Yaaqob was inspired to relocate to Buffalo from Yemen by his father, who initially came to the United States in the 80’s in hopes of paving the path to a brighter future for his family. In 2011, Yaaqob attended English course and began to study the history of the area. He found the way of life in Buffalo to offer a better environment to raise a family, receive medical care, and enjoy life in general. With now, three small children Yaaqob decided to take the real estate route to secure his livelihood.
Yaaqob owns two properties on the eastside that rent space to local convenient stores. But Yaaqob is interested in more than being a landlord. He participates in community town halls and local business workshops, all in effort to better understand the community needs, explore development opportunities, and increase his contributions to a city that he says “has come together and become more involved” since the recent tragedies. Yaaqob came to Buffalo as a man in a foreign land, but because of his care and concern – Jefferson Ave knows him as family. He would love for his children to take on real estate but he encourages them following their own path.
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