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New Investor in Cleveland, OH
Recently signed up for PRO membership to get more serious about my investing.
I got started about 15 months ago after being hypnotized by Grant Cardone, and somehow convinced my wife to buy a 3-family house. After kicking out the bad tenants (one of whom was running a hair salon out of the apartment) I was able to do some minor cosmetic upgrade myself and increased all the rents 50%. It has been a great experience and I'm excited to take the next step.
I am currently in the market for another multi-family, preferably on the West side of Cleveland. I am also considering partnering with a friend on either another multi-family or a flip.
My personal goal is to acquire 40 units by the end of 2025, starting with 5 this year.
Thanks to everyone who contributes to this awesome resource.
Cheers,
Dave
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Welcome to the site @Dave Stokley
Awesome story, sweat equity at it's finest.
If you are going to buy all those homes you may benefit from becoming an agent yourself. Nobody can get to a hot deal quicker then yourself!