Episode 80: Real Estate Investing 101 in Naperville with Josh Mitchell

From the downtown riverwalk, to larger lots and Suburban living, Naperville is a diverse market drenched with opportunity. Today's guest, Josh Mitchell, has carved out his niche as the go to guy in the area, acting as both an investor and a broker for Re/Max in Naperville. In this episode, Josh answers some FAQs for people thinking about going down a similar career trajectory and explains the nuances involved within the Naperville sub markets. If you like what you hear today, please give us a 5 star review and share us with a friend! Like what you hear? Please leave us a review and share with someone who may be interested in investing in Chicago! Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: [email protected] Guest: Josh Mitchell from Re/Max Sponsor: Appeal.tax   Sponsor: Chicago REIA Link: Think and Grow Rich: The Landmark Bestseller Now Revised and Updated for the 21st Century (Think and Grow Rich Series) Link: Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! ----------------- Guest Questions Guest introduction 5:40 Why did you get your real estate license? 6:50 What should you consider when choosing where to hold your license? 7:45 When did you get your real estate license? 8:45 Naperville housing stock? 10:00 Naperville area dividing lines? 13:00 Benefits and downsides to condo and townhome investing? 14:00 Rental rates in the Naperville area? 18:45 How do you find properties in this area? 24:30 What are some areas around Naperville that you also see opportunity? 26:45 What are the last effects of Covid from Naperville? 28:30 Wrap Up Questions What is your competitive advantage? 30:15 Advice for a new investor? 30:45 What do you do for fun? 31:20 Self development tools you'd recommend? 31:30 Network recommendation? 32:10 How can we learn more about you? 32:50 Thanks for tuning into our show! If you want to make the most of your investment, connect with us at https://www.gcrealtyinc.com/. ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2021.