Episode 462: Back Of The Yards Community with Ignacio Gonzalez

Episode 462: Back Of The Yards Community with Ignacio Gonzalez

July 2, 2026 · 48 min · Episode 462

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Ignacio Gonzalez discusses his community development efforts and campaign for the Chicago School Board.

Ignacio Gonzalez returns to discuss his Back of the Yards Coffee Shop development and his campaign for Chicago School Board! Ignacio jumps right in by sharing rent growth and property appreciation trends in the Back of the Yards neighborhood. He explains the struggles and lessons learned in completing the development of Dream Catcher Cafe. Ignacio talks about the impact of ICE raids in the neighborhood and the importance of contributing to community development and unity. He closes by explaining his motivation behind running for the Chicago Board of Education and shares how he would continue to positively impact the community if elected! If you enjoy today's episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! ============= C onnect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Properties for Sale on the North Side? We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your…

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