The crime rate in Chicago remains high this year as well and many people across the city have become increasingly worried about their safety. Landlords who own properties where tenants live are even more concerned since they are responsible for the safety of their tenants as well.

One very effective deterrent to crimes both inside and outside of a property is hiring a private security service.

This episode focuses on property security and introduces us to Wade Ingram, the owner of Ingram Security, a premier security company in Chicago, dedicated to serving the safety needs of the community. View our YouTube show that delves deep into the following aspects:

Introduction to Wade Ingram and his security company, Ingram Security.

Why is security needed for buildings and construction sites?
What process do security companies follow when they notice criminal activities on or near the site?
Why do occupied properties need private security?
What is a nuisance ordinance and what does it cover?
What kind of surveillance systems do multi-unit buildings have?
What is Chicago’s security camera rebate program?
Why is a security personnel more of a deterrent than a camera?
How can private security help landlords in the aftermath of an incident?
Can security guards also serve as process servers for evictions?
Does HUD set aside a certain level of money for hiring private security?
Are the rules for hiring private security different for market renters and public housing?
What are some steps that a building owner can take to stay in a good relationship with law enforcement?
Is the Neighborhood Watch program still effective?
What should you look for when hiring a security team?

Speakers
Denise Katerabik, your host for Profit Knocks
George Vega, the Chief Operating Officer at Inter Properties, real estate developer, investor, and the founder of a property investment and home buying company, Rapid Offer.

Wade Ingram,  owner of Ingram Security with 40 years of experience in law enforcement. He received training from the Northwestern University Center for Public Safety and the FBI Academy Law Enforcement Executive Development Program. He also holds a B.A. and M.A. degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Illinois and a Masters in Public Administration from Roosevelt University.

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Resources from this Episode

• Profit Knocks on YouTube
• Inter Properties