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Meet the Man Behind MrCashBuyer
Chris Chiarenza is a Long Island investor who reached a milestone few ever achieve—flipping his 1,000th house. His journey, nearly two decades in the making, is built not on privilege but on grit, risk, and faith.
Chris grew up in West Islip and spent his early years working long hours at The Larkfield Manor in East Northport, his father’s catering hall. At 23, after a falling out with his dad, he walked away determined to build a future on his own.
The early years were brutal. He lived in a $20-a-day motel, was evicted from his apartment, and buried under more than $80,000 of debt before eventually declaring bankruptcy. As Chris recalls, “I had nothing but faith that God had more in store for me.”
Everything shifted when he met motivational speaker Brian Tracy, whose message lit a fire in him. Chris discovered he had a natural gift for selling. He became a top used-car salesman at Chevy/Mazda 112 in Medford, saving $7,500 to launch an electric scooter business with his friend Vinny. Within a few years, they sold the company for nearly $2 million.
From there, Chris launched several more successful ventures that he eventually sold before entering real estate full-time in 2009. In the real estate world, he saw what others overlooked: homeowners who needed fast, direct solutions. That insight became the foundation of his future success. Chris built DealHouse—now rebranded as MrCashBuyer—alongside partners Pedro Velez and Dilip Deokule into one of Long Island’s most trusted direct home-buying companies.
“The brutal truth is my father, who was a great man, never gave me anything. I had to learn the hard way because I was a spoiled kid. Even when he passed away, I received nothing. Everything I have, I earned myself.”
“From nothing to a thousand houses flipped—with God, all things are possible.”
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Dilip Deokule
Chief Financial Officer
Dilip Deokule is the President of Budget Estates and works as the head of finance for MrCashBuyer. When it comes to expertise in the administrative sector, Dilip is the go-to person in the company. He has been in the real estate development and new home construction business for over 30 years, so he knows a thing or two (or a hundred!) about the industry. As the finance director, Dilip coordinates purchase and sales contracts, along with title policies and anything finance-related. He also supervises all new construction on site. When he’s not hard at work, Dilip likes to travel to unusual places all over the world and really enjoys fine cuisine. He also likes to stay active by mountain biking, and hiking on weekends or summer evenings.
Pedro Velez
Real Estate Operations, Project Manager, Inspector
Pedro Velez is the Real Estate Operations, Project Manager, and Inspector at MrCashBuyer. With over 34 years of experience in real estate, he brings deep industry knowledge as a licensed real estate broker, residential developer, new home builder, and full-time house flipper.
Pedro plays a key role in overseeing all rehab and renovation projects, acting as the eyes and ears on the ground to ensure quality standards are met in every home. His strong understanding of construction and renovation allows him to manage projects efficiently while maintaining high levels of craftsmanship.
Known for being firm but fair, Pedro ensures that construction projects are completed on time and within budget. His ability to multitask and manage complex operations makes him an essential part of keeping projects running smoothly from start to finish.
Outside of work, Pedro enjoys spending time with family and friends. He is also a cigar enthusiast and makes it a priority to stay active by working out regularly.
Peter Velez
Chief Acquisitions Officer
Peter Velez has been active in Long Island real estate for over a decade, beginning his career as a licensed agent before moving into acquisitions. As Acquisitions Manager for MrCashBuyer, he specializes in property valuation, strategic purchasing, and creating smooth, efficient transactions for sellers and buyers alike.
Known for his strong communication skills and detailed approach, Peter clearly outlines every step of the process so clients feel informed and confident from start to finish. He has a genuine passion for analyzing properties and determining accurate market value.
Outside of real estate, Peter enjoys staying active and spending time with his family.
Asaf German
General Counsel
Asaf German serves as General Counsel for MrCashBuyer, bringing over 20 years of experience in real estate law. He is widely recognized as a leading New York real estate attorney, with a strong focus on residential closings and ensuring transactions are handled smoothly from start to finish.
Asaf credits much of his success to his dedicated team, a positive mindset, and the strong professional relationships he has built within the real estate industry. His goal is simple: to make every transaction as seamless and stress-free as possible for all parties involved.
On a daily basis, Asaf manages contract signings and oversees closings, ensuring everything is completed accurately and efficiently. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his two children, staying active at the gym, and making the most of life.
Melanie Reynolds
Administrative Operations
Melanie serves as the Office Manager at MrCashBuyer, where she plays a key role in keeping daily operations organized, compliant, and running efficiently. She oversees a broad range of administrative and operational responsibilities, including securing building permits, coordinating and scheduling inspections, and ensuring all properties maintain proper and continuous insurance coverage. Melanie is also responsible for preparing and reviewing closing documents and contracts, managing accounts payable and receivable, and handling property tax payments to ensure nothing is missed throughout the transaction process.
With a strong attention to detail and a highly organized approach, Melanie helps ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance at every stage of each project. She works closely with internal teams, vendors, attorneys, and municipalities to keep timelines on track and operations moving smoothly, allowing deals to close efficiently and without unnecessary delays.
