Episode 400: The Proven Way To Break Down Chicago Real Estate Investing with Kevin Rocio

Kevin Rocio, founder of ROC Advisory Group, is an award winning commercial real estate broker, mentor, and investor. Kevin shares how he built a business and sphere of influence in the mortgage lending industry. He discusses his start in commercial real estate and gets granular on various valuation metrics. Kevin talks about the rapid growth of his business during and after the pandemic. He closes with explaining the importance of building a great reputation to set yourself up for success in this relationship-based business! If you enjoy today's episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: [email protected] Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: [email protected] Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Guest: Kevin Rocio, ROC Advisory Group Link: Kevin Rocio's Instagram Link: Crain's Chicago Business Link: SUCI Ep 296 - Moses Hall Link: Mike Levin (Network Referral) Guest Questions 04:09 Housing Provider Tip - Let insurance representatives know about property improvements to reduce your premium! 05:50 Intro to our guest, Kevin Rocio! 14:45 Transitioning out of mortgage lending after 17 years. 20:46 Starting in real estate brokerage in 2009. 33:16 Utilizing GRM for valuations. 34:51 Kevin's business through and post COVID. 48:31 How to find a mentor! 52:32 Importance of marketing and building a reputation. 55:05 What is your competitive advantage? 55:32 One piece of advice for new investors. 56:08 What do you do for fun? 56:50 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  58:18 Local Network Recommendation?  59:09 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2025.