7/28/25

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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