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ReafCo | Liston Team
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5.0 stars
26 Reviews
Markets served
Toledo, OH
Canton, OH
Cleveland, OH
Akron, OH
Dayton, OH
Cincinnati, OH
Columbus, OH
About us
Zeke Liston is a realtor and investment specialist with four years of diverse experience in the Central Ohio real estate market. He is motivated by his passion for helping both established investors and first-time property buyers build long-term financial security. With a foundation in property management from early in his career, Zeke has developed a successful real estate team at ReafCo in Columbus, OH, while accumulating an extensive asset portfolio personally. He specializes in securing the most profitable deals for his clients, helping them reach their financial goals.
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Reviews (26)
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6 months ago
Reviewed by
Jacob Diaz
As an OOS newbie investor, I was super grateful for all that Zeke did to get me started in Columbus rental investment. I could tell right away that he had helped others in my shoes as well, and is also a knowledgeable investor.
Right off the bat, he gave me a bunch of contacts for all aspects of the process, including contractors, property managers, lenders, etc.
Throughout the search process he was very patient, answering all of my questions promptly and thoroughly.
And when an off-market deal for a duplex that suited my criteria actually came up (which I ended up taking), he came with evidence to show me what made this deal appealing (e.g. area rents, comps, project appreciation), and explained my options if I were to move forward with the deal.
I'll definitely be working with him in the future
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Yves Fortune
Zeke was tremendous in assisting Jumpstart my introduction to homeownership/ investing. He has great soft skills that make you feel comfortable in your interactions, and he has patience in answering as many questions I had ( regardless how many times I asked the question over and over and over ). He's also well informed on what's going on on columbus and was a great resource to ask about up and coming neighborhoods/ landmarks etc. He also followed up several times after closing to make sure I had a seamless move.
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Nathan Keller
Zeke totally knocked it out of the park. If you're in Columbus, or outside of Columbus (like us) he's your guy. He got us a duplex in a competitive multiple offer situation at a very good price. He was quick to respond, fast to act, very professional and knowledgable, and he provided us with enough info for us to make a quick but informed decision. We were looking OOS for a property to BRRRR, and Zeke was already speaking the language so there was no learning curve. We def want to work with Zeke again.
-Nathan and Talia
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Sairam Iyer
What sets Zeke apart is: his honest assessment of the house, neighborhood and investment strategy. Couple this with his market knowledge and investor experience, and you have a super valuable resource.
As an OoS investor, I bought my first property which was an off-market deal through him. He handled everything smoothly and professionally. Due to COVID, I didn't see the house, but he sent me footage of a walkthrough with his commentary on details.
Would highly recommend connecting with him, especially for investors.
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Remington Lyman
Zeke is a self-started. He does everything possible to ensure that his clients have a great experience. His knowledge of real estate investing allows him to work effectively with other investors looking to purchase in the Columbus, Ohio market.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Steven Foster Wilson
I’m an investor looking for deals and that’s exactly why I use Reafco. They understand what I’m looking for and don’t waste my time with what I’m not.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Brandon Goldsmith
Zeke a hard workingdicated agent who guides investors through the whole process seamlessly. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced investor, he is always there to help.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Macario Glover
Zeke did a great job for me! He helped find a great property and connect me with the necessary people to make a successful deal. Being an out of state investor a good realtor is extremely important and Zeke helped me out with everything. I wouldn't have been able to do it without him!
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Reece Iovine
Zeke helped myself and my partner purchase our 3rd duplex. He found us an off market deal that had some great value add that we got at a good price.
This type of deal would have never been found on market and it's thanks to Zeke's work ethic and experience that found this deal and got it closed.
Thanks so much!!
