All Forum Posts by: Arthur Duhaime

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Quote from @Arthur Duhaime:

Hi I live and currently have rental properties in NE Ohio and I am a state licensed Home Inspector. I have 20+ years construction experience and grew up on the east side of Cleveland. I offer many services that my be helpful to you. I'd love to connect!

Arthur

Hello Arthur,

 We will definitely connect when I plan to line up a few more contacts for the spring in 2024. 

 I look forward to it!

Quote from @Amulya Gullapalli:

Hi, I am out of state investor. I am looking to buy rental property in Ohio. Main goal is cash flow. Please let me know if there are any investor friendly real estate agent who can help me find properties in the area.

For Cleveland try: Andrey Godes

For Akron/Canton: Sam Shaheen

I am home inspector and have worked with both of them they are straight up guys and do a lot of work with investors. I tried to add their contact info but it's prohibited here 

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Quote from @Patrick Goswitz:

don't make the assumption that a contractor who will only provide their own materials is trying to rip you off, it might be a sign that they have pride and want to stand by their work.

Well Said, I was a contractor for 13+ years and this rings true.  When a perspective client wanted a labor only quote it was a red flag and I would avoid working with them. From past experience when an owner supplied material there was low likelihood of getting the right Size, Quantity, type, compatibility etc. I would be left paying for the lost production time. I am not saying you shouldn't seek labor only contractors, If you do go that route you will save money but be prepared for some headache & micromanagement.
In general a competent GC will require control of all aspects of the project as to insure conformance to Quality, Timeline & Budget. A modest markup on material will insure they are still in business the next time you need them.
From my position now as a landlord/investor I will work with labor only contractors for smaller stuff but I expect I will need to provide a certain amount of supervision during and verifying after completion. Quality will be relative to the cost.

Hi, I own 2 doors in the Cleveland area, and live Near Canton, OH. I am a Licensed Home Inspector with 20 years construction experience. I'd love to connect, let me know if I can be of any help to you.

Quote from @Christina Kaiser:

Hello All, 

I am located in the Cleveland, OH area and have become interested in investing in real estate. I am looking to buy and hold single family or small multifamily properties. I plan to buy my first property this year. I initially got interested in real estate from listening to podcasts and wanting to create financial freedom. I have many aspirations outside of my j.o.b and strive for success. I am open ears to hear what advice everyone can provide. Right now I am in the process of looking into real estate agents and wondering if I should have a process in place for a property manager, contractor, ect. 

I look forward to connecting with you all!

 Hi Christina

I am in Northeast Ohio, I own and manage a few rentals in the Cleveland Area and I am a State Licensed Inspector with 20+ years construction experience. I'd love to be eyes on the ground for you if you need it.

Hi, I am exited to join this community! I have owned and managed 2 rental properties in Northeast Ohio for over 10 years now. I am also a licensed home inspector with 20+ years construction experience.  I am looking to expand my portfolio and connect with other investors to provide inspection service. I would love to connect so hit me up!

Hi I live and currently have rental properties in NE Ohio and I am a state licensed Home Inspector. I have 20+ years construction experience and grew up on the east side of Cleveland. I offer many services that my be helpful to you. I'd love to connect!

Arthur