In the Media

Featured In: Mike Ferrante and the Mike Team

Mike Ferrante has been quoted by regional and national media on housing trends, buyer strategy, home construction, affordability, and the Northeast Ohio real estate market.

As Seen In
  • The Wall Street Journal
  • NerdWallet
  • Cleveland Magazine
  • News 5 Cleveland
  • WKYC
  • NewHomeSource
  • Cleveland.com
  • Crain's Cleveland
  • U.S. News & World Report

Featured Articles & Expert Commentary

Mike has been quoted as a subject-matter expert on housing markets, buyer strategy, and construction innovation.

The Wall Street Journal

Home Buyers Are Shopping Again and Finding More Options

February 5, 2024

Mike was quoted as a Solon, Ohio real-estate agent on the return of buyer activity and the rising competitiveness of the Northeast Ohio market compared to the prior year.

Housing Market Buying
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NerdWallet

How a Mortgage Nerd Bought a House in a Seller's Market

June 2, 2021

Mike was quoted on how stronger buyer positioning, particularly down-payment strength when appraisal gaps are a concern, can matter more than price alone in competitive offers.

Buying Buyer Strategy
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News 5 Cleveland

Real Estate Firm Banking on Concrete Houses to Help Solve Affordability Crisis in Northeast Ohio

October 28, 2025

Mike discussed designing homes buyers would not have to "graduate out of," and the team's research and focus-group work behind the concrete-panel concept.

Affordability Construction
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WKYC

Concrete Panel Homes Coming to Cleveland Area

November 14, 2025

Mike was quoted on the shortage of homes (especially ranch homes) in Northeast Ohio and how new construction approaches can help close the inventory gap.

Construction Inventory
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Cleveland Magazine

Homebuyers Guide: How To Buy A Home During A Pandemic

June 2, 2020

Mike was quoted on buyer demand and market behavior during the pandemic, identified as an associate broker leading the Mike Team in Solon.

Housing Market Buying
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NewHomeSource

What You Need to Know About What Your Home is Made Of

September 11, 2025

Mike was quoted on buyer interest in green building and energy efficiency, and how that interest is balanced against budget considerations.

Construction Buying
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Cleveland.com

Cleveland's Housing Squeeze Means Skyrocketing Prices, Vanishing Inventory, Frustrated Buyers

February 2025

Mike was referenced in this opinion piece on the ongoing Northeast Ohio housing squeeze, rising prices, and tight inventory affecting local buyers.

Housing Market Affordability
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Crain's Cleveland Business

Notable Residential Real Estate Agents — 2021

2021

Mike Ferrante was recognized by Crain's Cleveland Business as a notable residential real estate agent for his production, leadership, and community impact.

Recognition
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Crain's Cleveland Business

Cleveland Investor Plans 2,000 Affordable Homes Using Concrete Panels

October 24, 2025

Mike was featured alongside GLH Capital and Baya Build on the panelized concrete home initiative aimed at expanding affordable housing inventory across Northeast Ohio.

Affordability Construction
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Cleveland.com

Mega Open Houses Are Elaborate

July 2017

Mike's approach to large-scale, high-impact open houses was featured, highlighting the marketing methods used to draw buyer traffic and generate offers.

Selling Marketing
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U.S. News & World Report

Top Real Estate Agents — Ohio

Ongoing

Mike is listed among the top-reviewed real estate agents serving Northeast Ohio, with a verified profile on the U.S. News Real Estate agent directory.

Recognition
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Podcasts & Media Appearances

Guest appearances, interviews, and ongoing media projects.

Free Beer & Real Estate Podcast

Mike co-hosts this podcast covering Northeast Ohio real estate, market trends, and candid industry conversation. Listen to episodes →

Real Estate Today (NAR) — Holiday Housing Market Episode

Mike appeared as a guest expert on the National Association of REALTORS® flagship podcast Real Estate Today, discussing the state of the housing market and opportunities for buyers heading into the New Year. Listen on Apple Podcasts →

Spectrum News 1 — Team Looks to Revolutionize Affordable Housing Using Concrete

Mike was featured in Spectrum News 1's coverage of the GLH Capital / Baya Build concrete-panel home initiative, quoted on the shortage of ranch homes and the versatility of the new construction approach. Watch the story →

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