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Episode 293: Help! Firefighters, City Inspectors, and Police Officers Are All at My Building With Anthony Rodriguez From Drexel Properties

Anthony Rodriguez is an experienced Chicago Property Manager who manages over 300 units for Drexel Properties!

Anthony starts by discussing his previous experience in other industries and how those skills have translated into his real estate career. Then, Tom and Anthony retell the story of how their team managed a boiler explosion in a multifamily building. They break down how they notified the City and other stakeholders, relocated tenants, coordinated the boiler repair and City Inspections, and finally returned tenants back to the building! This episode is full of great insights on how to correctly handle building emergencies and the importance of having a network to manage these unfortunate incidents!

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02:10 Housing Provider Tip - Ensure you have contacts for special equipment repairs!

03:54 Intro to our guest, Anthony Rodriguez!

05:57 Anthony’s start with Drexel Properties!

10:08 The Boiler Blowup Story!

24:06 Relocating tenants during an emergency.

30:26 Other damages caused by the incident.

36:46 Tenants return to the building.

39:02 Could the incident have been prevented with additional due diligence?

48:12 What is your competitive advantage?

48:37 One piece of advice for new investors.

48:57 What do you do for fun?

49:19 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend? 

49:47 Local Network Recommendation?

50:14 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: Anthony Rodriguez

Guest Company: Drexel Properties

Guest Link: Drexel Properties

Other Links for show notes:

SUCI Ep 154 - Jeff Weinberg

Show Sponsors:

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