Specialties:
Multi-Family (2-4 units), Multi-Family (5+ units), Single-Family Rental
Clara is an investor-friendly agent focusing on co-living, multifamily rentals and STR/Airbnb's. My focus is NOT aligned with owner-occupant, single-family or fix & flips.
Clara Arroyave, a strategic leader in co-living and residential real estate, has left an indelible mark on the industry through her tenure as the former CEO of PlaceMe and current role as CEO of ColivingCashflow.com.
In a mere 24 months, Clara propelled PlaceMe from inception to $2 million in revenue, accommodating over 700 residents. Leveraging a master lease and management model, she strategically increased the company’s assets under management to surpass $40 million, establishing PlaceMe as a formidable player in the co-living space.
Noteworthy strategic decisions under Clara’s leadership include the successful acquisition of a competitor in June 2019, doubling operational scale without additional capital investment. In Q3 2020, Clara adeptly navigated the M&A process with Split Spot, further solidifying the relationship with her investors during a difficult time.
She has cultivated robust relationships with landlords, lenders, and investors, earning their trust through sound advice in managing and expanding their portfolios. Clara has effectively overseen and advised on approximately $80 million in co-living portfolios in the region, establishing herself as a recognized expert and advocate for this asset class.
In her current role at ColivingCashflow.com, Clara is poised to extend her expertise to support buyers, sellers, and investors entering the co-living space in the New England region.
Beyond her business acumen, Clara actively contributes as a strategic player in the Boston startup community. Serving as a fellow board member at Breakthrough Greater Boston and as a member of First Group Latinos for Education, she leverages her expertise to make meaningful contributions to community initiatives.
A distinguished alumna, Clara holds an MBA from Hult International Business School, where she earned two innovation awards. Complemented by her undergraduate degree in Social Communication – Media from the University of Antioquia, Clara’s academic and professional journey reflects a strategic mindset, innovation-driven leadership, and a commitment to transforming the landscape of co-living and residential real estate.
Moreover, Clara holds a Real Estate license for Massachusetts, adding a regulatory dimension to her multifaceted skill set. Her commitment to innovation-driven leadership positions her as a transformative force in the co-living and residential real estate landscape.
In a mere 24 months, Clara propelled PlaceMe from inception to $2 million in revenue, accommodating over 700 residents. Leveraging a master lease and management model, she strategically increased the company’s assets under management to surpass $40 million, establishing PlaceMe as a formidable player in the co-living space.
Noteworthy strategic decisions under Clara’s leadership include the successful acquisition of a competitor in June 2019, doubling operational scale without additional capital investment. In Q3 2020, Clara adeptly navigated the M&A process with Split Spot, further solidifying the relationship with her investors during a difficult time.
