Margaret Labus, Team Leader & Broker
Steve Dowden, Real Estate Agent
Tim LaBrecque, Real Estate Agent
Cameron Loback, Real Estate Agent
Zach Otten, Real Estate Agent
Beth Peyer, Real Estate Agent
Brandee Walton, Team Concierge & Marketing Director
Starboard Group, led by Margaret Labus, is a local real estate team grounded in deep market knowledge throughout Southeast Wisconsin and Northeast Illinois. With more than two decades of experience, Labus, a Certified Negotiation Expert and Luxury Collection Specialist with an MBA, founded the group to deliver personalized service tailored to every client’s needs. The team’s collaborative structure ensures that clients get the right specialist for their situation, backed by a unified vision of excellence.
Their full-service approach encompasses residential sales, new construction, property management and second-home and lakefront expertise. With the group’s proprietary ancillary business, Portside Vacation Rentals, they serve both homeowners and investors looking to tap the short-term rental market, giving clients a unique advantage. Backed by a team sales volume of over $300 million, Starboard Group delivers a seamless experience where buying, selling or investing in one of the region’s most desirable markets becomes smooth and confidence-inspiring.
Each team member brings a distinct strength. Margaret Labus leads with extensive experience in lakefront and second-home properties throughout the Geneva Lakes region. Zach Otten, a Military Relocation Professional, helps clients navigate major life moves and lake-home acquisitions. Tim LaBrecque brings analytical insight to property management and rental strategy. Steve Dowden specializes in rehabs and new builds, and Beth Peyer supports first-time buyers with patience and clarity. Cameron Loback focuses on single-family homes and represents many second-home buyers seeking the Geneva Lakes lifestyle. In addition to the agent lineup, Brandee Walton champions the client experience, marketing and operations.
Starboard Group is deeply committed to community. As active supporters of nonprofits such as Sunshine Kids, Lot of Love Inc. and The Bridge Food & Diaper Bank (formerly the Walworth County Food & Diaper Bank), they believe local success depends on strong local commitment. Their clients know they are working with a team that knows not just the market, but also the community.
