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Join us for our next Real Estate Investor networking event! At our August meetup, we'll be joined by Daniel Baker of Teton Properties. Daniel is an experienced house hacker, general contractor and licensed property manager. Daniel will talk about his deep expertise of property management and giving you some best practices for self management. Learn the do's and don'ts from someone who's been there!

Doors open at 6:30 pm for networking. The discussion panel starts at 7 pm-ish.

📍 : 2211 N. Milwaukee Ave. #100, Chicago, IL 60647

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Drinks will be available for attendees to purchase. Food can be purchased next door at Beautiful Rind. Paper Plane Pizza will be closed.

Real estate doesn't have to be scary! We want to remove the fear of investing and leave you with the tools and knowledge to leverage your assets and scale up. The Sarita Sells Team has helped numerous house hackers and investors purchase investment properties in Illinois. The one thing that will inevitably come up with every buyer is nerves. There is a lot of uncertainty in investing. The endless hypotheticals will give you analysis paralysis. Unless, you know how to navigate the market, properties, and the transaction. By attending our meetup, you will learn how to make more educated decisions and let go of your nerves.

@Tj Floros

@Daniel Bourdeau

Our favorite day of the month is coming up! And this one is a BIG ONE! We'll be joined by RJ de Leon, CEO, Real Estate Investor and Mentor. You might know him as one of the organizers behind the Chicago Multifamily Club. From House Hacking to ground up new development, RJ has LITERALLY done it all! Come to listen to his journey to gain ideas for what your real estate goals can be :)

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to learn more about the world of real estate. Come network with like-minded individuals, share experiences, and gain valuable insights from RJ's expertise. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge and grow your real estate portfolio. See you at Navigator Taproom!

Doors open at 6:30 pm for networking. The discussion panel starts at 7 pm-ish.

📍 Navigator Taproom: 2211 N. Milwaukee Ave. #100, Chicago, IL 60647

Drinks will be available for attendees to purchase. Food can be purchased next door at Beautiful Rind. Paper Plane Pizza will be closed.

Can't make it tonight? Don't worry we are here the second Tuesday of every month. Next up on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 we will be sharing the stage with Daniel Baker of Teton Properties to share his insights in best practices for Property Management. Daniel is one of our meetup regulars with a vast experience in house hacking, general contracting and is now one of our go-to's for property management. We will definitely be ending summer on a high note!

@Tj Floros

@Daniel Bourdeau 

Hi Roy! Good for you for getting out to your first meetup. I would say dress business causal. Polo/collar shirt with khakis/nice pants will be fine. Everyone will dress a little different. Sometimes people wear suits or go the opposite direction and make it very casual. Wear what makes you feel good! It's really about bringing your best self. But if you're still waiting more insight about the wardrobe...look at photos from the meetups past events. I hope this helps! 

Welcome to the BP community. You should definitely talk with @Daniel Bourdeau He's an airbnb expert in the Chicago(land) market. He's an active investor and agent so he understands all sides of these strategy from his personal and professional experiences. Defiantly check out some of the local meetups. Each will offer a different perspective of the market. @Renee Krystek has a wonderful company that helps with Airbnb strategies as well. Both great people to speak with. 

There will be a lot of naysayers about Airbnb....you just need to know the rules and follow the advice from the experts. The biggest thing you can do is to have a back up plan in case airbnb restrictions get worse for whatever market you buy in. Which means that the deal has to work as both an STR arbitrage and regular rental/flip.

 BP has a section for this under the Real Estate Classifieds- Real estate events & Meetups. Best of luck to you! 

Hi @Sam Dietrich Our meetups give brutally honest information about Chicago real estate investing. We don't sugar coat the risks nor do we shy away from the work arounds. Feel free to stop by as we share our secrets in the LEGAL ways Airbnbs can still make a profit in Chicago. We hope to see you there! 

Join us for our next Real Estate Investor networking event! At our June meetup, we'll be joined by our Airbnb wizard @Daniel Bourdeau, who will pull back the curtain on the hidden mathematics that separate failed ventures from wildly profitable Airbnb empires! Discover the game-changing formulas that top investors guard like treasure - insider knowledge that could transform your investment strategy overnight! While headlines claim Chicago's Airbnb market is finished, our community is quietly uncovering profitable opportunities others miss. Come discover these hidden gems while connecting with Chicago's most dynamic real estate minds!

Doors open at 6:30 pm for networking. The discussion panel starts at 7 pm-ish.

📍 : 2211 N. Milwaukee Ave. #100, Chicago, IL 60647

Drinks will be available for attendees to purchase. Food can be purchased next door at Beautiful Rind. Paper Plane Pizza will be closed.

RSPV HERE

Real estate doesn't have to be scary! We want to remove the fear of investing and leave you with the tools and knowledge to leverage your assets and scale up. Sarita has helped numerous house hackers and investors purchase investment properties in Illinois. The one thing that will inevitably come up with every buyer is nerves. There is a lot of uncertainty in investing. The endless hypotheticals will give you analysis paralysis. Unless, you know how to navigate the market, properties, and the transaction. By attending our meetup, you will learn how to make more educated decisions and let go of your nerves.

So glad to see my favorite insurance agent on BP! Glad you're here @Andrew Bish

Join us for a Real Estate Investor networking event! Next week, we're counting on your electric enthusiasm to power through the CRITICAL discussion of the Northwest Housing Preservation Ordinance—a game-changing policy that could reshape our community's future.

The controversial ordinance is already reshaping neighborhoods like Logan Square, Hermosa, Avondale, East and West Humboldt Park, and Pilsen. But here's the kicker - numerous Aldermen have publicly thrown their support behind bringing this measure to their own districts. The domino effect has begun, and before you know it, this game-changing ordinance could land right on your doorstep!

To navigate the maze of these game-changing developments, we've secured legal powerhouse James Erwin of Erwin Law, LLC—our trusted legal expert who will decode every critical detail of the Ordinance. Don't miss this essential briefing that ensures you'll stay ahead of the curve!

Doors open at 6:30 pm for networking. The discussion panel starts at 7 pm.

📍 : 2211 N. Milwaukee Ave. #100, Chicago, IL 60647

Drinks will be available for attendees to purchase. Food can be purchased next door at Beautiful Rind. Paper Plane Pizza will be closed.

Real estate doesn't have to be scary! We want to remove the fear of investing and leave you with the tools and knowledge to leverage your assets and scale up. Sarita has helped numerous house hackers and investors purchase investment properties in Illinois. The one thing that will inevitably come up with every buyer is nerves. There is a lot of uncertainty in investing. The endless hypotheticals will give you analysis paralysis. Unless, you know how to navigate the market, properties, and the transaction. By attending our meetup, you will learn how to make more educated decisions and let go of your nerves. 

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@Tj Floros

Thanks for the shout out @Daniel Baker! Nathan- I sent you a DM!