Podcasts about Northside

What is Builders risk insurance and as an investor when do I need this policy? ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Guest: Josh Steigelmann, State Farm Insurance Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Link: Build Your Team | Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.

Rahm Emanuel joins POLITICO's Jonathan Martin at Michael's Original Pizzeria on Chicago's North Side for a wide-ranging conversation about his political future, the Democratic Party's identity crisis and why he's seriously considering a run for president in 2028.    The former Chicago mayor, Obama chief of staff and U.S. ambassador to Japan reflects on the biggest mistakes of both parties, argues Democrats need to win back the political center, weighs in on Israel, China and Donald Trump, and explains why he believes America is at a political turning point.    Plus: Chicago tavern-style pizza, growing up on the North Side and the childhood experience that still drives Emanuel today. 

Eric Field of Big Door Home Buyers joins us to share how he has successfully built his real estate wholesaling business! Eric jumps right in by explaining how he got into wholesaling and how he scaled his business! He provides tactical advice on marketing, wholesaling overhead expenses, and estimating rehab costs. Eric shares wholesaling horror stories and his biggest lessons learned from underwriting mistakes. He closes with an outlook on fine tuning his business to further propel 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 Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Guest: Eric Field, Big Door Home Buyers Link: SUCI Ep 356 - Frank Montro Link: SUCI Ep 253 - Jeff Nydegger (Kendall Partners) Link: Never Split the Difference (Book Recommendation) Guest Questions:  02:05 Housing Provider Tip - Do not skip final walkthroughs and do them on closing day! 03:37 Intro to our guest, Eric Field! 12:33 Starting a wholesaling business. 22:03 Effective marketing strategies. 30:45 Overhead expenses for wholesaling. 34:13 Crazy wholesaling stories! 41:39 Eric's biggest underwriting mistakes. 51:26 Tips for estimating construction costs. 54:16 Business outlook for Big Door Home Buyers. 55:28 What is your competitive advantage? 55:45 One piece of advice for new investors. 56:10 What do you do for fun? 56:24 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  56:50 Local Network Recommendation?  56:26 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.

Rahm Emanuel joins POLITICO's Jonathan Martin at Michael's Original Pizzeria on Chicago's North Side for a wide-ranging conversation about his political future, the Democratic Party's identity crisis and why he's seriously considering a run for president in 2028.    The former Chicago mayor, Obama chief of staff and U.S. ambassador to Japan reflects on the biggest mistakes of both parties, argues Democrats need to win back the political center, weighs in on Israel, China and Donald Trump, and explains why he believes America is at a political turning point.    Plus: Chicago tavern-style pizza, growing up on the North Side and the childhood experience that still drives Emanuel today. 

Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera has done it again at Marvel!!46 & 4 is what he put together on Sunday against a disappoint North Side, who's wildcards hope are now out the window/ Brisbane showed us why they are potentially the biggest threat for the flag as they try to complete their 3 peat. We also go over AFL.com.au's 9 things we learned article and have our say on it, while looking at the updated Ladder. Like always thank you for listening to the show, if you did enjoy this episode, make sure to leave a like and comment, Turn on the Notification Bell so you don't miss an upload, hit the Follow Button & leave a 5-Star Rating on the Show!!Follow us on Instagram & Tik Tok for all our clips from the show and other news - @Uptheguts_Want to get in Contact? Send us a Email at - Uptheguts22@gmail.com Or send us a DM on Instagram and we will get back to you!

SUCI Co-Host Mark Ainley gives a presentation on his deals over the last 30 months at the WSBOA meetup!  Mark shares details on various deals including flips, BRRRRs, and even short-term rentals. He  explains how he sourced, financed, and stabilized these deals. He discusses biggest wins and top lessons learned. Mark closes the presentation with the biggest REI takeaways and a Q&A session that you won't want to miss! 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 Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Guest: Mark Ainley, GC Realty & Development Link: Mark's Instagram Link: WSBOA Meetup Guest Questions:  06:07 Housing Provider Tip - Understand root causes of water intrusion to efficiently solve issues. 08:11 Mark's first acquisition with Lantz! 16:18 Lessons learned on Mark's Hoffman Estates deal. 19:57 Home run BRRRR deal in Schaumburg! 27:56 Mark's syndication deal. 30:36 A quick flip in Downers Grove and FHA househack in Jefferson Park! 36:14 Flip deal in Hanover Park. 37:28 Rough deal in Elgin! 41:18 Mark's recent deal in Rolling Meadows. 42:37 Locking up a Downers Grove Ranch property. 44:38 Experimenting with a Short-Term Rental project! 47:13 Mark's key takeaways! 52:08 Q&A. 59:37 Chicago fact! ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.

