People, Not Titles

Vincent Auricchio is the managing partner of Auricchio Law Offices. He has been practicing as an attorney for several years, and considers it not only his career, but his vocation. As a committed Christian, he brings his values both to the closing table as well as to the courtroom. This includes honesty, integrity, and a passion for helping his clients to the best of his ability.

In 2012, Vincent Auricchio was selected as a National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 as a personal injury litigator. This honor is by invitation only and is extended exclusively to those individuals who exemplify superior qualifications, trial results, and leadership as a young lawyer. In years past, Mr. Auricchio was selected as an “Outstanding Young Attorney” and “Top Young Attorney in Illinois” in the fields of real estate law and business litigation (2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011). More recently, Mr. Auricchio was appointed as a member of the National Association of Distinguished Counsel (Top One Percent) for 2015 and 2017.

00:00 Introduction

01:41 The state of Chicago real estate

02:50 The changing landscape of commercial real estate

04:10 The ripple effect of the work-from-home trend

06:31 Impact on workers and opportunities for agents

16:05 Creative solutions and suburban vs. urban differences

18:07 Nuances of commercial real estate deals

23:32 Elements of the Contract

24:52 Due Diligence Period

26:19 Role of Commercial Real Estate Agents

29:19 Title Insurance and Surveys

34:34 Zoning and Usage Rules

38:02 Insurance and Damage Considerations

42:24 Legal Fees and Contract Extensions

44:48 The escrow negotiation

45:00 Seller and buyer reactions

49:23 Confidentiality clauses in real estate

52:51 Litigation in real estate

56:40 Personal touch in legal services & Wrap up

Matt Lombardi and Steve Kaempf talk about Real Estate Market Trends for April 2024

00:00 - Introduction

01:57 - The commission settlement lawsuit

05:06 - Impact of professionalism

11:11 - Mortgage rate fluctuations

17:12 - Listing inventory and market trends

21:50 - Proposed waiver of title insurance requirement

24:21 Real Estate Trends in Chicago

28:13 T3 Summit and AI in Real Estate

35:08 Real Estate Market Statistics

37:01 Chicago Bears Draft

40:03 Upcoming Events and Podcasts

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Matthias Smith talks about his career journey and his launching of Pioneer Capital. www.pioneercapitaladvisory.com 00:00 Introduction 01:22 The bank teller to entrepreneur journey 02:27 Entrepreneurial spark 04:06 Entering the SBA space 06:06 Learning the SBA process 16:42 Personal development and side projects 18:44 The birth of Pioneer Capital 22:33 Challenges at the bank 24:31 The decision to become entrepreneurial 25:35 Forming Pioneer Capital Advisory 27:58 Starting a business and family support 30:26 Challenges and perseverance 32:30 Specializing in business acquisitions 33:17 Personal brand and vision for the firm People, Not Titles podcast is hosted by Steve Kaempf and is dedicated to lifting up professionals in the real estate and business community. Our inspiration is to highlight success principles of our colleagues. Our Success Series covers principles of success to help your thrive! IG - https://www.instagram.com/peoplenotti... FB - https://www.facebook.com/peoplenottitles Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjkaempf Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1uu5kTv...

https://www.ah-lawyers.com/aboutPeter is a partner at Angelina and Herrick PC00:00 Introduction00:26 The journey to becoming a lawyer01:00 Deciding on a career path03:52 Struggles in law school 05:18 Career aspirations and initial experiences 08:40 Passing the bar exam 16:51 Job search and imposter syndrome18:11 Doubts and perseverance 19:02 The humbling experience 20:19 Competitive spirit and work ethic 22:23 Interview and first impressions (00:22:23) 25:02 Mentorship and learning experience 26:18 Family-oriented law firm27:37 Becoming independent 34:44 Attorney-client communication36:46 Changes in the real estate industry38:44 Maintaining the human element 39:55 Professional Development40:32 Inspiration and Enthusiasm 44:23 Family and Routines 46:18 Recreation and Passion47:42 Closing Remarks and Sponsorship People, Not Titles podcast is hosted by Steve Kaempf and is dedicated to lifting up professionals in the real estate and business community. Our inspiration is to highlight success principles of our colleagues. Our Success Series covers principles of success to help your thrive! IG - https://www.instagram.com/peoplenotti... FB - https://www.facebook.com/peoplenottitles Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjkaempf Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1uu5kTv...

00:00 The introduction 02:17 Discussion on the real estate market and news 03:14 Background and experience in the real estate industry 04:24 Impact of the recent NAR settlement 04:59 Overview of the National Association of Realtors 09:35 Details of the NAR settlement 10:26 Discussion on the impact of the NAR settlement 13:48 Potential changes in the real estate industry 18:22 Discussion on professionalism in the industry 20:42 Proposal to waive title insurance fees 23:13 Title Insurance and Election Year Proposals 25:32 Mortgage Rates and Fed's Decision 27:38 Tight Inventory and Refinancing Impact 35:05 Commercial Real Estate Challenges and Transformations 40:15 Sports Predictions and Newsletter Sign-Up 45:22 Wrap-Up and Closing Remarks People, Not Titles podcast is hosted by Steve Kaempf and is dedicated to lifting up professionals in the real estate and business community. Our inspiration is to highlight success principles of our colleagues. Our Success Series covers principles of success to help your thrive! IG - https://www.instagram.com/peoplenotti... FB - https://www.facebook.com/peoplenottitles Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjkaempf Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1uu5kTv...

