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We also promote professionals through our popular annual issue: Who’s Who in Chicago Residential Real Estate. We are a multi-channel, multidimensional information source, using print and online delivery to bring actionable information to the real estate professionals and encourage a richer dialogue between agents. Through our dedicated reporting, we bring fresh energy to tried-and-true disciplines

and inspire our readers to move the business intelligence they glean from our pages into initiatives of their own. In Chicago Agent, you can count on a rich array of issues connected to action, and insight connected to fresh thinking backed by solid experience. Who's doing what that works-and why-is our ongoing mission and constant guide. Chicago Agent is the definitive source of industry trends and news, informing readers of the best practices of their peers as well as reliable advice from the experts. We offer advertisers a multifaceted, highly efficient opportunity for business development in a rich environment of editorial excellence.

The pace of Chicago home sales rose 10.6% year over year to 7,232 in December’s RE/MAX National Housing Report. Month ov...
01/17/2025

The pace of Chicago home sales rose 10.6% year over year to 7,232 in December’s RE/MAX National Housing Report. Month over month, however, sales were down 0.4%.



U.S. home sales were up 13.3% year over year and 4.4% month over month in December, RE/MAX said in its National Housing Report.

Eileen Tomsheck was promoted to the role of vice president of Fort Dearborn Title, the affiliated title company of Berks...
01/17/2025

Eileen Tomsheck was promoted to the role of vice president of Fort Dearborn Title, the affiliated title company of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago (BHHS Chicago). In her new position, she’ll oversee title operations as well as the expansion of Fort Dearborn’s network.
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Eileen Tomsheck was promoted to the role of vice president of Fort Dearborn Title, the affiliated title company of BHHS Chicago.

Jeffrey Baker is CEO of Illinois REALTORS®, one of the largest and most influential trade groups in the state, represent...
01/17/2025

Jeffrey Baker is CEO of Illinois REALTORS®, one of the largest and most influential trade groups in the state, representing over 50,000 members engaged in all facets of the commercial and residential real estate industry. Illinois REALTORS® advocates at every level of government on behalf of brokers, homeowners, landlords, renters and businesses and promotes the state’s commercial real estate sector to national and international investors.

Jeffrey Baker, Chief Executive Officer
Illinois Realtors®

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Jeffrey Baker is CEO of Illinois REALTORS®, one of the largest and most influential...

A family-owned business, MPG — Moll Piotrowski Group at Keller Williams ONE Chicago was founded by Kara Moll 21 years ag...
01/16/2025

A family-owned business, MPG — Moll Piotrowski Group at Keller Williams ONE Chicago was founded by Kara Moll 21 years ago. Her daughter Kourtney joined the team in 2014 and has served as the managing partner for almost a decade. Kourtney realized that the talents of her dad, Mark K***z, as a loan officer and investor would be invaluable to clients and so brought him aboard, followed by her husband, Tim Piotrowski, who has years of financial and customer service experience.

MPG — Moll Piotrowski Group
Keller Williams Realty, Inc. ONEChicago

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Kara Moll, Founding Partner Kourtney Piotrowski, Managing Partner Mark K***z, Partner Tim Piotrowski, Partner...

Although well versed in all mortgage products, Stacey Roberts considers herself a first time buyer and down payment assi...
01/15/2025

Although well versed in all mortgage products, Stacey Roberts considers herself a first time buyer and down payment assistance guru. Patient and kind, she walks clients through the process, from preapproval to closing, willing and eager to answer all of their questions.

“Listening to not only my client’s goals, but also their concerns allows me to focus on their needs and make the process as seamless as possible,” says Roberts, senior mortgage consultant with Wintrust Mortgage.

Stacey Roberts
Wintrust Mortgage

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Although well versed in all mortgage products, Stacey Roberts considers herself a first time...

"It’s important to dress in a way that reflects the professionalism and seriousness of our work," says Nick Chiaramonte ...
01/15/2025

"It’s important to dress in a way that reflects the professionalism and seriousness of our work," says Nick Chiaramonte a broker with Northwest Real Estate Group.

His style icon? Ryan Gosling from "Crazy, Stupid, Love."



"Dress in a way that reflects the professionalism and seriousness of our work," says Nick Chiaramonte of Northwest Real Estate Group.

How are agents and brokers using their CRMs to improve business? Which are the best real estate CRMs and why? We asked, ...
01/14/2025

How are agents and brokers using their CRMs to improve business? Which are the best real estate CRMs and why? We asked, you answered!

Featuring the perspectives of Pam Gebhardt of The Needle Group with North Atlanta Home Group, Nicole Dankworth of Keller Williams Realty, Inc., Gerardo Zavala of Luna Realty Group, Tamara O’Connor of Premier Living Real Estate, Inc., Mike Stangel of atproperties Christie’s International Real Estate, Amy Foote of Compass, Melissa Doubleday of Keller Williams — and more!

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How are agents and brokers using their CRMs to improve business? Which CRMs stand out and why? We asked, you answered!

It’s 2025 — time for a fresh start, a renewed focus and fresh optimism about the possibilities for the coming year. The ...
01/14/2025

It’s 2025 — time for a fresh start, a renewed focus and fresh optimism about the possibilities for the coming year. The temptation is to aim high and set big goals. There’s nothing wrong with that, but we have to be realistic, too.