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Benson Gee
Zeke was great with communicating with me through out the process. I am a OOS investor and never been in the city of Columbus. He sent me videos and pictures of the houses he was showing me and gave me good and bad opinion about it. Great guy to work with.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Seth Ringwalt
This guy is a machine. Upon engaging with Zeke, he's sending you deals from the MLS, off-market deals, pocket listings, and deals from wholesalers. This is not a sales pitch without action; I've discussed properties with Zeke that have come from all four sources. One of Zeke's key strengths is asking the right questions to figure out what your goals are, and the specific property characteristics you are looking for, then going all out to make that happen. I explained to Zeke the location in which I wanted to buy, as well as the level of rehab I was okay with. In the end, Zeke sourced my first property from a motivated seller whom he had been going back and forth with for over a year. He is a very well connected real estate agent in the Columbus market. Zeke knows the area street by street, and is very intentional about continual improvement. He was prompt, professional, and eager to help. I honestly never had a single frustration the whole time we worked together, it was truly refreshing.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Joey Castagnola
Zeke was amazing. As a new out of state investor I was as familiar as I could be with the Columbus area from internet searches, videos, blogs and second hand information. However, that doesn’t really give you all of the confidence and necessary information. Working with Zeke I received tons of listings, property managers, financial institutions to bank with and many other key details necessary for investing. I was very glad he was on Bigger Pockets as he made the dip into OOS investing so much easier. I would highly recommend working with him!
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Shawn Murphy
Recently moving to Columbus, I didn’t have much knowledge about the area. Zeke changed that. His assessments of the neighborhoods and houses in general were honest and thorough. You can’t go wrong working with Zeke!
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Eric Rose
Zeke is BY FAR the best agent I've ever worked with! He made me feel like I'm the most important client to him. I can't stress this enough. If you're thinking about using Zeke, DO IT!
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Jon Catterson
We found Zeke through BiggerPockets and he was great from the jump. He answered our multitude of questions on the first call then provided us with lists of lenders, property managers, and contractors. We love our lender and property manager and have used a contractor for quotes who seems good too. We purchased one property so far with Zeke and the process was smooth. He is very responsive. His office provides off market deals to look at too! We are out of state investors and look forward to buying more with Zeke.
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Michael Keane
If you want to invest successfully in Columbus, OH, then call Zeke. An investor-focused broker, Zeke possesses an institutional knowledge of Columbus neighborhoods and an encyclopedic understanding of real estate investing. He will bring you not only properties, but will help build out a first-rate team to support your real estate endeavors. Another reviewer referred to Zeke as a "machine." I echo this, and would add "gentlemen" and "rock star." Thanks, Zeke, for the successful collaboration. Looking forward to many more!
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Anish Patel
Zeke is a phenomenal agent for out of state investors. He shares the same vision that many of us have, so he understands our needs as investors. He's incredibly humble, patient, and thoughtful. He's also quite savvy in thinking through opportunities and appropriate negotiation strategies. He responds in incredibly quickly and thoroughly. I can't recommend him enough!
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Joel Lohoua
Zeke was instrumental in helping me purchase my first property. He kept sending me deals and knew what I wanted. Provided his input whenever needed and always answered my questions. He’s well resourced and knows the area. Highly recommend his team.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Chinmay N.
Zeke Liston is one of the absolute best investor-friendly agent you can work with in Columbus, OH. Zeke is very professional, extremely knowledgeable about the Columbus market (and beyond!) and highly responsive. I particularly like the fact that Zeke (and ReafCo.) are technology-forward (electronic document signing & processing, online market research, rent reports, etc.) and have organized processes to help clients with their investment goals. As of this writing, I have closed 4 properties with Zeke remotely and all of them are solid rock-stars in my portfolio. Zeke was instrumental helping me succeed by connecting me with the best lenders, insurance agents, contractors, property managers, etc. DM me and I'll be happy to personally share more if anyone's still unconvinced. I cannot recommend Zeke enough to you folks!
-CN
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Supreet M.
Zeke is one of the best agent's I have worked with. His detailed emails on off-market properties along with his research and rent reports makes the remote investing process much smoother. He also referred lenders and contractors that he had personally used which was very helpful. He is very responsive and has expert level knowledge of Columbus neighborhoods. I would happily recommend him to folks and you would be lucky to have him as your realtor.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Antonio Jaramillo
I recently purchased my first investment home, which also happened to be out of state, in Columbus, Ohio. On top of that, I did the entire process virtually. Normally, one would probably want to have boots on the ground to ensure they know what they’re getting into but under the current circumstances with COVID and with enhancements with the tech, like Facetime, Zoom, etc. virtual purchases can be done safely and confidently. You just have to have the right team that knows what they are doing and who will guide you through the process.
