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Episode 271: Exploring Some of Chicago’s Premier Neighborhoods with Vik Wadhwa

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Vik Wadhwa is a top producing real estate broker with a focus on architecture and modern design in Chicago’s Premier Neighborhoods!

Vik shares his start in real estate back in 2006 and how he’s been able to grow his business to become a top producing broker. Vik gets granular on Lincoln Park; defining the boundaries, desirable blocks, and investment opportunities in the neighborhood. He provides insight on West Town including the differences between the different pockets of sub-neighborhoods. The West Loop and reassessed property tax bills are also discussed. In this episode, Vik demonstrates his deep knowledge of the neighborhoods he works and emphasizes the importance of knowing your craft to be successful!

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: Vik Wadhwa, Modern Homes Chicago

Link: Katmerka Ramic (Network Referral)

Link: Eric Flanagan (Network Referral)

Link: Atomic Habits (Book Recommendation)

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Guest Questions

02:36 Housing Provider Tip - Ensure that communication with tenants is kept professional!

04:10 Intro to our guest, Vik Wadhwa!

07:44 Changing to Real Estate as a Career Path!

11:44 The 101 of Lincoln Park!

19:37 Getting listings in Lincoln Park and other higher price point areas.

21:26 Breaking down West Town!

24:47 Pricing across West Town.

28:00 The Rise of the West Loop!

30:33 Opportunities west of the United Center.

35:55 Forecasting Reassessed Property Values and Tax Bill.

38:05 The Real Estate Brokerage Industry and Potential Changes!

40:58 Vik’s outlook on Chicago!

43:14 What is Vik’s competitive advantage?

43:44 One piece of advice for new investors.

44:10 What do you do for fun?

44:31 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?

44:55 Local Network Recommendation?

45:26 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you?

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2024.

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Vik Wadhwa is a top producing real estate broker with a focus on architecture and modern design in Chicago’s Premier Neighborhoods!

Vik shares his start in real estate back in 2006 and how he’s been able to grow his business to become a top producing broker. Vik gets granular on Lincoln Park; defining the boundaries, desirable blocks, and investment opportunities in the neighborhood. He provides insight on West Town including the differences between the different pockets of sub-neighborhoods. The West Loop and reassessed property tax bills are also discussed. In this episode, Vik demonstrates his deep knowledge of the neighborhoods he works and emphasizes the importance of knowing your craft to be successful!

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: Vik Wadhwa, Modern Homes Chicago

Link: Katmerka Ramic (Network Referral)

Link: Eric Flanagan (Network Referral)

Link: Atomic Habits (Book Recommendation)

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Guest Questions

02:36 Housing Provider Tip - Ensure that communication with tenants is kept professional!

04:10 Intro to our guest, Vik Wadhwa!

07:44 Changing to Real Estate as a Career Path!

11:44 The 101 of Lincoln Park!

19:37 Getting listings in Lincoln Park and other higher price point areas.

21:26 Breaking down West Town!

24:47 Pricing across West Town.

28:00 The Rise of the West Loop!

30:33 Opportunities west of the United Center.

35:55 Forecasting Reassessed Property Values and Tax Bill.

38:05 The Real Estate Brokerage Industry and Potential Changes!

40:58 Vik’s outlook on Chicago!

43:14 What is Vik’s competitive advantage?

43:44 One piece of advice for new investors.

44:10 What do you do for fun?

44:31 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?

44:55 Local Network Recommendation?

45:26 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you?

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2024.

  continue reading

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