On The House with Spartan

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Navigating the world of real estate and property management can be overwhelming and this show provides listeners with the resources and subject matter expertise needed for success, totally on the house. On The House with Spartan is your go-to show for real estate and related topics. Hosted by Lindsay Davis, CEO & Co-Founder of Spartan Invest, this show covers all things real estate - from market patterns, industry insight, construction, property management, and other investment avenues. -- To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.com. Connect with Spartan! Facebook: @spartaninvest Instagram: @spartaninvest Twitter: @spartaninvest Connect with Lindsay! Facebook: @spartanlindsaydavis Instagram: @spartanlindsaydavis

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June 15, 2026Episode 12643 min

Ep. 126: How Fire Captain Brian Waters is Creating Financial Freedom

In this episode of On the House with Spartan Invest, Lindsay sits down with Brian Waters, Los Angeles County Fire Captain, real estate investor, and founder of Rental Property Playbook. Brian shares how he went from navigating California wildfires to building a 20-property portfolio through out-of-state investing. He opens up about the financial mistakes that shaped his journey, why he believes turnkey real estate is the ideal strategy for busy professionals, and the importance of education, mentorship, and taking action instead of waiting for the "perfect" market. Brain's Instagram and more info: https://www.instagram.com/mr.brian.waters--To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.comConnect with Spartan!Facebook: @spartanTURNKEYInstagram: @spartaninvestLinkedIn: @spartaninvestConnect with Lindsay!Facebook: @spartanlindsaydavisInstagram: @spartanlindsaydavis

June 1, 2026Episode 12511 min

Ep. 125: Property Spotlight, 225 Fifth Ave NW Decatur, AL

We're back with another Investment Property Description, this week highlighting a property in North Alabama, right on the outskirts of Huntsville, AL in Decatur. We're covering not only the property details, but the benefits of Decatur itself and how its location can help investors improve cashflow. --To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.comConnect with Spartan!Facebook: @spartanTURNKEYInstagram: @spartaninvestLinkedIn: @spartaninvestConnect with Lindsay!Facebook: @spartanlindsaydavisInstagram: @spartanlindsaydavis

May 18, 2026Episode 12329 min

Ep. 124: Reaching Financial Freedom, with Dr. Jordan Frey

This week Lindsay chats with Dr. Jordan Frey, who shares his story of being a heavily indebted medical professional to achieving financial freedom through personal finance education and real estate investing. He covers the common financial mistakes made by high-income professionals, the importance of transforming active income into passive income, and the role of his platform, The Prudent Plastic Surgeon, in educating others. Dr. Frey emphasizes the need for budgeting, creating a savings margin, and the realities of real estate investing, including the challenges and mindset differences compared to stock market investing.Connect with Dr. Jordan Frey:The Prudent Plastic SurgeonEmail: jordan@prudentplasticsurgeon.com--To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.comConnect with Spartan!Facebook: @spartanTURNKEYInstagram: @spartaninvestLinkedIn: @spartaninvestConnect with Lindsay!Facebook: @spartanlindsaydavisInstagram: @spartanlindsaydavis

May 4, 2026Episode 12327 min

Ep. 123: Remote Real Estate, Real Wealth, with Peter Flemming

This week, Lindsay chats with investor Peter Flemming, who shares his journey from a career in wealth management in New York City to building a real estate portfolio in the Southeast. Peter opens up about what sparked his interest in investing, the mindset shifts required to start, and how he overcame the challenges of remote investing. He discusses lessons learned from both renovated and new construction properties, the importance of living below your means, and how real estate fits into a diversified financial strategy. Whether you're just getting started or looking to scale, this episode offers practical insights on taking action, building trust with the right team, and thinking long-term about wealth building.--To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.comConnect with Spartan!Facebook: @spartanTURNKEYInstagram: @spartaninvestLinkedIn: @spartaninvestConnect with Lindsay!Facebook: @spartanlindsaydavisInstagram: @spartanlindsaydavis

April 20, 2026Episode 12235 min

Ep. 122: From Veterinarian to Veteran Investor and CEO, with Dr. Jason Balara

This week Lindsay Davis speaks with Dr. Jason Balara, CEO and co-founder of Lark Capital Group. They discuss Jason's unique career path that combines veterinary surgery and real estate investment, the importance of choosing the right market, evaluating deals, understanding debt structure, and the significance of risk tolerance in real estate investing. They also touch on the role of AI in business management and the importance of long-term investing strategies.Lark Capital Group: https://www.larkcapital.com/ Email Jason: jason@larkcapital.com--To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.comConnect with Spartan!Facebook: @spartanTURNKEYInstagram: @spartaninvestLinkedIn: @spartaninvestConnect with Lindsay!Facebook: @spartanlindsaydavisInstagram: @spartanlindsaydavis

