What do you do when you’re building a real estate business in a city where most people rent—and might be gone in a year? This week, Pat and Andres bring in Chicago-based agent Alex Dalia to talk about the unique challenges and opportunities of serving renters in a transient market.
Hot Finds – [00:16:43]
Andres: Motorcycle safety gear that sounds like it was designed by NASA
Pat: Revivalist Gin from a Michigan farm-to-bottle distillery
RIP from the Headlines – [00:25:17]
Compass vs. Zillow: A courtroom showdown over listings and policy
Construction Trends: Why builders are turning away from single-family homes
Short-Term Rentals: Are local bans reshaping the Airbnb landscape?
Main Topic – [00:42:18]
🏙️ Being a Renter-Focused Agent in a City Like Chicago
Why agents can’t treat rentals like one-off deals
How to build loyalty with clients who might be gone in a year
Alex shares the emotional and strategic balance it takes to win in a transient market
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