Episode 400: The Proven Way To Break Down Chicago Real Estate Investing with Kevin Rocio

Sep 18, 2025

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Kevin Rocio, founder of ROC Advisory Group, is an award winning commercial real estate broker, mentor, and investor.

Kevin shares how he built a business and sphere of influence in the mortgage lending industry. He discusses his start in commercial real estate and gets granular on various valuation metrics. Kevin talks about the rapid growth of his business during and after the pandemic. He closes with explaining the importance of building a great reputation to set yourself up for success in this relationship-based business!

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Guest: Kevin Rocio, ROC Advisory Group

Link: Kevin Rocio's Instagram

Link: Crain's Chicago Business

Link: SUCI Ep 296 - Moses Hall

Link: Mike Levin (Network Referral)

Guest Questions

04:09 Housing Provider Tip - Let insurance representatives know about property improvements to reduce your premium!

05:50 Intro to our guest, Kevin Rocio!