CINDY SPECHT
About Me
Enamored with Chicago's natural and built beauty, diversity of people and communities, vibrant energy, and accessibility to world-class arts, architecture, and culture, I chose this city as my home more than two decades ago. With over 24 years of experience living and working in Edgewater, Ravenswood, Lakeview, Old Irving Park, River North, and the Loop, I’m an expert on Chicago's downtown and north side neighborhoods.
Prior to becoming a REALTOR®, I garnered years of professional success in interior design, consulting, marketing, and business leadership—experience I put to work for you! Helping you relax and enjoy the process of buying, selling, or leasing, confidently knowing you're supported by the team, technology, expertise, and innovation of Chicago's #1 Real Estate Brokerage, @properties.
I've long been fascinated by the impact environments have on people in their homes, workplaces, and communities—on how they act, feel, and thrive—or not. I understand the emotional, practical, and financial significance your real estate investments will have on your life and finances, and I'm honored to help guide you.
Whether you're motivated by design, size, community, views, lifestyle amenities, personal/family needs, or straight up investment goals, I provide the expertise, personal service, and market insights to ensure top value and peace of mind through my
Thorough client interview process which dives deep to pin point your critical needs and wants.
Ability to see the design potential or drawbacks of space helps you quickly discern if/how to maximize your current or future home or office.
Strategic use of marketing to drive increased exposure for your property.
Business, technology, and project management skills to take the worry and hassles off your mind.
Personal attention and commitment to excellent customer service that turns this milestone moment into an experience you can enjoy.
As a former real estate agent, I can connect you with top quality real estate agents in Chicago or around the nation. Whether you're looking to down-size, up-size, age-in-place, find a second home, provide living accommodations for parents, or evaluate an active, independent, or assisted living solution, I can help you navigate real estate choices to help you achieve your lifestyle and financial goals.
An Interior Design B.S. graduate of the University of Wisconsin, Madison, I joined @properties in 2018.
I believe every person deserves a home where they can thrive! To that end, I am honored to serve on the Advisory Board for Humble Design Chicago. And I believe we become stronger individuals as all of our Chicago communities grow stronger. As such, I’m invested in enhancing my current neighborhood of Edgewater by serving on the Berger Park Advisory Council and in enhancing neighborhoods throughout Chicago as a member of Impact Grants Chicago.
I’m inspired by the beauty around, between, and within each of us—encouraging daily moments of joy in my Embracing Joy Blog. Because creative exploration and natural beauty is key to my personal joy, I’m a member of the National Parks Foundation and Creative Women's Co. I also create original pen and ink drawings of homes to capture the joy of a new home or to celebrate memories of a loved past home.
WHY A REALTOR®?
REALTORS® aren’t just agents. They’re professional members of the National Association of REALTORS® and subscribe to its strict code of ethics. Below are some of the differences I provide you as a REALTOR®:
An expert guide
Objective information and opinions
Property marketing power
Negotiation knowledge
Up-to-date experience
Your rock during emotional moments
Ethical treatment
Read more about 7 Reasons to Work with a REALTOR®
WHY @properties?
As the #1 brokerage firm in Chicago, @properties is committed to delivering the highest level of service in local real estate, using the best and marketing and technology to give you a leg up in our marketplace!
WHY A SRES?
A Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®) is uniquely qualified to help you take the next step. As someone over the age of 50, your needs aren't the same as a first-time home buyer or seller. You might be looking to retire, down-size, up-size, join an active adult community, or purchase a second home. Whatever reason you may have for considering a move, you can depend me to guide you through every part of the process.
4 Reasons to Work with a SRES®
WHY A RENE?
A Real Estate Negotiation Expert is trained to help you maximize your investment. Skilled agents advocate on your behalf to get you to a WIN, negotiating to get your best possible outcome to achieve your financial and and move goals. I’ll work with you to determine a negotiation strategy up front, well before a deal is on the table, to ensure maximum results when considering making or accepting an offer.