Ignacio Gonzalez returns to discuss his Back of the Yards Coffee Shop development and his campaign for Chicago School Board!
Ignacio jumps right in by sharing rent growth and property appreciation trends in the Back of the Yards neighborhood. He explains the struggles and lessons learned in completing the development of Dream Catcher Cafe. Ignacio talks about the impact of ICE raids in the neighborhood and the importance of contributing to community development and unity. He closes by explaining his motivation behind running for the Chicago Board of Education and shares how he would continue to positively impact the community if elected!
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01:34 Housing Provider Tip - Regularly check in with tenants to build rapport and promote communication.
02:32 Intro to our guest, Ignacio Gonzalez!
06:00 Rent growth and appreciation in Back of the Yards.
11:18 Navigating city inspections on a coffee shop development.
18:11 Lessons learned from Ignacio’s coffee shop build out.
21:26 The impact of ICE raids in Back of the Yards.
24:36 Ignacio’s campaign for the Chicago School Board.
40:51 What is your competitive advantage?
41:27 One piece of advice for new investors.
41:50 What do you do for fun?
42:35 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?
43:07 Local Network Recommendation?
44:14 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you?
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Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com
Guest Name: Ignacio Gonzalez
Guest Company: Chicago Board of Education
Guest Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-ignacio-gonzalez-forchicagoschools
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