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Straight Up Chicago Investor

Jan 8, 2026

Ryan Smith, top producing agent specializing in REO properties, returns to provide an update on the state of the Chicagoland foreclosure market heading into 2026!

Ryan starts with an overview on the foreclosure process and expectations when getting into a foreclosure transaction as a buyer. He provides tips on...


Jan 1, 2026

Jonathan Klemm of Quality Builders returns to discuss refinements in his General Contracting business and investment strategy since his last appearance!

Jonathan starts by explaining partnership pitfalls to avoid based on recent changes within his business. He gets vulnerable by discussing a multifamily investment on...


Dec 25, 2025

Alec Greenberg is the Principal of Base 3 Development and has vast experience developing and stabilizing multifamily assets!

Alec explains how he transitioned from the corporate real estate world to a more entrepreneurial position at Base 3 Development. He describes how he “stretched” out of his comfort zone by...


Dec 18, 2025

SUCI Podcast Co-Host Tom Shallcross is today’s special guest and breaks down everything you need to know about architectural plans and permits in Chicago!

Tom discusses when you need plans and permits for a project and when it’s appropriate to engage an architect. He shares the best way to optimize timelines to...