Why East Cleveland Might Be the Best-Kept Secret in Real Estate | Interview w/ Mayor Lateek Shabazz
In this powerful episode, Richard Wayland interviews Mayor Lateek Shabazz of East Cleveland about real estate, affordable housing, and why this often-overlooked city is a goldmine for investors, business owners, and community-minded leaders.
From entrepreneurship to education, safety to long-term opportunity, Mayor Shabazz shares his personal journey and real-world insights on building a thriving city. Whether you’re looking to invest, launch a business, or help revitalize a historic neighborhood, this is your blueprint for investing with purpose.
What You’ll Learn:
Why East Cleveland is a smart alternative to big-city markets
How affordable property opens doors for entrepreneurs
Where to start if you want to invest or build in the city
How safety, schools, and culture are shaping its future
Why flipping the narrative is more powerful than flipping homes
📍 Featuring grassroots leadership, real talk, and community-first strategy—this is more than a real estate conversation. It’s a call to imagine something greater.
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