Zeke Liston was an essential guide in my process of purchasing my investment home. He knows the region and the market, has the instincts one needs to make the right deal, and has all of the connections you need to build a team (contractors, brokers, PMs, etc.). He also has the patience and the energy to educate newbs like myself. We made a couple of offers on homes of which I failed to beat the competition. But Zeke’s advice helped me not to overbid and just cut my losses. Eventually we were able to snag a property that hit the 1% rule, already had a paying tenant, was in a neighborhood that is experiencing continual growth. Thanks to Zeke’s hunch, the seller even agreed to knock the original asking price down for us.
My experience as a first-time investor couldn’t have been more satisfying. Sure, there were a few stressful moments, but that’s something we all have to accept in this biz. But if you’re looking to invest in Ohio, I’d recommend giving Zeke try. I’m glad that I did.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Nils Hay
Zeke is awesome, he helped get me focused on my first deal and figure out what I really wanted. Excited for our future together and many, many more deals.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Danette S.
Working with Zeke to find and close on our first OOS investment property was absolutely the best move we made. Zeke was very helpful (and honest & upfront) with every house search & inquiry we sent him - he clearly knows the Columbus market well. He was responsive, easy to communicate with, and provided explanations through every step. Investing out of state is not an easy process, buying site unseen can be intimidating and scary, but with Zeke, we felt very comfortable with the entire process. Thank you Zeke for helping us pave the path of our RE investing journey! We will definitely be reaching out to you when we're ready to add another to our portfolio!
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Stephen Lynch
Zeke is awesome. We quickly hit the ground running and he found a property that I intend to BRRRR over the next 6 months. I’m looking forward to finding the next thereafter with his team.
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Alfath Ahmed
Zeke is a very talented investor and agent. I worked with him to buy a duplex in Southern Orchards. He is very knowledgeable about the Columbus market and provides a ton of value to his clients. I look forward to seeing his continued growth.
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Pablo Turpin
Working with Zeke was an absolute pleasure, he is very easy to work with, and apart from his professionalism, he has a passion for this.
I would 100% recommend working with Zeke, I'm looking forward to working together with him in the future.
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Jacob Diaz
As an OOS newbie investor, I was super grateful for all that Zeke did to get me started in Columbus rental investment. I could tell right away that he had helped others in my shoes as well, and is also a knowledgeable investor.
Right off the bat, he gave me a bunch of contacts for all aspects of the process, including contractors, property managers, lenders, etc.
Throughout the search process he was very patient, answering all of my questions promptly and thoroughly.
And when an off-market deal for a duplex that suited my criteria actually came up (which I ended up taking), he came with evidence to show me what made this deal appealing (e.g. area rents, comps, project appreciation), and explained my options if I were to move forward with the deal.
I'll definitely be working with him in the future
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Yves Fortune
Zeke was tremendous in assisting Jumpstart my introduction to homeownership/ investing. He has great soft skills that make you feel comfortable in your interactions, and he has patience in answering as many questions I had ( regardless how many times I asked the question over and over and over ). He's also well informed on what's going on on columbus and was a great resource to ask about up and coming neighborhoods/ landmarks etc. He also followed up several times after closing to make sure I had a seamless move.
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Nathan Keller
Zeke totally knocked it out of the park. If you're in Columbus, or outside of Columbus (like us) he's your guy. He got us a duplex in a competitive multiple offer situation at a very good price. He was quick to respond, fast to act, very professional and knowledgable, and he provided us with enough info for us to make a quick but informed decision. We were looking OOS for a property to BRRRR, and Zeke was already speaking the language so there was no learning curve. We def want to work with Zeke again.
-Nathan and Talia
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Sairam Iyer
What sets Zeke apart is: his honest assessment of the house, neighborhood and investment strategy. Couple this with his market knowledge and investor experience, and you have a super valuable resource.
