Our client base is as diverse as the properties we represent.
With extensive experience in the condo, single-family home, investment, and new construction markets, as well the many Chicago neighborhoods & adjacent suburbs, we are well-equipped to help you reach your goals. As advocates for industry excellence, along with a desire for continual education and training, our knowledge is comprehensive, keeping you current in a constantly evolving real estate market.
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Raising Industry Expectations & Standards
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Whether it is through volunteering, collaborating with local businesses, or contributing through donations, we believe no action is too small and together can help make the neighborhoods in which we live and work feel like HOME for all.
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We are here to remove obstacles and create ease during your real estate journey because the journey is truly just as dear as the destination.
Creating Ease in Your Real Estate Journey
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Casey Metz
Molly Fox
crosby downey
Emily Ackerman
Malarie Starosta
Regan
Tate-Hanley
meet our team
KELLY
parker
Malarie Starosta
janet
LEE
kim
quintero
Emily strives to create a positive and engaging experience for her clients, all while bringing a refreshingly candid, yet persistent attitude to the transaction. An expert on many of Chicago’s most popular neighborhoods, Emily leverages her network and resources to accomplish her clients’ goals, and is described by them as savvy, tenacious, and always taking an educational approach.
Serving first-time homebuyers, sellers, investors and developers throughout the city, Emily is committed to her process and helping her clients through each stage of their transaction. She genuinely cares about the people she works with and thinks buying or selling your first home doesn’t have to be a stressful or rigid experience, but fun, collaborative, and memorable.
Emily recognizes that the market is ever-changing, and with that, the needs of her clients. She prides herself on being easily accessible, alert, and responsive when addressing her clients’ needs at all times. Emily has consistently proved herself as an accountable and trusted advisor, and in 2020 was selected by REALTOR Magazine and the National Association of Realtors organization as one of their “30 Under 30” honorees from young professionals across the country.
EMILY ACKERMAN
Senior Broker
Listing Agent
Buyer Agent
Buy/Sell In Tandem
New Construction Development
Real Estate Investing & Advising
SPECIALTIES:
2014-2022 CAR Top Producer Award
2022 Crain's Business - Notable Realtor Award
2020 Who’s Who in Real Estate
2020 National 30 Under 30 Honoree
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A true people-person, Ally loves working directly with clients, helping them curate smooth, positive experiences throughout every stage of the real estate transaction. Her goal is for her clients to enter every transaction feeling calm and seen and for them to leave every transaction feeling satisfied, empowered, and a bit more educated than they began.
As someone who cares deeply for the environment Ally has a received a Green Designation from the National Association of REALTORS and is passionate about teaching clients about the benefits of high performance homes as well as the changes they can make throughout homeownership. Ally also works closely with investors to pinpoint opportunities that best fit her client's needs.
ALly KEENE
LICENSED REAL ESTATE BROKER
Listing Agent
Buyer Agent
SPECIALTIES:
2014-2022 CAR Top Producer team
2022 Crain's Business - Notable Realtor Award
GREEN realtor
ACCOLADES:
Molly appreciates that the purchase or sale of a home is one of the most significant decisions in a person's life. She streamlines the real estate process for her clients by serving as a trusted advisor who works diligently and with integrity on their behalf. From first-time home buyers to sellers looking to upgrade or downsize, Molly oversees every stage of the process through closing, ensuring that her clients’ experiences are as stress-free as possible. She is dedicated to listening to her clients’ needs, helping them to achieve their goals, and remaining a valuable resource for the long term.
A Chicagoland native who grew up in Lincolnshire and currently lives in the North side of the city, Molly is well-versed in the unique neighborhoods of the city and also services many suburbs. Molly earned her B.S. in Communications and Dance at the University of Kansas.
molly fox
Senior broker
Listing Agent
Buyer Agent
Leasing agent
Real estate investing & Advising
SPECIALTIES:
2014-2022 CAR Top Producer Award
2022 Crain's Business - Notable Realtor Award
2020 Who’s Who in Real Estate
ACCOLADES:
A true Chicago native, Casey grew up in the Northern suburbs of Chicago. With a Masters in Social Work, Casey devoted several years to working as a licensed clinical social worker before getting into real estate. Counseling and caring for families in crisis has given her a gift that truly sets her apart as a realtor: empathy. She understands how important it is to identify stressors, and compassionately help guide clients through them during transitional periods. Her experience with conflict resolution has proven to be a huge asset in navigating real estate transactions as well.
Casey prides herself in her approachable style and commitment to her clients. She never takes her eye off of her top priority, which is to partner with her clients who are spread across the city and North Shore. Educating, empowering, and advocating for them is the main goal in order to create the best possible outcome.
CASEY METZ
Senior broker
Listing Agent
Buyer Agent
North shore
Buy/Sell In Tandem
New Construction Development
Real Estate Investing & Advising
SPECIALTIES:
2014-2022 CAR Top Producer Award
2022 Crain's Business - Notable Realtor Award
2020 Who’s Who in Real Estate
ACCOLADES:
Regan transitioned into real estate from a background in sales and hospitality in luxury hotels. Her experience helped shape her appreciation for a high level of service, cultivate her keen attention to detail and sharpen her skills to negotiate. All of which she brings to her career in real estate.
Regan’s enthusiastic attitude and caring nature allow her to foster valuable relationships with her clients while her professionalism and thoroughness help her maintain a distinct level of respect among industry professionals. She focuses on her clients’ needs, while educating and guiding them through each step of the home buying, selling, or renting process. It is her superior dedication to her clients which drives her business.
