LAKE FOREST, IL USA – Kevin Rynes, Managing Broker for the Lake Forest office of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, is pleased to announce the return of award-winning broker Anne Hardy to the firm. Previously a top producing broker with Coldwell Banker, Anne closed close to $17 million in residential real estate in 2022. She will work out of the firm’s Lake Forest office located at 778 N. Western Avenue.
Rynes said, “I’ve known Anne for many years and am so glad that she returned to BHHS Chicago. She has an exceptional reputation as a talented and knowledgeable broker. As a result, her business is largely based on referrals, something she is proud of and takes very seriously. We are so glad to welcome her back to BHHS Chicago.”
Anne added, “I returned to BHHS Chicago for many reasons. I love the support, collaboration, and leadership here as well as the feeling that it’s a family. Clients see and feel that depth of support too in terms of administrative assistance and robust technology offerings as well as mortgage, title and insurance expertise. As I work with my clients to guide them through the process and minimize stress, it’s great for them to see I have an experienced team at the ready should they need anything. I truly consider BHHS Chicago my home.”
Anne is known for her positive demeanor and collaborative nature. She is an exceptional listener, strong communicator and fiercely protects her clients’ best interests. A leading relocation specialist, Anne was part of the 2022 Coldwell Banker International President’s Circle and was named among the Top 1% of REALTORS® based on volume by the Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS® (MORe). She has received consistent and significant recognition and awards over the years including: BHHS Chairman's Circle Platinum in 2021, Chairman's Circle Gold in 2020, President’s Circle for 2018 and 2019; Centurion Award in 2016 and 2017 (Top 1% of Century 21 agents); Century 21 Quality Service Award for 2016 and 2017; Kreuser & Seiler Top Agent for Client Service Award for 2016 and 2017; Raving Fan Award for Quality Service in 2016; Top 100 Agent Award in 2016 and 2017; Emerald Award Winner in 2015; Raving Fan Award in 2015; and Top 100 Agent Award for 2015.
Anne recognizes Chicago as a world class city with beautiful Lake Michigan as its backdrop. She enjoys and is a big supporter of its restaurants, cultural activities, and sporting events. She has lived in both Cook and Lake Counties and can provide exceptional insight into the many wonderful neighborhoods and communities that Chicago and the suburbs have to offer. She is knowledgeable about schools and amenities like park districts, sports clubs, restaurants, biking locations, activities for kids, commute times and cultural offerings. In her free time, Anne enjoys walking in the Open Lands, taking her dogs to the beach, and volunteering for North Chicago Community Partners as a tutor/mentor and coordinating an annual food drive to benefit their Family Care Closet. Anne also enjoys reading and sets annual goals for herself using the Goodreads app.
To reach Anne Hardy, please call her at 847-436-1075 or email her at ahardy@bhhschicago.com.
About Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chiacgo
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago is a full-service real estate firm with more than 1,300 real estate professionals and staff in 22 offices serving customers throughout the Chicago metropolitan area, the North Shore, West and Southwest communities, Southern Wisconsin, Northwest Indiana and Harbor Country, Michigan. Recognized as a Top Workplace in Chicago, their local roots are complemented by the extensive global reach of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, one of the nation’s leading real estate brands. Clients can experience all-inclusive homeownership services from their affiliated companies: Prosperity Home Mortgage, Fort Dearborn Title, and HomeServices Insurance. Visit BHHSChicago.com.