In an industry flooded with lockboxes and voicemails, Laura Duckett is setting herself apart and doing things a little differently. Having bought, sold and renovated multiple properties of her own, Duckett’s personal experiences have shaped the way she runs her business. She emphasizes organization and communication as the pillars of her business and aligns her approach with her clients’ needs, treating every deal as if it were her own.

Having led her team in sales in the western suburbs for nearly a decade, contributing to over $500 million in combined total sales, Duckett is now a principal agent with COMPASS Hinsdale and she is already breaking records.

In June, she listed and closed the highest single-family home sale in the history of Brookfield, Illinois. The seasoned broker points to her high standards and her unique tiered marketing approach as the main drivers of her business growth and accomplishments.

“I combine a traditional philosophy with a modern operation to deliver the best client experience and representation from contract to closing,” Duckett says. “I am at every showing, coordinating every appointment and executing every task.” She also believes in aligning with a brokerage that has a unique competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Knowledgeable, attentive and poised, she is constantly looking for ways to improve, not only for herself but also in service of her clients. Duckett, who is a founding member of REALM, a global private network, holds multiple designations and memberships to further add value to the client experience. Among them are Real Estate Negotiation Expert, Pricing Strategy Advisor, Accredited Staging Professional, Off-Market Expert, Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, Accredited Buyer’s Representative and Top Agent Network member.

When she is not working, she is spending time at home with her husband and their dog, Jazzy, or catching the next flight to visit friends and family all around the world.