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Brook, Mike, and A'marri discuss the productivity benefits of mid-day naps, workouts, and unplugging—plus how recharging can lead to better problem-solving in business and real estate.1:00 Mike shares how business changes and legacy software led them to reimagine company systems—and why their new programmer is now required to nap.3:30 Brook explains how his afternoon runs help reset his energy and problem-solve, often leading to clearer, more focused decisions.6:20 The team talks about “stepping off the treadmill” and creating space in the day to think more strategically and make better choices.11:00 A'marri describes how aligning your workday with your natural energy dips can help avoid burnout and boost productivity.28:00 Mike explains how he uses short naps and routine breaks to reach creative solutions—including one that landed them a major contract.

Brook and Mike discuss the power of scripting and planning for quick Airbnb turnarounds and for selling properties.2:00 Mike introduces the idea of scripting your day and how vital it is for managing real estate and small business operations effectively.3:00 Brook breaks down how she handles violation lists—deciding what can be done in-house, what needs to be outsourced, and the importance of being proactive before a house closes.6:15 Mike reflects on the harsh realities of running a small business—juggling subs, maintenance issues, and why passion alone isn't enough for success.10:30 Brook explains how organizing work around the weather and staying in close communication with subs can save time, money, and stress.21:15 Mike shares the three business fundamentals every small business owner should master: sales, creative marketing, and financial literacy.

Mike and Brook discuss what it really takes to sell a house.What buyers look for. Some things Reilly Painting and Contracting has done recently to help get their houses sold. How to tell if a buyer is serious.2:00 Mike introduces the topic of the episode: understanding the real estate market and how it mirrors the stock market in its unpredictability.4:10 Brook explains how pricing a house correctly is key, emphasizing that condition and location should dictate the price, not just market trends.6:50 Mike and Brook break down the improvements made to a rental property before selling, including refinishing floors, updating the bathroom, and enhancing curb appeal.20:30 The team discusses how to spot serious buyers, why fast closings matter, and the importance of reviewing financing terms before accepting an offer.36:48 Mike and Brook explain the importance of pricing strategy—how to tell if a house is priced too high, when to adjust the price, and how buyers react to price drops.

In this episode of Cleveland Real Estate Investor, Mike, Brook, and A'marri discuss Match Day, when medical school graduates are placed in residency programs and begin searching for rental housing. This presents a great opportunity for landlords to secure responsible, long-term tenants—young doctors who are focused on their work and need stable housing.They also explore the changing nature of the rental market, as Airbnb has become oversaturated, with nearly every Tom, Dick, and Harry trying to become a host. With short-term rentals losing profitability, the team discusses shifting to a rental model that falls between Airbnb and traditional long-term leasing. Tune in for insights on how to adapt to these shifts and maximize rental income.1:30 Brook explains how they analyze their real estate portfolio, deciding which properties are profitable and which ones should be sold.3:00 Mike shares the backstory of how they got into real estate, starting with their first rental property and transitioning from house flipping to short-term rentals.5:00 The team discusses the shift away from short-term rentals due to market saturation and why midterm rentals for medical residents on Match Day present a great opportunity.10:30 Mike emphasizes the importance of tenant screening, explaining why credit scores matter and how bad tenants can lead to financial and property damage.19:00 A'marri and Brook highlight key rental strategies, including lease structuring and pricing for different rental durations to maximize returns.

Join us as Mike and Brook Reilly dive into why so many artists struggle financially. We'll explore how passion alone isn't enough, the advantage of financial support and why understanding money is key to making a creative career sustainable. Plus, we'll break down why treating art like a business is the key to long-term success. All this and more on the Cleveland Real Estate Investor Podcast!01:10 Mike introduces the topic of why artists struggle financially, questioning the "starving artist" cliché and why passion alone isn't enough to succeed.03:15 Mike references an article about how many New York residents rely on financial support from their parents or trust funds, highlighting the hidden advantages that allow some people to pursue artistic careers without financial worries.07:45 Mike emphasizes that being an artist requires the same dedication as running any business, comparing it to the relentless work ethic of professional athletes11:05 Mike emphasizes the importance of teaching kids the value of hard work over passion, arguing that discipline and responsibility should come before chasing interests or hobbies.22:30 Brook and Mike conclude that artists starve because they aren't taught how to manage money or sustain themselves financially, emphasizing the need for business knowledge.

