This week on This Real Estate Life, we talk with Vicky Silvano about her experience as a Filipina Real Estate broker, and the unique opportunities and challenges she has experienced in her career. Vicky speaks candidly about the importance of advocacy work, and about volunteering with organizations that promote change. This woman is a POWERHOUSE, and her kindness and joy makes this episode incredibly empowering. We can't wait for you to listen!

Contact Vicky Silvano:

📞: 773-848-1201

📧: [email protected]

FB: Vicky Silvano

About Vicky Silvano:

Vicky Silvano has been one of Chicago's premier agents for over a decade. Her services expand to both domestic and international clientele. Her success has been based upon extreme client service and skills that extend over every facet of real estate. Many of her clients have raved about her ability to place them in neighborhoods whose values have significantly outpaced the market. In addition to transactions, Vicky Silvano is actively involved in the community having served as the 2016 National Chairwoman for the Asian Real Estate Association of America(AREAA), the largest Asian organization in the United States. Due to her global knowledge, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) has appointed her as the 2018 Global Liaison and oversees 4 global committees of NAR. Vicky has been a manager, instructor, mentor, partner, and investor in brokerage and investment partnerships alike. She has mentored many of the city’s top agents instilling in them her categorical imperative about client service. With over 15 years of experience as a Real Estate Broker, Vicky brings a high level professionalism, personal attention, and customer service to the home buying and selling experience. Specializing in: Residential, Commercial & Investment Properties, Apartment & Storefronts, Acquisition & Rehab Projects, Global Transactions. Top Producer Awards: Chicago Association of Realtors Outstanding Sales Achievement Award 1997-2016, Century 21 Centurion Awards: 2001-2016, Century 21 Hall of Fame - 2009. Education: Bachelors in Economics, University of Philippines. Designations: CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist), CRS (Certified Residential Specialist), ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative), SRES( Senior Real Estate Specialist), Candidate for: CCIM(Certified Commercial.

This Real Estate Life is proud to have Jackie Lafferty on the podcast! Jackie is one of the calmest, most sincere people we know, and her passion for helping her clients and guiding them through their real estate journey is both inspiring and insightful. Join us as we talk to Jackie about her family, her career, and what truly helping out her clients looks like!

Contact Jackie Lafferty:

📞: 773.251.2384

📧: [email protected]

IG: @jackielaffertyrealtor

FB: Jackie Lafferty Realtor at Baird & Warner

About Jackie Lafferty:

Buying or selling your home or investment property will be one of the single largest financial transactions in your lifetime. You deserve a qualified and trusted advisor to be your advocate. Jackie is recognized as an exceptional broker and a Top Producer in the Baird & Warner Lincoln Park office. Jackie is a lifelong resident of Chicago, mother of two beautiful daughters, and is passionate about her work and her city. As a full time realtor for the past 17 years, she has experienced up and down markets and various lending environments. Jackie is an expert in consulting and negotiating on behalf of her clients. Jackie has had the privilege of working with many great clients ranging from first time home buyers to high level executives and investors. She believes each client is unique and important and should be treated as a priority. Jackie is an astute business professional who will learn about your wants and needs then utilize her exceptional research skills to provide you the necessary information and analysis to make a good decision. Jackie has successfully built long term client relations as evidenced in her volume of repeat client business and referrals.

This Real Estate Life is happy to welcome Evelyn Fred to the podcast! Negeen and Jon talk with Evelyn about the many different hats she's worn in her career, how she's made her business a one-stop-shop by creating great connections with service providers, and how working with her husband is one of the greatest joys in her life. Evelyn's incredible passion for real estate, and her general love of life really shines through in this episode- we left the recording feeling incredibly encouraged, and we know you will too!

