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Straight Up Chicago Investor

Jan 29, 2026

Darryl Jacobs, partner at Ginsberg Jacobs, has over 3 decades of experience in tax and corporate law with a focus on tax credit financing transactions.

Darryl starts off with a high-level overview of the various tax credits available to investors. He dives deep on opportunity zones and how geographical areas get...


Jan 27, 2026

What are recent legal updates to the 2026 lease and new squatter laws?

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Guest: Mark Ainley, Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast and GC Realty & Development LLC

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Properties for Sale on the North Side?...


Jan 22, 2026

Jake Fugman and Mike Scanlon of The Axon Group return to forecast Chicago’s Real Estate Market in 2026!

Jake and Mike kick things off by reflecting on their 2025 predictions including office space leasing trends, downtown sales stats, and impacts of the Northwest Side Preservation Ordinance. The duo then make their...


Jan 15, 2026

Jessica Erickson, Director of Economic Development for the City of Woodstock, joins us to discuss development news and opportunities in Woodstock, IL!

Jessica starts with her backstory on moving from Denver to Chicagoland and ultimately taking a role in Economic Development for the City of Woodstock. She breaks down...


Jan 13, 2026

Do you need a HELOC on your investment property?

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Guest: Benjamin Stef, NEXA Mortgage

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Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com

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