The Local brings you conversations with residents and business owners of Wheaton, Illinois, uncovering amazing stories happening every day. Brought to you by Fairhaven Wealth Management and Flint Rock LLC.
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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 importa ...
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Heavy Hangs The Crown: Joe Aranki Head of Automotive Department of College of DuPage
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Lefty loosey. Righty tighty. There’s much more to a career in the automotive industry. Tune in to the latest episode of The Local as Marc and Meg talk with Joe Arnaki, Program Coordinator of Automotive Technology at the College of DuPage. Family. Work Ethic. Entrepreneurship. Teaching. Advice to his younger self. It’s high octane through and throug…
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Episode 322: FHA Financing vs 5% Down; Pros and Cons For Each Option With Perry Farella
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What type of financing are investors utilizing to get deals done and what are the pros and cons of each option? Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guests: Perry Farella, First Community Mortgage Link: How 2 Fund Renovation Blog ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone …
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Episode 321: Flipping, Short-Term Rentals, & Helping Veterans Secure Housing with Kirby Atwell
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Kirby Atwell is a former US Army Officer turned real estate investor and podcast host with a focus on short-term rentals! Kirby starts with his experience in the military and jumping into real estate shortly after reading “Rich Dad, Poor Dad”! With over 100 renovated properties under his belt, he shares great insights on small and large flips inclu…
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“I Didn’t Know Wheaton Was So Cool” with Mike Carl District Manager Bourbon Valley Hospitality Group (Burger Social and Proof No. 5).
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Get the dish about new and upcoming restaurants in Wheaton and surrounding areas! Mike discusses how his group is proud to bring back the word “service” in customer service. How he learned important life skills in the restaurant business leading him to a very satisfying career. As Ross from Friends reminds folks – it’s ok to PIVOT and take a risk! …
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Episode 320: The Godfather of Chicago Property Management, Taft West
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Taft West is the Vice President of Technical Assistance and Sustainability for the Chicago Community Loan Fund and is a renown property management instructor! Taft starts by sharing his background which includes some autopsy experience! He talks about starting in Chicago real estate, managing condominiums, and public housing in the late 1970s. Taft…
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Call Him Robin Hood - Richard Jorgensen, DuPage County Coroner
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Dr. Jorgensen discusses his unexpected journey that took him from surgeon to coroner. He shares historical perspective on the creation of the coroner's office going all the way back to medieval times. He also provides perspective on the Fentanyl crisis and how his office is leading the fight against it. Do you have a guest idea for The Local? Reach…
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Episode 319: Great Tips on How To Manage Your Contractors
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What Should Investors Do To Ensure a Successful Rehab? Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guests: Jonathan Klemm, Quality Builders Link: Episode 76: Big Business Processes Make a Powerful Small Business with Jonathan Klemm ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media…
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Episode 318: How to 4X Your Real Estate Business with Michael Valente
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Michael Valente is the founder and CEO of Renovation Sells Franchising; general contracting experts that focus on cosmetic renovations of pre-market homes to maximize sales price! Michael shares how he left his corporate job and began working for his mentor to learn the ropes of general contracting and renovation! He talks about starting his own ge…
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Barber Knows Best - Bob Hutchinson, President of Wheaton Bank & Trust (Re-Release)
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Bob has been a lifelong resident of Wheaton and knows where the bodies are buried – literally! As a matter of fact, as a young lad, he golfed amongst them. He reminisces of the good old days and is just as excited to see where Wheaton is headed. This story-rich interview goes from dunking to cocktail parties, and ping-pong balls! Also, more serious…
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Episode 317: Kevin Dugan Does It From 2,000 Miles Away… What Excuse Do You Have?
