Rafael Murillo, Principal & Licensed Real Estate Broker

Christian Bernhagen, Licensed Real Estate Broker

Sarah Fobes, Licensed Real Estate Broker

Whether the client is a first-time buyer in search of a perfect condo or a seasoned developer seeking new-construction opportunities, the RM Luxury Group at COMPASS is dedicated to surpassing all expectations. Rafael Murillo, principal and founder of the team, joins forces with Christian Bernhagen and Sarah Fobes, both licensed brokers, to support clients throughout their real estate journey. “Our referral partners allow us to facilitate deals in various markets, as we have a vast network of high-performing agents nationwide to provide top-notch service,” Murillo explains. “We prioritize establishing and nurturing long-term client relationships, aspiring to become their trusted real estate advisor for life.”

A mortgage banker in 2012, Murillo made the transition to real estate sales in 2017, establishing himself as a successful luxury agent in Chicago. Recognized with numerous awards, he has had high-profile CEOs, entertainers and professional athletes as clients. While Bernhagen has a background in commercial property tax consulting, he is an experienced investor who successfully guides first-time homebuyers through the entire process. Experienced in medication-dispensation management, Fobes assists clients in the medical and pharmaceutical fields, and also manages business in the western and southern suburbs.

Since each team member was raised in a different suburban community, the RM Luxury Group has extensive knowledge of downtown Chicago and surrounding neighborhoods. Their services include assisting first-time buyers, facilitating investments, handling new-construction projects, providing landlord and tenant representation, managing corporate relocations and conducting luxury sales and marketing operations.

“My homesellers appreciate collaborating with me, as our marketing strategies are among the best in the industry,” Murillo says. “We showcase the property’s lifestyle through social media and lifestyle videography, resulting in excellent outcomes.” Creative in his marketing, he sells properties via Instagram and attracts celebrity clients through his social media pages. “While some veteran agents may not recognize the value in these techniques, it is the future of real estate,” he insists. “My approach prioritizes marketing, and I consider myself a marketing person first, rather than a salesperson.”