REGAN TATE-HANLEY
LICENSED REAL ESTATE BROKER
Listing Agent
Buyer Agent
Real Estate Investing & Advising
Luxury leasing
SPECIALTIES:
2014-2022 CAR Top Producer Award
2022 Crain's Business - Notable Realtor Award
2020 Who’s Who in Real Estate
ACCOLADES:
Having served 350+ clients, Malarie understands the ins and outs of the Chicago housing market and just how swiftly things can change. Her philosophy begins with hearing each client’s unique story to create a personalized strategy. Ensuring that her clients are informed, advised, and prepared every step of the journey is of the utmost importance to Malarie.
Striving for authenticity in every aspect of life to unlock one’s true potential is at the core of Malarie’s success and why she fits in so well at Home Collective. She can look to her team members for support, guidance, and mentorship. Collectively, CHC has well over 20 years in the business and closed over $250 million in real estate. It is no wonder they are part of Chicago Association of Realtors Top 1% and on Crain’s list of “2021 Notable Real Estate Brokers”
MALARIE STAROSTA
LICENSED REAL ESTATE BROKER
Listing Agent
Buyer Agent
Real Estate Investing & Advising
leasing
SPECIALTIES:
2014-2022 CAR Top Producer Award
2022 Crain's Business - Notable Realtor Award
2020 Who’s Who in Real Estate
ACCOLADES:
Kelly's professionalism, enthusiasm, integrity, and sharp attention to detail are just a few qualities that have placed her in the top 1% of all Realtors in Chicago. From first-time homebuyers and luxury clients to the city's most visionary builders, Kelly's client base is as diverse as the properties she represents. With extensive experience in the condo, single family home, investment, and new construction markets, she is well equipped to help you reach your goals. As an advocate for industry excellence, along with a craving for continual education and training, her knowledge is extensive, keeping you current in a constantly evolving real estate market.
kelly parker
MEET OUR FOUNDER & FEARLESS LEADER
Listing Agent
Buyer Agent
Buy/Sell In Tandem
New Construction Development
Real Estate Investing & Advising
coach & mentor
SPECIALTIES:
2014-2022 CAR Top Producer Award
2022 Crain's Business - Notable Realtor Award
2020 Who’s Who in Real Estate
ACCOLADES:
Janet is the creative force driving the brand narrative at Home Collective. With an innate passion for storytelling and an eye for design, she's the architect behind the marketing and branding of our collective experience helping you buy/sell your home in Chicago and the neighboring suburbs.
Janet holds a degree in Advertising from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, and has a background working in the digital marketing/advertising space at notable companies including AbbVie and Amazon.
At Home Collective, Janet curates an immersive journey for past, current, and prospective clients. She is also dedicated to fostering relationships with local businesses and organizations through thoughtful collaborations and events.
Every home becomes a chapter in the larger story of The Collective community, and Janet is here to help you tell yours.
janet lee
brand manager
Kim began her real estate career during the sale of her own home in 1998, where she was recruited by an industry veteran. With a broad understanding of Chicago, a knack for presentation, and an ability to connect with prospective clients, Kim has a natural affinity for buying and selling homes. Her innate skills combined with her unwavering pursuit of excellence are at the foundation of a decades-long career spanning from the city to the suburbs.
With a beautifully interconnected client base, it is Kim’s attention to detail and dedication to a high level of service that have allowed her to build a primarily referral based business over the course of 24 years. She is consistently recognized for going above and beyond for her clients and well respected by her peers in the Chicago market. Her current position at Home Collective allows her to leverage her expertise along with cutting edge technology to continue to elevate her clients' experiences during the home buying and selling process.
kIM QUINTERO
senior BROKER
Listing Agent
Buyer Agent
Real Estate Investing & Advising
SPECIALTIES:
2014-2022 CAR Top Producer Award
2022 Crain's Business - Notable Realtor Award
2020 Who’s Who in Real Estate
ACCOLADES:
Crosby is a seasoned real estate professional dedicated to serving the many neighborhoods of Chicago. Originally from Dallas, TX, Crosby made Chicago her home in 2016 after being captivated by its unique blend of cultural richness, architectural marvels, and diverse neighborhoods, which combined create a deep sense of community. All values Crosby leads her business with.
Before delving into real estate, Crosby spent 8 years as an elementary school teacher, honing skills such as patience, empathy, communication, and negotiations. Her time in education provides a distinct advantage in understanding and meeting the diverse needs of her clients, all while educating and empowering them throughout the process.
Crosby's love for envisioning transformative spaces aligns seamlessly with her passion for guiding others home. Having initially lived in the historic Gold Coast neighborhood, she later moved to the outdoorsy South Loop, and now resides in Little Italy, providing a depth of knowledge with Chicago's diverse real estate landscape and unique neighborhood markets
Crosby downey
senior BROKER
Listing Agent
Buyer Agent
Real Estate Investing & Advising
SPECIALTIES:
2014-2022 CAR Top Producer Award
2022 Crain's Business - Notable Realtor Award
2020 Who’s Who in Real Estate
ACCOLADES:
Our clients come from all over the world with unique backgrounds, yet we are all connected by the beautiful city and vibrant neighborhoods of Chicago.
Our work is rooted in the communities in which we serve, and we believe above all else in creating a greater connection to the neighborhoods and city that we call home. We are so humbled and grateful that our clients' experiences have been ones that they've been proud to share with others. It is their consistent referrals and support that not only keep us in business but make us ALL Chicago Home Collective.
