The Evernest Real Estate Investor

Episode 151: Reacting to Viral Real Estate Advice… It's Worse Than You Think

Adam Hobson and Brian Miles react to viral real estate investing videos and break down what's real, what's misleading, and what investors actually need to know in 2026. You'll learn: * Which influencer buzzwords are huge red flags * If Section 8 is actually a viable, profit-making strategy (and what can prevent Section 8 owners from making cash flow) * How to see through the wholesaling hype to build a game plan that lasts =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer at Evernest: Evernest.co [https://evernest.co/] Hosts: Spencer Sutton [https://www.linkedin.com/in/spsutton/] and Adam Hobson [https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-hobson-88ba20195/] Guest Co-host: Brian Miles Visit the Podcast Website: Evernest.co/podcasts [https://www.evernest.co/podcasts/] Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co [podcast@evernest.co] =================================== Production House: Flint Stone Media [http://flintstonemedia.com/] Copyright of Evernest 2026.

Episode 150: How to Find Private Lenders for Real Estate Deals

In this episode, Adam Hobson and Brian Miles explain how investors use private capital to fund real estate deals without banks, and what lenders look for before investing in a property. You'll learn: * Why some investors choose to work with private lenders * Tips for finding private lenders in your market * How to become a private lender (even while building your own wealth) =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer at Evernest: Evernest.co [https://evernest.co/] Hosts: Spencer Sutton [https://www.linkedin.com/in/spsutton/] and Adam Hobson [https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-hobson-88ba20195/] Guest: Brian Miles Visit the Podcast Website: Evernest.co/podcasts [https://www.evernest.co/podcasts/] Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co [podcast@evernest.co] =================================== Production House: Flint Stone Media [http://flintstonemedia.com/] Copyright of Evernest 2026.

Episode 149: How to Scale from 1 to 5 Rental Properties (Here's What Works)

Spencer Sutton and Adam Hobson break down how to realistically scale from your first rental property to five (without falling for guru advice or flashy marketing). Whether you're just getting started or stuck on your first deal, this episode gives you practical steps to grow the right way. You'll learn: * How to leverage your vision of success to set the foundation for lasting success * Where to start if you don't have liquid capital or extensive credit * The importance of being a humble learner (and how to find a local investing mentor) =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer at Evernest: Evernest.co [https://evernest.co/] Hosts: Spencer Sutton [https://www.linkedin.com/in/spsutton/] and Adam Hobson [https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-hobson-88ba20195/] Visit the Podcast Website: Evernest.co/podcasts [https://www.evernest.co/podcasts/] Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co [podcast@evernest.co] =================================== Production House: Flint Stone Media [http://flintstonemedia.com/] Copyright of Evernest 2026.

Episode 148: Strategies to Start in Real Estate (Ranked Worst to Best)

In this episode, Spencer Sutton and Adam Hobson break down the best (and worst) ways to get started in real estate, ranking strategies from hardest to easiest. They cover why AirBnB and fix-and-flips can be risky for beginners, how long-term rentals can go wrong if you're not careful, and why wholesaling and bird dogging are often the easiest ways to get your first deal. You'll learn: * Why short-term rentals and fix-and-flips are especially risky for beginners * How long-term rentals can go wrong (and how to set yourself up to win) * What bird-dogging is and when to leverage this strategy =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer at Evernest: Evernest.co [https://evernest.co/] Hosts: Spencer Sutton [https://www.linkedin.com/in/spsutton/] and Adam Hobson [https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-hobson-88ba20195/] Visit the Podcast Website: Evernest.co/podcasts [https://www.evernest.co/podcasts/] Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co [podcast@evernest.co] =================================== Production House: Flint Stone Media [http://flintstonemedia.com/] Copyright of Evernest 2026.

Episode 147: Real Estate Investing Horror Stories (Beginner Mistakes to Avoid)

Making mistakes as a real estate investor can cost you everything, which is why Spencer and Adam are sharing horror stories, red flags, and lessons learned to help you save your bottom line (and your sanity). You'll learn: * How to avoid making six-figure stumbles with one simple trick (most people overlook this) * Why you shouldn't trust every "how to invest in real estate" course * The number of rental properties you need to protect against unexpected costs =================================== Connect with Matt and Spencer at Evernest: Evernest.co [https://evernest.co/] Hosts: Spencer Sutton [https://www.linkedin.com/in/spsutton/] and Adam Hobson [https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-hobson-88ba20195/] Visit the Podcast Website: Evernest.co/podcasts [https://www.evernest.co/podcasts/] Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co [podcast@evernest.co] =================================== Production House: Flint Stone Media [http://flintstonemedia.com/] Copyright of Evernest 2026.