About Me

Catherine prides herself on her tenacity and commitment to her clients. She is passionate about finding them the best deal whether they are buying, selling, investing or renting. She will always advocate for her clients. 

Prior to becoming a Realtor Catherine spent over 10 years in a marketing role the banking sector. She worked for 6 years as a Human Resources specialist for a small business. She is experienced in managing rental properties and remodeling homes. Catherine has found that the skills she developed in prior careers are of great benefit as a real estate broker. Her understanding of marketing provides her selling clients with a distinct advantage when listing their home and drawing in potential buyers. Her experience in Human Resources gives her insight into how to communicate during a negotiation and helps all parties involved reach a satisfactory transaction.

Catherine now lives in Barrington with her husband and dog. Her college age children are away from home. She sent 23 years in Chicago's Northwest Side after emigrating from Ireland in her 20s. Catherine specializes in the real estate markets in Chicago and in the northern suburbs. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Management and a Master's degree from Trinity College Dublin. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, sailing (cruising) and being a dog owner.

Find Your Next Home

You need someone who knows the area. I will work with you to find the right home including all the neighborhood amenities that matter at the right price for you.

Sell a Home

When it's time to move, I will take care of everything you need, from start to close. I will be provide current data and expertise to price your property correctly for the market. I will advertise your home, show it to prospective buyers, negotiate the purchase contract, arrange financing, oversee the inspections, handle all necessary paperwork and supervise the closing.

Consult on Home Selling Tactics
Oftentimes buyers don't visualize living in your home the way you do. I can make your home attractive to the widest audience - which can help you get top dollar. Things like staging the home, making repairs or minor improvements, or even simply painting the walls can be the difference between a home sitting on the market and going under contract fast.