Vance Boelter, who shot Minnesota lawmakers last year, will be sentenced for murder Thursday. Prosecutors are urging he serve two life sentences, which Boelter seeks to serve in a Florida prison. Alex Pretti was killed by federal immigration agents on a busy Minneapolis street six months ago. We heard more about how that block has changed since.Congresswoman Angie Craig and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan are battling to become the Democratic nominee for a U.S. Senate seat. We got an analysis on their race ahead of their MPR News debate set for Monday.And the Northside of Minneapolis is hosting its first ever jazz festival! The Minnesota Music Minute was “If I Don't Have You” by Monique Blakey. The Song of the Day was “HIGHER!” by Dijon.

The trial of a bartender accused of raping a customer is set to continue in the Grand Court today; police are investigating three burglaries in North Side during the early hours of July 22nd; and the Water Authority is raising a red flag on a scam involving their company.

Can the government stop my insurance claim? ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Guest: Josh Steigelmann, State Farm Insurance Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Link: Build Your Team | Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.

Welcome back to the True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast — For the Love of Sports!

Libby interviews one of our faithful North Side volunteers, Bethany Havey.

They were thumped by the Cubbies on the North Side of Chicago. But the main focus of the team is their series that starts tonight in Cleveland. Star Tribune Beat Writer Bobby Nightengale joined Susie to recap the weekend and look ahead to the next few weeks for Twins fans as the trade deadline looms.

Newly elected Cook County Assessor Pat Hynes joins us to share his plan for bringing fair, accurate, and predictable property assessments! Pat starts by discussing the flaws in the current property assessment system and his plan to improve and simplify the system! He shares an emotive story on why he decided to take on the county assessor role. Pat gets granular on common mistakes made on tax appeals and the methodology behind accurate valuations. He closes with insights on the Chicago Bears Stadium site selection and an extremely bullish outlook on Chicago! 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 Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Guest: Pat Hynes, Cook County Link: Pay Hynes - Lyons Township Page Link: The Devil in the White City (Book Recommendation) Guest Questions:  02:07 Housing Provider Tip - Review property characteristics on tax assessor's website to catch inaccurate info! 02:56 Intro to our guest, Pat Hynes! 11:06 Bringing transparency to property taxation. 17:02 An idealized property valuation approach. 21:47 Pat's motivation to take on the Cook County Assessor role. 27:08 Common mistakes made on property tax appeals. 29:19 The process for valuing condominium buildings. 30:40 Simplifying the appeal process! 39:04 Property tax incentives for providing affordable housing. 43:48 Pat's criteria for a successful term as Cook County Assessor! 45:15 Tax implications for the Chicago Bears Stadium site selection! 50:06 Data Center Taxation. 51:49 What is your competitive advantage? 52:04 One piece of advice for new investors. 52:32 What do you do for fun? 53:09 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  53:26 Local Network Recommendation?  54:34 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.

