From city lofts to lake houses, Laura is your trusted real estate advisor specializing in Chicago, SW Michigan, and NW Indiana waterfront properties. As one of the principal founding agents of Compass Michigan, she has established herself as an industry expert in lakefront homes, expanding her areas of specialty to SW Michigan and NW Indiana. Laura started her journey with Compass in Chicago as a founding team member. Joining her cousins, who are founding members of Compass Chicago, is a significant milestone for Laura, representing years of education, growth, and experience. Laura and her team go beyond being mere facilitators of real estate transactions; they guide people through the delicate adventure of leaving one home and transitioning to the next.With designations as a Resort & Second Home Specialist, Real Estate Negotiation Specialist, Certified Property Manager, and Pricing Strategy Advisor, Laura brings a wealth of expertise to the table. Her clients benefit from her passion, transparency, expert negotiations, and the ability to keep deals on track, all while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor.Laura's extensive referral network across the country is driven by her experience and connection to the Great Lakes community, making her uniquely skilled in helping clients achieve their real estate goals. Her decade-long experience in sales, coupled with her degree in Organizational Management and Change Leadership, equips her with outstanding professional skills when working with buyers, sellers, and investors.Growing up in Homewood-Flossmoor, IL, and Sister Lakes, MI, Laura's Chicago roots have given her an innate understanding of the ever-evolving neighborhoods and developmental trends in the area. Living her lifelong dream of a balanced city and lake life, Laura currently calls both SW Michigan and Lincoln Park, Chicago home, where she resides with her fiance and her 200+ pound English Mastiff, Annie, who serves as her Diabetic Service dog. As an avid animal lover, Laura takes pride in being a pet-friendly agent, uniquely attuned to the need for creative solutions for large dogs in both urban and lakeside settings. When she's not busy with real estate, Laura indulges her passion for houseplants and her lakeside garden, eagerly sharing her love for her jungle. Don't hesitate to ask Laura about her flourishing green sanctuary!For expert guidance in lakefront real estate and a personalized approach, Laura is your go-to neighbor and trusted advisor.Top Producing Team 2023 | Award Winning Team 2023 | Chicago Agent Who's Who 2023 | SW Michigan + NW Indiana Who's Who 2024olivewell.com