Outside of work, Melanie enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and attending concerts.
Alisa Angela
Executive Assistant
Alisa serves as the Executive Assistant to Chris, providing day-to-day support that keeps operations running smoothly and efficiently. She handles scheduling, correspondence, document preparation, and coordination across both internal teams and external partners. From managing follow-ups to maintaining records and supporting transaction workflows, Alisa helps ensure everything stays organized and on track, allowing leadership to focus on growth and execution.
Known for her reliability and strong attention to detail, Alisa plays a key role behind the scenes. She often acts as a central point of coordination, helping teams stay aligned and ensuring deadlines are consistently met.
Outside of work, Alisa enjoys spending time with her family, dining out, going to the beach, and visiting New York City. As a dedicated mother of two, she balances her professional responsibilities with family life.
Elvin Tolosa
Business Development Manager
Elvin is a the Business Development Manager at MrCashBuyer, bringing over 15 years of sales experience to the team. His background includes real estate, pest control, home inspection, cold calling, appointment setting, customer service, and CRM and client retention. Since joining the company, Elvin has become a key point of contact for new acquisitions.
Elvin works closely with homeowners who are planning to sell, handling daily outreach through calls, emails, and text messages to ensure every inquiry is properly attended to. He focuses on delivering excellent customer service, maintaining strong communication, and building lasting relationships so clients feel supported throughout the entire process. He also schedules property viewings for the team and helps keep opportunities moving forward efficiently, always bringing a positive and professional attitude to his role.
Elvin enjoys working alongside Chris, Peter, and the entire team, and values the opportunity to continue growing and learning within the company. Outside of work, he enjoys working out and spending quality time with his wife and family, especially going out to eat together.
Oneyda Gallardo
Auction Acquisitions Manager
Oneyda oversees all auction acquisitions for the company, playing a key role in identifying and securing new property opportunities. She manages the daily review of auction schedules, prepares and analyzes bids, conducts property evaluations, researches title status, and executes bids on behalf of the company. Her work requires accuracy, speed, and a strong understanding of the auction process to ensure every opportunity is properly evaluated before any investment is made.
As a licensed real estate broker with many years of industry experience, Oneyda brings valuable market insight, risk awareness, and strategic decision-making to each auction. She collaborates closely with legal, title, and acquisitions teams to reduce risk, confirm deal viability, and ensure transactions move efficiently from bidding through to closing. Her detail-oriented and disciplined approach helps protect the company while uncovering strong investment opportunities.
Outside of work, Oneyda is a dedicated mother who balances her professional responsibilities with family life. She enjoys spending time with her family and traveling whenever she gets the chance.
Catherine Ferrara
Construction Operations Assistant
Catherine works as the Construction Operations Assistant, where she supports Pedro Velez in managing all construction-related projects. She plays an important role in keeping operations organized by coordinating with contractors and ensuring they meet all required standards before work begins, including proper licensing, insurance coverage, and compliance.
Her responsibilities include handling contractor documentation, managing contracts, coordinating payments, verifying insurance details, setting up utilities, and organizing all project-related paperwork. These tasks help ensure that construction timelines remain on track and work continues without unnecessary delays.
With strong attention to detail and solid organizational skills, Catherine helps maintain consistency across all projects. She works closely with contractors, vendors, and internal teams to keep records accurate, ensure timely payments, and support smooth project execution across multiple job sites.
Outside of her professional role, Catherine is a devoted mother of two boys and a proud grandmother of four. She enjoys spending time with her family and loves cooking, often bringing everyone together around the table.
Who We Are: Long Island’s Straight-Up Cash Home Buyer!
MrCashBuyer was built on the belief that homeowners deserve an honest, direct, and stress-free way to sell their home. Our company didn’t start in a boardroom—it started from real work, real experience, and real challenges. Over nearly 20 years, we’ve purchased, renovated, and flipped more than 1,000 homes across Long Island, becoming the trusted name for homeowners who need a fast and reliable solution.
We’re known as Long Island’s #1 Cash Home Buyer and the region’s top house flipper because we understand what sellers are going through. Whether a homeowner is dealing with an inherited property, probate, fire damage, code violations, hoarding situations, foreclosure risk, or a home that simply needs more repairs than they can handle, we step in and make the process simple.
Homeowners turn to us when they want to avoid the frustration of listing with a real estate agent—no showings, no repairs, no commissions, and no waiting months for a buyer. We buy houses in any condition and make fair cash offers that allow sellers to move on their terms. Our goal is to provide the most straightforward way to sell your house fast on Long Island, with a closing timeline that works for you.
Because we are local—born, raised, and built on Long Island—we know the neighborhoods, the property values, and the unique needs of this market. We’re not a national brand or a call center. We’re your local solution for selling your home quickly, safely, and without stress.
For anyone searching for a real alternative to the traditional real estate process—someone who wants to sell a house fast, sell as-is, avoid repairs, or receive a fair cash offer—MrCashBuyer is the name Long Island homeowners trust.
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