The Roots Blog

The Indianapolis real estate blog, from people who invest here.

Guides, market notes, and how-tos on buying, selling, and investing in Indianapolis real estate, from a team built on investment principles.

228 articles
Local Economic Drivers Shaping Indianapolis Real Estate in 2026
Market Trends

Local Economic Drivers Shaping Indianapolis Real Estate in 2026

Indianapolis economy real estate 2026 explained. Jobs growth, development, infrastructure & migration trends shaping home values.

4 MIN READ
Understanding Indy Landlord-Tenant Basics for Investors
Investing

Understanding Indy Landlord-Tenant Basics for Investors

Indianapolis landlord tenant basics explained for investors. Lease essentials, compliance basics, screening & maintenance planning.

3 MIN READ
Curb Appeal in Cold Months: Indy Seller Playbook
Strategy & ROI

Curb Appeal in Cold Months: Indy Seller Playbook

Winter curb appeal Indianapolis guide. Exterior maintenance, entryway upgrades & lighting tips to boost buyer first impressions.

4 MIN READ
Living in Downtown Indianapolis in 2026: Homes & Lifestyle
Neighborhood Guides

Living in Downtown Indianapolis in 2026: Homes & Lifestyle

Downtown Indianapolis homes 2026 guide. Condos, walkability, commute, entertainment & property values explained.

Downtown · 4 MIN READ
A couple reviewing closing paperwork at a kitchen table with a laptop and calculator, a framed Indianapolis skyline print on the wall behind them
Home Buying

How to Budget for Closing Costs in Indiana (2026)

Closing costs Indiana 2026 explained. Learn title fees, lender fees, escrow & how to plan your buyer cash in Indy.

6 MIN READ
New Construction vs Resale in 2026: Indy Buyer Guide
Market Trends

New Construction vs Resale in 2026: Indy Buyer Guide

New construction vs resale Indianapolis 2026, compare builder incentives, negotiation power, timelines, and hidden costs before you buy.

3 MIN READ
Aerial view of downtown Indianapolis with labelled callouts for Mass Ave, Broad Ripple, Fountain Square, Lockerbie Square and the Wholesale District beside a rising trend arrow
Investing

Where Rent Growth Is Happening in Indianapolis in 2026

Tracking Indianapolis rent growth 2026? See which neighborhoods are rising, vacancy trends, rent comps, and where investors should target.

Fountain Square · 5 MIN READ
Bathroom Refresh Ideas That Sell Faster in Indianapolis
Strategy & ROI

Bathroom Refresh Ideas That Sell Faster in Indianapolis

Selling in 2026? See which bathroom updates ROI Indianapolis sellers the most with budget-friendly upgrades that attract buyers fast.

3 MIN READ
Living in Fountain Square in 2026: Homes & Lifestyle
Neighborhood Guides

Living in Fountain Square in 2026: Homes & Lifestyle

Thinking about Fountain Square Indianapolis homes in 2026? Explore prices, walkability, lifestyle, and what buyers should know.

Fountain Square · 4 MIN READ
Best Questions to Ask an Indy Lender in 2026
Home Buying

Best Questions to Ask an Indy Lender in 2026

Buying in Indy? Ask these best lender questions in Indianapolis 2026 about rate locks, loan types, buydowns, fees & timelines.

4 MIN READ
Is 2026 a Balanced Market? Buyer vs Seller Power in Indy
Market Trends

Is 2026 a Balanced Market? Buyer vs Seller Power in Indy

Is Indianapolis a balanced market in 2026? See who has pricing power, how negotiations are shifting, and what buyers should expect.

5 MIN READ
House Hacking in Indianapolis in 2026: How It Actually Works
Investing

House Hacking in Indianapolis in 2026: How It Actually Works

Want to live for less in Indy? Here’s how house hacking in Indianapolis works in 2026, plus real strategies, numbers, and pitfalls to avoid.

4 MIN READ

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