Straight Up Chicago Investor

Straight Up Chicago Investor
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Straight Up Chicago Investor

Are you a real estate investor in Chicago or someone looking to invest in the Chicagoland Market? If so, this podcast is for you! We break down the neighborhoods, different sides of the city, and surrounding suburbs so you can understand the uniqueness of investing in Chicago real estate. The hosts and guests are Chicago investors and Property Managers who are making it happen in and around the Windy City. We share information, winning strategies, obstacles, success stories, and most importantly, lessons learned. If you are looking for ground level information and want to learn what has worked and not worked in Chicago, you are in the right place.

  1. Building and Selling a 7-Figure Property Management Company and Leveling Up with Virtual Assistants with Pete Neubig

    2 DAYS AGO

    Building and Selling a 7-Figure Property Management Company and Leveling Up with Virtual Assistants with Pete Neubig

    Pete Neubig joins us to discuss how he built and sold a 7-figure property management company and started VPM Solutions; a platform designed to help property management and real estate professionals with staffing to improve efficiencies and profits! Pete starts by explaining how he went from IT to building and selling a 7-figure property management company! He shares a brief horror story about getting sued for $1.5 million! He discusses how he started VPN Solutions on the “Who Not How” concept; Pete is leveraging remote staff to offload work to focus on higher-dollar activities. This show is packed with fantastic tips to help improve your business and grow your bottom line! If you enjoy today’s episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Pete Neubig, VPM Solutions Link: NARPM Website Link: Pete's LinkedIn Link: Traction (Book Recommendation) Guest Questions 03:08 Housing Provider Tip - Consider outsourcing all or select aspects of property management! 05:10 Intro to our guest, Pete Neubig! 9:27 Getting sued for $1.5 million! 11:21 Making the jump to start a business. 17:40 Finding a mentor / coach and growing a business! 27:58 Outsourcing property management! 39:04 Processes for hiring management personnel. 48:33 What is your competitive advantage? 49:05 One piece of advice for new investors. 49:15 What do you do for fun? 50:00 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  50:25 Local Network Recommendation?  50:42 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2024.

    54 min
  2. Cracking the Code to Large Scale Developments with Susan Tjarksen

    DEC 12

    Cracking the Code to Large Scale Developments with Susan Tjarksen

    Susan Tjarksen is the Managing Director at Cushman & Wakefield and has led the development of residential and commercial across the country! Susan discusses her time in hotel management and shares some funny/horror stories! She explains how receiverships work and how investors can capitalize on this opportunity. She breaks down the nuances of large scale developments including insane time frames on projects of this magnitude. Susan fires us up with an epic rant on why Chicago is the place to be and is set up to continue growing and thriving! If you enjoy today’s episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Susan Tjarksen, Cushman & Wakefield Link: SUCI Ep 29 - Ciere Boatright Link: SUCI Ep 68 - Lee Kiser Link: SUCI Ep 274 - Marc Rutzen Link: The Overstory (Book Recommendation) Guest Questions 04:02 Housing Provider Tip - Negotiate spring season exterior projects now to get the best pricing! 05:48 Intro to our guest, Susan Tjarksen! 8:57 Horror stories from Susan’s hotel management days! 12:25 Permitting/Zoning insights for large scale developments. 15:08 The Ins and Outs of Receivership.  19:29 Establishing a real estate brokerage. 24:50 Transitioning to Cushman & Wakefield. 29:55 Considerations on large scale developments. 44:23 Reasons to be bullish on Chicago! 48:25 What is your competitive advantage? 48:53 One piece of advice for new investors. 49:20 What do you do for fun? 49:40 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  50:28 Local Network Recommendation?  51:00 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2024.

    54 min
  3. You Might Be Exempt From Paying Sales Tax on Your Materials

    DEC 10

    You Might Be Exempt From Paying Sales Tax on Your Materials

    What is an enterprise zone and how can investors benefit from these areas? ============= If you enjoy today’s episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Tom Shallcross, Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast Link: Chicago Enterprise Zone Application Link: Chicago Enterprise Zone Program ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2024.

