The REKAP Room
Welcome to REKAP Room — where ownership becomes a strategy, not a dream.
Hosted by Michael Kaplan of The REKAP Group, this podcast dives into the intersection of Chicago real estate, investing, and personal growth. From renter-to-owner blueprints to breaking down million-dollar deals, each episode is designed to help you think bigger and move smarter.
This isn’t just about buying property.
It’s about building equity, leverage, and optionality.
Pull up a seat.
Podcasting since 2024 • 42 episodes
The REKAP Room
Latest Episodes
REKAP Room | Ep. 40 - How to Buy a Condo in Chicago in 2026
Chicago has long been recognized as one of the greatest cities in the world a global hub for culture, architecture, business, and opportunity. But over the past few years, the city hasn’t been immune to economic headwinds, and the real estate m...
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REKAP Room | EP. 39 - How Realtors Actually Win On Social Media @modernchicagohomes
Michael sits down with one of Chicago’s top real estate agents, Vik Wadhwa, to break down how he’s leveraged social media to build a powerful personal brand and generate consistent leads. With years of experience in the industry, Vik shares how...
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REKAP Room | EP. 38 - Debt Is The Deal: Inside Commercial Mortgage Brokering
Michael sits down with the next generation of commercial real estate brokers to break down today’s market, discuss what they’re seeing on the ground, and share insights on where the commercial sector is headed in the months and years ahead.
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REKAP Room | Ep. 37 - The Future Of Real Estate
Michael sits down with the next generation shaping the future of Chicago real estate. Christian, Julian, and Michael share how they each got their start, what they’re building today, and the unique perspectives they bring to the industry. From ...
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REKAP Room | Ep. 36 - Stop Listening to Bad Real Estate Advice! A Conversation with Top Producer and Mortgage Coach Tim Brigham
Tim Brigham, a top-producing mortgage lender and respected coach, joins the REKAP Room to share his decades of experience in the lending world. In this episode, Tim breaks down what today’s buyers and agents need to understand about financing, ...
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