Introduction:

• Meet Alan Goldberg, a titan in the Chicago real estate scene, with a career spanning decades.

• 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:

• Alan sheds light on his early days and discusses the importance of prospecting to drive business growth.

• 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:

• Over the years, Alan has weathered through various market cycles and shares his insights on the toughest ones in the last 50 years.

• Discover how he navigated through challenging times and the lessons learned from overcoming difficult markets.

Transformations in Rogers Park, Uptown, and Surrounding Neighborhoods:

• 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.

• Gain valuable insights into the potential for investment in these evolving areas.

A Bullish Outlook on the Future:

• Looking ahead, Alan shares his optimistic outlook for the commercial real estate market in Chicago's North Side.

• Learn about the factors driving this bullish sentiment and the opportunities that lie ahead.

The Power of Real Estate as an Investment Vehicle:

• Throughout the episode, Alan emphasizes the potency of real estate as an investment vehicle.

• 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:

• Alan hammers home the importance of patience and strategic decision-making in real estate investing.

• Explore why "time is your biggest asset" and how to harness it to maximize your real estate investments.

Conclusion:

• We'd like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Alan Goldberg for sharing his invaluable experiences and insights with us today.

• Don't forget to subscribe to Real Estate Uncovered for more episodes featuring experts and thought leaders in the real estate industry.

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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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