    10 min
  4. How to Get to 1,000 Units in 20 Years… The Blueprint With Jeff Weinberg

    DEC 5

    How to Get to 1,000 Units in 20 Years… The Blueprint With Jeff Weinberg

    Jeff Weinberg returns to the show after two years to share the impressive growth of Drexel Properties! Jeff explains how Drexel Properties has grown from 600 units to over 1000 units over the last 2 years. He discusses how his team leverages technology to streamline their property management business. Jeff dives deep on how to find deals in a competitive market and emphasizes the importance of treating your team right and building a great reputation so you’re the one who gets the call when a deal is available. Jeff closes with great tips on what to look for in a property manager and the importance of getting in the game ASAP! If you enjoy today’s episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Jeff Weinberg, Drexel Properties | Email Jeff (Jeff@DrexelProperties.com) Link: Jeff's LinkedIn Link: SUCI Ep 154 - Jeff Weinberg Link: SUCI Ep 174 - Kevin Krasney (Cole's Appliances) Link: Mark Cunningham - Property Management Podcast Guest Questions 02:02 Housing Provider Tip - Be an informed pet friendly housing provider! 06:13 Intro to our guest, Jeff Weinberg! 07:20 Aggressively growing a rental portfolio in a tough market. 15:05 Leveraging technology to scale a portfolio. 19:11 Finding deals in a competitive market. 24:55 Building a reputation as a property manager. 32:40 Key traits of great property managers! 49:53 Things Jeff would’ve done differently along his journey. 53:30 What is your competitive advantage? 54:18 One piece of advice for new investors. 54:55 What do you do for fun? 55:43 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  56:52 Local Network Recommendation?  57:41 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2024.

    1 hr
  5. Skills Earned On The Floor of Wall Street Become Secret Power In Moving Apartment Buildings with Andy Friedman

    NOV 28

    Skills Earned On The Floor of Wall Street Become Secret Power In Moving Apartment Buildings with Andy Friedman

    Andy Friedman is a Senior Director at Kiser Group and has a proven track record of success in Chicago Multifamily Real Estate. Andy shares his experience as a stock trader and brewery owner, including how the skills he obtained in those endeavors translated to real estate! Andy explains the grit required to get off the ground in commercial real estate. He provides valuable tips for new commercial real estate buyers and how those buyers can build relationships with multifamily brokers. In typical SUCI fashion, Andy closes with Chicago neighborhoods that he is bullish on for growth! If you enjoy today’s episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Andy Friedman, Kiser Group Link: Andy's LinkedIn Link: Range (Book Recommendation) Link: Dean Huber (Lender Referral) Link: GC Realty Careers Guest Questions 01:52 Housing Provider Tip - Building good rapport with your tenants is critical! 03:12 Intro to our guest, Andy Friedman! 16:55 Andy’s transition from stock trading to real estate. 22:31 The journey of starting a brewery! 31:30 Getting off the ground in commercial real estate. 39:23 Tips for first time commercial real estate buyers. 54:04 Neighborhoods that Andy is bullish on! 59:07 What is your competitive advantage? 60:01 One piece of advice for new investors. 61:45 What do you do for fun? 62:25 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  64:07 Local Network Recommendation?  66:12 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2024.

    1h 10m
  6. How to Establish Credibility and Raise Capital

    NOV 26

    How to Establish Credibility and Raise Capital

    What are the appropriate steps to take to raise capital from investors? ============= If you enjoy today’s episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Aram Ghazaryan, AMG Realty Link: Episode 335: The Growth Every Chicago Investor Wants - Listen To What Aram Ghazaryan Did in 24 Months ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2024.

