10/19/2026
Q3 2026 | New Beginnings, Full Circles & Bittersweet Goodbyes
Reflecting on Q3, Iām reminded that real estate is about so much more than buying and selling homes. Itās about relationships, milestones, and the next chapters in peopleās lives.
We kicked off the quarter helping longtime clients sell their West Town condo after 15 years. They trusted my advice on pre-listing improvements, including a primary bath remodel, kitchen refresh, refinished floors, and fresh paint. The result? A full-price offer after just one week on the market!
Shortly after, a family friend needed help with a heartbreaking estate sale on a tight timeline. In two weeks, the home was cleared and ready for market, and two weeks later, we were under contract for over asking. Sometimes this job is about helping people navigate difficult transitions with compassion and care.
Next, a client who bought his first Lakeview condo with me in 2018 came back. Now newly engaged, he and his fiancĆ©e were ready to trade their one-bedroom for a three-bedroom while staying on the North Side. Being invited back for a clientās next chapter is incredibly rewarding.
And finally, a listing close to my heart: my grannyās home in Franklin Park. Itās been a backdrop for our family since 1993, filled with birthdays, Thanksgivings, and Fourth of July celebrations. Bringing it to market has been bittersweet. Every home has a story, and sometimes that story is your own.
Q4 is off to a strong start, with a little help from Chicagoās beautiful October weather. Despite elevated rates and affordability challenges, buyer demand remains steady, and well-prepared, well-priced homes continue to draw attention.
Iām so grateful to the clients, friends, and family who trust me, whether itās a first home, a forever home, or saying goodbye to one filled with memories.
Hereās to the homes that hold our stories and the new chapters waiting to be written.
