In this episode of Going With the Flow, Lucas sits down with longtime friend and business partner James Wangelin to unpack their wild real estate journey across Western New York. James shares how a random Craigslist listing for a warehouse kicked off their partnership, leading to flips, rentals, Airbnbs, a construction company, and a property management company. Lucas and James swap stories about 4 a.m. renovation starts, gamble-gone-wrong guesses on the Bills stadium location, and the painful but priceless lessons learned from tough deals. They dive into why “quick flips” now beat massive full-gut projects, how all-electric homes and heat pumps are shaping the future, and what it’s like partnering with friends on investment opportunities. James also talks about life as a top realtor, Buffalo’s booming tourism market, and Airbnb guests visiting from all over the world. The episode wraps with a chaotic “What the Flush” moment involving a job site, no running water, and discovering every copper line in the house had been stolen.
Lucas sits down with Alyssa Johnson from Nickel City Canine Rescue to discuss their mission, growth, and partnership with Cellino. They share rescue stories, adoption highlights, and how the community can help save dogs in Western New York.
Lucas chats with Job, founder of JMAX Media, to share the story of a seven-year partnership with Cellino. They discuss SEO, the impact of AI, and how community and culture drive marketing success.
Lucas sits down with Rich, Cellino’s new Director of Finance, to discuss his journey from corporate life to the fast-paced world of plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services. They explore forecasting, industry trends, and what makes working at Cellino so unique.
If this episode inspires you, remember Cellino is here to support Buffalo homeowners, investors, and families with reliable plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and generator services, delivered by trusted local expertise.
