The Open House Podcast
Our Biggest Real Estate Mistakes & Lessons
Steph and Kristina have built careers as successful real estate investors. But the road wasn't easy! They made mistakes, and learned a lot of valuable lessons along the way. But you don't have to make the same mistakes as them - learn from them by listening to this episode!
A Beginner's Guide to Flipping Houses with Kennessey Hartley
In today's episode, we chat with Kennessey Hartley, an incredible Real Estate investor that is buying and flipping homes in her mid 20s. She has successfully flipped 7 houses along with doing some renovations on other’s rental properties to help them sell. Listen to learn more about how to flip homes and make money!
The One Thing Every First Time Buyer Needs
If you’re looking to buy your first home, but aren’t quite sure where to start - then you’re in the right place! This episode will give you the 411 on the one thing that will help you buy your first home and make you a smart and savvy first time buyer: Open House Homeschool.
Running the Numbers and Making Smart Investments
In this episode, Kristina and Steph discuss running the numbers and determining if a property is a solid investment. They go over their purchase of the Open House Austin property, and how they office hacked to help pay the mortgage payments.
Turning a New Build into an Investment with Julia Toro
In this episode, Steph chats with her good friend and past client Julia Toro. They talk about Julia's first home purchase, buying a new build, and how she became a Real Estate investor!
Revealing Our Net Worths After 7 Years of Real Estate Investing
In this episode, Kristina and Steph discuss their net worths after spending 7 years investing in Real Estate. Both of them have made a lot of money through numerous properties, and Steph has even gone from a negative net worth to... well you'll have to listen to find out!
Should I Still Buy a House if I Plan to Move in the Next 5 Years?
This Thanksgiving week we look back at an old episode to once again cover 5 common home buying questions, including whether or not you should still buy a house if you plan to move in the next 5 years. Stay tuned for a new episode next week!
The Racist Coding of “Good Schools” in Real Estate
In this episode, Kristina chats with education experts Chrysta Naron and Johnathan Salinas about what it means when you ask about “good schools” in the area, and how that phrase actually has racist undertones.
5 Things You Need to Know Before Taking on a Renovation
Kristina and Steph list the 5 things you need to know before taking on a renovation! If you are considering a major reno project, then this episode is essential. So listen to these 5 things from 2 experts with YEARS of renovation experience on their hands.
Teacher to Millionaire Through Buy & Hold Real Estate Investing
Listen to a super insightful conversation with Steph's mom about how she went from a teacher salary to gaining a multi million dollar real estate portfolio and grew her generational wealth.
Are You Ready to Buy a House?
In this episode, Kristina and Steph list the ways in which you can determine if you are ready to buy a house! This is an essential episode when debating if now is the time for you to buy, and you need to focus on these 3 things: Debt to income ratio, credit score, and the amount of money you’ll need.
A Breakdown of Our Real Estate Investment Portfolios
Kristina and Steph discuss their extensive real estate portfolios, and break down their investments. Combined they have purchased over 10 properties! From buying a home at an auction, investing with partners, to buying a commercial property - they discuss every single one of their purchases!
Should You Buy a New Construction or Resale Home?
Kristina and Steph discuss the differences in the buying process for a new construction home and a resale older home. By the end of this episode, you’ll see and pros and cons for both, and know which is best for you!
How to Find the Best Realtor and Lender
This episodes shows you how to find the best Realtor and lender, regardless of where you live. We break down the ways to weed out the contenders, and discover who is the best fit to help you along your home buying/selling journey.