On today's episode, Mike and Brook Reilly check the temperature on the Cleveland real estate market in the early part of 2025.We are still in a sellers market but it's about 60/40.Inventory is still low but you also can't go too crazy with pricing really high.If you're an out of state investor the name of the game is ROI.Don't buy with your emotions and KNOW. YOUR. NUMBERS.00:53 Brook shares insights on the Cleveland real estate market, noting that while it's not as hot as previous years, well-priced homes are still selling quickly, making it a 60/40 seller's market.3:15 Mike warns about "cart before the horse" investors who buy properties without understanding the costs, later realizing they need a property manager and major repairs, often leading to financial strain.8:48 Mike emphasizes realistic return expectations, explaining that many investors believe they'll make 15% profits, but a more reasonable range is 8-12% due to maintenance costs and capital improvements.

There is an art to managing. Most people dont know how to do it. But you'll never learn how to do it if you think you know everything already. You have to acknowledge what you dont know and put the work in to learn it.  The art of managing and more on the Cleveland Real Estate podcast.

Today we discuss the importance of investing in stable neighborhoods, avoiding areas where crime is high and dollar stores are rampant, and why you should hire Reilly Properties, your go-to Cleveland property management company. All this and more when you listen to the latest episode of the Cleveland Real Estate Investor podcast.

Is it time to sell your rental property? Taking the plunge into the rental market requires a checklist of things you need to know. Mike and Brook discuss this in detail in the latest Cleveland Real Estate Investor podcast.1:38 Mike discusses one of the key indicators of inflation cooling was the price of housing, the price of rents went down, not up.4:49 Brook pointed out to be aware of following conventional wisdom versus being a contrarian when trying to sell a house that is underperforming.7:51 Brook and Mike discuss the risks of renting or investing in property if you cannot manage your own finances.16:02 Brook and Mike discuss some tips for getting into a business, especially real estate

Mike and Brook Reilly discuss fall maintenance tips for rental properties in Cleveland. Key strategies include dethatching, aerating the lawn, and using a leaf blower to collect dead grass for compost. They recommend using a Greenworks de-thatcher and plugger, and a slow-release fertilizer with seed starter and the best time to plant grass seeds is before late October to avoid weeds. Find out more in this latest Cleveland Real Estate Investor podcast episode.5:14 Mike talks about ending up buying Greenworks de-thatcher and plugger for their properties.7:21 Mike recommends using a fertilizer with seed starters when fertilizing in the fall.11:03 Mike talks about seeding by the 20th of October, and that's the cut-off date for landscapers.

Processes are essential for enhancing efficiency, productivity, and growth in business. While resistance to change may be common, understanding the benefits of streamlined processes can ultimately lead to success in both your business and personal life. Join Brook and Amarri as they discuss the importance of processes and how it can positively impact your personal life and goals.2:40 Brook talks to A'marri about the importance of clipboards, notepads, and spreadsheets because he doesn't think he could do his job as well without them.14:44 Brook speaks about finding a system that will simplify and expedite the job.19:07 Brook and A'marri agree that having documented processes in both personal and professional life leads to better management and efficiency.

There are a few key considerations when selling homes and dealing with the renter market. Listen to Mike A'marri and Brook as they share their experience of how to sell a home, what it's like to live as a long-term renter, how to find a good rental property, and more. Mike also gives a quick update on the current state of the real estate market.2:00 Mike, A'marri, and Brook will discuss selling off some of their rental properties, and offer some tips for people looking to sell their properties.8:47 Mike talks with A'marri about long-term rentals and how it is out there from a long-term rental perspective16:12 Mike discusses whether you should buy investment property now that the market is cooling.