April 6, 2026Episode 12138 min

Ep. 121: Building Real Estate Wealth That Lasts, with Joel Miller

In this episode, we sit down with returning guest and seasoned investor Joel Miller, who brings nearly five decades of real estate experience to the table. From rental properties and house flipping to hard money lending, Joel shares the practical strategies that have helped him build lasting wealth, and how others can do the same.We dive into the importance of building the right team, knowing when to step back from hands-on work, and avoiding common pitfalls with leverage and financing. Joel also gives an inside look at mentoring the next generation, as his college-aged son begins building his own real estate portfolio.Whether you’re just getting started or looking to level up your investing game, this episode is packed with actionable insights, real world lessons, and timeless advice, including one powerful rule: don’t take advice from anyone you wouldn’t trade places with.Find Joel's book: https://www.amazon.com/Build-Real-Estate-Wealth-Investment/dp/B0DG48NHPCJoel's website: https://www.joelmillerbooks.com/--To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.comConnect with Spartan!Facebook: @spartanTURNKEYInstagram: @spartaninvestLinkedIn: @spartaninvestConnect with Lindsay!Facebook: @spartanlindsaydavisInstagram: @spartanlindsaydavis

March 23, 2026Episode 12028 min

Ep. 120: From Architecture to a Real Estate Empire, with Gary Wilson

This week Lindsay Davis interviews Gary Wilson, a seasoned real estate investor and educator. Gary shares his journey from an early interest in architecture to building a multimillion-dollar real estate empire. He discusses the importance of investing education, the mindset shift from owner-occupant to investor, and how to succeed in real estate through strategic partnerships and local banking relationships.Global Investor Agent Team:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateWithGaryWilsonWebsite: https://globalinvestoragent.com/--To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.comConnect with Spartan!Facebook: @spartanTURNKEYInstagram: @spartaninvestLinkedIn: @spartaninvestConnect with Lindsay!Facebook: @spartanlindsaydavisInstagram: @spartanlindsaydavis

March 9, 2026Episode 11930 min

Ep. 119: Cost Segregation and the One Big Beautiful Bill, with Richmond Stecker

In light of the One Big Beautiful Bill, we wanted to invited Richmond Stecker back onto the podcast to discuss the intricacies of cost segregation and its implications for real estate investors in regards to this bill.Lindsay and Richmond cover the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill, the significance of land value in deductions, and the necessity of proper planning and professional guidance to maximize tax benefits while minimizing risks.Connect with Richmond Stecker:Website: https://www.usacostsegregation.com/about Email: Richmond@usacostsegregation.comRevisit episode 104 with Richmond--To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.comConnect with Spartan!Facebook: @spartanTURNKEYInstagram: @spartaninvestLinkedIn: @spartaninvestConnect with Lindsay!Facebook: @spartanlindsaydavisInstagram: @spartanlindsaydavis

February 23, 2026Episode 11838 min

Ep. 118: Neal Bawa, the "Mad Scientist" of Real Estate

Today, on a special episode hosted by Maureen McCann, we had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Neal Bawa, aka the "Mad Scientist" of real estate. Maureen and Neal talk the multifamily and single-family housing markets and discuss the impact of interest rates, the shift towards a renter nation, and the importance of data in making investment decisions. Neal also touches on the need for patience in the current market and gives advice for navigating the real estate landscape in 2026 and beyond.Find Neal Bawa:Multifamily University: https://multifamilyu.com/Toby Mathis Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TobyMathis/videos--To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.comConnect with Spartan!Facebook: @spartanTURNKEYInstagram: @spartaninvestLinkedIn: @spartaninvestConnect with Lindsay!Facebook: @spartanlindsaydavisInstagram: @spartanlindsaydavis

February 9, 2026Episode 11710 min

Ep. 117: Property Spotlight, 114 Elrie Blvd, Bessemer, AL

We've got another property spotlight episode this week, showcasing 114 Elrie Blvd, in Bessemer! We're covering the affordability and cash flow potential of the area, the property's renovations, appreciation rates, and much more. --To learn more about our full-service turnkey operations, check us out online at www.spartaninvest.comConnect with Spartan!Facebook: @spartanTURNKEYInstagram: @spartaninvestLinkedIn: @spartaninvestConnect with Lindsay!Facebook: @spartanlindsaydavisInstagram: @spartanlindsaydavis