https://wibc.com/890615/tony-katz-3rd-hr-7-16-26-teen-shot-jesse-brown-vance/ Two Arrested After Teenager Shot on Indy’s North Side. Communist Jesse Brown moves to eliminate parking requirements. Vance on Rogan: "People say you cannot negotiate with the Iranians... that's fundamentally idiotic. Credit-Card Rewards Fund More Everyday Costs as Inflation Bites. Iran said that the Strait of Hormuz was an inviolable 'red line'. Thursday Music Moment: Couldn't Get It Right - Climax Blues Band. TV Theme Song: Eerie, IndianaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch Up With All Things Tony Katz! https://wibc.com/schedule/tony-katz-morning-news/ https://wibc.com/890619/tony-katz-wibc-1st-hr-7-16-26-blanche-vance-mears/ Blanche falls on the Epstein sword. JD Vance is not ready for prime time. Raves at Dave and Busters. ‘Baseless search’: Case against Broad Ripple bar owner dismissed after judge rules prosecutor actions were unconstitutional https://wibc.com/890617/tony-katz-2nd-hr-7-16-26-indiana-reserves-vance-rogan-braun/ Indiana has big reserves. Today’s Popcorn Moment: JD Vance blaming Israeli influencers for MOU failure. Today on the Marketplace: Lego cuff links. Left lose their head over Braun stopping discrimination in Indiana https://wibc.com/890615/tony-katz-3rd-hr-7-16-26-teen-shot-jesse-brown-vance/ Two Arrested After Teenager Shot on Indy’s North Side. Communist Jesse Brown moves to eliminate parking requirements. Vance on Rogan: "People say you cannot negotiate with the Iranians... that's fundamentally idiotic. Credit-Card Rewards Fund More Everyday Costs as Inflation Bites. Iran said that the Strait of Hormuz was an inviolable 'red line'. Thursday Music Moment: Couldn't Get It Right - Climax Blues Band. TV Theme Song: Eerie, IndianaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It started as an idea. This summer, it broke ground.NeuVue is a $16.2 million housing project that's unlike any other in Milwaukee: a six-story building on the city's North Side intended entirely for young adults in the city.“Neuvue will help pave the way for self-sufficiency for the young people who will call it home,” said Joann Harris-Comodore, founder and CEO of Neu-Life Community Development, the nonprofit behind the project. “That alone is just so invigorating and so exciting as we move forward.”In addition to 36 high-quality, affordable apartments ranging from studios to two-bedroom spaces, there will be workforce opportunities in Neu-Life's Farmfork Culinary School and Cafe; Neu-Media Studios; and amenities like a gym, community rooms, a rooftop garden and underground parking. In this episode, we hear from Neu-Life's leaders about the project's potential, and from current and former youth positively impacted by the organization's mission.#####Uniquely Milwaukee is supported by our Radio Milwaukee members.

Marty talks about potential issues with a homeless encampment on the Northside

A judge enforced Illinois' distance rule for cannabis shops, dealing a blow to a planned South Loop dispensary. Crain's commercial real estate reporter Rachel Herzog discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: True Value's HQ is moving to Indiana, AI firms' office demand seen spreading to Chicago, investor looks to cash out on Trader Joe's-anchored North Side retail portfolio and Mayor Johnson reveals why City Hall abandoned its $3.2 billion bid for parking meters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

SUCI Podcast Co-Host Tom Shallcross is today's special guest and breaks down a fraud story on a West Town property that he purchased! Tom dives deep into a recent purchase in West Town that involved ownership fraud when transferring title. He explains how the fraud was detected and how he navigated the process to reach a resolution. Throughout this show, Tom emphasizes the importance of being due diligence and having adequate insurance and documentation in place to protect yourself as best as possible! 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 Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Guest: Tom Shallcross, Co-host of Straight Up Chicago Investor Link: SUCI Ep 420 - Tom Shallcross Guest Questions:  01:38 Housing Provider Tip - Ensure drains are clear of debris or blockage to prevent issues during heavy rainfalls! 02:33 Intro to our guest, Tom Shallcross! 03:25 Intro to Tom's Fraud Property Story! 29:18 The process of clearing up title issues. 42:20 The stress associated with a fraud deal. 47:21 Managing partnerships when issues arise. 48:53 Chicago Fact! ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.

Cayman has a new Deputy Governor; Police have arrested two people after a search at a home in North Side; and a rape case opens in Grand Court.

More Tenant Protections... Less Housing? Breaking Down Chicago's New RLTO ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Guest: Mike Glasser, NBOA Link: Amendment of Municipal Code Chapter 5-12 regarding Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance Link: Oppose Mayor Johnson's Proposed Ordinance Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Link: Build Your Team | Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.

