All Forum Posts by: Mike Mocek

Hello @Tyson Thurman before I became a realtor I worked with other investors and learned the trade.  When I purchased my first portfolio in Cleveland, OH, I worked with a wholesaler.  My second was in Tampa, FL and I worked with a Realtor and my last in Akron, OH I purchased from a colleague.  I guide my clients to have a diverse outlook, work with wholesalers, realtors, market and off-market properties, at the end of the day, your investment is what you should be looking at.  We can chat more about how I find deals and you can pick my brain, I will send you a message now!

Good Morning @Paul Walker It sounds like you will be able to find something in both markets. I just sent you a message, lets chat!

Hello @Matt Littlepage I just sent you a message :) 

Good Morning @Jeremy Young I will send you a PM now.

Good Morning @Parth Patel I will send you a PM.  I would like to learn more about your goals to see how I can assist in your growth!

Good Morning @Christopher Alan Rush.  You have asked some great questions!  I am not sure what your criteria is but have you looked at any secondary markets like Akron or Toledo in Ohio.  I personally invest in Akron but I live in Toledo.  Just some insight on Toledo, which is ranked the #1 mid-sized city in the USA for new business start ups. Toledo is also now ranked the #2 city with the most improved parks in recent years, as the city government has been spending a lot of money to revitalize its parks. Toledo has many parks all around the area, especially near the Maumee River which runs down the center of the city and attracts many families in the area to go for evening walks, bike rides, picnics, fishing, kayaking, and more.

Not to mention the jobs that are here already and are coming, Jeep, Owens Corning, Amazon (Two locations), DANA and even Pelaton is bringing their first US facility to Toledo. Toledo is also one of the cities with the most restaurants per capita, and our very own Marco's Pizza has been expanding their business across the country. Along with this our very own GBS Brewing Company is opening up a second brewery right by our famous little coffee joint Plate 21. Some exciting things are happening!

Just a few things to look at as well.  When you are buying investment properties, it is important that you also are investing in a city that is investing to.

Good Morning @Steven Torres, Welcome to both of these markets.  I think you will find success in either, its more important to find which area you will be happiest with.  I will send you a PM!

Good Morning @Rommel DeGuzman Welcome to Toledo Investing!  I am sure you will have great luck here, I sent you a PM.

Absolutely @Ben Morand

@Ben Morand It is a bit of both.  The market is not very strong for what I am trying to accomplish personally.  At the time of the purchase though, the market was pretty decent however, the amount of money, tenant turn overs, lack of a strong PM and just the overall experience put a sour taste in my mouth.