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Legacy Invest was founded by Taylor Miller, continuing the legacy his father, Bert, started by providing their customers with exceptional customer service and helping investors build legacies that will endure across generations. Bert's career in real estate began in 1989 and spans over five thousand deals, making him a respected figure with over 30 years of experience. Bert is now semi-retired, spending time with his wife, kids and grandkids. He continues to provide Taylor and his clients with expert advice and guidance when needed. Taylor has been immersed in real estate operations since he was 16, contributing to the sale and acquisition of over 1000 homes in the last five years. Taylor has expanded Legacy Invest services to include property management, insurance and lending solutions.

Our Story

Our story began with father and son Bert and Taylor Miller. Bert has been investing in real estate since 1989 and has an impressive portfolio of over 5,000 deals. His 30+ years of experience make him a highly sought-after speaker and investor in the real estate investment marketplace.

Taylor has been involved in real estate, construction, and property management since he was 16 years old. In the past five years, he has been involved in the sales and acquisitions of over 800 homes. Together, they founded Legacy Invest with the mission of helping investors achieve their financial goals through high-quality investment properties, continuing the legacy that Bert started 30+ years ago.

TAYLOR MILLER

Taylor Miller is the managing broker and one of the owners of Legacy Invest. He graduated from the University of Memphis with a bachelor’s degree in Technology Management and holds a managing broker’s license in real estate. Legacy Invest was established to continue the legacy that his father, Bert Miller, started over 30 years ago while helping their clients establish their own legacy with updated cash-flowing rental properties. They specialize in finding, renovating, and stabilizing properties that will provide good investments for their clients for generations. Taylor is married with two kids, ages two and four. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family and working on hobbies and projects that interest him.

Dena Leyva

Deana Leyva
Broker and Property Manager, Legacy Invest Realty

With over two decades of real estate experience, I specialize in delivering exceptional service and building lasting relationships.

Career Highlights:

1998: Earned my real estate license and began my career as a full-time Realtor.
1999: Named Rookie of the Year with Coldwell Banker.
2003: Achieved 100% referral-based business in just five years.
2014: Expanded into property management, now overseeing a diverse portfolio at Legacy Invest Realty.

I’ve held real estate and broker licenses in Illinois, Missouri, and Florida, gaining valuable insights across various markets. Known for my ethical standards, I’ve worked with attorneys on complex transactions, including trust sales, divorce proceedings, short sales, and estate sales.

Beyond Real Estate:
Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, gardening, and spending time with my furbabies. These activities bring joy and balance to my life.

I’m passionate about helping clients achieve their real estate goals, offering a personalized and trustworthy approach to every transaction.

MELODY LEMMON

Memphis Property Manager/Office Manager

Melody has 20 years of experience in property management and has worked hard to keep our properties running smoothly. As property manager, she is responsible for receiving and applying tenant payments, running tenant statements, keeping collection records, and helping with tenant maintenance and repairs. Additionally, she works with owners to collect information for our management software, update property information, and provide owners with access to their account portals. In addition to her role as property manager, Melody is also the office manager, making sure everything runs smoothly in the office. Outside of her career, Melody is very active in her church and the community. When she gets the chance, she loves spending time with her family, eating Mexican food, or reading a great book.

PROFESSIONALISM, TRANSPARENCY, AND QUICK RESPONSE

“We recently bought three MO properties from Legacy Invest. It was a bit scary purchasing three properties all at once, but Taylor made the process easy. His professionalism, transparency, and quick response to my many questions (and there were many) put me at ease. He referred me to a great lender as well. Overall, the process was very positive. So much so that we will definitely come back to purchase more investment properties in the future.”

- Pat M.

GREAT EXPERIENCE

“Working with Bert and Taylor has been a great experience. They’ve been informative throughout the process, responsive to any questions and concerns, and accommodating whenever something has come up. A great team that does everything they can to set investors up for success.”

- Frank P.

FIVE STARS

“I have had the distinct opportunity to work with Bert and Taylor Miller for the past 12 years as a lender. The quality of homes, remodels, property management, and customer service are second to none. I have and will continue to recommend their company — five stars.”

- Stephen B.

RESPECT

“I have worked with Taylor twice now. He has always handled his business with such respect. He is straightforward and will always give you his honest opinion when asked. A great businessman and an even better friend.”

- Ashley S.

TEAM MENTALITY

“As a first-time investor, I was very nervous to get into rental properties. I have never owned any property before, not even my own house. Taylor and his team were excellent at answering all my questions and taking the time to make sure I understood everything that was happening. It went so well, I bought three houses, and I am already saving up to buy more. There was never any “tough guy” negotiating or anything. In fact, quite the opposite. Everything was approached with a team mentality, and Taylor looked out for my interests as well as his own. I can't recommend Taylor highly enough!”

- Rick C.

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