Gregory Smith – Real Estate Professional

With over 20 years of real estate experience, Gregory Smith brings deep market expertise, strategic insight, and a client-first mindset to every transaction. Holding both the MRP (Military Relocation Professional) designation—demonstrating a strong understanding of VA buyers and the unique needs of military families—and the SFR (Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource) designation, Gregory is uniquely equipped to handle complex situations with confidence and clarity.

Gregory also brings a valuable background in construction, giving his clients a deeper level of insight when evaluating homes, potential repairs, future improvements, and investment opportunities. This hands-on knowledge allows him to better inform, protect, and guide his clients through each step of the real estate process.

Specializing in sellers, buyers, first-time buyers, investors, and multi-unit properties, Gregory has helped hundreds of clients achieve their real estate goals. He is also experienced in assisting corporate relocation clients, ensuring a smooth and efficient transition for employees moving to or from the Chicagoland area.

Known for his steady communication, strong negotiation skills, and solutions-oriented approach, Gregory is committed to making every transaction as smooth and stress-free as possible. Whether you’re buying, selling, relocating, or investing, Gregory is here to provide clear guidance, trusted expertise, and a seamless experience from start to finish.

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Business Philosophy

Let us not strive to be people of success but people of value for when we are of value to our companies, our clients, and our communities, then we shall be successful. INSPIRED BY ALBERT EINSTEN'S QUOTATION: "TRY NOT TO BECOME A MAN OF SUCCESS BUT RATHER TO BECOME A MAN OF VALUE"

My greatest qualification is genuine enthusiasm for this industry – I am passionate about this current market particularly because I have the expertise required to succeed: where others see adversity I see a tremendous opportunity to use my talent to untangle more challenging situations. As a full-time professional with many years in my service area I am fully committed to representing my client’s interests. I bring a balance of firm advocacy and skilled negotiation to each transaction. My body of experience enables me to see through complexities to common ground or spot difficulties well in advance.

Education and Training

B.F.A.-Interior Design The Illinois Institute of Art-Schaumburg (CIDA) with honors

Illinois Licensed Real Estate Broker

Accedited Home Staging Professional ASP IAHSP

Areas of Expertise

Serving all of the North Shore Communities & Chicagoland
Great Service, Communication & Results
Exclusive Buyer's Agent
Exclusive Seller's Agent
Honest, Persistent, Thorough, Prompt
Passionate about Real Estate

Personal Background

Managing Broker for family owned firm specialized in large scale land transactions, for large national commercial and residential R.E. developers.

Experienced in coordinating and integrating time sensitive multi-task construction trades clientele and financial institutional agendas.

Provided interior design consulting services for condominium purchasers while associated with a Chicago based Real Estate developer.

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