The discussion involves a walkthrough of a construction site. John notes several issues with the existing structure that need to be addressed, such as fixing windows, refinishing floors, and installing new flooring in the garage area. He points out specific details like the window trim color and the old elevator shaft. John also recommends a nearby coffee shop for grabbing coffee before continuing the walkthrough. The plan is to provide an overview of the site layout first before proceeding with a more detailed inspection.

In the meeting, Quality shares updates and engages with attendees joining from various Chicago neighborhoods. Fridman, a top property manager, also joins. Quality mentions personal goals for the new year, including intermittent fasting, improving hygiene, and focusing on mobility through stretching. Quality encourages others to share their New Year's resolutions as well.

In the meeting, Jonathan Klem, the founder of Quality Builders, discussed the company's focus on leveraging technology to create estimates quicker and provide data to homeowners and investors. He also highlighted the company's goal of sharing lessons learned from their projects to benefit others. Jonathan introduced the company's software, which is used to manage client projects, including a feature for setting up a clear contract price, change orders, selections, and a weekly report on project progress. He also mentioned the company's commitment to giving back to the local community, specifically through the Boys and Girls Club of True Value. Lastly, Jonathan provided a sneak peek of the project in Elgin, Illinois, which is a northwest suburb of Chicago.

In the meeting, Quality discussed the upcoming renovation project of a warehouse building into a loft of five new units. The project is set to start in the next week, with the demo permit received on Friday. The units are laid out in a unique manner, with some stacked directly on top of each other and others on the north side of the building. Quality also mentioned that the project is being funded by hard money through Or Nove Financial, a company he has worked with before. Dev, who was outside the building, was introduced to the attendees.

Dev and Quality discussed the renovation plans for a property, focusing on the unique features of the property, such as the oldest elevator shaft in the Elgin area. They detailed the process of disassembling and removing the existing elevator shaft, and the need to build new stairs. They also mentioned the restoration of the property's exterior, including brickwork, windows, and hardwood flooring, to maintain its original glory. The property will be electric, with all appliances including the oven being electric. The team also discussed the need for historical tax credits and the process of submitting plans to the city for review.

Quality discussed a large project involving a historic building complex with a budget of over $800,000. The building will be rented out, with three other buildings in the complex also owned by the client. The project will involve wood framing, with the bulk of the framing being for the stairwell and walls of bedrooms and bathrooms. A water sprinkler system will be installed in the building. The layout of the units was explained, with the entrance to Unit 200 being on the southeast corner and the entrance to Unit 201 being on the southeast corner as well. The existing stairs will be removed, and the existing roof rafters will be reused. The project has faced several challenges due to the historic nature of the building and the need to adhere to city regulations.

In the meeting, Quality and Dev discussed the layout and construction plans for a unit above a garage. They mentioned that the unit would be electric and have mini splits for heating. The unit, which is one bedroom and one bathroom, is approximately 1000 square feet. Quality explained that the entrance to the unit is in the corner, with the kitchen to the left and the bedroom to the right. They also discussed the need to sister the roof to provide additional strength. Dev guided the team through the unit, pointing out the new staircase, new windows, and the bathroom and kitchen areas. They also discussed the garage and the plans to remove the existing staircase and replace it with a new one.

Quality discussed the progress of a complex demo project, emphasizing the importance of safety and the need to dismantle the existing elevator shaft properly. The project involves converting a loft building into rental units, with a goal to complete it within 9 months. Quality also mentioned the need to clean up exterior tuck pointing and restore windows to their original state. The project's timeline was discussed, with a target completion date of September 2025. Quality also shared plans of the exterior and the location of the water main for the fire suppression system. The team is planning to finish all units before leasing them out.