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Kevin Dugan is the Managing Principal of Altus Investment Group. He runs multiple businesses that successfully operate in Chicago while managing them remotely from Los Angeles! Kevin starts by talking about the skills he gained working on oil rigs and as a sales engineer and how that translated to real estate! He breaks down his first flip in South…
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Mr. Baseball's Journey from High School to the Major Leagues - Dave Otto, Former MLB Pitcher (Re-Release)
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It’s not every day you get to sit down with a former Chicago Cub and pro baseball player who shares the same town as you. On this episode of The Local, Marc & Vickie hear fun-filled stories from Dave Otto about what it was like to be drafted to the major leagues alongside notable names like Bo Jackson and Barry Larkin, and how opting for college in…
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Episode 316: 3 Features That Increase Your Insurance Premium and 3 Features That May Decrease Your Insurance Premium
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What Are 3 Features That Increase Your Insurance Premium and 3 Features That May Decrease Your Insurance Premium? Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guests: Josh Steigelmann, State Farm Insurance Link: Investor Stories Featuring Sean Morrissey ----------------- Production Hou…
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Episode 315: Streeterville High-Rise Developments and Top Tier Leasing Tips with Domu Founder Noah Schatz
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Noah Schatz is the founder of Domu and CEO of Schatz Development. He has vast experience in design-driven developments in downtown Chicago and leasing apartments for operators through his apartment searching platform Domu. Noah kicks things off by talking about his first development and land banking! He provides insights on the 600 N Fairbanks deve…
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Life is an Audition - Evelyn Sanguinetti Former Lieutenant Governor of Illinois (Re-Release)
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From the first Latina Lieutenant Governor of Illinois to changing laws for fair housing, Evelyn Sanguinetti proudly shares her journey from growing up in poverty to living in Springfield. A refreshing story of failure, humility, and hard work that made her famously known as The Sidewalk Lady, and how she uses her experiences to make Wheaton a desir…
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Episode 314: Due Diligence for Off-Market Properties Like You’ve Never Seen with Morgan Basham
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Morgan Basham is a real estate broker and investor with vast experience in off-market prospecting, acquisitions, and stabilization of investment properties! Morgan shares her start in real estate and the ins and outs of investing in Braidwood, IL! She breaks down her first deal in Chicago; an impressive story of tremendous due diligence as part of …
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To Be Frank, Grandpa Knows Best: Mark Bridges from Grandpa Frank’s Candy (Re-Release)
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From corporate guy to entrepreneur, Mark Bridges, founder of Grandpa Frank’s Candy, turned his grandfather’s family recipe into a business that has taken Wheaton by storm. Hear how Mark made his transition from consulting into business ownership, what inspires him, and how he inspires us – and a little bit about his custom candy for Fairhaven Wealt…
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Episode 313: Why Are Insurance Rates So High Right Now and What Can Investors Do to Minimize Premiums?
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Why are insurance rates so high right now? Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guests: Josh Steigelmann, State Farm Insurance Link: Investor Stories Featuring Sean Morrissey ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2024.…
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Episode 312: Redeveloping Over 2100 Units in Underserved Communities with Bernel Hall
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Bernel Hall is the president and CEO of New Jersey Community Capital and has executed over $5 billion in real estate investments and lending. Bernel starts off by explaining how playing Monopoly sparked his interest in real estate as a kid! He discusses how he got involved with public housing developments and gives his take on ways housing authorit…
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Every Office Needs a Colonel: Ron Austin - Managing Partner at Mathieson, Moyski, Austin & Co., LLP (Re-Release)
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In this re-release, learn how Ron Austin started his career at the former Big Eight firm Arthur Andersen & Co, and decided if he had to work this hard – he’d rather work for himself! With unwavering support from his wife, it was a leap of faith that paid off with a lot of hard work. What a badge of honor it was to cold call clients and develop a re…
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Tom welcomes President of the Neighborhood Building Owner's Alliance, Mike Glasser, for a special announcement about their upcoming 12th Annual NBOA Summer Soiree. You don't want to miss it! Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: NBOA (Neighborhood Building Owner's Allianc…
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Episode 311: Managing and Operating 100+ Units at 25 Years Old with James Thompson
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James Thompson is broker and property manager with vast experience acquiring, renovating, and managing apartment buildings all at the young age of 25 years old! James shares the early grind required to get off the ground in the commercial real estate game! He discusses the biggest lessons learned from renovating and managing 100+ apartments. James …
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Owner of 302, Just to Name One! - Eric Schlickman of 302 Wheaton (Re-Release)
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In this re-release, learn how Eric Schlickman started out as a young foreman with Legos on the playground, then became an architect by trade. He has a truly fascinating story of how networking and past experiences helped him take the leap of faith into the restaurant business. Eric shares how his faith, work ethic, and family are all part of reshap…
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Episode 310: Guidelines Investors Can Utilize To Estimate Rehab Costs
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What Are Some High-Level Guidelines Chicago Investors Can Leverage to Estimate Rehab Costs? Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guests: Jonathan Klemm, Quality Builders Link: Episode 76: Big Business Processes Make a Powerful Small Business with Jonathan Klemm ----------------…
