Episode 386: How to Invest in DuPage County with Katie and Rob Hayes

Jul 10, 2025

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Katie and Rob Hayes are investors and realtors with nearly 2 decades of experience acquiring and managing investment properties!

The duo starts by sharing their background including investing in Florida before transitioning to the Chicago Western Suburbs. They share lessons learned from investing in lower cost areas and why they pivoted to higher class assets. Rob and Katie share golden nuggets on marketing to owners for deal flow and on operating short-term rentals. They close out with a positive outlet on Downer's Grove and why investors should be considering it!

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Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com

Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com

Guests: Katie and Rob Hayes, Platinum Partners Realtors

Link: Team Hayes Realtors Facebook

Link: Rob's LinkedIn

Link: CAREIA Investor's Group

Guest Questions

03:03 Housing Provider Tip - Utilize Starbucks gift cards to easily express gratitude towards tenants and vendors!

04:33 Intro to our guests, Katie and Rob Hayes!

09:54 Jumping from Florida to local investments!