If you are looking a summer job, there are several key factors to keep in mind to ensure that you find the right opportunity for you. In this episode, Mike discusses 5 things that you should keep in mind when looking for a summer job with Brook, A'marri, and Christina.5:05 Mike discusses the importance of being proactive about learning.11:14 Mike talks about learning from your elders.20:40 Mike talks about learning from failures.23:20 Mike talks about what summer jobs you got, and how you connected that to a mentor31:31 Mike discusses the importance of being financially self-sufficient when you're an adult

Real estate in Cleveland may not always yield the expected returns, it is important to do thorough research and do your due diligence before making any purchases. Be sure to consult with industry professionals and trusted advisors to understand the local market, economy, and potential risks. In this episode, we are joined by Kush, who is working in commercial loans, who will share his experience and advice to those who are mesmerized by Cleveland investing.1:31 Mike discusses with Kush on how Reilly Properties came to his Beechwood rental property9:02 Mike discusses three stools three-legged stool. in investing in real estate14:47 Mike discusses with Kush on what advice he would give to people outside Cleveland mesmerized by Cleveland investing22: 37 Mike discusses with Kush on who's buying commercial space now since Kush is working on commercial loans

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or an experienced investor, this podcast is for you. Today we discuss what to keep in mind when buying a house. cons of using a realtor. We do a quick heat check of the spring real estate market and the steps needed to be taken when buying a home. all on the Cleveland real estate Investor podcast.12:12 Mike discusses what you should keep in mind when buying a house, such as not using a realtor and instead using Reilly to consult on your purchase.14:21 Mike and A'marri discuss a quick heat check of the spring real estate market17:05 Mike discusses with A'marri the steps needed to be taken when buying a home

We talk temperament maintained through process of selling, how to be proactive with fixing up the house and dealing with the city, hurdles/challenges, working with a realtor and more.1.43 Brook and A'marri discuss Brook's temperament in situations like selling his house, smart business decisions and when you need to speak with a realtor6.31 Brook discusses his observations regarding working with a realtor.17:41 A'marri talks with Brook about the process of putting the house on the market, what it involved, and how he prepared for it.19:29 Brook points out, doing small things now will prevent a huge list when you decide to sell your house.

Investing in Cleveland real estate requires expert advice from local professionals and thorough research, and Cleveland Real Estate Investor Podcast has both. In our latest podcast we provide tips for outside investors looking to invest in Cleveland and information on short-term rentals as well as current real estate market conditions.3:08 A'marri and Mike start talking about the real estate market right now.8:35 Mike shares some tips for outside investors looking to buy property in Cleveland12:40 Mike discusses using us as a consultant when buying investment properties16:49 Mike discusses Airbnb and short-term rentals.19:01 Amarri shares his thoughts that if he was looking to buy an investment property, he wouldn't want an investment that came with headaches.22:20 Mike wonders why some people are making money by buying houses in volume at 20,000 apiece and then dealing with headaches.24:12 Mike stresses the importance of screening both the landlord and the tenant at the same time25:26 Mike describes real estate as a very complex industry.

Don't just talk about your goal, do steps to make it happen. In this episode of the podcast, Mike and Alex talk about how people often talk endlessly about what they're going to do, but nothing ever gets done. Stop talking and start doing, make progress on something every single day. Also covered a few topics related to the Cleveland Heights housing problems.2:35 Mike talks about people always talking about what they are going to do but never taking action.5:01 Alex explains that there are doers and talkers, and why they are the way they are.6:22 Mike talks about having a plan, and having a plan also means measuring your progress.12:01 Mike talks about not having a mentor or coach, only people who influence him14:15 Alex discusses why people are more talkers than doers20:07 Alex and Mike discuss Mike's attendance at a city council meeting and for doing civic duty24:29 Mike discusses vacant houses as one of Cleveland Heights' biggest problems

Lots of extra goodies on the Sept heat check.   When you listen, just remember to see/think horizontally vs vertically.   The variant theme speaks to the ability of investors and realtors to not rely on what they learned in school but instead think outside the box, or as we say "don't let your studies get in the way of your education".3:56 Mike and Mike discuss broadening the market for Mike's Kingston property 8:11 Mike and Mike discuss what's happening in real estate this September12:54 Mike and Mike talk about the need for flexibility and fluidity in real estate22:18 Mike and Mike shared more numbers and bonus statistics for this month

