As the trusted real estate advisor for my clients since 1999, I understand that selling and/or buying a home is complex and deeply personal. There is also a lot of stake financially and personally. I truly understand the importance of listening, relating to my clients, communicating, being patient, problem-solving, and helping clients work toward their goals. In real estate, this is vital to buying, selling, and managing the entire transaction along the way. As a seller's agent, I specialize in the strategic planning and research of selling your home in the shortest amount of time, yet for the most amount of money. I educate sellers on the selling process, their immediate market area, the importance of our relationship, and being a "TEAM" throughout the listing process. I consult on the staging of the home, the importance of pricing for the current market, and marketing homes through many different venues to sell. I negotiate the sale of the home on behalf of the sellers and follow it through until the successful closing. As a buying agent, I educate my clients on the home buying process and listen attentively to their needs, wants, goals, and time frame. Then research those needs, show homes, and negotiate the sale of the home on the buyers' behalf, following through for a successful close! - Real Estate Service Since 1999 - Managing Broker Since 2005 - 2014 Property Management Training by CIC - 2013 ARM Site Management Course by Institute of RE Management - 2012 Certified Investor Agent Specialist (CIAS) - 2011 Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) - 2010 Short Sales & Foreclosure Resource Certification (SFR) by NAR - 2009 Lions Gate Financial Network REO & BPO Certifications - 2005 Licensed Real Estate Broker - IL Lic No. 471.003039 - 1999 Licensed Real Estate Salesperson (IL) - 1998 FHA Processing & Underwriting Certification by Diehl Associates - 1997 Residential Lending School by IAMB and NAMB - 1997 Norwestern Business College - Business Administration