
Straight Up Chicago Investor Episode 233: Navigating Chicago's North Side: Insights from Commercial Real Estate Expert Alan Goldberg
Introduction:
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Meet Alan Goldberg, a titan in the Chicago real estate scene, with a career spanning decades.
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Alan's journey began in the late 70s when he made his very first deal in the world of real estate.
Prospecting and Generating Business:
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Alan sheds light on his early days and discusses the importance of prospecting to drive business growth.
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Learn how Alan's proactive approach to seeking out potential clients and opportunities helped him build a successful real estate career.
Tackling Tough Real Estate Market Cycles:
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Over the years, Alan has weathered through various market cycles and shares his insights on the toughest ones in the last 50 years.
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Discover how he navigated through challenging times and the lessons learned from overcoming difficult markets.
Transformations in Rogers Park, Uptown, and Surrounding Neighborhoods:
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Alan takes a deep dive into the history of neighborhoods like Rogers Park, Uptown, and more, shedding light on their significant transformations over the years.
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Gain valuable insights into the potential for investment in these evolving areas.
A Bullish Outlook on the Future:
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Looking ahead, Alan shares his optimistic outlook for the commercial real estate market in Chicago's North Side.
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Learn about the factors driving this bullish sentiment and the opportunities that lie ahead.
The Power of Real Estate as an Investment Vehicle:
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Throughout the episode, Alan emphasizes the potency of real estate as an investment vehicle.
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Gain valuable knowledge on how real estate can build wealth over time and why it remains a compelling option for investors.
Time Is Your Biggest Asset:
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Alan hammers home the importance of patience and strategic decision-making in real estate investing.
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Explore why "time is your biggest asset" and how to harness it to maximize your real estate investments.
Conclusion:
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We'd like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Alan Goldberg for sharing his invaluable experiences and insights with us today.
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Guests: Alan Goldberg, Alan Goldberg Real Estate LLC
Link: NBOA / Mike Glasser (Network Referral)
Link: Glenwood Ave Arts Fest
Link: Rogers Park Builders Group
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Guest Questions
02:30 Housing Provider Tip: Ensure you're getting warranty and all issues fixed when buying new construction.
04:33 Intro to our guest, Alan Goldberg!
06:26 Alan's start in real estate!
10:09 Alan talks about his first deal!
21:03 How did Alan establish his area of focus?
25:01 Areas that have drastically improved since the 70s.
27:12 What were rehabs like in the 70s?
33:30 Toughest stretch in real estate since the 70s!
36:37 Adjusting in a tough market.
48:27 Did Alan ever question being a real estate agent?
50:55 Outlook on Rogers Park, Uptown, and surrounding Neighborhoods.
52:56 What is Alan's competitive advantage?
54:02 One piece of advice for new investors.
54:20 What do you do for fun?
56:25 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?
57:24 Local Network Recommendation?
57:47 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you?
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