In this episode of The Circle Investor Podcast, we sit down with Corey Crabbs, owner of C2C Construction, to talk about what he’s seen from every angle of real estate—from national property management and post-2008 foreclosure programs to launching a local construction business rooted in speed, quality, and accountability. Corey breaks down why cutting corners often costs more in the long run, how “good, fast, cheap” became a broken model, and why local operators feel the consequences that large hedge funds never do.

We dig into real numbers behind emergency repairs, the true cost of vacancies, and how delayed decisions impact tenants, renewals, and cash flow. Corey also shares insight into the shortage of skilled trades, why education and mentorship matter more than ever, and how regulation, rent caps, and HOA restrictions are reshaping investor strategy across Central Indiana. This is a candid, boots-on-the-ground conversation about responsibility, sustainability, and building real value in today’s housing market.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• Why “doing the right thing” for tenants often protects investor cash flow.

• The real math behind fast repairs vs. prolonged vacancies.

• How Corey transitioned from national property management to local construction.

• The breakdown of the “good, fast, cheap” myth—and why you can’t have all three.

• The growing shortage of skilled trades and why companies are paying to train workers.

• How hedge fund ownership changes oversight, urgency, and neighborhood outcomes.

• What rent caps, HOA rules, and local regulation could mean for future investors.

• Lessons from post-2008 foreclosure programs and how they shaped today’s SFR market.

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The Circle's Founder (Ryan Rominger) and Director of Operations (Stuart Smith) discuss what’s happening in the world of Real Estate Investing, Property Management, and running a small business based in Indianapolis. The show focuses on the Central Indiana real estate market, but also explores beyond the Hoosier state to gain intriguing insights in the world of business and real estate investing. We interview our favorite influential people from across Central Indiana (and beyond) to learn from the people having the biggest impact on our market.

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