A Chicago native and graduate of Northeastern University, he received a BA in Education and History. Prior to entering the real estate world Matt was a high school teacher on Chicago's Southside where he taught in some of Chicago's most challenging neighborhoods mentoring low-income students. In addition to his teaching career Matt has owned several businesses and has coached baseball collegiately at the University of Illinois (Chicago). Many of his former players have gone on to play professional baseball.An entrepreneurial spirit and deep, inherent sense of service attracted him to real estate. It's this servant's heart combined with work-ethic, that make him the ideal agent for buyers and sellers alike. His philosophy has and will always be client centered. This desire to serve clients' needs partnered with market knowledge, creative marketing strategies and negotiating skills set him apart. Whether buying or selling, Matt will provide you the special attention, expertise and unique value proposition one expects from their real estate professional. His enthusiasm, patient approach and unwavering loyalty will make a stressful process feel like a walk in the park.When not at work, he loves spending quality time with his family and friends while overeating. A firm believer in giving back to the community, he is involved with various youth and animal organizations.