By Glen Tomlinson In a changing real estate world, companies that prepare intelligently and effectively for 2008 will reap the greatest success. Those who properly structure their companies and their agents are the ones that can negotiate through these

By Ginger Downs, RCE, CAE, IOM Chief Executive Officer Chicago Association of Realtors A business is not judged solely by its success in a robust economy, but by how it fares in any market condition. When the chips are

This 2,600-square-foot brick and cedar residence formerly belonged to a custom builder. The first floor features a gourmet kitchen with Sub-Zero and Miele appliances, Brazilian cherry floors and granite countertops; a vaulted family room with a fireplace; and a

This French art deco estate, circa 1936, is set on over two acres located behind security gates and a restored drive. Features include a reception salon with staircase, new kitchen and bathrooms and a guest quarters. A home theater,

Located in the historic Daily News Building, this two-bedroom and two-and-one-half-bathroom unit features 3,000 square feet of living space. With a fireplace and living room on the first level, and kitchen and dining room on the second level. The

This two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit, located within The Winchester, will feature both lake and city views from the balcony. Interior amenities include oak hardwood flooring, traditional base crown molding, solid-core paneled doors and 10-foot ceilings. The custom wood kitchen offers

This Colonial home features upgrades, finishes and professional landscaping. It includes a gourmet kitchen with 42-inch cabinets, Corian counters, island, top appliances and upgrade lighting. Also included are four bedrooms, a living room, family room, den, fireplace, laundry room,

This two-story, energy-efficient home features hardwood flooring and 10-foot ceilings throughout the first floor, with granite on all countertops. The kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, two full ovens, built-in microwave, island and breakfast nook. Eco-friendly amenities include energy-star rated

802 E. Evergreen St., Wheaton, $789,6000 Co-op commission 2.5% -$100 This two-story, energy-efficient home features hardwood flooring and 10-foot ceilings throughout the first floor, with granite on all countertops. The kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, two full ovens, built-in

1440 Seward St., Schaumburg, $648,000 Co-op commission 2.5% – $150 This 2,600-square-foot brick and cedar residence formerly belonged to a custom builder. The first floor features a gourmet kitchen with Sub-Zero and Miele appliances, Brazilian cherry floors and granite

443 Sheridan Rd., Glencoe, $10,995,000 Co-op commission 2.25% 1M, 1.75% 2M, 1.25% 3M This French art deco estate, circa 1936, is set on over two acres located behind security gates and a restored drive. Features include a reception salon

3175 N. Hudson Ave. #601, Lakeview, $494,900 Co-op commission 2.5% -$150 This two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit, located within The Winchester, will feature both lake and city views from the balcony. Interior amenities include oak hardwood flooring, traditional base crown molding,

1280 Kasting Lane, Mundelein, $529,900, Co-op commission 2.5% This Colonial home features upgrades, finishes and professional landscaping. It includes a gourmet kitchen with 42-inch cabinets, Corian counters, island, top appliances and upgrade lighting. Also included are four bedrooms, a

222 S. Racine Ave. #46, West Loop, $715,000 Co-op commission 2.5% Located in the historic Daily News Building, this two-bedroom and two-and-one-half-bathroom unit features 3,000 square feet of living space. With a fireplace and living room on the first

Roosevelt University announced the creation of the Teresa and Hipolito Roldan Scholarship Fund for Tomorrow’s Hispanic Leaders in Community Development and Real Estate. The $100,000 fund at The Chicago Community Trust was created by Hipolito “Paul” Roldan, president of

$495,900 Co-op commission 2.5% -$100 This custom, all brick ranch home is situated on one acre within a limited access subdivision. The recently remodeled kitchen features a breakfast room and desk. Circular wood stairs in the foyer lead to