    10 min
  7. Can Both Sides Get What They Need Around Chicago Landlord-Tenant Laws with Michelle Gilbert

    NOV 21

    Can Both Sides Get What They Need Around Chicago Landlord-Tenant Laws with Michelle Gilbert

    Michelle starts by explaining both Chicago’s RLTO and Cook County’s RTLO, and the differences between the two ordinances. She gets granular on disclosures required from Housing Providers to remain in compliance with the ordinance(s) and breaks down security deposits and move-in fees. Michelle dives deep on the eviction process and shares resolution tips to aid with landlord-tenant issues. She closes with a 5 year outlook for her team at the Law Center for Better Housing to continue advocating for fair housing! If you enjoy today’s episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Michelle Gilbert, Law Center for Better Housing (LCBH) Link: Cook County Legal Aid for Housing and Debt (CCLAHD) Link: Family Properties (Book Recommendation) Link: SUCI Ep 42 - Bob Floss Guest Questions 03:02 Housing Provider Tip - Regularly change your thermostat batteries to eliminate easy “No Heat” issues! 04:26 Intro to our guest, Michelle Gilbert! 05:55 Michelle’s involvement with the Chicago RLTO! 11:45 The Cook County RTLO! 17:52 Security Fee vs Non-Refundable Move-In Fee. 22:53 Properly disclosing exemptions. 30:38 Cook County eviction process. 35:33 How can Housing Providers and Tenants reach resolutions? 41:02 Refining tenant screening criteria to minimize discrimination. 48:08 5 Year Outlook for Michelle at LCBH! 51:37 What is your competitive advantage? 51:58 One piece of advice for new investors. 53:02 What do you do for fun? 54:16 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  55:10 Local Network Recommendation?  55:46 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2024.

    58 min
  8. The Growth Every Chicago Investor Wants - Listen To What Aram Ghazaryan Did in 24 Months

    NOV 14

    The Growth Every Chicago Investor Wants - Listen To What Aram Ghazaryan Did in 24 Months

    Aram Ghazaryan returns to explain how he transitioned from a successful RE broker to a flipper executing over ten profitable flips per year. Aram starts by discussing his first multifamily investment which was a 7-unit building. He explains his decision to stop being an agent and jump into flipping properties full time. Aram shares tremendous lessons learned from flipping and has great insights on construction and financing. He breaks down his marketing strategy for deal flow to keep the flip projects coming along. Throughout the show, Aram demonstrates that taking action and surrounding yourself with a good construction and financing is the key to success in the flipping game! If you enjoy today’s episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Aram Ghazaryan, AMG Realty | Follow Aram on Instagram (@AramGRealty) Link: How to Win Friends and Influence People (Book Recommendation) Link: The Book on Tax Strategies for Savvy Real Estate Investor Link: Rudy Minasian (Attorney Referral) Guest Questions 02:11 Housing Provider Tip - Be aware of landlord-tenant requirements around electric vehicle charging stations. 04:37 Intro to our guest, Aram Ghazaryan! 08:37 Purchasing a 7-unit building for the first time! 12:48 Stopping real estate brokerage to be a full time investor. 27:24 Finding contractors and lessons learned from flips! 30:12 Aram’s mailing campaign strategy! 36:19 Getting caught working without permits. 46:30 Liquidity requirements for flippers. 48:05 Aram’s geographical areas of interest moving forward. 49:47 What is your competitive advantage? 50:07 One piece of advice for new investors. 50:26 What do you do for fun? 51:34 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  52:16 Local Network Recommendation?  52:43 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2024.

    54 min
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Are you a real estate investor in Chicago or someone looking to invest in the Chicagoland Market? If so, this podcast is for you! We break down the neighborhoods, different sides of the city, and surrounding suburbs so you can understand the uniqueness of investing in Chicago real estate. The hosts and guests are Chicago investors and Property Managers who are making it happen in and around the Windy City. We share information, winning strategies, obstacles, success stories, and most importantly, lessons learned. If you are looking for ground level information and want to learn what has worked and not worked in Chicago, you are in the right place.

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  • Creator
    Straight Up Chicago Investor
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    344
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2021.
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