A judge dismissed Edgewater residents' lawsuit to overturn Broadway's rezoning. Crain's commercial real reporter Rachel Herzog talks with host Amy Guth about what's next for the neighborhood. Plus: Developer withdraws rezoning request for controversial Hoffman Estates data center, office building near Fulton Market trades at a major discount, Northwestern plans $275 million facility do-over in Orland Park amid cancer care race and AbbVie faces federal probe over drug trials in China. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ignacio Gonzalez returns to discuss his Back of the Yards Coffee Shop development and his campaign for Chicago School Board! Ignacio jumps right in by sharing rent growth and property appreciation trends in the Back of the Yards neighborhood. He explains the struggles and lessons learned in completing the development of Dream Catcher Cafe. Ignacio talks about the impact of ICE raids in the neighborhood and the importance of contributing to community development and unity. He closes by explaining his motivation behind running for the Chicago Board of Education and shares how he would continue to positively impact the community if elected! 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 Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Guest: Ignacio Gonzalez of Chicago Board of Education Link: Dream Catcher Cafe Link: Beyond Legacy Homes Link: The Confessions of St. Augustine (Book Recommendation) Link: NAHREP Website Guest Questions:  01:34 Housing Provider Tip - Regularly check in with tenants to build rapport and promote communication. 02:32 Intro to our guest, Ignacio Gonzalez! 06:00 Rent growth and appreciation in Back of the Yards. 11:18 Navigating city inspections on a coffee shop development. 18:11 Lessons learned from Ignacio's coffee shop build out. 21:26 The impact of ICE raids in Back of the Yards. 24:36 Ignacio's campaign for the Chicago School Board. 40:51 What is your competitive advantage? 41:27 One piece of advice for new investors. 41:50 What do you do for fun? 42:35 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  43:07 Local Network Recommendation?  44:14 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.

​Guitarist Joel Paterson has been a fixture on the Chicago music scene for more than 25 years. Besides his longtime residency at the Green Mill on Monday nights with his quartet, Paterson performs regularly in the city and suburbs. ​The SUN-TIMES reports that this week, the 55-year-old Paterson started performing with Bob Dylan's band per the music icon's request, and Paterson will be playing guitar with them again on July 8th in Chicago at Northerly Island. Paterson's fellow musician Casey McDonough says Paterson announced on their band's text chain that he couldn't perform with them this week in Andersonville on the city's North Side because the guitarist {quote} “was going to work with someone named Bob”.

This week Dodgers and Padres head to head bring out the rivalry between these siblings and their teams.Did someone say HomeRun Derby? The Padres in the Northside and the Dodgers in the capital see a yardshots aplenty both for and against.Changes to management on both coasts. Will iot make any difference this season or in the long run. We consider the possibilities.More CBA propoisals to share.Twitter/Bluesky: @SiblingRivlryBBFB/IG: @SiblingRivalryBBSiblingRib=valryBB.com

​Guitarist Joel Paterson has been a fixture on the Chicago music scene for more than 25 years. Besides his longtime residency at the Green Mill on Monday nights with his quartet, Paterson performs regularly in the city and suburbs. ​The SUN-TIMES reports that this week, the 55-year-old Paterson started performing with Bob Dylan's band per the music icon's request, and Paterson will be playing guitar with them again on July 8th in Chicago at Northerly Island. Paterson's fellow musician Casey McDonough says Paterson announced on their band's text chain that he couldn't perform with them this week in Andersonville on the city's North Side because the guitarist {quote} “was going to work with someone named Bob”.

​Guitarist Joel Paterson has been a fixture on the Chicago music scene for more than 25 years. Besides his longtime residency at the Green Mill on Monday nights with his quartet, Paterson performs regularly in the city and suburbs. ​The SUN-TIMES reports that this week, the 55-year-old Paterson started performing with Bob Dylan's band per the music icon's request, and Paterson will be playing guitar with them again on July 8th in Chicago at Northerly Island. Paterson's fellow musician Casey McDonough says Paterson announced on their band's text chain that he couldn't perform with them this week in Andersonville on the city's North Side because the guitarist {quote} “was going to work with someone named Bob”.

Welcome back to the True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast — For the Love of Sports!