A large number of vacant houses in Cleveland Heights are a serious problem that needs to be addressed.  We can't ignore these hundreds of vacant homes, so we are creating Project Rath, a project aimed at tackling this issue and taking it a step further. Find out more about this project in our first podcast episode where we discuss it and explain it in more detail. 2:43 Mike explains what Project RATH is all about 7:08 Mike discusses vacant houses and not paying taxes23:14 Mike discusses housing as a major issue in Cleveland Heights23:50 Mike discusses Project Wrath in more detail.28:36 Mike discusses there are many reasons why houses are vacant, half of them are vacant due to amateur LLCs

Find out what's happening in real estate right now in August! In this episode, we're going to go over how long it takes to actually sell a property, how many listings there are right now, how many homes are actually selling and how inventory is doing. This and much more on The Cleveland Real Estate Investor podcast with Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante.2:03 Mike and Mike begin talking about statistics9:06 Mike Ferrante discusses about inventory crisis12:52 Mike and Mike discuss how many days it will take to sell a house17:23 Mike and Mike talks about price adjustments22:10 Mike and Mike check what's expected in September and what the biggest mistake a seller can make when selling a house

Looking for the latest news on the market this July? What is the market like this summer? Are we having a balanced market or is there a shortage of inventory? What about duplexes, single family homes, and condos, and what is a point of sale? Stay informed and updated by listening to The Cleveland Real Estate Investor podcast.2:52 Mike and Mike discuss inventory shortages and listings10:15 Mike and Mike talk about duplexes14:11 Mike Ferrante mentions the market time and price18:01 Mike Reilly explains what POSs are

We need the workers, not the work. Listen to the latest episode of our podcast in which we discuss the importance of workers to your business. Where to find them, and what mistake business owners make when it comes to hiring people. This and a whole lot more on this episode of The Cleveland Real Estate Investor podcast.1:51 Mike Reilly points out we don't need the work; we need the workers.8:49 Mike Reilly discusses Amazon's success because it recognizes people online want everything at one place.12:51 Mike Reilly talks about where do you find workers 18:57 Mike Ferrante speaks about the word value22:32 Mike and Mike discuss hiring the wrong person as one of the most expensive mistakes business owners make23:01 Mike Reilly mentions that he's had success hiring part-timers; hired semi-retired people for the past couple of years.29:34 Mike mentions immigrants don't take jobs, they create them.

Whether you're in the market to buy or sell a home, you're probably wondering if this is a good time to sell and what the market will hold for you. In our June 2023 real estate market heat check, we will provide you with a sense of the market status right now. This and much more on The Cleveland Real Estate Investor podcast.2:52 Mike and Mike start discussing heat check for June.6:21 Mike Ferrante discusses market time as a great barometer to check what's happening in the market11:59 Mike and Mike talk about financing16:34 Mike and Mike discuss the average cost of a new construction house18:08 Mike and Mike talk about ranch style houses19:43 Mike Reilly talks about building a larger basement with walkout 25:23 Mike and Mike talk about retail and commercial space

We are in a new month, which means it's time to check out what's going on in the real estate market. In this episode of The Cleveland Real Estate Investor podcast, we discuss interest rates, marketing your home, and a lot more. Be sure to join us during this episode to hear what we have to say.1:31 Mike and Mike discussed the drop in sales, and what caused it, interest rates or lack of inventory4:40 Mike and Mike discuss how rents are doing in the market11:41 Mike and Mike discuss pricing your house in a new market, and when is the best time to sell16:29 Mike and Mike discuss how to stage your home online27:19 Mike and Mike discuss hiring a realtor to sell your home

Mike and Mike mix a rich stew of contrarian thinking.  Why go to college?  Why Sales classes are so important.  If you go to college, how should you approach that experience? Take a gap year?  Why not?2:45 Mike and Mike talk about the common myth fallacy says that if you earn good grades in high school, you should go to college because if you don't, you are a loser.11:39 Mike talks about importance of sales.13:24 Mike emphasizes about the most successful people had to deal with failure and didn't get into college, so you're a fool at the poker table if you think getting into college is the only way to success.15:05 Mike gives some tips in getting into college17:52 Mike talks about when he went back to college after a gap year and was proactive this time25:08 Mike emphasizes the importance of not limiting yourself to a single career, since an initial career could turn into four different careers.

