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Got To Be Real PodcastSpecial Edition: Got To Be Real Podcast. 2021 Trends, One-Year Post Covid.One year after Covid, how is the Chicago real estate market performing? Has Covid changed what homeowners are searching for (i.e. more outdoor space, separate living and dining rooms)? Steve Abrams, Nathan Cowan and Jesse Trevino catch up on this special extended edition of the Got To Be Real Podcast.2021-03-1636 min
Got To Be Real PodcastS2 Episode 3: Urban Farming in Chicago. Wait, pickles are actually cucumbers?!Jesse discovers that pickles are actually cucumbers (no joke). And the hosts chat about urban farming trends in Chicago.2019-10-2412 min
Got To Be Real PodcastS2 Episode 2: What is an iBuyer and is it right for me?What are the pros and cons of utilizing an iBuyer model when selling your home?2019-10-0913 min
Got To Be Real PodcastS2 Episode 1: We're back! Vibes in the market, summer recap, and more.Season 2 is officially up and running! Steve, Nathan and Jesse recap their summers and discuss the current real estate market.2019-09-2418 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 23: What do you do in a real estate market that is normalizing?What type of real estate market are we currently experiencing? And what does a "normal" market look like? The hosts review the ins and outs of selling and buying within this new market.2018-12-1822 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 22: Fireside Chat With Nathan CowanOur "fireside chat" series continues with Nathan Cowan. Steve Abrams interviews Nathan about his prior careers in the restaurant industry, his love for wine, and his passion for real estate.2018-12-1020 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 21: Fireside Chat With Jesse TrevinoSteve interviews Jesse about his life in Chicago, why he choose a career in real estate, and his affinity for sneakers and musicals.2018-12-0419 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 20: Amazon H2, Rent ControlAmazon has decided to pass on Chicago (is anyone surprised?). And Illinois has just elected a new governor; what does that mean on the subject of rent control? Where do you stand on this highly debated issue?2018-11-2618 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 19: Over-eating season, Sommelier drama, 5 Rabbit Brewery DocumentaryWelcome to our Thanksgiving-week episode! We take a look back at the recent drama surrounding the Court of Masters Sommelier examine. We also revisit the recent documentary release of "F*** Your Hair - a story about Chicago craft brewery - 5 Rabbit Cerveceria - taking a stance against Trump International Hotel.2018-11-2018 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 18: Fireside Chat with Steve AbramsWe are excited to launch a series of "fireside chat" episodes. To kick things off, here is everything you ever wanted to learn about Steve Abrams. Learn how Steve has, and continues to be, one of Chicago's hardest working talents and brightest realtors.2018-11-1300 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 17: NewCity magazine, "Best Of" Chicago, and our fave Fall-time cocktail bars.The hosts highlight the latest edition of New City magazine, review some of Chicago's "best of" and make suggestions on the city's best spots for Fall-time cocktails.2018-11-0619 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 16: West Loop hotels, night life & restaurantsNathan leads a recap of the West Loop neighborhood's newest restaurants, night life, hotels and developments.2018-10-1616 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 15: The Fall season is upon us; how do you buy/sell during the Fall season?The Fall season is a great time of year in Chicago. Should you consider buying or selling during this time of year? And, if you are looking to sell, how do you prepare your home so that it presents in its best light? The cohosts provide insights to the Fall season real estate market.2018-10-0919 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 14: Ever wanted to invest in real estate development? Here's what you need to know.Have you ever wanted to invest in real estate development? What does an investment group entail? Steven Powers, long-time real estate expert and top-producing agent shares his insights and pointers on what you need to know.2018-10-0123 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 13: Rental Trends among Gen Z and MillennialsIs there a generational preference to rent versus buy? The cohosts answer listener questions and explore the trend of rental communities growing in popularity throughout the city.2018-09-2416 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 12: Tractors, Palm Springs, and Building Relationships with ClientsNathan recaps his amazing visit to Central Illinois for his family's tractors auction. And Steve gives us a rundown of his upcoming speaking engagement in Palm Springs for the annual National Association of Gay and Lesbian Real Estate Professionals.2018-09-1714 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 11: Virtual Open Houses - Buying And Selling Via 3D Tours And "Live" VideoThe co-hosts discuss the future of home buying and selling via 3D tours and real-time video.2018-09-1116 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 10: Public Art DisplaysThe co-hosts share their favorite public art displays in Chicago. And, Jesse talks about his training runs along Lake Michigan.2018-09-0516 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 9: What is Lincoln Yards and what can we expect?Nathan leads a discussion about one of Chicago's most anticipated newest developments, Lincoln Yards.2018-08-2913 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 8: Historic Uptown Theatre coming back to lifeEpisode 8: Historic Uptown Theatre coming back to life by gottoberealpodcast2018-08-2115 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 7: Pride Month and the Unprotected Classes of the Fair Housing ActThe cohosts discuss Pride Month festivities and dive into the federally mandated Fair Housing Act (and the unprotected classes).2018-08-1415 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 6: Death And Taxes. Assessment year is upon us. What does that mean for you?Nathan and the cohosts breakdown the fundamentals of property taxes.2018-08-0617 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 5: Pilsen ranked top "coolest" neighborhood; Housing struggles for current residentsHow does a neighborhood retain its identity while allow itself to grow? With the recent announcement of the Pilsen neighborhood as one of the "coolest neighborhoods in the world, the cohosts discuss the housing realities that long-time Pilsen residents currently face.2018-07-3015 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 4: South Loop's membership club, FBRK, coming soon!Two retired Chicago Bear players lead effort to bring Soho-style membership club to South Loop.2018-07-2315 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 3: Navy Pier and "Lettin' the Good Times Float"Steve Abrams shares an update on the goings on at Navy Pier and highlights upcoming events.2018-07-1613 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 2: Elon Musk's Boring Company and the future of Chicago commutersThe team discusses the recent announcement of Elon Musk's Boring Company plan, along with the city of Chicago, to build an elaborate commuting option to/from O'Hare International Airport and downtown Chicago.2018-07-1313 min
Got To Be Real PodcastEpisode 1: Introduction with Co-hostsWELCOME in the Got to Be Real Podcast! Introduction show with co-hosts Steve Abrams, Nathan Cowan and Jesse Trevino.2018-07-0911 min