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Episode 309: How To Build a Community of Experts and Influencers with Tony Arce
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Tony Arce and his Team at The Face of Community & Business provide a media platform for leaders in business to connect, teach, and grow together. Tony starts by sharing how he discovered his passion for media and creating human-to-human connections not only in his personal life but in business. He explains how this passion sparked the idea of creat…
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Build It and They Will Come – Kay McKeen SCARCE Environmental Education
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This must listen podcast is chock-full of fascinating stories from smuggling drugs into Mexico to helping Navajo Indians! SCARCE stands for School and Community Assistance for Recycling and Composting Education and how their unique name ties into the goal of promoting environmental education. Kay is a human LinkedIn and Federal Express wrapped up i…
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Episode 308: D1 Athlete’s Journey: From Immigrant to Finance Mentor with Alex Filin
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Alex Filin is a seasoned Loan Office, Coach, and Investor with over $385 Million in funded loans! Alex shares his upbringing as an immigrant in America, experiences that cultivated grit, and his journey to becoming a D1 football player! He discusses his successful career shift to mortgage lending where he closed $95 million in funded loans in the f…
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Sue Wahlgren Re-Release - Ambassador to the Animals: Sue Wahlgren, Cosley Zoo Director (Re-Release)
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In this classic episode of The Local, we revisit our conversation with Sue Wahlgren. Sue began her ambassadorship at Cosley Zoo 39 years ago, when there were just two employees. Today, the team is over 30, and they're proudly accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Only 10% of United States zoos enjoy this honor! Find out about their J…
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Episode 307: Steps For Investors To Take During the Tax Off-Season
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What Steps Should Investors Take During the Tax-Offseason to Minimize Tax Liability? Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Michael Procaccio, Pro Financial Services Group Inc Link: Build Your Team | Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast ----------------- Production House: …
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Episode 306: Drugs, Death, and Big Mistakes Never Spoken Of with Mark Ainley
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The tables turn this week as Mark Ainley gets interviewed by Tom Shallcross, returning the favor from Episode 235 (episode link in show notes)! Tom starts by asking Mark about his childhood and upbringing; spoiler alert - there is mention of Mark’s frosted-tips phase while vacationing in Mexico!! Mark breaks down his start in real estate, the genes…
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Putting a Face on Philanthropy: Michael Sitrick, President of the DuPage Foundation
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Join us on The Local podcast as we chat with Michael Sitrick, a recovering attorney turned President of the DuPage Foundation. Discover the impact of philanthropy in DuPage County and learn how community foundations can transform lives. Michael shares his insights on donor-advised funds, collaborative grant-making, and the importance of local engag…
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Episode 305: Three Chicago Pockets No One is Talking About With Sarita Scherpereel and Megan Osberger
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Sarita Scherpereel and Megan Osberger join us to discuss three overlooked neighborhoods and why they anticipate tremendous growth in those areas! Sarita and Megan start by discussing how a new Metra stop in the Andersonville and Edgewater neighborhoods is going to take that area to the next level! They break down the new CTA green line stop at Dame…
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Hey - I think We Should Build Some Pyramids! A Special Farewell Podcast with Vickie Austin President of the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce
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On this heartfelt episode of The Local, the team honors and reminisces with Vickie Austin on how the idea of The Local was born. As she bids farewell to Wheaton and heads back to her homeland in Arizona where she plans on beginning a new exciting chapter! Vickie's enthusiasm for the podcast and the stories shared are infectious. A must listen to th…
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Episode 304: What Are the Different Items Holding Up Closings in 2024?
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How are local Chicago real estate transactions different than they were a year ago? Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Bibek Das, Das Law ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2024.…
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Episode 303: How Two Teachers Found Financial Independence Through Real Estate with Blaine and Lily Kosek
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Want to hear an inspirational story about two teachers leaving their W2 and amassing over 20 rental units over a few short years? If so, then this show is for you! Blaine and Lily talk about their decision to leave their jobs as educators to become full-time real estate agents and investors! They discuss specific suburb markets that they target alo…
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From The Back of the House to the Front of the House – The Passing of the Baton with Dr. Sheri Billing and Dr. Ashley Goryl of The Hearing Doctors
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In this special follow-up episode we had the pleasure of welcoming back Dr. Sheri Billing from The Hearing Doctors, along with her successor, Dr. Ashley Goryl. We talked about life transitions including starting a business, selling a business, buying a business, retirement and working with family. Another chock full episode! Do you have a guest ide…
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Episode 302: Strategies for Acquiring Off Market Real Estate with Dain Laverty
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Dain Laverty is a Managing Partner of Property Pals; a company that specializes in acquiring off market real estate through a variety of methods! Dain shares his start in real estate including his first deal on Chicago’s south side sourced from Craigslist! He discusses finding his business partner and how he identified their complementary skill set…
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Episode 301: How to Maximize Showing Value by Professionally Decluttering With Karen Welch