As an OoS investor, I bought my first property which was an off-market deal through him. He handled everything smoothly and professionally. Due to COVID, I didn't see the house, but he sent me footage of a walkthrough with his commentary on details.
Would highly recommend connecting with him, especially for investors.
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Remington Lyman
Zeke is a self-started. He does everything possible to ensure that his clients have a great experience. His knowledge of real estate investing allows him to work effectively with other investors looking to purchase in the Columbus, Ohio market.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Steven Foster Wilson
I’m an investor looking for deals and that’s exactly why I use Reafco. They understand what I’m looking for and don’t waste my time with what I’m not.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Brandon Goldsmith
Zeke a hard workingdicated agent who guides investors through the whole process seamlessly. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced investor, he is always there to help.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Macario Glover
Zeke did a great job for me! He helped find a great property and connect me with the necessary people to make a successful deal. Being an out of state investor a good realtor is extremely important and Zeke helped me out with everything. I wouldn't have been able to do it without him!
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Reece Iovine
Zeke helped myself and my partner purchase our 3rd duplex. He found us an off market deal that had some great value add that we got at a good price.
This type of deal would have never been found on market and it's thanks to Zeke's work ethic and experience that found this deal and got it closed.
Thanks so much!!
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Benson Gee
Zeke was great with communicating with me through out the process. I am a OOS investor and never been in the city of Columbus. He sent me videos and pictures of the houses he was showing me and gave me good and bad opinion about it. Great guy to work with.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Seth Ringwalt
This guy is a machine. Upon engaging with Zeke, he's sending you deals from the MLS, off-market deals, pocket listings, and deals from wholesalers. This is not a sales pitch without action; I've discussed properties with Zeke that have come from all four sources. One of Zeke's key strengths is asking the right questions to figure out what your goals are, and the specific property characteristics you are looking for, then going all out to make that happen. I explained to Zeke the location in which I wanted to buy, as well as the level of rehab I was okay with. In the end, Zeke sourced my first property from a motivated seller whom he had been going back and forth with for over a year. He is a very well connected real estate agent in the Columbus market. Zeke knows the area street by street, and is very intentional about continual improvement. He was prompt, professional, and eager to help. I honestly never had a single frustration the whole time we worked together, it was truly refreshing.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Joey Castagnola
Zeke was amazing. As a new out of state investor I was as familiar as I could be with the Columbus area from internet searches, videos, blogs and second hand information. However, that doesn’t really give you all of the confidence and necessary information. Working with Zeke I received tons of listings, property managers, financial institutions to bank with and many other key details necessary for investing. I was very glad he was on Bigger Pockets as he made the dip into OOS investing so much easier. I would highly recommend working with him!
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Shawn Murphy
Recently moving to Columbus, I didn’t have much knowledge about the area. Zeke changed that. His assessments of the neighborhoods and houses in general were honest and thorough. You can’t go wrong working with Zeke!
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Eric Rose
Zeke is BY FAR the best agent I've ever worked with! He made me feel like I'm the most important client to him. I can't stress this enough. If you're thinking about using Zeke, DO IT!
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Jon Catterson
We found Zeke through BiggerPockets and he was great from the jump. He answered our multitude of questions on the first call then provided us with lists of lenders, property managers, and contractors. We love our lender and property manager and have used a contractor for quotes who seems good too. We purchased one property so far with Zeke and the process was smooth. He is very responsive. His office provides off market deals to look at too! We are out of state investors and look forward to buying more with Zeke.
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Michael Keane
If you want to invest successfully in Columbus, OH, then call Zeke. An investor-focused broker, Zeke possesses an institutional knowledge of Columbus neighborhoods and an encyclopedic understanding of real estate investing. He will bring you not only properties, but will help build out a first-rate team to support your real estate endeavors. Another reviewer referred to Zeke as a "machine." I echo this, and would add "gentlemen" and "rock star." Thanks, Zeke, for the successful collaboration. Looking forward to many more!
