Tania Forte
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I bring results to clients wherever their buying and selling goals take them.
Working with the best in the business is the only choice in real estate today. @properties Christie's International Real Estate shares my commitment to offering the most comprehensive and professional marketing, sophisticated technology, and expert market knowledge, supporting the highest standards of service and representation you expect and deserve. With local leadership and national and international reach, I bring results to clients wherever their buying and selling goals take them. Tania Forte
TANIA FORTE
847.894.9360 taniaforte@atproperties.com
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what's inside
04 bio & accolades
30 industry leading tech
06 testimonials & sales
35 the art + science of pricing
19 committed to excellence
36 before your home is shown
20 our story
39 staging your home
23 artfully aligned
40 partnerships
24 exposure is everything
43 giving back
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ABOUT ME
bio & accolades
With over 10 years of experience and more than $90 million in sales * , Tania has established herself as a powerhouse in the real estate industry. As a leader in her market, she has a proven track record of exceeding market averages and delivering exceptional results for her clients. Tania understands that buying or selling a home is one of the most significant decisions anyone will ever make, and she is passionate about building meaningful, lasting relationships to fully understand her clients' needs and exceed their expectations at every turn. She is here to guide her clients through one of the biggest investments they will make. As a proud resident and local expert in Park Ridge, Tania specializes in this community and its surrounding neighborhoods. Her extensive knowledge of the area enables her clients to truly maximize the value of their homes—whether they're buying, selling, or exploring new construction opportunities. With Tania's expert guidance, her clients can navigate the real estate process with absolute confidence and clarity. When she's not helping clients, Tania is actively engaged in the Park Ridge community and always looking for impactful ways to give back. Whether she's volunteering or cheering on her two kids at their sporting events, Tania is deeply committed to this vibrant neighborhood. Giving back is at the core of her values, and it's integral to the exceptional service she provides her clients. Tania also proudly serves as the co-chair of the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce Women in Business, where she strives to empower local professionals and build a stronger, thriving community. With an MBA from Pepperdine University and a background in corporate finance and contract management, Tania brings a strategic, data-driven approach to every transaction. Whether it's predicting property values, navigating the complexities of resale or new construction, or leveraging market dynamics, she utilizes her extensive expertise to guide her clients through an ever-changing landscape. Her unwavering dedication, integrity, and commitment to excellence have earned her the trust of countless clients, many of whom return time and again for her trusted advice and exceptional guidance. Tania looks forward to the opportunity to work with new clients and is truly grateful for their business and referrals. She is excited to start the conversation and help her clients achieve their real estate goals.
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TOP BROKER IN PARK RIDGE MARKET* 1 %
$ 90
M+
TOTAL CAREER SALES**
LIST-TO-SALE PRICE RATIO* 98.5 %
*Broker Metrics avg- 1/24/2022-12/04/2024. **Lifetime sales 2015-2024, MRED.
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PROVEN SUCCESS
testimonials & sales
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TESTIMONIAL
"Tania Forte is knowledgeable and in-tune with the market. We were referred to her by a neighbor, who was a past client of hers, and she was so responsive. She has many connections to people in the community to help get your home ready for sale. This made the process much easier. She is wonderful to work with. We would highly recommend working with Tania!"
– Former Client
TESTIMONIAL
"I really enjoyed working with Tania on the sale of my home and purchase of my new home. She was always available and helped to make a stressful time much easier to get through! She truly understands the local market and gave me valuable information and insight into what to expect through the entire process. I am very glad I had her working for me to ensure I understood everything that was going on. I will definitely recommend to her to anybody that asks me for a referral in the future. Thank you Tania!"
– Former Client
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TESTIMONIAL
"Tania was very knowledgeable about the area. She worked with our schedule to visit numerous properties and give us great insight about the market and pricing strategies. She booked us every Saturday morning for over a month and kept us positive in our home search during this crazy market time. She made us feel that our home search was very important to her. She helped us get in contact with other home closing services which streamlined our home buying experience. We would highly recommend her to anyone looking to purchase a home."
– Former Client
TESTIMONIAL
"Tania Forte is an absolutely fantastic realtor! We were referred to her and she immediately responded to us and had listings for us within 24 hours. We were first time home buyers and had so many questions, Tania was so helpful and truly had our best interest in mind! We would highly recommend working with Tania!"
