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06/16/2026

I really enjoyed working with Paul and Kate to help them find their “mansion in the sky”. Can’t wait to help them sell their suburban place this summer.

I can help you, too! Just send me a note and we can talk about your plans and your dreams

06/04/2026

Thinking about signing that new lease?? At least reach out and let’s see if this is a good fit. Up to 70k in downpayment assistance is available.
*Must be an eligible census tract
*Have to agree to live in it for 5 years
*single family, condos or 2 flats are eligible

CONTACT ME FOR MORE DETAILS

06/01/2026

June is here. The weather is breaking, the sun is shining and kids are out of school! There are so many things to do and see this month plus…20 shopping days to my birthday Let me know what festivals you’re going to!

05/20/2026

TL: dr- Zillow and MRED are fighting about contracts but you still need to find a house. Call me and I’ll get you on a better search with Zenlist and you will never use the other Z again

05/12/2026

🚨NEW LISTING ALERT🚨
Come take a look at my new investor listing in Forest Park. 3 level townhome with 3 bedrooms, 1.1 baths, parking, central Air and more. Great investment property.
Want to know more? DM me “ townhouse” and I’ll get you the details

05/11/2026

Thinking about selling your house soon? Don't skip staging.

With more houses on the market now, anything you can do to help yours stand out counts. And while staging costs vary, whatever you spend could pay you back big time.

For example, if you invest the typical $4k for mid-level staging on a $400k home, that can turn into roughly $18k in added value when you sell.

That gives you the potential to net about $14k more at closing – about a 350% return on your investment.

But staging doesn’t have to mean hiring a full crew. There’s an option for almost every budget, from professional staging to virtual staging to simple DIY updates.

DM me if you're getting ready to sell and let's talk about what level of staging makes sense for your house and your budget.

Message me if you'd like to talk about Buying, Selling, Renting or Investing.

05/11/2026

Why Staging Your House Could Pay Off This Spring

With more homes for sale right now, making a strong first impression matters. Staging can help your house sell faster and for more – and there's an option for almost every budget.

If you’re getting ready to list, let’s talk about what level of staging makes sense for your house and make a plan for attracting the right buyers.

Message me if you'd like to talk about Buying, Selling, Renting or Investing.

Selling your house this season? You’ve probably heard you should stage it before it hits the market.

05/07/2026

Did you know nearly 1 in 3 home purchases today involves co-buyers?

That's right, more and more first-time buyers are teaming up with friends, siblings, or unmarried partners to make homeownership happen.

And honestly? It makes a lot of sense given how tough affordability can still be for first-time buyers.

Combining incomes means a bigger down payment, better loan qualification, and lower monthly costs for everyone involved.

If you've been feeling priced out, co-buying might be the move you haven't considered yet. Drop your questions in the comments. I'd love to help you explore your options.

Message me if you'd like to talk about Buying, Selling, Renting or Investing.

05/07/2026

While we often refer to Chicago as a city of Neighborhoods, in the summer it becomes a city of Festivals. From MaiFest to the Pride Parade to the annual Bud Billiken Parade, there is a city festival for you! And if you live in the suburbs and want to see those festivals, DM me “BURBS” and I’ll send them to you. The real question: where will I see you this summer?

05/07/2026

“Should I just wait?” It’s one of the most common questions right now. Maybe you’re even asking yourself the same thing.

While the right time to make a move will ultimately depend on your situation, here’s what I can tell you.

People are still buying and selling, even with everything going on – that means you can too.

Pending sales are up from last month, and a lot more buyers are applying for mortgages than this time last year.

So, if moving still matters to you, you don’t have to wait.

You just need a plan that works for today. Want to figure out what that looks like for you? Let’s talk.

Message me if you'd like to talk about Buying, Selling, Renting or Investing.