Podcasts

Exploring Pest Control and Property ManagementIn a recent episode of the Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast, listeners were treated to an engaging discussion with Janelle Iaccino, the Marketing Director of Rose Pest Solutions, affectionately known as Chicago's "Bug Girl." The episode delved into the rich history of Rose Pest Solutions, which intriguingly dates back to the era of Abraham Lincoln. However, it wasn't ju...

In a recent episode of the Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast, hosts Mark Ainley and Tom Shallcross are joined by Nick Oberhouse from Dawgs to explore the importance of protecting your largest asset: your property.Dawgs offers a comprehensive rental service designed to secure buildings for property owners and managers, particularly those unable to manage the process themselves due to prohibitive costs. With a full-service solution, in...

In our latest episode of Straight Up Chicago Investor, we had the honor of hosting Mike Kehoe, a seasoned investor and serial entrepreneur with a penchant for creating and selling multiple technology companies. Mike shared invaluable insights into the world of off-market real estate acquisitions and dispositions, offering a glimpse into his journey, strategies, and the importance of cultivating a growth mindset.Pioneering Off-Market Rea...

In our latest episode of Straight Up Chicago Investor, we had the pleasure of hosting Marc Rutzen, a seasoned investor with over 12 years of real estate and technology experience. Marc shared invaluable insights into the transformative power of data analytics and introduced us to HelloData—a groundbreaking platform designed to revolutionize the way we understand rental comps and accelerate our investment decisions.A Journey into M...

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...