Contact Evelyn Fred:

📞: 773.981.2005

📧: [email protected]

IG: @evelyn_fred

FB: Evelyn Fred

About Evelyn Fred:

Over the past decade, Evelyn has built a loyal clientele by demonstrating perseverance, integrity, honesty and the highest level of customer service. Realizing that the purchase or sale of a home is one of the most emotionally and financially significant decisions in a person's life, Evelyn takes great pride in playing an integral role in the process. From first-time home buyers to experienced investors, Evelyn oversees every stage of the process and stays engaged with her clients long after a deal has closed. Clients have commented that Evelyn looks out for them like family members, and then celebrates with them on their new home or successful sale. She brings a whole team of experts to the table from mortgage consultants and lawyers to home inspectors, and is truly dedicated to providing honest and educated feedback to serve her clients' best interests. Because Evelyn takes the time to educate and inform, the majority of her business comes from repeat customers and referrals from appreciative clients. Evelyn's combination of market knowledge, dedication and commitment to keeping all parties informed creates a sense of client ease and confidence. With a focus on analysis and results, Evelyn employs her marketing expertise and strategic process to bring added value to every client. Through use of cutting edge technology, research and negotiation, Evelyn creates solutions to get her clients what they want at the best value. Evelyn's background prior to real estate includes experience as a small business owner as well as in corporate America -- for a worldwide corporation as a Marketing Manager for the Caribbean and Latin America, and for several other advertising agencies including Leo Burnett. With a focus on analysis and results, Evelyn employs her marketing expertise and strategic process to bring added value to every client. A native Chicagoan, bilingual in English and Spanish, Evelyn is well-versed in the unique neighborhoods of the city and surrounding suburbs. She is the 2015 President of the Women's Council of Realtors (WCR), Chicago Chapter, involved in the industry as a committee member on the international market forum. She studied Communications at the School of Speech, Northwestern University. Evelyn's client specialties include: Accredited Buyers Agent, Short Sale & Foreclosures Specialist, Certified Real Estate Negotiator, Certified International Property Specialist and Accredited Distressed Property Realtor.

This Real Estate Life returns for Season 3 with our very special guest, Mike Greco! Jon and Negeen interview Mike on how he got into Real Estate, how working on a team allowed him to build confidence in running his own business, and how building a unique brand is crucial to distinguishing yourself and setting yourself apart from other agents. We also touch on his passion for helping other agents achieve their goals, and how learning from other agents is crucial to success!

Contact Mike Greco:

📞: 312.869.4720

📧: [email protected]

IG: @mikegrecoRE

FB: @MikeGrecoBairdWarner

About Mike Greco:

As a seasoned broker with a track record that speaks for itself, Mike Greco is one of Baird & Warner Real Estate’s go-to agents for first time homebuyers, sellers, and investors alike. Having been in the industry for over 5 years as a real estate broker, Mike previously worked in a senior position for the top Baird & Warner Team across the Chicagoland area. Outside of providing unparalleled support for his clients in guiding them step by step throughout their search process, Mike has played an integral role in generating $215 million in sales and over 250 closed deals.

Mike serves not only the city of Chicago, but provides his expertise for the surrounding neighborhoods, bringing in-depth market knowledge for his clients in every home search. Mike is not your average real estate broker, as he truly measures his success by providing clients with a high level of service, integrity, trust, and dedication to exceed their expectations time and time again. Outside of working with his clients to find their next dream abode, Mike is also a part of the exclusive sales team for Parkline Chicago’s exciting new construction condominiums, a unique venture that is coming to the city in early 2021.

When he is not working closely with his amazing clients, you can find Mike enjoying lunch from his favorite lunch spot in Chicago, Sultan’s Market, or ordering in takeout from Lao Peng You in the West Town neighborhood. Mike is also an avid skier, as well as a fan of all Indiana University sport’s teams. Giving back to the community he lives and works in, Mike has been involved with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Chicago for the past 8 years, and looks forward to continuing to grow his relationship through volunteer work for many years to come!

Our resident real estate market analysis expert, John Irwin, was back on the podcast to help us wrap up season two with his forecast of the 2021 Chicago real estate market. John explains how the market is generally positioned for a strong year in response to 2020 and the variety of factors that have, and may continue, to impact demand and supply throughout the city. He touches on a few key points to consider when evaluating the opportunities and challenges in the market this year, so take a listen as he breaks it all down for us!

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Connect with John Irwin ➡️

Instagram: @johnirwinrealestate,

Facebook: @johnirwinchicago,

www.JohnIrwinChicago.com

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About John Irwin ➡️

THERE ARE OVER 11,000 REALTORS SERVING THE CHICAGO AREA, ALL WITH VARIOUS BACKGROUNDS AND LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE. Finding the right agent for you can be a daunting task. Fortunately, you’ve come to the right place.

