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Client Spotlight: Chicago Suburbs Real Estate Leaders

Monday, August 18, 2025 | By: Martina Magnusson

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At Martina Magnusson Photography, we specialize in Chicago Suburban Real Estate photography, delivering professional listing stills and drone photography to help top-producing agents win listings and attract buyers. We’re also known as a trusted Chicago Real Estate & Portrait Photographer, serving agents, teams, and brokerages throughout the region.

This month’s I'm elated to share some of the best agents and teams making a big impact on the western suburbs of Chicago, all part of the growing community inside the Chicago Suburban Real Estate Gallery.

 The Schiller Team (Elmhurst & Lombard)
  • Top‑producing team in Elmhurst and DuPage County with over $153 million in sales in 2023 and $1+ billion lifetime sales.
    Website:
    https://theschillerteam.com/
  • Office locations:
    Elmhurst: 130 W Park Ave & 469 S Spring Rd, Elmhurst, IL 60126
    Lombard office: 9 S Park Ave, Lombard, IL 60148 
  • Notable agents on the team include Tim Schiller and Kate Drury - Meet the Team

    Kate Drury (Elmhurst / Lombard)
  • Born and raised in Elmhurst; 7+ years with The Schiller Team, over $45 million in sales, with 20+ years in sales Read Bio
  • Based in Lombard; deeply involved in local schools and community @properties+11@properties+11The Schiller Team+11.
  • Highly rated (5.0/5) for professionalism and local knowledge - Check out Zillow page.

