All Forum Posts by: Melanie Daigle

Hey BP peeps! My name is Melanie and I am a realtor/investor living in Houston, Texas. I will be investing OOS in Cleveland, Ohio this year and I am looking to build my Core Four all-star team! My number one priority is cashflow to replace my current expenses and then I will shift my focus to appreciation.

Any recommendations for:

• Investor-focused realtors

• Lenders (hard money & conventional)

• Property managers versed in section 8

• Reliable contractors (not necessarily the most affordable)

All thoughts are greatly appreciated! I am headed there at the end of next month so I would love to meet in person. If there is enough interest I will organize a meetup!

I would like to add value to you in return, so if you have any questions about the Houston market I am happy to discuss! I have been a realtor for over 5 years and have invested here myself.

Thanks a million!

@Chris Wharton Hey I sent you an invitation to connect! I’m looking for lenders in Ohio. I would love to discuss further!

@Marc Rice Thanks for the recommendation!

@Brian S. I sent you an invitation to connect! I would love to get that list of property managers in Cleveland if they still are high on your list. Thanks!

@James Wise Thank you for clarifying! This makes sense.

@James Wise Thanks so much! Do I not need to worry since it is included in that 10% or because those types of properties don’t require snow removal?

I am looking to invest in Cleveland, Ohio and I would like to know what you suggest including in monthly property management/maintenance fees? I’ve only ever purchased homes in Houston, Texas so the first thing that comes to mind is snow removal. What other things would you add? And approximately how much would you allocate? I’m looking at small multi families. Thanks!!

@Robert Matelski I would love to see that map too! I’ve requested to connect.

@Michelle Fenn Thank you for sharing!!

@Brian Garlington Thanks for these tips! I would love to connect and see about that lender you mentioned. I’m starting my investing journey in Cleveland so it would be hugely helpful to connect with your lender.