In this episode, we discuss:North Side's "We Are" Statements

In this episode, we discuss:North Side's "We Are" Statements

Matt Katsaros of Wildwood Investments returns to break down ground-up development projects that he's taking down in Chicago! Matt jumps right in by explaining how his experience in commercial real estate brokerage and acquisitions led him to starting and scaling his development business. He dives deep into a Lincoln Park development deal and shares insights on raising capital, finding deals, and construction to successfully complete a development deal! Matt dives into the nuances of adaptive reuse projects and the process of securing tax increment financing (TIF) funds. Matt closes with tremendous tips on apartment layouts and characteristics that help maximize rents! 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 Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Guest: Matt Katsaros of Wildwood Investments Link: Matt's LinkedIn Link: SUCI Ep 109 (Matt's First Appearance on SUCI) Link: Real Estate For Breakfast Podcast Link: Spittin Chiclets Podcast Guest Questions:  02:00 Housing Provider Tip - Document apartment conditions prior to tenant move-ins. 04:25 Intro to our guest, Matt Katsaros! 10:37 Dissecting Matt's Lincoln Park development deal! 18:32 Tips for raising capital. 28:28 Breaking down an office-to-residential adaptive reuse deal.  37:58 The process to secure TIF funds. 44:18 Earning steady income between the disposition of developments. 46:13 Matt's outlook on his business and on Chicago. 50:27 Apartment characteristics that maximize rents! 62:33 What is your competitive advantage? 62:47 One piece of advice for new investors. 63:05 What do you do for fun? 63:35 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  64:03 Local Network Recommendation?  64:26 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.

Welcome to episode 429 of Growers Daily! We cover: poison ivy in the garden,  some specialty crops (like ginger and others) that CAN be worth it maybe, AND what level of shade cloth you need for where you are and what you're growing.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Pittsburgh's going all out for America250! We've got a Ferris Wheel on the North Side, a free Nelly and Third Eye Blind concert, and of course, the city's annual fireworks display, which is run by a company from Western Pennsylvania. But they're not the only fireworks team in town. We're bringing back a conversation from host Megan Harris and executive producer Mallory Falk, where we take a deep dive into the the birthplace and backstories of Zambelli, Pyrotecnico, and Starfire — and how our region became a hotbed for three of the largest U.S. fireworks makers in the world. **This episode originally aired July 2, 2024. Learn more about the sponsors of this Thursday, June 25th episode: AIDS Free PGH The Frick Pittsburgh Pittsburgh CLO Quantum Theatre Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We're on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Pittsburgh's Independence Day celebration may have moved from Point State Park to the North Shore, but you can still expect some really big booms — and the company in charge this year is from Western Pennsylvania. But they're not the only game in town! City Cast Pittsburgh's Megan Harris and Mallory Falk are talking about the birthplace and backstories of Zambelli, Pyrotecnico, and Starfire — and how our region became a hotbed for three of the largest U.S. fireworks makers in the world.

June 25th, 2026 - We welcome back Nicholas Cavazos to discuss an Islamic community center raising money to convert Chicago's closed Our Lady of Victory Church into the city's first Islamic high school on the North Side. Then, we welcome Dr. Ralph Martin to evaluate whether we are ready for the coming judgment. Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! ACT@TheStationOfTheCross.com

Mark and Tom discuss the current fundamentals of the Chicago market with statistics provided by Jason Wagner. ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Guest: Tom & Mark, Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast Link: Jason Wagner's Market Reports Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Link: Build Your Team | Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.

John Preston of Horvath & Tremblay joins us to discuss opportunities in multifamily and mixed-use assets on Chicago's North Side! John begins by discussing what it takes to build a successful brokerage business including early struggles before hitting his stride! He breaks down his process for reaching out to and converting seller leads and also explains the work brokers do that leads to a successful transaction. In typical SUCI fashion, John gets hyper-specific on neighborhoods that have seen great rent growth and areas where he sees investors putting their money! He closes with a bullish outlook on Chicago and emphasizes the importance of building market knowledge and networking to be successful in the 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 Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Guest: John Preston, Horvath & Tremblay | Email John: jpreston@hgapartments.com | Connect with John on LinkedIn Link: NBOA Chicago Guest Questions:  02:45 Housing Provider Tip - Understand catch basins and have a maintenance plan. 04:35 Intro to our guest, John Preston! 06:47 Getting off the ground as a real estate broker focusing on multi-family assets. 16:17 Troubling deals early on in John's career. 22:18 The work behind a successful listing. 29:30 Effectively following up with and converting leads! 31:27 How buyers can find opportunities in today's market. 34:57 John breaks down north side neighborhoods! 45:00 John's pick for a neighborhood with major upside! 50:17 John's bullish outlook on Chicago. 51:15 What is your competitive advantage? 52:15 One piece of advice for new investors. 53:04 What do you do for fun? 53:34 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  54:23 Local Network Recommendation?  55:11 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.