Carrie & Renee Team (Glen Ellyn)
  • Founding brokers of Compass Glen Ellyn office; 25+ years in business, $392 million total sales 
    The Carrie & Renee Team Website - https://thecarrieandreneeteam.com/
  • Named #1 Compass Team in Glen Ellyn (2019–2024)
  • Recognized for integrity, expertise, and hands-on service 
  • Offices/contact: 490 Pennsylvania Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137; phone (630) 207‑5538 or (630) 292‑8147 
Jen (Jennifer) Iaccino (Glen Ellyn / Elmhurst)
  • Award-winning REALTOR® based in Elmhurst and Glen Ellyn; over $100 million in sales -
    Website: https://www.atproperties.com/agents/5531/jennifer-iaccino
  • Leads the Jen Iaccino Group, offering full-service marketing including photography, drone videos, floor plans, and social media promotion 
  • Highly rated in Zillow and Homes.com; serves Chicago suburbs.
Kristine & Terri Strouse (Team Strouse – Naperville, Baird & Warner)
  • Kristine Strouse is a broker with 13+ years at Baird & Warner serving Naperville.
  • They operate as a team (“Team Strouse Realtors”) specializing in sale and staging services .
  • Website
  • Facebook
Sabrina Conti (Your Home Group / Baird & Warner – Chicagoland)
  • Co-founder of Your Home Group, active around Schaumburg, Elk Grove & Chicago | Website
Michael Pochron (@properties Christie's – Western Springs area)
  • A top‑rated, Five‑Star agent with CNC and SRES credentials, over 100 client reviews | Website
Carrie Pikulik (@properties Christie's – Elmhurst)
  • Elmhurst native with 150M+ in sales since 2010, member of Schiller Team 
  • LinkedIn
Jason Nash (Jason Nash & Sarah Diana?)
  • Jason Nash appears as a top agent with @properties Christie's Chicago 
    Named 1 of Chicago's Top Real Estate Agents
Mary Wilson (Compass / Mary & Bill Wilson Team – Hinsdale)
  • Licensed broker with Compass, praised for top‑notch service 
  • Website
Katie Chivilo (@properties – Elmhurst/Western Suburbs)
  • Licensed since 2003, expert in DuPage & Cook County markets 
  • Website
Rob Brannigan (@properties – Downers Grove)
  • Realtor in Downers Grove; client-first approach, ~10 years in business 
  • Website 
Rich Hagmeyer
  • Based in Naperville, affiliated with Baird & Warner since 1998.
  • Won over 1,400 family moves; consistently high-performing broker with personal service focus 
  • Contact: (630) 602‑8187 at 836 W 75th St, Naperville
  • Website  | Yelp Listing 
Alex (Alexander) Abramowicz
  • Serves Downers Grove and Hinsdale via Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago.
  • Grew up locally; deals in luxury, high-end, and investment properties.
  • Over $50M in sales, praised as “professional and knowledgeable… treated us like family” 
  • Elmhurst-based with @properties Christie’s—9 years in the business.
  • Sold 32+ homes last 12 months ($185K–$1.7M range), 5.0⭐ reviews for communication and guidance.
  • Part of the Jenn Iaccino Group; known for empathy and strong client advocacy.
  • Website
Maureen Flavin (aka Maureen Kerrigan Flavin)
  • Real estate broker in Downers Grove, with Berkshire Hathaway.
  • Earned President’s Circle, Top Listing Agent, and Five‑Star awards (2019–2023).
  • Background in environmental engineering and strong analytical skills 
  • Editorial
Cathy Packer
  • Broker associate with Baird & Warner, based in La Grange and Naperville suburbs.
  • Commended for integrity, market knowledge, calm demeanor; 5⭐ customer reviews.
  • Specializes in Elmhurst, Lombard, Aurora, and investor properties.
  • Website
Erin Walker
  • Broker with The Schiller Team (@properties) located in Elmhurst/Lombard.
  • Email: ewalker@atproperties.com · Mobile: (630) 824‑7339 | Website 
Julie Ryan
  • Realtor® at Baird & Warner, based in Downers Grove since 2013.
  • Licensed 9 years; provides responsive service throughout Chicagoland.
  • Contact: (630) 339‑6381 | Website 
Aaron Airhart
  • Agent/Broker serving Western Springs (formerly with Smothers Realty Group and RE/MAX).
  • Licensed ~17 years with a strong reputation in negotiation and responsiveness
  • Website
Bridget Duniec
  • Realtor® at @properties Christie's in St. Charles and North Naperville.
  • Known for energetic service and tech-savvy approach;
  • Phone:  630‑631‑6962 | Website
Karen Bailey Meyer
  • Broker with Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty in Hinsdale.
  • 30+ years of real estate and legal experience; former commercial development co-owner 
  • Website
Corey Schraw
  • Broker at Compass in Glen Ellyn/Wheaton; 17+ years licensed.
  • Specializes in rehabbing/restoration of older homes; Chairman’s Club member
  • Website
Sabrina Conti Erangey
  • Co-founder of Your Home Group at Baird & Warner; based in Schaumburg/Chicagoland.
  • 11+ years in real estate with top-rated client experience.
  • Website
Nicole Bokich
  • Broker at @properties Christie's in Hinsdale and surrounding western suburbs.
  • High client satisfaction for buying/selling; boutique, hands-on style.
  • Website
Margie (Marge) Stefani
  • Realtor at @properties Christie's International, serving Hinsdale, Burr Ridge, Clarendon Hills, Elmhurst & Western Springs
  • Nationally recognized with approx. $10M in annual volume and 9 transactions, per RealTrends Verified.
  • Client reviews highlight her class, market knowledge, and behind-the-scenes excellence.
  • Website
Molly Radoha
  • Broker at @properties Christie's, part of The Schiller Team in Elmhurst/Lombard.
  • Rrecognized as Elmhurst’s top agent and part of DuPage’s #1 team.
  • Phone: (630) 408‑3069 | Website
Peggie (Peggy) Costello
  • Realtor® with @properties, serving Naperville, Downers Grove, Glen Ellyn, Lombard & Wheaton
  • Awards include Top 2% in sales for Mainstreet Association, featured in Chicago Agent Who’s Who 2021–2023.
  • Certified staging consultant and negotiation expert.
    Website | Zillow
Kathleen (Kathleen Anderson‑) LaManna
  • Managing Broker for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck in Bloomingdale, IL.
  • Licensed 19 years; deals in quality-focused, strategic market presentation and negotiation (32 closed sales, $10.3M over 5 years).
  • Phone: (630) 745‑1376
  • Email: klamanna@starckre.com  | Website
Rick / Jason Ricke & Ricke Realty
  • Ricke Realty LLC: Oak Brook & Elmhurst-based brokerage, specializing in negotiation and commercial/residential services.  | Website
  • Jason Ricke: Licensed appraiser and agent with 25+ years, involved in $2 B+ of property transactions.  | Zillow

About the Group

This dedicated group is your go-to destination for exploring professionally photographed real estate listings in Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. Created by renowned photographer Martina Magnusson, the group serves as both a showcase of visual excellence and a hub for real estate conversations.

Group Highlights:

  • Feature-Rich Listings: Every home spotlighted in this group has been expertly photographed by Martina Magnusson, ensuring the highest visual quality.
  • Professional Network: Connect with top-tier realtors, buyers, and industry insiders.
  • Market Intelligence: Get regular updates on local market trends, neighborhood insights, and property highlights.
  • Inspiring Visuals: Enjoy a curated feed of some of the most aesthetically captivating real estate photography in the Chicago region.

Why Top Agents Trust Martina Magnusson Photography

Whether you need real estate still photography to highlight a home’s best features or aerial drone photography to show off location and property scale, Martina Magnusson Photography is the partner trusted by top-producing teams like The Schiller Team, Carrie & Renee, and Jen Iaccino.

We’re proud to be the Chicago Suburban Real Estate photographer of choice for agents who want their listings to stand out online and in print.

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By joining, you're not just browsing listings — you're entering a community where every post tells a story through the lens of artistic precision and real estate expertise. If you love clean lines, warm lighting, sharp staging, and vibrant neighborhood character — this is the group for you!

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