"It’s 2025 — time for a fresh start, a renewed focus and fresh optimism," writes Managing Editor Patrick Regan.

A native of Southwest Michigan, Shanna Ax has real estate in her blood with her mother working at the Kalamazoo Board of...
01/14/2025

A native of Southwest Michigan, Shanna Ax has real estate in her blood with her mother working at the Kalamazoo Board of Realtors, her grandfather owned his own realty company and her aunt after many years still works as a real estate agent in Hilton Head Island.

After earning a degree in public relations and advertising, Ax began actively working in real estate.

Shanna Ax-Engel & Volkers Shoreline, Associate Broker
Engel & Völkers Chicago Shoreline

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A native of Southwest Michigan, Shanna Ax has real estate in her blood with...

Having grown up in Chicago and its suburbs, Young Lee consistently studies real estate markets in every area in order to...
01/13/2025

Having grown up in Chicago and its suburbs, Young Lee consistently studies real estate markets in every area in order to understand how inventory and pricing fluctuate in each unique neighborhood.

“Clients appreciate my wealth of knowledge, and I enjoy teaching and educating clients on the benefits of real estate, but I also like to explain the process,” Lee says. “It can be a daunting task to sell or buy a home, and I want to make sure my clients feel well-informed.”

Young Lee, Real Estate Broker
Real Broker LLC

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Having grown up in Chicago and its suburbs, Young Lee consistently studies real estate...

The team serves buyers and sellers, from first-time to seasoned, in Naperville — their specialty is the downtown area — ...
01/12/2025

The team serves buyers and sellers, from first-time to seasoned, in Naperville — their specialty is the downtown area — and the western suburbs, with a focus on both existing and new construction. They consistently rank as a top team in Naperville by volume and a top 10 team in DuPage County. In 2023, the group was ranked the No. 1 Team at Christie’s International Real Estate’s Naperville office.

Kim Dalaskey, Realtor
Karen Anderson Fakroddin
Kristin Meadows
Lisa Clark Bruce
Tanya Barry
atproperties Christie’s International Real Estate

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Kim Dalaskey, Principal Broker Karen Fakroddin, Full-Time Broker Kristin Meadows, Full-Time Broker Lisa Bruce, Full-Time Broker Tanya...

As the CEO of the Mainstreet Organization of Realtors, John Gormley is devoted full time to fulfilling the association’s...
01/12/2025

As the CEO of the Mainstreet Organization of Realtors, John Gormley is devoted full time to fulfilling the association’s mission to empower real estate professionals to thrive and find joy in their careers. With a deep background in association leadership, especially with Realtor organizations throughout the United States, Gormley is the face of the organization and is well suited for his multifaceted role that includes nonvoting positions on Mainstreet’s board of directors and executive committee.

John Gormley, CEO
Tim Ryan - Tim Ryan Team at Real People Realty, President
Mainstreet Realtors

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  John Gormley, CEO Tim Ryan, President As the CEO of the Mainstreet Organization of Realtors,...

Bradley Rasof is dedicated to ensuring his clients have a smooth and stress-free transaction, with no surprises. Born an...
01/11/2025

Bradley Rasof is dedicated to ensuring his clients have a smooth and stress-free transaction, with no surprises. Born and raised in Skokie and Buffalo Grove, Rasof now resides in Arlington Heights and has a deep understanding of Chicago neighborhoods, which he leverages to serve a diverse clientele ranging from first-time buyers to seasoned investors in both city and suburban markets.

Bradley Rasof, Senior Vice President of Mortgage Lending
Cross Country Mortgage

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Bradley Rasof is dedicated to ensuring his clients have a smooth and stress-free transaction,...

Jerry Kroupa grew up on Lauderdale Lakes, where he still resides. He specializes in all lakefront and lake-access proper...
01/11/2025

Jerry Kroupa grew up on Lauderdale Lakes, where he still resides. He specializes in all lakefront and lake-access properties, in addition to primary residences, in the city of Elkhorn and surrounding areas. His deep knowledge of the area, coupled with his decades of experience, give him a unique perspective, which he shares with buyers by infusing showings with area history.

Jerry Kroupa, Broker
atproperties Christie’s International Real Estate

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Jerry Kroupa grew up on Lauderdale Lakes, where he still resides. He specializes in...

Lital Avnet, with an initial foundation in hospitality and sales, discovered her love for interior design. She envisione...
01/10/2025

Lital Avnet, with an initial foundation in hospitality and sales, discovered her love for interior design. She envisioned real estate as the perfect way to combine her passion for sales, design, and social interactions. Today, she revels in her career, echoing the sentiment, “Do it with passion or not at all.”

Lital Avnet Minogue, Global Real Estate Advisor
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

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  Lital Avnet, with an initial foundation in hospitality and sales, discovered her love...

After less than a year in the role, Amy Lessinger is exiting her position as president at RE/MAX. The resignation is eff...
01/09/2025

After less than a year in the role, Amy Lessinger is exiting her position as president at RE/MAX. The resignation is effective Jan. 17.

After less than a year in the role, Amy Lessinger is exiting her position as president at RE/MAX, effective Jan. 17.

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