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What is the easiest way to declutter a home to maximize it's showing value? Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Karen Welch, Moovers Chicago Link: Build Your Team | Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of S…
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That's What Happens When You Let an Engineer do Marketing – Erin Inman Primera Engineers
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In this episode, we had a fantastic conversation with Erin Inman from Primera Engineers, discussing a wide range of topics from her experiences growing up in different countries to her journey of acquiring and running a successful engineering firm. Do you have a guest idea for The Local? Reach out to us by clicking here!…
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Episode 300: 300th Episode Celebration - Answers To Burning REI Questions Amongst Chicago Investors with Mark and Tom
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Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast celebrates its 300th Episode! To celebrate the huge milestone, Mark and Tom answer questions from guests on all things Chicago REI! If you enjoy all the value the SUCI podcast brings, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChi…
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The Power of Proximity - Paul Hawkinson, Transform Capital
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Friends for 35 years (wow, are they both getting old), join the conversation with our guest Paul Hawkinson and host Marc Horner. As college buddies, basketball teammates and with more than one golf trip under their belts, our guess is there is a lot more to discuss (with a lot less maturity) then talking about their recent visit to Statesville pris…
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Episode 299: The Top 25 Lists to Find Motivated Sellers with DealMachine’s David Lecko
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David Lecko is an investor and CEO of DealMachine; a software that helps investors streamline the process of off-market property lead generation! David starts by discussing the genesis of DealMachine He does a deep dive on the 25 motivated seller lists that can be found on DealMachine or other applications. He emphasizes the importance of being per…
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A 3 Cigar Road Trip - -John Iacono Zero Fricton Golf
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John shared his inspiring journey from the inception of a unique golf tee to developing a revolutionary one-size-fits-all golf glove and other innovative golf products. His story is a testament to the power of creativity, perseverance, and entrepreneurial spirit in transforming simple ideas into game-changing products. You will be smiling ear to ea…
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Episode 298: How To Fund Renovations with Larry Baszynski and Scott Hodgden
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Larry Baszynski and Scott Hodgden of Finance of America Commercial are seasoned lenders who have helped their investor clients build tremendous real estate portfolios and wealth. Larry and Scott discuss the products that their company offers including Fix and Flip loans, Construction Loans, and Long-Term loans for stabilized properties. They share …
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Episode 297: How to Pay Less in Taxes Via Tangible Property Regulations with Brenten Blakeman
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What are tangible property regulations and how can investors leverage this IRS code to pay less in taxes? Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Brenten Blakeman, Tangible Property Tax Methods Link: Build Your Team | Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast ----------------- P…
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Navigating Home Health Care: Insights from John Trompeter of ComForCare
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Join us on The Local podcast as we chat with John Trompeter from ComForCare Home Care. John discusses the importance of home health care, the challenges families face when caring for loved ones, and the role of professionals in providing quality care. Do you have a guest idea for The Local? Reach out to us by clicking here!…
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Episode 296: How to Crush RE Investments on Chicago’s South Side with Moses Hall
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Moses Hall is a top producing commercial real estate broker and leads a brokerage that serves investors, landlords, and tenants. Moses discusses his start in real estate, taking the plunge to start his own business, and the challenges that came with that. He dives into his geographical areas of focus in Chicago and his investment strategy. Moses sh…
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Cancer is Strong – Hope is Stronger – Phil Zielke of Phil’s Friends
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Learn the true meaning of “in sickness and health” with our guest, two-time cancer survivor, Phil Zielke of Phil’s Friends. Phil shares the story of battling cancer and how his eyes were opened to the power of seemingly small gestures of kindness. Hear how “Phil’s Friends” uses the power of good old fashioned care packages to deliver personalized a…
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Episode 295: The Ultimate HACK to Long-Term Wealth with Brian Tibbs
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Brian Tibbs is an investor and best-selling author who teaches others how to thrive financially! Brian starts by sharing how he hit the ground running by house hacking multiple properties and scaling up to 10-units before the age of 30! He explains how he saved money for down payments and the setbacks he experienced during his early REI days. Brian…
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Don’t Demerit The Dress Code! Phil Kerr President of St. Francis High School
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Join us on The Local podcast as we dive into the transformative journey of St. Francis High School with President Phil Kerr. From safety initiatives, academic excellence, and the secret sauce that makes St. Francis, this episode is a must-listen! Their dedication to continuous improvement and culture of excellence and community impact all contribut…
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Episode 294: Creating a Successful Operating Agreement with Chance Badertscher
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What items need to be covered in a successful operating agreement? Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Chance Badertscher, Lavelle Law Link: Build Your Team | Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straigh…
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