Marlene is an experienced real estate professional who brings a unique competitive edge to her clients: highly effective marketing, sales and negotiation skills honed by her 9 years in real estate and a 20-year track record as a top marketing/sales professional in the highly competitive high tech industry. In addition to her proven sales skills, Marlene focuses on making the entire process as easy as possible for her clients, giving them peace of mind. Common comments from clients include, “Marlene’s service is first-rate – there are none better,” and “With Marlene, you know you’re in good hands, every step of the way.”

Marlene’s approach to successful home marketing focuses on creating excitement about the property as well as focusing on the target audience. She spends hours preparing a property to be “market ready,” because in this challenging market, each and every property must put its best face forward. Her marketing strategy spans all avenues (mail, newspaper, website, email, M.L.S., digital still shots, and home video tours), and because of her background and proficiency in these mediums, she ensures the most effective marketing exposure of her client’s home.

Marlene’s approach to assisting buyers takes the long, and often confusing, process out of home buying; giving her clients comfort in knowing that all the details are taken care of. She extensively researches and understands the wants, needs and lifestyles of her clients. Her hands-on approach is methodical, highly organized and thorough. Her clients say she listens to everything they say and gets a feel for what they want.

Marlene is a lifelong resident of the North Shore area. She grew up in Lake Forest and currently resides in Wilmette with her husband and teenage daughter. She holds a BA in Liberal Arts from Ohio University.