Have you ever wondered how people afford those massive home renovation projects you see? Maybe considering taking on a "fixer upper" yourself? If so, the renovation loan product might be right for you!

We sit down with Rick Lapins with GuaranteedRate to hear about his story, tips/strategies for using this loan product successfully, the what it's like to help clients finance major renovations.

So sit back, grab a notepad, and get ready to talk renovation loans!

Rick Lapins is a Guaranteed Rate Loan Officer who's goal is to simplify the mortgage process, make your home loan experience easy to navigate and be available to you from application to closing. He takes pride in thoroughly educating customers throughout the mortgage transaction, so they fully understand their options and feel comfortable with their chosen loan program. Whether you are a first time home buyer or seasoned owner, you can trust Rick and his team with all of your home financing needs.

Website: https://people.rate.com/rick-lapins-422551

In this video interview, we explore the benefits of subscription legal services for business owners, freelancers, and everyday people. Our guest, Mathew Kerbis, is the founder of Subscription Attorney LLC- A modern law firm offering subscriptions starting at $19.99/month, with the mission to provide affordable access to legal advice.

Mathew shares insights into how his firm is providing affordable access to legal advice, helping individuals and businesses to navigate legal issues without breaking the bank. We delve into the different types of subscription legal services available and how they can benefit different types of clients. Our guest discusses how these services can save time and money, reduce legal risks, and provide peace of mind to subscribers.

Whether you're a small business owner, a freelancer, or an individual in need of legal advice, this video provides valuable information about subscription legal services and how they can help you to protect your interests and make informed decisions. Don't miss this informative and insightful conversation!

Subscription Attorney Website: https://subscriptionattorney.com/

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If you're a real estate professional looking to grow your business, then you won't want to miss this video! We sit down with Mark Kowalik with Baird & Warner real estate to hear about his story, and top tips/strategies for using open houses to take your business to the next level. From the importance of creating a memorable experience for your potential clients, to follow up strategies that work, we'll cover everything you need to know to make your open houses a success.

So sit back, grab a notepad, and get ready to take your real estate business to new heights with this comprehensive guide to growing a successful real estate business through open houses!

If you want to get in touch with Mark, here are some useful links:

Open House Course: https://myopenhousesystem.com/

Mark's IG: https://www.instagram.com/theactiverealtor/

You might be shocked to learn how many businesses are a slip and fall lawsuit away from serious trouble...

In this podcast episode, we sit down with Jonathan Mayotte, CIC. Jonathan has been working as a Commercial Insurance Specialist at Thornton Powell Insurance for over 9 years, and sat down with us to discuss the ins and outs of protecting your business. From liability coverage to property insurance, you can't be too safe when it comes to to safeguarding your company.

Whether you're a small business owner or a manager at a large corporation, Jonathan and his team are here to help!

You can connect with Jonathan here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjmayotte/

Email: jonathan.mayotte@thorntonpowell.com

After retirement, Yasemin did what many retirees dream of- she traveled. A lot. 9 countries later, she found herself asking... what next?

In this discussion, we talk about her foray into life coaching, and her journey to helping others discover who they are in retirement. Yasemin shares her thoughts on why it's important to plan ahead for a purposeful retirement plan rather than planning to "just travel" when you get there.

She also happens to be an experienced Chicago investor who scaled her portfolio naturally over time, with plenty of insights to share for any new investors looking to scale!

You can connect with Yasemin via her website here: https://yasemintunc.com/

We're not sure if you've noticed, but there's been quite a bit of doom and gloom out there in the news lately- particularly about the housing market! In today's episode, we're breaking down some headlines that caught out attention and breaking them down as best we can. We'll discuss spiking mortgage rates and inflation instability, the end of easy sales for real estate agents, and whether or not we believe a market crash is around the corner!

In today's episode, Derek Malley and I sit down with Tom Niewiara- or TechSalesTom for those of you that follow him. Tom is a successful business and sales leader, a content creator, and an educator, with experience at Google and Amazon as well as multiple successful ventures of his own. In our conversation, we learned more about Tom's thoughts and advice on starting a lucrative career in technology sales, his experience with investing in the Austin/Lake Travis,TX market, and his experience with the Chicago rental market.

Tom's most recent project is a partnership with the team at Bravado to found an incredible program called Tech Sales U. Tech Sales U is a free online sales education program designed to help you land a high-paying job in tech sales, at your own pace, when and where it's convenient for you. If you are looking for an in-road to technology sales, this is the course for you!

Tech Sales U!

https://learn.bravado.co/techsalesu?utm_medium=partnership&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=b2c_techsalesu&utm_content=sign-up&utm_term=techsalestom-alpha

Website and Contact info For @TechSalesTom

https://www.techsalestom.com/

In today's episode, Derek Malley and I sit down with Alicia Dale- ghostwriter and local investor here in Chicago. Alicia is living proof that the investor journey is anything but predictable!

In our conversation, we talk about her battle with hijacked credit, persevering through the '08 housing collapse, creating accountability with your tenants, and so much more. Listen as we recap the joys (and cautionary tales) of investing in real estate!

Alicia Dale is a ghostwriter for Leaders, Lawyers, & Change Makers. As a long-time entrepreneur she is a fan of real estate investing. She especially advocates for women, families, and friends to invest together. She thinks her key to success is building relationships with professionals including lenders, attorneys, realtors, accountants, and contractors. She insists that no one should ever be embarrassed and that no question is too small. While she has been lucky and worked hard, there is also great risk. It's best to go into investments with your eyes wide open. Or at least as wide as possible.

The attorney she references is:

John Elias, 312.782.3000, john@eliaslaw.com https://www.kickemoutquick.com/CHICAGO_EVICTION_ATTORNEY.html

While we advocate for consulting lawyers in all legal matters, Alicia used www.nolo.com to change her name. Alicia also wanted to share that she consulted the American Bar Association which has resources for free legal advice regarding the fraudulent credit issue.

The master craftsman that helped Alicia with her 100-year-old windows is Chris Mastriano of Master Johnny, Inc. on Chicago's Northwest side. Follow them on Facebook to see samples of his high-end, custom carpentry.

If you have any questions about investing, you are welcome to call Matt or Derek! You can also follow Alicia's adventures on social media here:

Twitter:

https://twitter.com/fcmideas

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/indemand_ghostwriter/

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/AliciaDaleWriter