Hunter Durham is Chief of Staff at Homeowner.com Hunter speaks of his Entrepreneurial journey, his work at Facebook, his experience with SBA loans and navigating Bankruptcy.

00:00 Intro

01:19 Hunter's Career Journey

03:32 Starting an Agency

05:08 Challenges of Acquiring Businesses

10:59 Operational Challenges

18:25 Lessons Learned

21:05 The struggle of bankruptcy.

23:16 The dark night of the soul

27:55 Finding faith and reliance

30:53 Moving to Puerto Rico

35:16 Vision for homeowner.com

37:03 Partnering with homeowner.com

38:05 Support for struggling individuals

39:22 Lessons from bankruptcy

https://twitter.com/huntercdurham People, Not Titles podcast is hosted by Steve Kaempf and is dedicated to lifting up professionals in the real estate and business community. Our inspiration is to highlight success principles of our colleagues. Our Success Series covers principles of success to help your thrive! IG - https://www.instagram.com/peoplenotti... FB - https://www.facebook.com/peoplenottitles Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjkaempf Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1uu5kTv...

https://www.ccpchicago.com/marccervantes

Marc Cervantes is a shareholder at Cervantes Chatt & Prince P.C.

00:00 - Introduction

00:59 Update on Firm's Growth

02:12 Complementing Practice with Litigation

03:56 Estate Planning

05:53 Co-ops and Commercial Real Estate

17:28 Commercial Expertise

22:38 The 1031 Exchange Process

23:55 Negotiations and Due Diligence

25:30 Expertise in Commercial Transactions

25:58 Special Considerations in Multifamily Transactions 29:11 Zoning and Land Use Considerations

30:59 Challenges in Commercial Transactions

33:29 Future Growth and Marketing

35:18 Philanthropic Work and Community Engagement

38:38 Personal Values and Abundance Mentality

People, Not Titles podcast is hosted by Steve Kaempf and is dedicated to lifting up professionals in the real estate and business community. Our inspiration is to highlight success principles of our colleagues. Our Success Series covers principles of success to help your thrive! IG - https://www.instagram.com/peoplenotti... FB - https://www.facebook.com/peoplenottitles Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjkaempf Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1uu5kTv...

Steve Kaempf talks about living your authentic life

People, Not Titles podcast is hosted by Steve Kaempf and is dedicated to lifting up professionals in the real estate and business community. Our inspiration is to highlight success principles of our colleagues. Our Success Series covers principles of success to help your thrive! IG - /peoplenotti.. FB - /peoplenottitles Twitter - /sjkaempf Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1uu5kTv...Transcript

Andrew Strohm is CEO and Sales Coach for Low Friction Sales

Andy talks about his sales journey and his coaching expertise.

www.lowfrictionsales.com

00:00 Introduction

01:22 The journey into sales coaching

03:23 Unique perspective on sales

06:49 Authenticity in sales

08:41 Transition to consulting

13:27 Challenges in building a business

18:19 Insights from diverse industries

21:30 Ethical business practices

20:30 Future outlook

22:37 Balancing Work and Life

23:29 Efficiency and Time Management

24:38 Using Analytics in Sales

26:40 Testing to Succeed

People, Not Titles podcast is hosted by Steve Kaempf and is dedicated to lifting up professionals in the real estate and business community. Our inspiration is to highlight success principles of our colleagues. Our Success Series covers principles of success to help your thrive! IG - https://www.instagram.com/peoplenotti... FB - https://www.facebook.com/peoplenottitles Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjkaempf Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1uu5kTv...

Mike Mazek is the founder of Mazek Law Group.

He makes our second appearance on the podcast.Michael Mazek's journey into the legal realm began with a vision to redefine legal representation. Drawing from years of experience and an innate understanding of the intricate legal landscape, he embarked on a mission to create a law firm that not only excelled in its field but also prioritized client-centric solutions. With a focus on aggressive advocacy and affordability, Mazek Law Group has continually evolved to meet the dynamic needs of our diverse clientele.

00:00 Intro

00:50 The soccer game update

02:50 Assessment process and unique trends

09:04 Impact on buyers and potential risks

15:24 Strategies for handling assessed value changes

19:54 Appealing taxes and preparing sellers

21:07 Property Tax Assessment and Appeal

23:04 Real Estate Transactional Firm

24:52 Association Disputes and Maintenance

26:32 Estate Planning and Trusts

28:15 Property Tax Appeal Process

30:16 Importance of Attorney Selection 31:11 Collaboration with Real Estate Agents

32:50 White Sox Baseball and Real Estate Speculation

35:44 Podcast Conclusion and Sponsorship & Conclusion

People, Not Titles podcast is hosted by Steve Kaempf and is dedicated to lifting up professionals in the real estate and business community. Our inspiration is to highlight success principles of our colleagues. Our Success Series covers principles of success to help your thrive! IG - https://www.instagram.com/peoplenotti... FB - https://www.facebook.com/peoplenottitles Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjkaempf Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1uu5kTv...