capital, the neighborhoods to approach with caution vs. the overlooked pockets worth watching, what to demand before wiring earnest money to a wholesaler, and how Steve calmly clears a squatter without escalating.

👇 Ready to take the next step? Follow the plan below:

📩 STEP 1 – Stay in the loop
Join the Roots Newsletter → https://rootsrealty.co/join-roots-newsletter
Subscribe on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@RootsRealtyCo?sub_confirmation=1
Attend our next live event → https://rootsrealty.co/events

📅 STEP 2 – Get expert advice
Book a free intro call:
Max → https://bit.ly/4fQMRmW
Tyler → https://bit.ly/3PMrJ6G

🤝 STEP 3 – Get matched with an agent
https://rootsrealty.co/buy/book-a-consultation

🎟️ Join the Next Masterclass
https://bit.ly/rootsmasterclass

🌱 Ready to Start Your Real Estate Journey?
https://bit.ly/3WoIRTN

📸 Follow Us
Roots Realty Co → https://www.instagram.com/roots.realty.co/
Max Moore → https://www.instagram.com/maxxmoorre/
Tyler Lingle → https://www.instagram.com/tyler_lingle/
Steve Lehman → https://www.instagram.com/grumpy_real_estate_investor_/

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing in this episode should be construed as legal, tax, or financial advice. Always consult licensed professionals before making real estate decisions.

What we Covered 👇
0:00 – Intro
1:30 – Build Wealth Starting Over w/ $15k
3:14 – One Free Billboard in Indy
4:53 – Describe Indy in One Word
6:08 – WORST Indy Neighborhoods
7:59 – Hidden Gem Neighborhoods
10:41 – DEEP Dive on Indy Real Estate
19:32 – Steve’s Tax Sale Strategies
25:17 – CONTROVERSIAL New Build Opinion
34:12 – How Do Wholesalers TAKE ADVANTAGE
38:36 – Re-Parceled Duplexes
40:26 – RANKING Investment Strategies
50:27 – Favorite Indy Restaurant
52:21 – Quitting Cocaine
53:15 – Area of Life Growing