After a glorious sweep of the Boston Red Sox, the Toronto Blue Jays head to Wrigley Field with another chance to return to the .500 mark as the mid-way point of the season approaches.Justin and Patrick discuss the sweep and dive into what made it happen, including an outstanding bullpen day in game 2. The guys then preview the 3-game set on the North Side of Chicago with the Cubs.

Still mourning Stuntpig's closure in Squirrel Hill? Executive producer Mallory Falk and producer Sophia Lo have recommendations for new sandwich shops and some hot takes about what's considered an ideal pool sandwich. We're also talking about Butcher and the Rye's triumphant return to Downtown, rumors that we may finally be getting a restaurant with a volcano, and why you should splurge on sour gummy candy from a truck. Notes and references from today's show: PODCAST: Are Pittsburgh Breweries OK?! [City Cast Pittsburgh] Mayfly Market & Deli Brings New Life to North Side's Historic Garden Theater [City Cast Pittsburgh] Learn more about the sponsors of this Monday, June 15th episode: Pittsburgh CLO Westmoreland Museum Athens County Visitors Bureau Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We're on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. 

Tom and Mark interview some of Chicago's Brightest Real Estate Stars during a Renovo Networking Event featuring an interview of Thad Wong! Discussions range from areas investors are targeting in Chicago, breaking down the MRED and Zillow lawsuits, and lessons learned on luxury developments and operating apartment buildings. This show is full of wisdom from some of the best minds in Chicago Real Estate so have your notepad ready!  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 Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Guests: Some of Chicago's Brightest Real Estate Stars during a Renovo Networking Event--including an interview with Thad Wong Link: Thad Wong Link: SUCI Ep 381 - Kevin Werner Link: SUCI Ep 255 - Eric Workman Link: SUCI Ep 368 - Joe Smazal and Ann Keilly Link: SUCI Ep 326 - RJ de Leon Link: Flora Blahnik Team Guest Questions:  03:17 Investing in Elgin with Mark Fostrom. 09:12 Renovo's formula to success with Kevin Werner! 17:18 Daniel Rosen discusses the evolution of Renovo. 26:23 Scaling a podcast and multi-family with Joe Smazal. 40:03 State of RE Brokerage with Luke Blahnik and Anthony Flora. 49:40 Luxury developments with RJ de Leon. 58:26 Renovation market in NW Indiana with Daniela Rodriguez. 66:22 Workman Lending Team's outlook on Chicago and business growth! ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.

What steps should I take to best prepare for my 2026 tax returns? ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Guest: Aaron Zimmerman, Brick House CPAs Link: SUCI Episode 52 Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Link: Build Your Team | Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.

Asher Motew and Quinn Keenan of Essex Capital Markets break down keys to their early career success in the Chicago Commercial Lending Market! Asher and Keenan start by explaining their background coming from real estate families and how they've been able to pave their own path in commercial lending. They share their service offerings including creative solutions they bring that traditional lenders may not have. The duo talks about some successful deals and how those were put together while also explaining why their partnership has worked so well. They get tactical on underwriting expenses and NOI on deals to achieve desired lending outcomes. Through the show, Asher and Quinn showcase that being hungry and grinding has been the key to tremendous growth early on in their careers. 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 Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Guests: Asher Motew and Quinn Keenan, Essex Capital Markets Link: Essex Capital Market's Instagram (@EssexCapitalMarkets) Link: Matt Feo (Essex Realty Group) Link: Asher Motew's Instagram (@AMo2.Cre) Link: Asher Motew's LinkedIn Link: Quinn Keenan's LinkedIn Guest Questions:  02:59 Housing Provider Tip - Understand and leverage cost segregation studies.  04:44 Intro to our guests, Asher Motew and Quinn Keenan! 13:20 Jumping into commercial mortgage brokerage. 21:20 The value offered by commercial debt brokers. 31:04 Breaking down a successful deal! 39:56 Asher and Quinn's complimentary partnership! 46:09 Biggest financing hurdles on deals! 50:54 Essex Capital Markets' role in the lending process. 61:10 Tactical tips on underwriting expenses and income. 66:36 What's next for Asher and Quinn. 69:18 What is your competitive advantage? 69:35 One piece of advice for new investors. 69:43 What do you do for fun? 69:52 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  70:04 Local Network Recommendation?  71:27 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.