– Former Client
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TESTIMONIAL
"Tania is hands down the BEST real estate professional in town. She helped us sell our house and find us a new house in Park Ridge. She was extremely knowledgeable, patient, professional, kind, respectful and just plain lovely. The buying/selling of a house in the current market was one of the toughest experiences of our lives. The best decision was working with Tania. She helped navigate the rocky waters and guide us in the right directions. We couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out and owe it all to Tania.We give her the highest recommendation possible!"
– Former Client
TESTIMONIAL
"She was amazing to work with. She went above and beyond to help us sell our grandmother’s home in Park Ridge. We didn’t live in the area and she helped us through everything and sold the home above list in a few days! She even went to the home to take out the garbage for us!! Tania is the best!"
– Former Client
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FEATURED PROPERTY 528 N Broadway Avenue, Park Ridge
$860,000
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RECENT SALES
909 Garden Street, Park Ridge.................$1,700,000
1300 Courtland Avenue, Park Ridge.......$845,000
417 N Redfield Court, Park Ridge.............$840,000
415 Vine Avenue, Park Ridge......................$830,000
325 S Clifton Avenue, Park Ridge*...........$826,000
301 N Home Avenue, Park Ridge*............$822,500
238 N Broadway Avenue, Park Ridge.....$785,000
1529 W Chestnut St #401, Chicago*........$780,000
1901 Linden Avenue, Park Ridge................$770,000
123 S Hamlin Avenue, Park Ridge*............$752,000
637 N Hamlin Avenue, Park Ridge...........$750,000
521 S Western Avenue, Park Ridge..........$750,000
1232 Blackthorn Lane, Deerfield................$750,000
39 Morris Street, Park Ridge.......................$730,000
109 N Hamlin Avenue, Park Ridge............$728,000
1320 Granville Avenue, Park Ridge*.........$725,000
1709 Courtland Avenue, Park Ridge*......$725,000
308 N Redfield Court, Park Ridge*..........$715,000
830 Foresttview Avenue, Park Ridge.....$705,000
1101 Cleveland Avenue, Park Ridge*.........$693,000
638 Babetta Avenue, Park Ridge*............$685,000
50 N Benton Street, Palatine......................$685,000
*Buyer Represented
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RECENT SALES
425 Meacham Avenue, Park Ridge*...........$680,000
6756 N Oconto Avenue, Chicago*..............$563,500
427 Engel Boulevard, Park Ridge................$675,000
1848 W Crescent Avenue, Park Ridge*.....$560,000
624 S Lincoln Avenue, Park Ridge*............$673,900
1816 Norman Boulevard, Park Ridge...........$560,000
1337 Lundergan Avenue, Park Ridge*........$670,000
826 Parkwood Avenue, Park Ridge*..........$556,000
808 S Cumberland Ave, Park Ridge...........$670,000
315 S Northwest Hwy #2, Park Ridge........$555,000
222 Gillick Street, Park Ridge*.......................$640,000
701 Courtland Avenue, Park Ridge..............$550,000
425 S Knight Avenue, Park Ridge*..............$625,000
521 N Hamlin Avenue, Park Ridge................$549,900
39 Morris Street, Park Ridge*........................$623,819
1112 S Hamlin Avenue, Park Ridge*..............$545,000
1511 Manor Lane, Park Ridge*.........................$615,000
2113 Irwin Avenue, Park Ridge.......................$529,500
233 N Hamlin Avenue, Park Ridge..............$609,000
1000 Austin Avenue, Park Ridge*................$525,000
1030 S Western Avenue, Park Ridge*........$605,000
1214 Forest Road, La Grange Park...............$525,000
1105 S Broadway Avenue, Park Ridge*......$600,000
110 Elm Street, Glenview*.................................$515,000
3110 Techny Road, Northbrook.....................$594,500
404 N Lincoln Avenue, Park Ridge.............$515,000
1112 S Hamlin Avenue, Park Ridge................$585,000
604 N Seminary Avenue, Park Ridge........$510,000
703 Babetta Avenue, Park Ridge.................$580,000
826 Sylviawood Avenue, Park Ridge.........$510,000
1201 S Knight Avenue, Park Ridge...............$580,000
740 N Northwest Hwy, Park Ridge*............$505,000
3050 Edgar Street, Rolling Meadows........$575,000
3008 Edgemont Lane, Park Ridge.............$490,000
208 E Sibley Street, Park Ridge...................$572,500
712 S Delphia Avenue, Park Ridge...............$485,000