YOU WON’T FIND A REAL ESTATE BROKER THAT KNOWS THE CHICAGO MARKET BETTER THAN I DO. My business is based upon a sophisticated level of analytical, sales, marketing, negotiating and technology skills which allows me to identify and capitalize on emerging trends.

Chicago is a complex city and I specialize in helping my clients thoroughly understand market conditions at the national, local, and neighborhood levels that affect their specific property type. This enables them to make the most informed decisions to meet their personal real estate goals and maximize their real estate investment.

I BELIEVE IN QUALITY SERVICE. My success is based on my personal service and attention to detail.  While guiding my clients through every aspect of the home buying and selling process, their needs and interests are my only priority.

For the past decade, I have been consistently ranked among Chicago’s top real estate brokers and have been featured in Chicago’s major media outlets, including ABC News, Crain’s Chicago Business, The Chicago Tribune, The Chicago Sun Times and DNAinfo. The ultimate measure of my success; however, is that the majority of my business comes from client referrals.

AN IMPRESSIVE TEAM. I am especially proud of my association with Baird & Warner and their unmatched resources that expands my reach locally, nationally and worldwide. Our staff includes some of the most talented specialists in the real estate industry.  For over a century and a half, Baird & Warner has been the dominant force in Chicagoland real estate, building a record of success, innovation and longevity unparalleled in the industry. 

Whether you would like to discuss your real estate goals in detail or just have a few questions, I look forward to talking with you. - JOHN IRWIN

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Awards & Designations ➡️

Repeatedly awarded B&W “Founder’s Club” and Chicago Association of Realtors “Top Producer - Residential Sales Volume”

Maybe it’s her poise, maybe it’s her haute design aesthetic, maybe it’s her love of early 2000’s dance movies. Shannon Sutton has captured the hearts of her clients through her charming and authentic personality, but she has earned their business and referrals through her professional and experienced approach to helping them buy and sell real estate. A past Chicago Agent Magazine “Rookie of the Year” finalist and “Style Feature”, Shannon knows how to get it done while leaving an impression on people. But can her charisma be taught? Take a listen and see for yourself!

Contact Shannon Sutton:

📧: [email protected]

📞: (616)-443-8889

IG: @shannonsuttonrealestate

About Shannon Sutton:

Design freak, Frenchie mom, native Michigander, nature-lover, traveler, occasional hip-hop dancer, and of course, REALTOR.

My name is Shannon Sutton, and I'm a real estate broker in Chicago. I work out of the Baird & Warner Lincoln Park office and live in Bucktown, but I help clients wherever their needs and wants take them: the North side, South side, North shore and beyond.

Coming from a past life in magazine ad sales, I fell in love with the consultative nature of real estate and never looked back. It's deeply rewarding to provide tangible value to my buyers and sellers and to guide them through their transactions seamlessly, even when there are unforeseen bumps in the road. No matter how many transactions I work on over the course of my career, I hope never to lose sight of how enormously exciting it is for someone to purchase a new home.

If it's time for you to move and you're seeking a top-notch communicator, certified negotiation expert, and design-obsessed marketer to shepherd you through the process, then I just might be your gal! Let's hop on the phone and discuss your unique needs.

Have you ever wondered what an absolute boss queen looks like? Look no further than Molly Marino. In this episode, we talk with Molly about how she juggles the many different facets of her career - from staging, to working with animals, to being an amazing real estate agent - and how pursuing your passions and being true to yourself can make your work feel like an extension of who you are as a person. Get ready to be inspired!

Contact Molly Marino:

📧: [email protected]

📞: 312-282-6422

IG: @molly_m_chicago AND @chicagohomestaging

About Molly Marino:

Having led major marketing and sales initiatives for large corporations, Ms. Marino applies these same marketing and sales principles in listing properties. She goes beyond the run-of-the-mill real estate marketing to apply specialized strategies that provide the ultimate exposure to her client's properties.

Buyers will find her upbeat personality, attention to detail, and "always on" approach refreshing. She advocates on a client;s behalf and leaves no stone unturned as she works to find the best fit property.

