Builders Center of Chicago: Advantage Newsletter August, 2008 / Issue 4

ALDERMAN PREKWINKLE VISITS BCC

On July 22nd, the Builders Center of Chicago had the pleasure of welcoming Chicago’s 4th ward Alderman Toni Preckwinkle, her staff and other community leaders to our north side office for a mid day meeting. After a tour of our office and some brief introductions, the group gathered in the Builder’s Showroom where Alderman Preckwinkle and her guests were introduced more formally to the members of the Builders Center team. Many topics were covered throughout the course of the afternoon. One topic in particular, BCC’s Rent to Own program, took center stage. For almost 20 years Alderman Preckwinkle has been serving Chicago’s 4th ward. In addition to numerous other accomplishments, she is well noted as being a leading advocate for fair housing in Chicago’s communities.
DID YOU KNOW?

Did you know that Anatoly Zarkhin has been in the development business for over 19 years? If you weren't aware, you can certainly tell from the quality and pride he has brought to every project he has had a hand in developing. 2009 will be a celebratory year for Anatoly; it will mark the 20th anniversary of his start in the industry and there will without a doubt, be many special surprises to come.

If you or someone you know has a story or experience to share about your time with Mr. Zarkhin and/or his developments, please let Brian Niksa know about it as we would like to compile and share some stories for the anniversary celebration.

MEREDITH'S MORTGAGE MESSAGE

There is an affordable housing program available exclusively for teachers, public safety workers, health care workers and military personnel. This program is directed toward a large community of potential home buyers with good credit and special circumstances that may have prevented them from qualifying for a mortgage in the past.

These circumstances may include little or no money for a down payment, high debt to income ratios, low to moderate income, lack of credit or income that is difficult to verify. This program offers amenities normally not allowed with standard loan programs such as alternative credit history, cash on hand, boarder income, secondary stated income and non-occupant co-signer.

Contact Meredith for more details.

BCC SPOTLIGHT: Atelier’7 Architects

Alexander Polichuk, A.I.A started his architectural company, Atelier’7 Architects in 1995. Since that time his company has functioned as one of the ‘go to’ teams for the BCC’s long list of architectural development needs.

Atelier’7 Architects specializes in all areas of architecture, including environmentally friendly design. The company has a rich background, with each of their designs reflecting the international experience of its founder. This experience is evident in the numerous architectural awards the firm has received over the years in Chicago for their superb design and innovation. These award winning company characteristics are visible in each one of the BCC’s developments designed by Atelier’7.

To see more of their work, please visit them online at http://www.atelier7architects.com/, or simply visit any of the signature BCC developments, almost all of which have been designed by the team at Atelier’7.

BCC’s soon to be opening, flagship south side office location will be anchored inside Atleier’7’s most recent vision to come to life - BCC’s newest development at 4234 S. Ellis

BCC PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT: 4234 S. Ellis

If you have been near the intersection of 43nd and Ellis lately you will undoubtedly notice that the North West corner there has been making notable progress over the last few months. Most noticeably in the last few weeks as the BCC is working to finalize the remaining touches on its most recent development there.

The development at 4234 S. Ellis will not only serve as home to the Builders Center of Chicago South Side Offices on the building’s main floor, it will also serve as home to nine new condominium constructed units located on the buildings top floors as well. Highlights of the development include attached parking garage, in building elevator service to all floors, as well as unique BCC custom layouts and finishes. Pre-construction sales are already under way. A model unit in the development and the BCC south side office are both scheduled to finish later this summer.

Please visit 4234 S. Ellis Page for more information on the development or contact Bertina Power at 773-751-5588 for more details. When you call make sure you ask about our “phase two” development plans for the lots surrounding the current 43rd and Ellis development.
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