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Episode 402: Looking At Chicago Investing Differently with Jason Wagner

Jason Wagner, Managing Broker of Greystone Realty, is a seasoned agent and investor who has built up a sizable portfolio using various creative strategies.

Jason shares why he chose to invest in Chicago’s northwest side and how he’s achieved success in that area. He breaks down assumable loans and 2-1 buydowns including how these tools can be leveraged to improve an asset’s ROI! Jason discusses the power of the data he compiles in the Wagner Report and how investors can utilize it for a competitive edge. He closes with bullish remarks on Arlington Heights and powerful advice for new, aspiring investors!

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02:36 Housing Provider Tip - Ensure utilities are put back in your name in between tenant turnovers!

04:52 Intro to our guest, Jason Wagner!

10:53 Emerging neighborhoods and creative strategies for cash flow!

28:42 Ins and outs of assumable loans.

36:06 Insights on VA loan assumptions.

38:03 The background on Greystone Realty.

42:56 Housing market takeaways from the Wagner Report!

45:58 Opportunities in Arlington Heights.

50:26 Best of advice for aspiring real estate investors.

52:42 What is your competitive advantage?

53:07 One piece of advice for new investors.

53:20 What do you do for fun?

54:28 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend? 

56:19 Local Network Recommendation? 

57:11 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you?

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Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com

Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com

Guest Name: Jason Wagner

Guest Company: Greystone Realty

Guest Link: https://greystonerealtychicago.com/

Other Links for show notes:

SUCI Ep 224 - Jason Wagner

Real Life Investing with Jason & Rachel Wagner (Podcast)

Wagner Report

The 5 Types of Wealth (Book Recommendation)

SUCI Ep 244 - Ryan Bakke

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