1313 Vine Avenue, Park Ridge*......................$570,000
927 S Knight Avenue, Park Ridge*..............$479,000
9225 National Avenue, Morton Grove*......$565,000
104 S Dee Road #5, Park Ridge*..................$476,806
1829 W Crescent Avenue, Park Ridge*.....$565,000
3000 Virginia Street, Park Ridge*...............$475,000
1870 Birch Street, Park Ridge........................$565,000
6424 N New England Ave, Chicago*.........$472,000 *Buyer Represented
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FEATURED PROPERTY 1300 Courtland Avenue, Park Ridge
$845,000
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FEATURED PROPERTY 432 Courtland Avenue, Park Ridge
$730,000
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RECENT SALES
6557 N Oconto Avenue, Chicago*...............$468,000
5341 N Nottingham Avenue, Chicago........$395,000
241 Gillick Street, Park Ridge*........................$465,000
412 N Rose Avenue, Park Ridge....................$391,000
819 Marvin Parkway, Park Ridge...................$465,000
2020 Cherry Street, Park Ridge...................$390,000
620 N Seminary Avenue, Park Ridge.........$462,000
513 Parkwood Avenue, Park Ridge*............$389,000
1929 S Vine Avenue, Park Ridge...................$460,300
705 Park Plaine Avenue, Park Ridge..........$387,000
304 Spring Lane, Vernon Hills*.....................$460,000
4026 N Leamington Avenue, Chicago......$385,500
231 N Aldine Avenue, Park Ridge*...............$460,000
208 E Sibley Street, Park Ridge*..................$385,000
544 N Home Avenue, Park Ridge................$460,000
601 N Dee Road, Park Ridge..........................$385,000
535 N Hamlin Avenue, Park Ridge..............$460,000
1042 N Lincoln Avenue, Park Ridge............$385,000
1030 N Dee Road, Park Ridge*.....................$457,000
515 N Aldine Avenue, Park Ridge.................$385,000
601 S Chester Avenue, Park Ridge*............$455,000
2307 Edna Avenue, Park Ridge....................$380,000
1006 St. James Place, Park Ridge...............$455,000
404 N Home Avenue, Park Ridge...............$377,500
506 N Home Avenue, Park Ridge................$450,000
389 Amherst Avenue, Des Plaines*............$375,000
14252 Selva Lane, Orland Park......................$447,550
7250 W Myrtle Avenue, Chicago*...............$375,000
6955 N Ozark Avenue, Chicago...................$440,000
5054 N Kildare Avenue, Chicago.................$375,000
6480 N Oxford Avenue, Chicago................$439,000
729 Courtland Avenue, Park Ridge.............$375,000
3050 Edgar Street, Rolling Meadows*......$425,000
506 Meacham Avenue, Park Ridge*...........$370,000
314 N Home Avenue, Park Ridge.................$417,500
1431 Garden Street, Park Ridge*...................$370,000
9 S Hamlin Avenue, Park Ridge*..................$415,000
1204 Hoffman Avenue, Park Ridge*............$370,000
13813 Steeples Road, Lemont*......................$413,750
1208 Tyrell Avenue, Park Ridge.....................$370,000
4939 N Odell Ave, Harwood Heights.........$410,000
9412 Ozark Avenue, Morton Grove*............$365,000
1128 Cleveland Avenue, Park Ridge*...........$400,000
18 N Waverly Place, Mount Prospect..........$365,000 *Buyer Represented
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RECENT SALES
929 S Cumberland Avenue, Park Ridge...$357,000
1325 Williamsburg C Dr., Schaumburg......$225,000
819 N Highland, Arlington Heights*............$350,000
2400 Archbury 1C Lane, Park Ridge..........$206,000
513 N Dee Road, Park Ridge*.........................$350,000
555 S River Road #405, Des Plaines*........$195,000
901 Florence Drive, Park Ridge.....................$350,000
2420 W Talcott Road #113, Park Ridge*...$185,000
709 Park Plaine Avenue, Park Ridge..........$330,000
9074 W Terrace Drive #4M, Niles*..............$183,000
6239 W Gunnison Street, Chicago..............$330,000
386 Lambert Avenue #B1, Schaumburg...$181,000
750 Pearson St #902, Des Plaines*............$325,000
647 Metropolitan #313L, Des Plaines*.......$177,500
215 S Prindle Ave, Arlington Heights*........$318,500
647 Metropolitan #313L, Des Plaines.........$176,250
5934 N Nagle Avenue, Chicago*..................$316,000
7908 W North #202C, Elmwood Park*....$174,000
1127 Parkwood Avenue, Park Ridge*...........$315,000
1301 W Touhy Ave #109, Park Ridge*.........$130,000
201 N Broadway Avenue, Park Ridge........$315,000
810 E Shady #212, Arlington Heights.........$127,500
