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Chris Collins
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Novelty, OH
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New Member Cleveland, Ohio

Chris Collins
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Novelty, OH
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Hello Bigger Pockets Community.

My name is Chris Collins, from the Cleveland, Ohio area.  I came across bigger pockets while browsing around trying to find answers about getting started with rental properties.

I am currently closing on a 3 property (2 sfr, 1 duplex) deal in an east side suburb of Cleveland; so I am a complete newbie.

My day job- I am currently in the process of taking over our family Heating and Air Conditioning business.  I have officially been with the company for 5 years after graduating from college, however, I worked many summers through college and high school.  We do 90% commercial/industrial work, but I am more than happy to answer any residential HVAC questions.

My goal- Purchase enough rental properties to provide a stream of cash flow for financial freedom. My goal is to oversee both my rental and HVAC businesses, but have them run themselves on a day to day basis. I work a lot of hours, and would like to have the freedom to spend more time with my wife and son (born June 2016) as well as travel more frequently.

I look forward to being part of the BP community!

Thank you,

Chris

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Ryan Arth
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  • Cleveland / Akron, OH
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Ryan Arth
  • Developer
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@Chris Collins Welcome to the community. Using the profits from a non-RE business to purchase rental property is a well worn path to success.

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