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Elaine Pagels Group

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

5150 Main St. Downers Grove, IL 60515 630-780-1205

2021 Chairman’s Circle Diamond Small Teams 2021 10 Year Legend L-R: Lucy Hilt, Elaine Pagels and Brita Pagels The Elaine Pagels Group is comprised of three generations of brokers who have almost a century of combined experience. They work together or individually for the benefit of their clients resulting in lifelong friendships and referral business. The team’s professional experience includes business ownership, sales, arts, consulting, sustainability planning. The team’s closed real estate transactions rank them in the top half percent of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices of America agents in the country.

MEET THE TEAM:

Elaine Pagels is results-orientated team leader, deeply committed to clients, proactive, and effective in her approach to business. Experienced at navigating tough markets and negotiations, Elaine works diligently to provide her clients with a continuous flow of information, empowering them to make educated decisions. Elaine specializes in working with sellers, buyers, investors, luxury, and relocation clients. For several years Elaine has been a recipient of the Chairman’s Circle ranking her among the top percent of BHHS agents in the country as well as the BHHS Chicago Hall of Fame. Phone: 630.780.1205 epagels@bhhschicago.com Lucy Hilt was named a 2015 Chicago Five Star Real Estate Agent. Lucy, a real estate broker/owner for many years in the Chicago metro area since 1976, specializes in purchases and sales in DuPage County, Cook County, and relocations domestically and internationally. Her total commitment to her clients’ real estate interests generates lifelong clients. Apparently we aren’t the only ones saying, “I Love Lucy”! Phone: 630.780.1204 lhilt@bhhschicago.com Brita Pagels was educated as an urban planner. She works on issues related to the built environment broaching real estate development, historic preservation, sustainability and urban planning. Whether Brita’s clients are looking to relocate, purchase their first home, a luxury home, investment property, or anything in- between, Brita’s superior knowledge of the Chicago and west suburban markets makes her an ideal broker to help you achieve your real estate goals. Phone: 630.780.1214 bpagels@bhhschicago.com Sara Schutte has been working full-time in real estate for four years, but has spent her entire career in training for this multifaceted job! Sara can handle the many moving parts of real estate with ease and confidence and with plenty of personal experience, Sara can appreciate that moving is both a complex and highly emotional time of life. With that level of understanding and her vast prior work experience in tow, Sara has found her forever job in real estate. Phone: 206.696.1520 sschutte@bhhschicago.com Brian O’Neill developed a passion for Real Estate, architecture and design while looking through stacks of “Parade of Homes” magazines during a family move at a young age in his hometown of Kansas City. Since moving to the Chicagoland area in 2009, the discovery of new and ever-changing neighborhoods and towns outside the city has also become a passion. Sharing that knowledge of the different markets has become second nature. Driving long distances, discussing endless remodeling possibilities, touring homes, studying floor plans, reading contracts and even navigating dark crawlspaces are all part of the business; and all done with absolute pleasure. Phone: 913.626.1512 boneill@bhhschicago.com

Natalie Weber

Real Estate Broker

KW Experience Realty

5122 Main St A Downers Grove 60515 (630) 915-1449 NatalieWeber.Realtor@gmail.com

Client Testimonials & Production:

https://www.zillow.com/profile/ natalieweberrealtor

• #1 Individual Agent

Downers Grove 2020 & 2021* • #1 Producer New Construction

Downers Grove 2021* • Top #1 Producer Chicagoland* • 47 Units & Over 27M

Closed ‘21* • 15 Year Experienced Realtor

Downers Grove

*MRED Data 2020-2021 Closed Volume

A Local Trusted Expert

Living it and Loving it! Natalie has been surrounded by the Real Estate business her entire life. Raised in the western suburbs by her mother and grandparents, she grew up with two generations of home builders. Summers were spent on her grandfather’s construction sites. After graduation, Natalie worked for Lehman Brothers in the wholesale mortgage division as an Account Executive. Spending 7 years in account management provided Natalie with extensive finance experience in corporate business-to-business sales and lending. In 2007, Natalie earned her real estate license and a year later she and her husband started a custom home building business, which was their primary focus through 2017. With her extensive lending, investing, and building experience Natalie decided to make her role as a realtor her main focus. Local builders now search out Natalie to market and sell their new construction properties throughout the Western Suburbs. Having had personal experience as a successful real estate investor and builder has given Natalie a unique edge especially for clients that are looking to buy New Construction. When you hire Natalie, you hire a versatile professional that works at the highest level, is a true advocate for her clients, and is known for her sharp negotiation skills. Clients can expect to remain in touch with Natalie long after closing, turning to her as a trusted resource within the community for contractor recommendations or local connections. Your local resource for a lifetime.

Results Oriented, Client Focused

An incredible work ethic, expertise in construction, and local market knowledge are only a few of the reasons Natalie has quickly risen as one of the top selling Real Estate Brokers in not only Downers Grove, but the entire MLS Chicagoland area spanning over 8 Counties. Natalie’s primary goal is customer satisfaction, and 99% of her full time real estate clients are referral based. Her expert knowledge in pricing real estate, sharp eye for marketing, home staging, and her local social media presence has captured the market, resulting in her business doubling year after year. Natalie personally guides each client through one of the biggest financial decisions in their life, all the while ensuring that the clients have all the information to make the best decision for themselves and/or family. She is the main point of contact during the entire home selling/buying process for her clients. She laughs when recounting being described as a “bulldog” by her clients due to her tenacity and perseverance to get a deal to the finish line.