It's time for the April real estate market. What are you looking forward to this April? Here is a quick update on the real estate market. In this episode, we'll give you a quick overview of this month's real estate market, and we'll also talk about good property managers, realistic good cash flow, and more.2:53 Mike and Mike start discussing the real estate market for April by number of sales and listings6:17 Mike and Mike talk about people who don't want to put their houses on the market because they are locked into great rates8:08 Mike asks Mike if the prices are on the rise, stabilizing, going down, etc.9:21 Mike discusses client service issues with property managers12:45 Mike and Mike discuss what a realistic good cash flow is17:53 Mike and Mike discuss the April stats again19:14 Mike asks Mike about those people who can buy cash and do not have a mortgage if they are selling20:29 Mike discusses two things COVID brought up26:07 Mike discusses the importance of assembling your team, which includes a good realtor, a good contractor, and a good property manager

If you're thinking of selling a house, you're probably wondering how the process works. What are the steps in the sales process? Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante, two experienced real estate investors and agents, will walk you through the process of selling, from start to finish. Stay tuned.2:08 Mike and Mike discuss steps in the sales process, he begins to break them down.6:22 Mike points out to remember you are also in marketing mode when you are in sales mode16:24 Mike mentions those who have a false sense of security, thinking that their resume will be all that is needed.21:02 Mike recalls about his argument he got into a realtor doing realtor malpractice23:15 Mike mentions the art of selling is the art of building a positive relationship with the counterparty.28:01 Mike and Mike talk about closing is associated with meeting objections29:01 Mike and Mike talk about that selling is not manipulative

When is the Cleveland spring market going to be white hot? Hosts Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante of The Cleveland Real Estate Investor Podcast are back with another monthly heat check. Find out what your house is worth and how to price it. What about just pulling the house off and resetting the price? We discuss this and more on this monthly heat check of The Cleveland Real Estate Investor podcast.1:25 Mike and Mike start talking about March's heat check9:10 Mike talks about pricing correctly when selling a house 10:37 Mike Ferrante discusses how price and market time are directly related12:27 Mike Reilly talks about pulling the house off to reset the price15:13 Mike and Mike discuss properties coming soon and how to advertise them21:58 Mike and Mike discuss when will Cleveland's spring market be hot? 

Mike and Mike are talking about real estate in Cleveland. They tell stories from the seamier side of investing as well as horror stories of having a bad property management company. You won't want to miss this great episode that will benefit all investors.2:08 Mike and Mike start telling horror stories about property managers18:18 Mike Reilly's advice for first-time investors in Cleveland18:50 Mike Ferrante discusses the importance of assembling the right team, as well as checks and balances21:12 Mike Reilly suggests keep your real estate team separate for cross-checking.

Find out what is hot and what's not, based on the insights of Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante, two of the most experienced investors, agents, and homebuyers in Cleveland. The latest episode of the Cleveland real estate investor podcast discusses the latest trends in real estate investing, current pricing and development, and general market updates on buying and selling. Stay tuned.2:02 Mike Ferrante talks about February heat check8:07 Mike and Mike discuss the market price, is it crashing or dropping? 13:40 Mike Ferrante mentions that millennials make up a large portion of real estate buyers today17:46 Mike Reilly discusses with Mike Ferrante about downsizing a house and when is the perfect time to do it.24:09 Mike Ferrante predicts what the spring market will look like 

If you're thinking about building your own house, here are some things to keep in mind. On this episode of the Cleveland Real Estate Investor Podcast, Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss the process, from square foot costs to how much to pay an architect. All of this and more.4:00 Mike and Mike discuss building a house, from the ballpark amount to pay an architect to design the house to general contractor and more.14:34 Mike and Mike discuss how much a square foot house would cost.21:47 Mike Ferrante gives his first take on what the February real estate market looks like23:15 Mike Reilly gives an insight into what real estate really is 

Mike and Mike are back with an all-new episode, talking about the real estate market in January. Are prices going up? What about inventory? How can a consulting expert help you with your investment? Tune in to find out!2:58 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss consulting as paying for expertise and knowledge9:04 Mike and Mike talk about the January real estate market heat check21:13 Mike Ferrante talks about inventory22:42 Mike Reilly speaks about ways to vet a realtor27:05 Mike Ferrante discusses about general comment about real estate market29:27 Mike Ferrante discusses the estimate price per square foot in the Cleveland market.

Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante take a closer look at the year that was in Cleveland real estate. A number of topics are covered, such as the average number of years people live in their homes nowadays, work from home dynamics, converting retail and office space into apartments, Airbnb short-term rentals, what to do when a pipe freezes, and they also take a quick look ahead to what's in store for real estate in 2023.8:03 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss how long people lived in their homes on average12:01 Mike and Mike discuss apartment and condo developments17:26 Mike Reilly talks about not putting all your eggs in one basket20:45 Mike Reilly discusses Airbnb driving more people to host24:27 Mike Reilly talks with Mike Ferrante about most important thing to do when you have frozen pipe29:49 Mike and Mike discuss their final thoughts for 2022

The holiday break is upon us and that means it's time to catch up on all the books and movies we've been meaning to read and watch. Listen to this episode to hear what we recommend for your holiday break, and learn about some of our favorite books and movies. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode of The Cleveland Real Estate Investor Podcast! 

In this episode, Mike and Mike start off with the December real estate market in Cleveland.  White hot, red hot, or just warm? Then we discuss the pros and cons of the Realtors in the Northeast Ohio area.  5:57 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss the real estate market in December9:08 Mike Ferrante discusses with Mike Reilly the reasons why houses sit on the market for so long10:56 Mike Reilly talks about minor checklists for selling a house13:55 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante talk about sweat equity17:40 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss about realtors

Airbnb wants you to be a 'host'. As the ancient Greeks said, 'Be aware of strangers bearing gifts'. In this episode, Mike and Mike discuss the pros and cons of short-term rentals and should you be putting all your eggs in the Airbnb basket. They also discuss hiring a consultant to guide you through the maze of short-term rentals. Yeah, kind of infomercial, but worth listening to.4:05 Mike and Mike Ferrante discuss running your own Airbnb, as well as general tips and tricks.7:22 Mike Reilly talks about Airbnb for short term rentals.13:32 Mike Reilly discusses Airbnb, in light of the fact that it is competing with hotels.14:51 Mike Reilly warns about scammers online, especially on Airbnb.22:02 Mike Reilly discusses what he does to eliminate the potential of having any scammers.25:01 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss a good indicator of the quality of the neighborhood you're buying to set up your short-term rental.29:20 Last note from Mike Reilly about short term rental damages versus long term rentals. 

In this episode, Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante talk about the latest Cleveland Housing market reactions to the Fed's interest rates.  Then they give their top ten, get ready for Cleveland winter, tips for your rental home.5:17 Mike Ferrante and Mike Reilly discuss hiring versus laying off8:26 Mike Ferrante's message to investors in Cleveland11:02 Ferrante discusses how it's still a great time to sell for those considering cashing out because the market is still hot. The market is still skewed toward sellers.22:26 Mike Ferrante and Mike Reilly discuss cap rates26:13 Mike Reilly shares top ten ‘get ready for Cleveland winter' tips for rental home.

