Chris Mundy

Overview: <br/>Licensed and full-time REALTOR associate serving buyers and sellers in the majority of Chicago neighborhoods including (but not limited to) Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Old Town, Gold Coast, The Loop, South Loop, West Loop, Bucktown and Wicker Park neighborhoods. Expertise includes knowledge of neighborhoods, inventory of homes, closed comparables, interior design trends and most importantly negotiation. Past experiences includes the purchase and sale of new construction, condo-conversion, condos, town-homes, lofts, and single family homes in Chicago. Each client is also surrounded with an experienced team of professionals with a knowledge base and expertise in finance/lending, real estate law and home inspection services. <br/> <br/>Background: <br/> Chris leverages his experience as a former communications and marketing executive to develop successful strategies to market each property; while his business background leads to his greatest strength of property valuation and negotiation. He also possesses a comprehensive knowledge of Chicago's seventy-two neighborhoods and the benefits each unique neighborhood offers its residents. A thorough grasp of residential real estate marketing tactics, a keen knowledge of the Chicago market, superior listening skills and attention to detail, make Chris the model REALTOR associate. His true satisfaction comes from his client's ultimate happiness which is supported thru their many testimonials and his referral-based business. <br/> <br/>Results: <br/> Chris has been recognized by Chicago Association of Realtors as a TOP-PRODUCER since 2005, a top 50 agent at his brokerage (of more than 1,000 agents) and awarded the "Hardest Working Agent" award for 2010 by @properties. He has also been awarded the FIVE STAR real estate agent award for five consecutive years since 2011 (fewer than 7 percent of real estate agents in the Chicago area receive this award). In addition to being a "Road to the Rolex" recipient by @properties for sales volume and service in 2012. His most proudest accomplishment was being recognized in 2016 with the Chicago Association of Realtors Community Service Award for his work with various charities throughout Chicago.&nbsp; <br/> <br/>Philosophy: <br/> "Real estate is a client-service oriented business. The purchase or sale of a home is one of the largest investments an individual will make in his/her lifetime and it is emotional. I pride myself on giving clients a balanced perspective; while taking into account their emotional needs, as well as their financial future. Finding a home that meets all of their criteria and is a sound long term investment is my goal as their trusted advisor." <br/> <br/>Personal: <br/> Chris earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Michigan State University in 1996. Post graduate studies include the University of Chicago and a Stanford University program. A native of Michigan, Chris has called Chicago home for the past twenty years, living in Evanston, Lincoln Park and Bucktown. He is a member of the Wicker Park/Bucktown Chamber of Commerce, the Council on Foreign Relations, Chicago History Musuem, Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago Architecture Foundation, Museum of Contemporary Art and The Art Institute. Chris is also a longtime volunteer and supporter of the Off the Street Club charity. He donates a portion from each transaction to the club. When not assisting clients; Chris enjoys the many restaurants, museums, and cultural events of Chicago; as well as basketball, skiing, writing, photography and international travel.