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Anish Patel
Zeke is a phenomenal agent for out of state investors. He shares the same vision that many of us have, so he understands our needs as investors. He's incredibly humble, patient, and thoughtful. He's also quite savvy in thinking through opportunities and appropriate negotiation strategies. He responds in incredibly quickly and thoroughly. I can't recommend him enough!
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Joel Lohoua
Zeke was instrumental in helping me purchase my first property. He kept sending me deals and knew what I wanted. Provided his input whenever needed and always answered my questions. He’s well resourced and knows the area. Highly recommend his team.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Chinmay N.
Zeke Liston is one of the absolute best investor-friendly agent you can work with in Columbus, OH. Zeke is very professional, extremely knowledgeable about the Columbus market (and beyond!) and highly responsive. I particularly like the fact that Zeke (and ReafCo.) are technology-forward (electronic document signing & processing, online market research, rent reports, etc.) and have organized processes to help clients with their investment goals. As of this writing, I have closed 4 properties with Zeke remotely and all of them are solid rock-stars in my portfolio. Zeke was instrumental helping me succeed by connecting me with the best lenders, insurance agents, contractors, property managers, etc. DM me and I'll be happy to personally share more if anyone's still unconvinced. I cannot recommend Zeke enough to you folks!
-CN
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Supreet M.
Zeke is one of the best agent's I have worked with. His detailed emails on off-market properties along with his research and rent reports makes the remote investing process much smoother. He also referred lenders and contractors that he had personally used which was very helpful. He is very responsive and has expert level knowledge of Columbus neighborhoods. I would happily recommend him to folks and you would be lucky to have him as your realtor.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Antonio Jaramillo
I recently purchased my first investment home, which also happened to be out of state, in Columbus, Ohio. On top of that, I did the entire process virtually. Normally, one would probably want to have boots on the ground to ensure they know what they’re getting into but under the current circumstances with COVID and with enhancements with the tech, like Facetime, Zoom, etc. virtual purchases can be done safely and confidently. You just have to have the right team that knows what they are doing and who will guide you through the process.
Zeke Liston was an essential guide in my process of purchasing my investment home. He knows the region and the market, has the instincts one needs to make the right deal, and has all of the connections you need to build a team (contractors, brokers, PMs, etc.). He also has the patience and the energy to educate newbs like myself. We made a couple of offers on homes of which I failed to beat the competition. But Zeke’s advice helped me not to overbid and just cut my losses. Eventually we were able to snag a property that hit the 1% rule, already had a paying tenant, was in a neighborhood that is experiencing continual growth. Thanks to Zeke’s hunch, the seller even agreed to knock the original asking price down for us.
My experience as a first-time investor couldn’t have been more satisfying. Sure, there were a few stressful moments, but that’s something we all have to accept in this biz. But if you’re looking to invest in Ohio, I’d recommend giving Zeke try. I’m glad that I did.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Nils Hay
Zeke is awesome, he helped get me focused on my first deal and figure out what I really wanted. Excited for our future together and many, many more deals.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Danette S.
Working with Zeke to find and close on our first OOS investment property was absolutely the best move we made. Zeke was very helpful (and honest & upfront) with every house search & inquiry we sent him - he clearly knows the Columbus market well. He was responsive, easy to communicate with, and provided explanations through every step. Investing out of state is not an easy process, buying site unseen can be intimidating and scary, but with Zeke, we felt very comfortable with the entire process. Thank you Zeke for helping us pave the path of our RE investing journey! We will definitely be reaching out to you when we're ready to add another to our portfolio!
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Stephen Lynch
Zeke is awesome. We quickly hit the ground running and he found a property that I intend to BRRRR over the next 6 months. I’m looking forward to finding the next thereafter with his team.
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Alfath Ahmed
Zeke is a very talented investor and agent. I worked with him to buy a duplex in Southern Orchards. He is very knowledgeable about the Columbus market and provides a ton of value to his clients. I look forward to seeing his continued growth.
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Pablo Turpin
Working with Zeke was an absolute pleasure, he is very easy to work with, and apart from his professionalism, he has a passion for this.
I would 100% recommend working with Zeke, I'm looking forward to working together with him in the future.