Monica Balder

As a proud Chicagoland native and a passionate real estate professional with 27 years of experience, I’m dedicated to making every real estate journey a positive and rewarding one. I know this area inside and out and I genuinely enjoy helping people discover the perfect place to call home or successfully sell a property that holds special memories.

My clients appreciate my hands-on approach, attentive listening and unwavering support from start to finish. I believe that every client deserves exceptional service and personal guidance, whether you’re buying your very first home, moving up, downsizing or investing. I’m here to answer your questions, provide honest advice and offer creative solutions tailored to your unique situation.

Over the years, I’ve guided buyers and sellers through all kinds of market conditions, including fast-moving markets, inventory shortages and everything in between. From prepping your home for sale and crafting compelling marketing strategies, to skillfully negotiating multiple offers and navigating inspection issues (with trusted contractor referrals and competitive bids), I’m right by your side. I’ll help you make sense of mortgage processes, appraisal details and any challenges that might pop up along the way.

My goal is to turn what can feel like a stressful process into an enjoyable, empowering experience; one where you feel informed, confident and excited for what’s next. I measure my success by your satisfaction, and I truly value the lifelong relationships I build with my clients. If you’re ready to take the next step, I’d be honored to help you reach your real estate goals and celebrate with you at the finish line!

* I provide complimentary home staging on my listings as needed.
* Licensed in Illinois as a Professional Real Estate Negotiator with 27 years of experience.
* Lifetime resident of the Northern Suburbs and Chicago (Barrington, Chicago, Deerfield, Evanston, Glenview, Libertyville
and Skokie).
* Top Baird & Warner Certified Relocation Specialist.
* SIRVA Certified
* Preferred Weichert Relocation Specialist
* Over $160 million in sales.
* Specializing in the Bannockburn, Barrington, Deerfield, Evanston, Glencoe, Glenview, Highland Park, Kenilworth, Lake
Bluff, Lake Forest, Libertyville, Lincolnshire, Mettawa, Northbrook, Northfield, Riverwoods, Wilmette and Winnetka area.
* Awarded Recognition of #1 Deerfield Listing Agent
* Awarded Recognition of #1 Winnetka Office Producer
* Top 1% Member of Baird & Warner Exclusive Founder's Club
* Top 5% of North Shore-Barrington Association of REALTORS
* LeadingRE Specialist (LRS)
* Customer Reviews available on my website under "About Me"