414 N Dryden Place, Arlington Heights....$315,000
1623 Ashland Avenue #2A, Des Plaines....$119,000
1053 Arbor Court, Mount Prospect.............$300,000
4215 N Kedvale Avenue #GN, Chicago.....$115,000
2 N Hamlin Avenue, Park Ridge....................$285,000
707 W Central #2B4, Mount Prospect......$98,000
534 N Home Avenue, Park Ridge*..............$270,000
707 W Central Rd #B4, Mount Prospect*$80,000
422 S Dee Road, Park Ridge*........................$252,000
832 E Old Willow Rd, Prospect Heights...$66,000
706 N Western Ave #C, Park Ridge...........$245,000
410 S Western Ave #710, Des Plaines........$245,000
638 N Northwest #A, Park Ridge*..............$240,000
716 N Western Avenue, Park Ridge............$240,000
2023 Milton Avenue, Park Ridge..................$235,000
799 Graceland #202A, Des Plaines............$230,000
*Buyer Represented
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FEATURED PROPERTY 1101 Cleveland Avenue, Park Ridge
$693,000
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committed to excellence
With the scale and resources of a leading national brokerage firm, our agents deliver the best service in local real estate. When a strong agent is backed by one of the nation’s most innovative real estate brands, the results are unmatched. At @properties Christie's International Real Estate, our in-house marketing and technology teams produce best-in-class programs and products that give home sellers a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Bottom line: We offer the finest resources to ensure your home sale is the best you’ve ever experienced.
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our story
Unique from the start.
It all began in Chicago in the mid-1990s, when Mike Golden and Thad Wong met at a small brokerage firm and quickly became the city’s top-selling real estate agents. Despite their tremendous success, they recognized the need for better service and support for both agents and clients. So in 2000, the duo set out on their own to establish @properties. Combining cutting-edge technology with upscale marketing, the firm quickly became a driving force in Chicago real estate and beyond. Over the next two decades, the company grew into one of the largest brokerage firms in the country, acquiring the Christie’s International Real Estate global luxury network in 2021. Today, @properties Christie’s International Real Estate is widely considered one of the most innovative companies in the industry.
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# 1
IN CHICAGOLAND
TOP 10
IN THE UNITED STATES
$ 23
b
IN ANNUAL SALES
Source: #1 market share in Chicagoland based on closed sales volume data from MRED, 1-1-2021 to 12-31-2021. Top 10 largest brokerage firms in the nation by sales volume and over $23 billion in annual sales according to 2022 Real Trends 500 ranking.
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artfully aligned
Christie's International Real Estate
Through @properties’ ownership of Christie’s International Real Estate – the world’s preeminent luxury real estate brand – sellers gain access to a powerful global network that spans nearly 50 countries. That means more national and international exposure to the world’s foremost luxury agents and their affluent clientele, plus exclusive print and digital marketing opportunities.
Christie's Collaborations
Christie’s International Real Estate was born out of Christie’s – the world’s leading art and luxury business that was founded in 1766. Our relationship with Christie’s auction house creates exclusive opportunities that benefit our clients, from enhanced access to Christie’s auction, private sale and appraisal services, to exposure at auctions and special events.
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EXPOSURE IS
everything
The story of your home is already written… it’s all about properly sharing it.
@properties Christie's International Real Estate showcases your home to the largest audience of homebuyers through marketing programs that are built around EXPOSURE – exposure through an internal network of agents and their client databases; through an in-house marketing department with full print and digital capabilities; and through an exhaustive catalog of online, mass media and grassroots marketing initiatives – all tailored to address the specific challenges and opportunities of the marketplace.
