Video: Andrew Dorazio discusses the framework for purchasing multifamily and investment properties in Chicago’s volatile 2025 market

BCG Managing Partner and Dorazio Real Estate Team Lead Andrew Dorazio reflects on his path from buying his first property at 22 in El Paso to assembling a 120+ unit portfolio across Chicago. With insights shaped by nearly 20 years in the game, Andrew opens up about the realities behind the growth, such as budget overruns, tough lessons, and the calculated moves that led to long-term wins.

He shares how he identified opportunity in areas like West Town, Ukrainian Village, and Pilsen, and emphasizes the real drivers of progress: building the right team, gaining off-market deal flow, and prioritizing steady, sustainable expansion over hype or market timing. Whether you're starting from scratch or scaling your existing holdings, this is a practical take on what it really takes to succeed in multifamily real estate in Chicago.