Many highly effective agents will find themselves at a crossroads at some point in their career. As client bases grow over time and referrals multiply, even the most talented agent will realize that there’s a limit to the number

There are roughly 1.118 million members of the National Association of Realtors, and they strike an impressive profile: Realtors’ median experience level is 12 years; their gross income is $45,800; 58 percent are female; and 42 percent have at

The real estate industry has changed tremendously over the last decade, and the way new agents learn the ropes and service their clients has also evolved. Agents and brokerages have weathered a market crash, a slow recovery and a

Some may find it surprising that the home of the Cubs has become a very attractive option for affluent foreign homebuyers, but anyone who keeps a close watch on the market will already be aware of the opportunities that

There are 381 languages spoken in the U.S., according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Of course, not every one is spoken by a significant portion of the population, but some language groups number so many that real estate agents

Local clients can be challenging enough for real estate agents to work with, but international clients pose their own set of challenges, including cultural and communication differences. Coldwell Banker’s Suzanne Gignilliat’s international clients are often sophisticated businessmen and -women,

London, United Kingdom Bedroom: 4 Bathroom: 4 Square Feet: 5,426 Price: $16,386,991 Located at one of London’s most exclusive addresses, this Charles Street townhouse characterizes period style mixed with modern accommodations. Comprised of six floors, this rare property features

Last year represented the steadiest 12 months of recovery for the U.S. housing market since the economic meltdown in 2007, and foreign buyers and investors were major drivers behind the surge in home prices and sales. In 2014, foreign

This year, Chicago Agent proudly honors another group of agents, brokers, brokerages, lenders and developers considered by their peers to be the best in Chicagoland real estate. Over the past 10 years, our readers have shaped the Agents’ Choice Awards

Renee Naffziger Branch Manager (Fox Valley), Baird & Warner Renee Naffziger manages the Baird & Warner Fox Valley office and has over 23 years of experience in the real estate industry. She leads an energetic and productive office and

  Wintrust Mortgage Wintrust Mortgage is not like other mortgage providers. To Wintrust, the lending business is about more than just products and price: it’s about service, to customers and their communities. In 2014 Wintrust originated nearly $3.4 billion,

Lori Rowe Sales Associate, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Since 1986, Lori Rowe has been calling Coldwell Banker “home.” As a former teacher, Allstate manager and aerobics instructor, Lori has incorporated what she learned in each of these positions to

Sara McCarthy Broker, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Both Sara and her partner Julie Dorger of the Dorger McCarthy group are committed to offering their clients the highest level of customer service. They have built their business on three simple

Ryland Homes, part of CalAtlantic Homes Ryland Homes is now CalAtlantic Homes as a result of the recent merger with Standard Pacific Homes, and is now the fourth largest homebuilder in America. In addition to this historic merger, in

The Sheahan Group CONLON/Christie’s The Sheahan Group was started by Tim Sheahan, who is a principal/partner at CONLON/Christie’s International Real Estate. Tim has been a top producing broker in Chicago for the past 15 years and has successfully negotiated

Related Midwest Related Midwest, the Chicago office of Related Companies, is the preeminent developer of luxury condominiums and rental homes, affordable housing communities and mixed-use properties in Chicago.  Recognized for its innovative, market-defining developments, Related Midwest has reshaped luxury