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We create maximum exposure for your home with the following resources:
• atproperties.com
• LeadingRE.com
• Zillow.com
• Custom Property Brochure
• Trulia.com
• Direct Mail
• Realtor.com
• Adwerx
• Multiple Listing Service (MLS)
• E-blasts and Social Media
• Professional Photography and Video
• Market within a Market – @agent app
• Signage
• New ideas every day!
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bold signage
MARKETING
Head-turning signage makes your home stand out from the crowd.
gameplan
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direct mail
Just Listed postcards capture the attention of potential buyers.
brochures
Our brochures highlight the key features of your home and the surrounding area.
advertising
We advertise in a wide range of print and online media.
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social media advertising
DIGITAL
We leverage the power of social media to create additional exposure for your home.
marketing
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adwerx
Adwerx puts your home in front of prospective buyers through a listing ad that appears on hundreds of top websites.
email marketing
Featuring attractive designs, our email
marketing tool provides another effective way to market your home and engage buyers.
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INDUSTRY LEADING
technology
The ultimate pl@tform™
Selling a home today involves technology at nearly every turn. That’s why @properties developed pl@tform™, the industry’s premier brokerage-tech solution. With a variety of digital apps, pl@tform™ makes the selling experience more seamless every step of the way – from listing to marketing to closing.
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GET TO KNOW
atproperties.com
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listing domain
photography and video
Every @properties Christie's International Real Estate listing receives its own domain name, which is prominently displayed in advertising and on For Sale signs, property brochures and “Just Listed” postcards.
Professional photography and video are among the most important marketing tools when selling a home. That’s why every single @properties Christie's International Real Estate listing includes a professional photography package optimized for both print and web.
instant scheduling
@home report
With our Instant Scheduling feature, buyers have the ability to request a showing directly from the listing detail page. This ensures every lead is captured.
The @home report provides a data snapshot of your home, comparable properties and your local market, so you always know where you stand in the market.
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the art + science of pricing
What is your home worth? @properties Christie’s International Real Estate is in the best position to answer that question accurately thanks to experience and technology like our Digital Comparative Market Analysis. Updated in real time, this interactive report helps us gauge market activity and determine the appropriate list price, so you can achieve the most lucrative and time-efficient sale.
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before your home is shown
One of the keys to success in today’s competitive market is to position your home as the most desirable property in its price range. Making sure your home is in optimal showing condition will set it apart from the competition and could be the difference between a timely and productive sale or a long, drawn-out process.
Here is a list of preparations to make before showing your home:
• Declutter, clean and organize
• Maintain the exterior
• Paint
• Make repairs
• Brighten your home
• Remove pets
• Hire a home inspector
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staging your home
Staging helps present your home in the best possible light. It can be as simple as rearranging a few pieces of furniture or as elaborate as hiring a professional to furnish an empty home right down to the plants and artwork.
Here are just a few staging tips that will make your home more marketable.
• Eliminate excess or oversized furniture so the room doesn’t feel overcrowded.
• Remove clutter from all surfaces in the kitchen, bathrooms and throughout the home.
• Allow as much light to come in as possible. Open draperies and shades, remove unnecessary blinds and move any items that may obstruct windows. • While personal photographs and mementos add warmth and character to a home, use them in moderation so buyers will focus on the home and be able to envision it as their own.
• Add furniture, plants or potted flowers to outdoor spaces to make a great first impression on buyers.
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partnerships
Your one-stop-shop
@properties Christie's International Real Estate offers clients a one-stop- shop for real estate services including brokerage, mortgage lending, title insurance, closing services, and more. In addition to partnerships with Proper Title and Proper Rate, @properties has divisions for new construction sales and marketing, relocation, residential leasing, and commercial sales and leasing. No matter your real estate needs, we have you covered.
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giving back
Real estate is about so much more than buying and selling homes; it's about bringing people together and strengthening our communities. We embrace this role in a variety of ways, from giving local artists a platform for expression, to supporting local organizations through our charitable foundation, @gives back, to partnering with small businesses on special marketing initiatives. We draw inspiration from our communities, and we try to return the favor every chance we get.
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ARE YOU
ready?
I'd love to help with all of your real estate needs.
If you're thinking about making a move or looking for more information about your local market, reach out anytime. Tania Forte
tania forte
847.894.9360 taniaforte@atproperties.com
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