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, written by agents who run their own deals.

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225 articles

Indy Neighborhoods

Carmel vs Fishers: Which Indy Suburb Is Best for Your Family Home?

Comparing Carmel and Fishers for your next family home? See how these top suburbs stack up in schools, parks, home prices, and community vibe.

Fishers · 4 MIN READ

Strategy & ROI

BRRRR in Indianapolis: Does the Strategy Still Work in 2025?

Is BRRRR investing in Indianapolis still profitable in 2025? Explore market shifts, rental trends, and tips for Indy investors.

4 MIN READ

Strategy & ROI

Fall Maintenance Checklist to Boost Your Home’s Value (Indy Edition)

Get your Indianapolis home market-ready this fall. Use this seasonal maintenance checklist to boost value and attract more buyers.

3 MIN READ

Market Trends

Indianapolis Ranked a Top 2025 Market: What Investors Should Know

Indianapolis is ranked a top real estate market for 2025. Learn why investors are paying attention and how to take advantage of Indy’s growth.

3 MIN READ

Market Trends

Should You Sell Your Indianapolis Home This Fall? Pros and Cons

Thinking of selling your Indianapolis home in fall 2025? Explore the pros and cons to decide if this season is the right time to list.

3 MIN READ

Market Trends

5 Reasons Fall 2025 Is a Great Time for Indianapolis Home Buyers

Discover why fall 2025 is prime for Indianapolis home buying. Learn the top 5 reasons buyers should act now and explore Indy homes for sale.

3 MIN READ

Home Buying

Clarity, Confidence & Commitment: What Makes a Great Realtor | Root Pod Story

Jason O’Neil distills two decades of experience into a powerful framework for real estate pros: clarity, confidence, and commitment. Learn how to deliver value,

3 MIN READ

Strategy & ROI

How to Lease Your Rental Like a Pro

Struggling to rent your property? You’re not alone. In this Roots Pod, Max and Tyler unpack real-time lessons from the field, including pricing strategy, better

3 MIN READ

Strategy & ROI

Building Wealth in Real Estate: From Hustle to Scale | Roots Pod Recap

How do successful real estate investors move from hustling to scalable wealth? This Roots Realty Co. podcast recap explores key mindset shifts, the “first 100k”

3 MIN READ

Investing

From Cutting Lawns to Building Indiana’s Largest Lending Bank | Roots Pod Story

Discover how Derrick Christy turned grassroots hustle into one of Indiana’s biggest mortgage banking firms, and what his journey means for real estate investor

2 MIN READ

Indy Neighborhoods

Indianapolis Neighborhood Guide for Real Estate Investors: Where to Buy in 2025

Discover the top Indianapolis neighborhoods for real estate investment in 2025, where to buy for cash flow or appreciation, based on your investor goals.

Carmel · 2 MIN READ