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47 episodes
Sett Studio Weighs in on Short and Long-Term Rentals in Austin
Welcome to the Sett Studio Podcast! In our latest episode, we cover all you need to know about short-term and long-term rentals. Plus, we're excited to share how Sett Studio is revolutionizing long-term lease management at Nash Ave. Homes. Join...
Real Estate in a Post Pandemic World
Join us in our latest episode as we navigate the ever-changing landscape of real estate in a post-pandemic world. In this insightful discussion, we unravel the intricate ways in which COVID-19 has left an indelible mark on the real estate indus...
Home Maintenance Unveiled: Your Comprehensive Guide
In this week's episode, we unveil the essential secrets of home maintenance that often go unnoticed. Join us as we delve into the crucial tasks you need to tackle annually, bi-annually, every five years, and beyond to keep your home in top shap...
Is your home good for your health?
Join Mike Speciale in his latest podcast episode as he explores the secrets to crafting a truly healthy home environment. Whether you're buying a new home or considering customizing one, Mike's expertise shines as he unravels the essential step...
Sett Studio: Investing in a Fund Project on a Large Scale
Welcome to the latest episode of the Sett Studio podcast with your host, Mike Speciale. Join us as we dive into the intricacies of investment structures in the realm of real estate. Discover how Sett Studio collaborates with larger investors, f...
A Real-Time Real Estate Update: Gold and What's Going on in Hawaii
Join us this week for a unique exploration of real estate with guest Mike Speciale. We're delving into the unexpected connections between real estate, currencies, and Hawaii's current challenges. Gain fresh insights into how these factors...
Deleigh Hermes, Austin Realtor In the Drivers Seat
An interesting plot twist as we sit down with Deleigh Hermes, Austin Realtor. Deleigh's background in real estate brought her to Mike and working together specifically in real estate land acquisition and development. Investing and growing land ...
August Market Updates From Austin to Nashville
We're diving into a whole new episode of market updates spanning from Austin, TX to Nashville, TN. Where do you think the market is headed? Will interest rates persist? Let's talk about it.
Kim Lewis Designs - Where Design and Construct Collide
A long standing relationship in both design and construction / real estate development bring both Kim Lewis and Mike Speciale together for this unique and fun episode. Kim Lewis Designs is an interior architecture, design, and branding fi...
Exploring Multifamily in a New Dynamic Real Estate Landscape
We've got Mike, and we've got Bristal and we are talking all about multifamily vs single family real estate, the long standing investment strategy and how the real estate landscape has changed. We are diving into where the real ROI sits now and...
Building Dreams: Designing a Custom Build in Allandale, Austin, TX
Join us in this episode with Mike Speciale as we explore the captivating story of a custom build in the vibrant Allandale neighborhood of Austin, Texas. Mike shares his expertise in sustainable building practices, while esteemed designer Kim br...
It's ELI and Mike in under 30!
We are sitting down with long time friend Eli to talk investing, success, the challenges we face in life and that after and how working together to build something greater starts at the core with great people.
The New ADU Rentals Under Sett Studio
Whether you purchased one of the (B) homes by Sett Studio or you are working collaboratively as an investor in some of the new (A) and (B) homes being built, we have the skinny on both. What to expect when it comes to the rental market in Austi...
Gathright Cove! Another Investment Portfolio Opportunity
We have a new development underway at Gathright Cove, a quaint street in the heart of 78704. For this project we've gathered with out investors for this portfolio project to produce 4 homes (Main and ADU's) on the first two lots— with long-term...
New Sett Studio Office Hit St. Elmo
Join us as we chat with Mike Speciale about the upcoming Sett Studio Offices in the buzzing neighborhood of St. Elmo. Discover the allure of this emerging area and its appeal to entrepreneurs in digital, real estate, architecture, and design. G...
It's 1606 Nash Ave. in Zilker, Austin, Texas
Join hosts Bristal and Alexis as they take over the podcast to explore 1606 Nash Ave, the coveted address in Austin's 78704 zip code. Discover the allure of Zilker's vibrant neighborhood, where Sett Studio presents the second phase of the specu...
Health and Wellness in Austin Texas!
Welcome to the Sett Studio Podcast! In this episode, we delve into the thriving health and wellness scene in Austin, Texas. Join us as we discuss how individuals are prioritizing their well-being when it comes to choosing their homes and living...
1604 Nash Ave. | A rare Investment Opportunity
1604 Nash Ave. On a lot where both an A and a B home sit, for the first time ever, Mike and Bristal Speciale held on to one lot with these two homes to releases post build. With both homes just recently hitting the market we discuss the two, th...
The Investor Strategy: Main and ADU's under Sett Studio
We're touching base and running through the primary strategy behind the Sett Studio development portfolio. Expanding through Austin to hit new neighborhoods blowing up the Main and ADU scene. Unlike most developers, we are always looking for ne...
The Hold Up on Your New Home: Austin City
Whether it's the permitting on the home you are building, city approvals, what is the hold up? We are diving into what it's been like developing in Austin, how it's changed in the last few years and what the horizon looks like. For...
Home Design Trends with Bristal Speciale
The small details when you are designing the perfect shower, the perfect "shaving shelf", the new butler pantry, what trends we are looking to for 2023 to 2024 right behind all the health and wellness amenities we are adding to all homes both s...
Real Estate Trends on Tik Tok
They've taken over, and they make it feel like everyone can do it! We're unpacking all the trends on Tik Tok we are seeing, "NO MONEY TO DO IT" to "TOMORROW BUY YOUR FIRT FOURPLEX". Have you seen any of these trends? Can you help us unpack any ...
Part 2: 21 Questions with Mike and Bristal Continues
And we are continuing with our previous "21 Questions" — Discussing Nashville favorites, HOW Mike and Bristal started working together (oh this is fun), keeping everything in house, the challenging and amazing parts of working together, advice ...
Lots of Land: How Sett Studio Sources, Purchases and Develops on Land in Austin
Did you know that Sett Studio is not just a developer, but we help our clients source land and then start the development process. Here's what we look for, what we need, what you should be looking at, how much you can build, impervious coverage...
Mike Speciale Specialty: The Investment Strategy with the Highest Return in Austin Right Now
We're diving into Mike's portfolio diversification and investment strategy. Multi-Family vs. Single Family. Let's talk about what returns you are seeing elsewhere and what you can expect with Sett Studio. As the builder an developer we are brin...