Ms. Marino works with both sellers and buyers in both the Chicago and surrounding suburbs and calls the Northwest side her home. She has extensive knowledge of rehabbing homes and has a personal interest and skill set for interior design, particularly modern, clean-lined space. She works with architects, general contractors and clients to help build the perfect spaces and provides stages services to her brokerage clients (and other agent's clients too).

In her free time Ms. Marino is the Executive Director and Founder of a local dog rescue having placed over 1200 rescued dogs in homes over the past 12 years. She is active in the animal-care community and a proponent for neglected and abused animals. She has appeared in print and television media as an expert in this area, as well as in real estate and design.

If you are seeking a robust partner that will provide you with energy, enthusiasm and the highest level of professionalism and skills when it comes to listing your property, or buying a new home, consider the unique nature of what Ms. Marino brings to the market.

Kyle Capone has approached his real estate business with a balance of sincerity and tenacity since day one. On this week’s episode, he shares how he doubled his sales volume in 2020 by putting his clients needs first, while also asking for the business. When you take care of people, they take care of you.

Contact Kyle Capone:

📧: Kyle [email protected]

📞: (708) 703-1657

IG: @kylecaponegroup

About Kyle Capone:

Kyle Capone brings unparalleled knowledge and expertise to all of his clients while providing personal attention and honest insights to your real estate goals. He specializes in buyer and listing brokerage for relocation, condominiums, luxury homes, investment properties and new construction. Kyle works tirelessly to provide the best results for you and your family while closely listening to your real estate needs. His pleasant demeanor and ability to negotiate will make you feel the most comfortable choosing him as your preferred Realtor. From the initial meeting through to closing and beyond, Kyle's clients enjoy the highest level of service. 

Kyle became an expert in Real Estate from his prior work experience in banking. He has the ability to see both sides of the deal and evaluate everything from start to finish so your best interests are represented. He's been in Lincoln Park for the past 5 years and works with buyers and sellers from Chicago to the surrounding suburbs. His contribution to the Rotary Foundation and the Rotary Club of Chicago Lakeview shines light on his deep involvement and connections throughout the city and it's networking community. When Kyle is not working, he enjoys working out, playing golf, networking, bowling, volunteering and spending time with family.

We were thrilled to have the opportunity to chat with the fan-favorite, Diana Duvall, for this week’s episode. From selling as a broker, to managing an office as a Managing Broker, to her current role as the Sales Support Manager of the BWLP office, Diana has truly seen and done it all in real estate over the past 30 years. She began her career in an era where you had to physically take a client a contract to sign, and the listings shared in the MLS were distributed to offices in a book instead of online. Diana has helped agents successfully navigate the industry (and world) changes that have led to some of the greatest advancements in how we help our clients buy and sell homes. Take a listen to hear her honest take on how the industry has changed and what agents need to be doing to find their own success, along with some great stories :)

Contact Diana Duvall:

📧: [email protected]

📞: 773-697-5555

About Diana:

Diana is the Sales Support Manager of the top-performing Lincoln Park office at Baird & Warner.

With nearly 30 years helping brokers transition to their new role, Diana knows what it takes to make the transition to BWLP seamless. She helps new brokers hit the ground running, from setting them up in the MLS, to initial training on the tools B&W provides. Diana also supervises the talented staff to ensure a “back of house” experience that wows the agents and helps them keep their businesses running smoothly.

One of the greatest advantages to Baird & Warner agents and their clients is our One Stop Shop approach to real estate. A very important part of our “One Company” is our lending partner, Key Mortgage. Today’s guests, Mary Gill and Derek Malley, are two successful and knowledgeable loan officers with Key Mortgage, and are a huge asset to our Lincoln Park office! Take a listen to hear their tips on qualifying for a loan, how covid impacted the mortgage market, and just how easy it is to apply for a loan with Key Mortgage for a seamless experience.

*This episode was recorded at the end of 2020. Since then, mortgage interest rates remain historically low. Also, the conventional loan limit was increased to $548,250 for buyers purchasing a home with a conventional loan. Together, these two factors result in increased purchasing power! To learn more, reach out to Mary or Derek - their contact info is below.

Contact Mary Gill:

📧: [email protected]

📞: +1 (630) 390-8852

IG: @marygill24

Contact Derek Malley:

📧: [email protected]

📞: +1 (224) 305-4122

IG: @derek_malley_lends