Kevin Van Eck is not your typical real estate professional. His unique approach comes from years in the hospitality industry, solidifying his focus on true customer service. Whether you’re a buyer, a seller or a potential client, Kevin will keep the lines of communication open and listen to your needs. He is a true advisor that advocates for his clients before, during and after a transaction close.
Kevin made the move to @properties, Chicago’s #1 real estate brokerage firm, in 2008. Combining Kevin’s business success, education at the University of Illinois, and military experience, with @properties’ exceptional marketing gives Kevin unmatched credentials to serve his clients.
Kevin’s success in real estate is driven by his professionalism, outgoing personality, communication skills, and most importantly his dedication to achieving his clients’ goals. Kevin ensures he stays on top of market trends and property marketing opportunities through continued education. He holds several designations, including the Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), GREEN (sustainable property) and Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource(SFR) designations. Kevin was also an @properties and CAR Top Producer in 2009 and 2010. Kevin was also awarded the “Best @ Team Player” and ” Best @ Agent To Work With” awards in 2009 and 2010 respectively.
Due to Kevin’s extensive experience with short sale transactions he has quickly become a great resource for sellers who may be in distress, as well as for his colleagues and other industry professionals. He and the team of vendors he has chosen to work with have helped numerous seller-clients improve their financial situation through his expertise of the short sale process and his ability to negotiate. Kevin has founded The Chicago Short Sale Team to assist homeowners who are in distress and to help them avoid foreclosure. Kevin also is a specialist with Wachovia and World Savings short sales. There are new programs in place for these homeowners, and Kevin has the expertise to close these transactions allowing his clients to move on with their lives.
When Kevin is not working, he is enjoying one of Chicago’s neighborhood restaurants or volunteering. Kevin is dedicated to giving back to the Chicago community. He spends much of his time doing charity fundraising and volunteer work. He is the President of the Executive Board of the @properties Friends and Neighbors Community Fund, which supports neighborhood charities with their Education, Youth Development, and Homelessness initiatives.
