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In the latest episode of the Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast, hosts Mark Ainley and Tom Shallcross bring on Sarita Scherpereel, team lead of the Straight up Serita Sales Brokerage team, to delve into the intricacies of leveraging escalation clauses in real estate transactions.Amidst a landscape of low inventory and heightened competition, Sarita emphasizes the significance of understanding escalation clauses for buyers eyeing two t...

In this exhilarating episode of Straight Up Chicago Investor, we had the privilege of hosting Ben Allgeyer, a luminary in the realm of real estate who has flipped over 200 properties and wholesaled over 500 properties. With a wealth of experience under his belt, Ben graciously shares his journey from corporate America to real estate mastery, offering invaluable insights into lead generation, team building, partnership dynamics, and the ...

In this illuminating episode of Straight Up Chicago Investor, we had the pleasure of hosting Vikas Wadhwa, a distinguished real estate broker renowned for his expertise in architecture and modern design across Chicago's premier neighborhoods. With a career spanning over a decade, Vikas shares his journey from humble beginnings in 2006 to becoming a top-producing broker, offering invaluable insights into the intricacies of Lincoln Pa...

In the latest episode of the Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast, the spotlight shines on Chicago's impending 2024 property tax reassessment, igniting crucial conversations about the challenges and considerations facing property owners. Here's a breakdown of the thought-provoking insights shared during this illuminating discussion:🏠 Unpacking the Reassessment Landscape: Understanding the Changes AheadAndrea Raila, drawing fr...

In this captivating episode of Straight Up Chicago Investor, we had the pleasure of hosting Daniel Kaufman, a seasoned attorney with over a decade of experience representing real estate developers in transactions and litigation, with a specialization in the foreclosure auction arena. Not only is Daniel a legal expert, but he's also an investor who navigates the intricacies of tax auctions with finesse, leveraging specialized assista...

In this electrifying episode of Straight Up Chicago Investor, we're joined by Jake Fugman and Mike Scanlon, luminaries of The Axon Group, as they unveil their five bold predictions for the 2024 real estate market. From interest rates to emerging neighborhoods, Jake and Mike offer invaluable insights that promise to give Chicago investors a competitive edge in the year ahead.Forecasting Interest RatesThe episode kicks off with the mi...

In a recent episode of the Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast, Brenten Blakeman delves into the intricate world of cost segregation and its implications for real estate investors. Here's a glimpse into the valuable insights shared during this enlightening discussion:🔍 Unveiling Cost Segregation: Understanding its SignificanceBrenten unravels the complexities of cost segregation, shedding light on its pivotal role in optimizing ...

In this episode of Straight Up Chicago Investor, we're thrilled to welcome back Mike Glasser, who sheds light on the proposed "Mansion" Tax and other legislative topics affecting housing providers in the Windy City.Understanding the "Bring Chicago Home" OrdinanceMike wastes no time in delving into the intricacies of the proposed "Bring Chicago Home" Ordinance, affectionately dubbed the "Mansion&quo...

Welcome back, fellow investors! Today, we're diving deep into the world of building systems and inspections with two seasoned experts, Dean Cushing and George Meegan. In this episode of Straight Up Chicago Investor, they share their wealth of experience gleaned over several decades in the industry.A Journey into InspectionsDean and George kick off the discussion by taking us on a journey through their beginnings in the inspection in...

In a recent episode of the Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast, Samuel Pavlovcik serves as a knowledgeable guide through the labyrinth of Chicago zoning regulations. Here's a snapshot of the invaluable information shared during this enlightening discussion:🏙️ Deciphering Zoning Designations: Your Gateway to UnderstandingPavlovcik underscores the significance of leveraging Chicago's online resources, particularly the Chicag...