In this episode. Mike and Mike talk about the Cleveland Real Estate market's reaction to the Fed's round of interest rates.  Surprisingly, there seems to be no overreaction, instead a gradual rebalancing to normalcy. Then they talk about ARM's and why you should consider them in your financing plans.1:07 Mike Ferrante and Mike Reilly discuss interest rates5:08 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss the cost of renting versus buying9:30 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss ARMs and malpractice among realtors13:32 Mike Ferrante throws numbers for real estate market analysis20:35 Mike Reilly discusses the possibility of marketing a house with financing

It's getting colder in Cleveland, both literally with the Real Estate Market and the weather.  Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante do a deep dive into the stats, talk about buying opportunities coming up, and what qualifies as the smart buyers vs the dumb ones. 0:52 Mike Ferrante and Mike Reilly begin discussing analytics.6:41 Mike Reilly talks about smart money versus dumb money in real estate.8:36 Mike Ferrante and Mike Reilly discuss the common denominators among houses that have sat for 100 days.11:32 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss the importance of assembling a great team before buying a house.17:18 Mike Reilly talks about real estate market heat checks for October are cooling down, just  like the weather.

Do you get a call from a potential investor but when you call them back, they won't answer? Well, in this podcast episode, we're going to take you through some common reasons and what you should do from there. We also have some pre real estate market heat check for October. Don't miss out on what's happening in the real estate market right now.1:41 Ferrante and Reilly begin the conversation by discussing little details regarding the October real estate market.3:21 Mike Reilly discusses those investors who call, but don't return his calls.12:44 Mike Reilly discusses Cleveland's incompetent property managers.19:27 Mike Reilly talks about how the property manager is the most important element in the equation.26:36 Mike Reilly talks about Reilly Properties service.

Every month, our podcast brings you the latest about the real estate market. Listen to Cleveland Real Estate Investor Podcast for the September 2022 real estate market update. Join us as we discuss what's happening in the world of home buying and selling. Don't miss out on this exciting information from real estate experts Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante.1:21 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante begin discussing September's heat check.1:21 Mike Reilly talks about newbie investors8.22 Mike Reilly discusses about first time home buyers11:11 Mike Reilly mentions about the desirable neighborhoods in Cleveland Heights17:23 Mike Reilly talks about downsizers21:08 Mike Reilly discusses with Mike Ferrante about the 10:31 exchange23:58 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante wrap up the episode with final analysis of September's real estate market

It's time for your monthly temperature check on the real estate market. On this episode, we discuss the real estate market in August 2022. Listen to the real estate experts Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante on what the housing market is like and what you can expect. Stay tuned and stay up-to-date on the latest market conditions.1:38 Mike Ferrante starts the real estate heat check by stating that the market is not changing, however there is less competition.3:37 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss the market correction and the flood of sellers9:21 Mike Reilly shares his story about the mansion that he bought in his neighborhood in Cleveland Heights11:46 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss more details about August heat check21:40 Mike Reilly addressed investors who are interested in buying a house.

In this episode, we talk about the housing problem in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. We dive into what led to this problem and what steps we can take to solve it. Our goal is to make this an inclusive conversation that benefits everyone living here. Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss the top 10 things that the new mayor and some of the new council members should do as an action plan to turn around Cleveland Heights' housing situation.4:02 Mike talks about his first rule, nobody is allowed to talk about how they care about moving houses 5:40 On Mike's second rule. You are not allowed to spend any money on studies or surveys or asking the constituents representativeness7:11 Racial justice and getting people's attention is Mike's no. 3 rule.8:41 Number 4 rule. He talks about vacant properties is equal to more crime.10:30 Number 5, Mike suggests we need a separate department that is tasked to deal with vacant housing. 12:12 Number six. Someone who lead the housing should have experience in the real estate business14:41 On his 7th rule. Out of state investors as being the big bad wolf in all this. Out of state investors are not the problem.21:51 Number 8. He talks about housing court revolving door.29:26 Mike's 9th rule. Get a call center set up 31:26 Finally his no. 10th. He discusses about improving the Cleveland housing website.