A Sense of Community

Natalie and her husband Luke have lived in Downers Grove for 17 years, during that time they have welcomed their 3 children. The family has had the pleasure of living in 5 different neighborhoods of Downers Grove over the course of two decades! The Weber family truly loves this town and can often be found enjoying the Farmers Market in the summer, painting windows for Halloween in downtown, visiting Santa during the Gingerbread Festival, and enjoying a summer concert or two at Fischel Park. They have experienced a genuine sense of community love that spans all neighborhoods in this town, making them proud to call Downers Grove home. Supporting the community & her clients is a cornerstone of Natalie’s business. From sponsoring youth sports programs to donating to local food pantries to participating in fundraisers, and assisting with community programs, giving back to the community is a priority all year long. Natalie is truly grateful for each client, treating each as though they are a long-time neighbor! A true testament to “Love Where You Live”.

Downers Grove Magazine | Travel

Top 10 Types of Destinations for Family Reunion & Multigenerational Travel

BY VALERIE HARDY

Families across the nation are clamoring for quality time together after being apart for far too long, and more and more people are extolling experiences as the best gifts money can buy, ones that keep on giving through the memories made. However, when planning multigenerational travel or a destination family reunion, there is no onesize-fits-all option. To help you decide on the perfect fit for your family, here are our top 10 types of trips that are sure to be full of fun for the entire fam.

If Midwest is Best

For families centrally located around Chicagoland, a drivable destination may be desirable. Check out these picks recommended by reader Kim Venzon.

Honey Creek Resort at Rathbun Lake - Moravia, IA.

The resort’s pavilion is ideal for hosting family reunions, and the cottages on the property offer an alternative to multiple hotel rooms for larger families. With an indoor waterpark, 18-hole championship golf course, jet skiing, biking, kayaking, fishing and more, your family will fall in love with this locale.

The Roundhouse Retreat Guesthouse Decorah, IA.

A unique geodesic home on a multi-acre wooded property, this is an ideal getaway for families looking to relax, recharge, and have an all-around good time together.

Beachwalk Resort* - Michigan City, IN.

Located across from five miles of uninterrupted Lake Michigan beachfront, nature’s beauty abounds at Beachwalk. Families can rent colorful custom-built homes of varying sizes from Beachwalk Vacation Rentals and travel by foot, bike, or golf cart to all resort amenities, including an interior lake, playground, pool, activity center with Bocci and shuffleboard, and tennis, basketball, and beach volleyball courts.

From recreation to restaurants, everything you need is in one place at an all-inclusive resort. And since everything is paid for in advance, the hassle of haggling over how to split bills is eliminated. Plus, from kids clubs to performances to piña coladas by the pool, there is something for everyone.

Grand Velas* - Riviera Maya, Mexico.

The white sand beaches, stunning Caribbean coastline, and lush Mayan Jungle are the perfect backdrop for family fun in the sun. The resort features three distinctive ambiances – the Ambassador and Zen Grand being the most family-friendly – five signature restaurants and a Baby Concierge, Kids’ Club, and Teens’ Club.

Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana* - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

Situated along the clear waters of Juanillo Beach, this resort offers the ultimate escape and access to an abundance of excursions, including deep-sea fishing. With 12 restaurants and bars on site, even the pickiest eaters will surely find something to please their palates.

Nature & Nurture

To reconnect with nature and each other, families have many options. From dude ranches to camping and glamping, the great outdoors await you. Make reservations well in advance of your travel dates, however, because many venues in this category tend to fill up fast.

The Resort & Ranch at Paws Up* - Greenough, MT.

This 37,000-acre working ranch offers an authentic dude ranch experience with trail rides, cattle drives and chuck wagon dinners. Ten miles of the Blackfoot River flow through the property, and fly-fishing, white-water rafting and many other activities will keep your family busy from sunup to sundown. You will all be ready to hit the hay in one of the resort’s private luxury homes or safari-style tents by day’s end.

Under Canvas*

If a national park or landmark is one your family’s itinerary, check to see if one of Under Canvas’s 10 locations is along the way, and book your stay. You will be one with nature without forgoing any creature comforts when you camp out in one of their upscale, private tents.

Linking Back Up

If your family enjoys golf and you want a destination guaranteed to be a hole in one, these resorts are right on course.

La Cantera Resort & Spa* - San Antonio, TX.

Situated atop the highest elevation point in the city and near attractions like the famed River Walk, the resort is home to a Championship Golf Course, La Cantera Golf Club. To relax after a round of golf, visit the resort’s sizeable spa with outdoor Sky Loft Treatment Suites or one of five sparkling pools before retreating to one of the property’s individual rooms or highly appointed villas and suites.

Casa de Campo Resort & Villas* La Romana, Dominican Republic

Open for nearly 50 years, Casa de Campo was the first resort in the Dominican Republic. It features three Pete Dye golf courses and three pristine white sand beaches along with a wide variety of guest room options and breathtaking vacation villas. Come for the golf, and stay for all the privacy and luxury this resort offers.

Carving out Family Time on the Slopes is Sure to Lift Your Spirits

Love to ski or snowboard (or simply après-ski)? Grab your gear and visit one of these recommended mountain retreats.

Big Sky Resort* - Big Sky, MT.

Direct flights into Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, only 45 minutes from Big Sky, make this one of the easiest ski towns to access. The resort has numerous hotel and vacation rental accommodation options and an extensive list of winter activities: skiing, ziplining, dogsledding, snow mobiling, snowshoe tours, sleigh rides and more. Bundle up and come visit.

Edgewood Tahoe Resort* - Stateline, NV.

Located near the Heavenly Mountain Resort, this resort provides luxurious lodge packages and villa suite options for when you come to ski the Sierra Nevada Mountains. From morning yoga to hot cocoa socials and evening s’mores, all resort activities are complimentary for guests. With its Edgewood on Ice ice-skating experience in South Lake Tahoe, this alpine retreat is right there for you to reconnect with loved ones.