Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates and Arlington Heights, Illinois real estate listings, home buying, selling and relocation information

Karen is among the top 1% of all Realtors nationwide.

Why choose Karen Kusek?
Because she is... Your Award Winning Realtor!

Karen Kusek has been selling homes since 1976. With over 30 years experience, her expertise will make your move smooth and as hassle free as possible.

I never place any limits on what it takes to help you.

Karen's Professional Background

Realtor - Chicago's Northwest Suburbs - 30 years
Teacher - Business Education - Arlington High School - 6 years

Professional Designations and Memberships

Broker Associate
This is one of the most stringent set of courses that can be completed by a real estate agent. Courses taken for a broker's designation include topics such as appraisal, real estate law, contracts, ethics, mortgages, brokerage and management and closing procedures. This designation provides the ability for a Realtor to open an office. The benefit to you is your peace of mind when hiring a Realtor who knows what procedures to follow.

CRS - Certified Residential Specialist
A Certified Residential Specialist is a real estate professional who has special expertise in listing, selling, taxation with regard to residential real estate, plus a proven sales record of real estate sales and experience. Fewer than 2% of Realtors nationwide have achieved this level of excellence. This designation provides its own referral network, a higher level of education, up-to-the-minute industry information designed to help the agent provide smooth transactions that are as worry-free as possible. When you choose a CRS, you can feel secure knowing you have chosen a professional who is committed to a high level of service.

GRI - A Graduate of Graduate Realtors Institute
Realtors who attain the GRI designation have established themselves in the real estate community as an expert in their field. A GRI has acquired advanced knowledge in the fields of listings, contracts, license law, investment real estate, negotiations, buyer agency. It is one of the most prestigious designations in residential real estate sales. Karen has successfully completed her GRI designation and is committed to continuing education to stay on top of new trends in the marketplace.

LTG - A Leadership Training Graduate
The LTG designation focuses on personal and professional development The designation recognizes those members who excel in career leadership through the dynamic mix of education and experience. The benefit to you, knowing you are working with an agent who is a leader in the real estate field.

ABR - Accredited Buyer Representative
Karen works with both buyers and sellers and in order to better serve her buyer clients, she fulfilled the requirements to become an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR). This designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. It is awarded to agents who have met the specified educational and practical experience criteria.

The Performance Management Network
The Performance Management Network is a designation that teaches real-world skills. Skills include negotiating strategies and tactics, networking and referral methods, organizational management skills, personal performance management, cultural differences in buying and selling. The benefit to you is, Karen is committed to ongoing education and professional excellence.

Greater O'Hare Association
The Greater O'Hare Association of Industry & Commerce is dedicated to being the premier regional business organization of Northern Illinois. Its focus is to provide members with business and personal development through networking, education and marketing opportunities. They are committed to growing and sustaining a strong regional community by providing business advocacy, networking opportunities and supporting philanthropic causes. The benefit to you is, Karen is continually looking for opportunities to market her listings and find new business.

Past President Women's Council of Realtors

Past Director of Northwest Association of Realtors

Member of two multiple listing services
M.A.P. Multiple Listing Service
MLSNI - Multiple Listing Service of Northern Illinois

Formal Education

Bachelor of Science Degree, Illinois State University
Masters of Science Degree, Northern Illinois University

Professional Achievements

Over 1600 homes successfully closed
Has over $250 million in career sales
Member $18 Million Dollar Club
100% Club 1983-2005
Platinum 1994-2005

100% Club Re/Max International 1983-1998

100% Club Re/Max International 1983-2005
Less than 25% of Re/Max Members qualify for the Re/Max 100% Club which is based on sales production for the year. Each of those inducted produce annual sales volume in excess of $3 million in real estate value, far above the industry average.

Platinum Club Re/Max International 1994-1997

Platinum Club Re/Max International 1994-2005
Qualification for the Re/Max Platinum Club is based on sales production for the year. Those inducted must have annual sales volume in excess of $8 million in real estate. Less that three percent of Re/Max Members achieve such status.

Awarded Re/Max International "Hall of Fame" 1987
"To become a member of the Re/Max Hall of Fame, you have distinguished yourself as one of the elite in the entire real estate industry. In your career with Re/Max, you have produced real estate sales exceeding those of entire sales staffs of other companies. This extraordinary professional achievement along with dedication and loyalty qualified you for a place of honor in the Re/Max Hall of Fame."

Received Re/Max International "Lifetime Achievement Award" 1996
The Re/Max Lifetime Achievement award is presented to members who have been affiliated with the Re/Max organization at least seven years and have helped 1,000 or more families in buying and selling real estate.

Buying or selling a home is filled with a lot of anxiety. Karen's mission is to help you achieve your real estate goals.

Karen utilizes the best available technologies to serve her clients. She's always available to answer your questions.

Karen's Team includes an Administrative Assistant, Jennifer Taylor. Together they are productive without sacrificing the personal service that has made Karen successful. Karen's Team will make every effort to ensure that you and your family are comfortable, confident and informed throughout the buying and/or selling process.

Karen also has a network of knowledgeable professionals who will handle all aspects of her clients' transactions quickly, efficiently and hassle-free.

The Kusek Team also offers a Client Appreciation Program, this program provides valuable information each month regarding home ownerships, safety tips, Holiday recipes and more. Please email us or phone us if you would like to become part of this Program.