Perhaps you have had a chance to review this site and learn a little bit more about the North Shore.  Now let me share with you my qualifications.

You receive top notch knowledge of the area.
Carrie is a fourth generation resident of Winnetka/Chicago.
She grew up in downtown Chicago and attended the Latin School of Chicago.
She has lived in Winnetka with her husband and two children since 1991.
Her in-depth knowledge of both Chicago and the North Shore will benefit you and your family, especially if relocating here.

You receive professional service with Carrie's education and business background.

Bachelor's degree in Economics from Smith College

MBA from the University of Wisconsin - Madison - double major in Marketing and Finance

Marketing Research and Consulting - serviced large institutional, industrial, and consumer corporations.

Market Research Manager for Recycled Paper Products

Carrie's finance and marketing background coupled with her knowledge of the area's housing market serves you well.

Key to the sale of any house is a good marketing plan and an understanding of the finances involved so that you can make the decisions that are right for you. Critical for the purchase of any house is the ability to listen to your needs and creatively assist you in understanding your financing options, as well as, understanding the resale potential and marketing advantages of any house you may purchase.

You benefit from a full-time dedicated professional.

Illinois Real Estate Salesperson's License

Illinois Real Estate Broker's License

National Association of RealtorsŪ designations or certifications:

CRS (Certified Residential Specialist) - CRS is the highest designation awarded to residential RealtorsŪ and is earned by less than 5% of all RealtorsŪ.

GRI (Graduate of the RealtorŪ Institute)

ABR (Accredited Buyer's Representative)

e-Pro - The only NAR approved Internet Certification Program.

I am committed to a career in real estate.  Evidence of this is my belief in placing a premium on continuing education so that you can be the beneficiary of the latest information, technology, and skills.  These professional results and credentials benefit you, as they are indicative of my commitment to being the best now and in the future.  These designations attest to my professionalism and determination to learn the most to best serve you.

My high level of involvement in the Real Estate Profession provides industry insight.

Member of the following associations, organizations, and committees:

National Association of RealtorsŪ

Illinois Association of RealtorsŪ

North Shore Barrington Association of RealtorsŪ

Technology Committee of the North Shore Barrington Association of RealtorsŪ

Professional Standards Committee for the North Shore Barrington Association of RealtorsŪ

Women's Council of RealtorsŪ - Program Chair and President Elect for 2006.

I believe in the philosophy espoused by Theodore Roosevelt that: "Every man owes a part of his time and money to the business or industry in which he is engaged. No man has a moral right to withhold his support from an organization that is striving to improve conditions within his sphere."

My high level of community involvement helps provide more inside information about the community.

I believe in being extremely active in the community in which I live.   The more I serve my community, the better it can serve all of us.  My current and past involvement includes:          

Board of Directors of Winnetka Public Schools Foundation

The Auxiliary Board of the Art Institute (Past President)

The Art Institute of Chicago Trustee Committee on Education  

Outreach Council of the Field Museum of Natural History (Past President)

Field Museum Trustee Committee for Marketing and Public Programs                     

Woman's Board of Northwestern Memorial Hospital (Assistant Secretary)

Winnetka Garden Club (Treasurer)  

Greeley School PTA

Skokie Washburne School PTA

Christ Church Pastoral Care Committee

Christ Church Choir

This lends some insight into some of my personal interests.  With this involvement, I can familiarize you with many of the North Shore's and Chicago's "cultural gems" with first hand knowledge and constant networking

Depend on a family focus if you have children young or old.

As an active parent of two children with diverse interests, I am a wealth of knowledge regarding the opportunities available to children in the area, such as: nursery schools, park district sports programs, AYSO soccer, gymnastics, music lessons, figure skating, and more.

Results Count!  Count on Carrie for quality service and dedication you can trust.

My Knowledge of the market, high level of community involvement, tenacity and expertise make me qualified to assist you with all of your real estate needs. 

I look forward to the opportunity to be of service.

Count on Carrie for a Shore Thing!