Real Estate is constantly growing, but it always has its good days and bad days. This podcast will provide an overview of the state of the real estate market from an expert. With years of experience in the field, Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante will give you an overview of what's happening in Real Estate this month of July. Is there a crash coming? We will answer this question and more.1:59 Mike Reilly talks about the status of real estate this month of July4:47 Mike Reilly talks about rising interest rates and the rise of inflation in the market11:07 Mike Ferrante talks about his insights about the crash in the market15:38 Mike Ferrante gives his general overview for those investors who want to invest in Cleveland23:22 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante answers the question is the market crashing

How do you know if your real estate investment is a home run or a total disaster? If you're new to real estate investing, the major statistic we use to forecast our property's ROI is capitalization rate. It allows us to determine if we are actually making our ROI or are we losing money. In this episode, Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante share horror stories of real estate experiences that can turn your dreams of financial security into nightmares of bad debt, poor returns, and lost opportunities.2:02 Mike Ferrante explains what a cap rate is.5:51 Mike Reilly discusses another type of deal in real estate – timeshare.6:54 Mike Reilly shares a story about an investor who bought a quadplex with a good cap rate and a voucher tenant.10:51 Michael Reilly shares another story of an investor who had a tenant stop paying rent once new owners were in place.12:52 Mike Ferrante talks about the importance of knowing the nuances of neighborhoods.15:16 Mike Reilly shares another story of an investor who bought a duplex in a nice area and inherited a tenant who is causing him major headaches.19:52 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante share a quick heat check of the current real estate market.

This is the Cleveland real estate investor podcast. So you can stay on top of the trends and make the best investment decisions, Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante provide insight on the current status of the Cleveland real estate market.1:48 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante start the discussion about analytics; how do you find a house to buy? 8:59 Mike Reilly talks about bubble on duplexes.13:51 Mike Reilly mentions importance of doing some due diligence for those of you who are hot to buy a duplex. 14:39 Mike Reilly talks about Cleveland areas that are getting overpriced now.15:54 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante talk about investment properties status based from a cash flow standpoint.17:00 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss about cap rates in real estate.

Cleveland home buyers: Is April a good month to buy a house? Get an update on what's happening in the real estate market by listening to Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante. Are we seeing an inventory shortage? Could Cleveland real estate be experiencing a bubble? This and much more on investment in Cleveland.1:25 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss the real estate market check for April3:17 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante talk about interestrates12:57 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss about howdo people make money in Cleveland15:56 Mike Ferrante talks about multi-family home onthe market today27:01 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss aboutbubble in Cleveland real estate 

The real estate market is constantly changing. Now that the weather is starting to warm up, it's important to stay ahead of new trends and know what to expect. Here is a market temp check for spring with Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante. We also discuss investors and vacant houses in Cleveland, and who is ripping off Grandma in the real estate market.3:49 Mike Ferrante discusses what caused the inventory shortage in Northeast Ohio5:03 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss the percentage of home buyers who are investors versus home owners6:06 Mike Reilly speaks about investors ripping off seniors and grandmothers13:13 Mike Ferrante discusses the investor from his perspective14:28 Mike Reilly talks about the bad housing situation in Cleveland Heights19:00 Mike Ferrante speaks to the difference between Cleveland Heights and a city like Lakewood

Is the real estate market hot or cold during the winter? In this episode, Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante give us an update about the status of the real estate market in Cleveland. We also discuss what repairs and maintenance you need to be aware of when you own a rental property, especially during the winter months.2:37 Mike Ferrante talks about the different challenges when you're investing real estate in Cleveland3:16 Mike Reilly discusses the repairs and the maintenance that you have to be aware of when you own rental property5:20 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante discuss heat check in February8:28 Mike Reilly mentions about vacant houses and foreclosures15:24 Mike Ferrante explains the reason why there are more homebuyers in the market23:27 Mike Reilly and Mike Ferrante talks about spring market

Housing is a huge issue in Cleveland Heights. Its important for us to note how many vacant houses there really are in the city so we can acknowledge the problem. A high percentage of foreclosures occur in some areas, and the city hasn't done anything about it. On this episode, Mike Reilly sits down with Cleveland Heights Councilman Tony CUDA to discuss Cleveland's housing problems and what are Cleveland's plans going forward.2:24 Tony Cuda talks about housing as a priority.5:54 Mike Reilly explains why Cleveland Heights has been so bad about vacant housing.7:55 Tony Cuda explains his thoughts about housing and investors getting into the market.20:25 Tony Cuda discusses the more accountable system for housing.30:04 Mike Reilly talks about housing as the number one issue in Cleveland Heights.