In this episode, we break down the 5 most important steps you MUST take immediately after closing on a house hack. If you just bought your first house hack (or are planning to), this episode will help you avoid costly mistakes, protect your asset, and set yourself up for long-term wealth.

House hacking is one of the fastest ways to build wealth through real estate — but only if you execute correctly after closing. From avoiding mortgage fraud to setting up proper management systems, tenant screening, and repair reserves, this episode gives you the real-world playbook we wish we had when we started.

👇 Ready to take the next step?

📩 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/roots-masterclass
🌱 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.

In this episode of The Roots Podcast, we’re joined by Seth Wilcock, founder of Resolute Lending, to talk through how real estate investors should think about financing in today’s market.

Seth shares a lender’s perspective on DSCR loans, underwriting standards, and what actually drives loan approvals behind the scenes. We dig into common misconceptions investors have about debt, how lending decisions are made, and what matters most when you’re trying to grow a portfolio responsibly.

Reach out to Seth for any of your lending needs: https://www.resolutelending.com/seth

👇 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 adviceBook 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/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.

#RootsPodcast #RealEstateInvesting #IndyInvestors #DSCRLoans #MortgageLending #RealEstateFinance #IndianapolisRealEstate #PassiveIncome #RootsRealtyCo

Why does it take so long to close your first deal in real estate?
Struggling with getting traction as a new agent or investor? Wondering why your first deal feels years away—even though others seem to move fast?

In this episode of The Roots Podcast, real estate experts Max Moore and Tyler Lingle break down why most people stay stuck for far too long—and how the right structure, mentorship, and team can cut years off your real estate journey.

PLUS: Max and Tyler share real stories from inside Roots Realty Co.—including how agents like Kyle accelerated their growth by committing fully and becoming impossible to ignore.

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

🎟️ Upcoming Events

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 podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Always consult licensed professionals before making any real estate investment decisions.

#IndianapolisRealEstate #RealEstatePodcast #RootsRealtyCo
#RealEstateInvesting #FirstDeal #W2to1099
#Mentorship #RealEstateEducation #IndyInvestors

Entrepreneur burnout, real estate leadership pressure, faith in business, and work–life balance — if 2025 felt heavy, you’re not alone.

In this episode of The Roots Podcast, Indianapolis real estate leaders Max Moore and Tyler Lingle reflect on a year defined by burnout, rapid growth, and hard leadership lessons. They share how stepping away, slowing the pace, and refocusing on faith, family, and relationships reshaped both their business and personal lives.

Here’s what we cover:
- Navigating burnout while scaling a real estate team
- Making faith-driven decisions in business
- Redefining success beyond income and production
- Leading people well without losing yourself

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 #RealEstatePodcast #EntrepreneurBurnout #FaithAndBusiness #Leadership #RootsRealtyCo

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
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/

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/
ian@defelicehomes.com

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.