Agents' Choice

Announcing the 2025 Chicago Agents’ Choice Awards winners

In the 20th annual Chicago Agents’ Choice Awards, we’re honoring the very best of Chicagoland real estate — according to our readers.

Industry MVP, Suburbs: Megan McCleary, Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty

Megan McCleary is a top-producing real estate broker for Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty.

Industry MVP, City: Brad Lippitz, Compass

Consistently ranked among Chicago’s top producers with over $1 billion in career sales, Brad Lippitz has a proven track record when it comes to selling properties in the city.

Rookie of the Year, City: Bethany Baltutat, @properties Christie’s International Real Estate

As a trusted real estate agent for her clients, Bethany Baltutat understands that buying or selling a home is complex and deeply personal.

Best Team: Ames Group Chicago, Engel & Völkers Chicago

Ames Group Chicago has been providing discerning home buyers and sellers with seasoned expertise and exceptional customer service for over 20 years.

Managing Broker of the Year, City: Callie Simon, Compass

Callie Simon is a sales manager for Compass’ Lincoln Park office. She started her career at Compass five years ago.

Managing Broker of the Year, Suburbs: Jill Egan, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Jill Egan joined Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago in 2013, believing there was no better company to align herself with.

Loan Officer of the Year: Lisa Vaske, Guaranteed Rate Affinity

Lisa Vaske knows that everyone has different financial goals, so she takes the time to fully understand each client’s situation.

Developer of the Year, City: AK Custom Homes

Founded in 2007 by award-winning developers Azeem Khan and Raheem Khan, AK Custom Homes is dedicated to crafting luxury single-family residences.

Best Dressed: Curtis Johnson, Baird & Warner

Curtis Johnson has been an active member of his community for over 20 years and proudly serves as an elder of his local church, St. Mark International Christian Church.

Lender of the Year: Rate

Headquartered in Chicago, Rate Companies is a leader in mortgage lending and digital financial services.

Developer of the Year, Suburbs: M/I Homes

M/I Homes has been building new homes of outstanding quality and superior design for more than 40 years.

Development of the Year, City: 850 Lake Shore Drive, Crescent Heights

850 Lake Shore Drive is a historically prominent 19-story Beaux-Arts style tower, located in Chicago’s Gold Coast and Streeterville.

Development of the Year, Suburbs: Metro on Main, Lexington Homes

Metro on Main is a new maintenance-free community of 89 townhomes in north-suburban Morton Grove.

Association Executive of the Year: Michelle Mills Clement, Chicago Association of REALTORS®

Chicago Association of REALTORS® CEO Michelle Mills Clement has over 20 years of association and nonprofit management experience.

Rookie of the Year, Suburbs: Lindsay Loredo, Baird & Warner

Lindsay Loredo has spent her career helping families build strong, lasting homes — first as an educator and now as a real estate agent.

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