Originally from Arlington Heights, Dawn has lived in McHenry County for 30+ years. Dawn earned a degree in Communicative Disorders from Elmhurst University. This degree, coupled with extensive studies in psychology, has made Dawn able to effectively communicate and negotiate with both clients, and agents, toward the best outcome for all parties. As a former marina owner, the Chain of Lakes area is close to Dawn's heart, and she is able to help buyers and sellers pinpoint which area amenities are important to find, or highlight. She married and raised a family in McHenry County. Dawn's clients describe her as detail oriented, energetic, fun to be around and focused on educating during the process. Whether a renter, buyer, seller or investor, Dawn thinks of her clients as family, and treats them the same. She strives to make the real estate process as fluid, successful, and low stress as possible. Dawn has extensive contacts that help to make the transaction successful, and professional service providers that can help for years to come. Dawn has excellent negotiation skills, cutting edge marketing, and invaluable connections that ensure a smooth transaction for her clients. Her credo is "Every Move Matters" and she takes pride in educating both her sellers and buyers to achieve the best possible outcome. She believes that real estate is not a job or career; It's a way of helping others to live their best lives.