Business Philosophy
Steven Sims began his real estate career with Coldwell Banker in 1997. In the first 12 months Steven became the "Rookie of the Year" and the following year earned recognition as #1 in his office along with being in the top 2% of realtors in sales nationwide. Over the years Steven has continued a high level of production receiving numerous awards and recognition from Coldwell Banker and his clients including the prestigious Presidents Club Award being in the top 100 (out of 4700) agents in his company.
Steven has worked extensively with corporate relocation clients helping them to settle happily in the Chicagoland area. He also gets great pleasure in educating clients to understand market conditions. His backround contributes greatly to his ability to be an effective negotiator in addition to being able to work closely with his clients in exploring all the options available to satisfy their wants and needs. Steven has a support team of lenders, attorneys & inspectors that make sure transactions of his clients go smoothly.
As a leader with the leading real estate company in the nation, Coldwell Banker, Steven's experience, knowledge and communication skills have earned him a reputation as an agent who consistently demonstrates to his clients top notch service and them knowing that they made the right choice.
He is the father of two teenage sons who he has raised on North Shore of Chicago and lived his whole life.
Steven is a top Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Realtor in Cook and Lake County, Illinois. Although he works throughout the North Shore Chicago Region, his specific areas of expertise include Evanston, Skokie, Wilmette, Glenview, Winnetka, Glencoe, Northbrook, Deerfield, Highland Park, Buffalo Grove, Wheeling, Arlington Heights and North Chicago. Steven knows the local real estate market well and can assist you in buying or selling your next home. Please contact Steven at StevenSims.com or 847-567-9000.
Serving All Of Your Real Estate Needs
As a premier Real Estate Agent on the North Shore I find it a privilege to work with my clients whether listing & selling their home or finding them the home of their dreams. I have gained the respect of both Buyers and Sellers through my unique way of being able to understand their individual needs. My high energy, enthusiasm and dedication to my clients are the cornerstones to my success.
Areas of Expertise
- Serving Chicagoland & North Shore Communities
- Expert Negotiation Skills
- Certified Relocation Specialist for Sellers & Buyers
- Great Service, Communication & Results
- Exclusive Buyer's Agent
- Exclusive Seller's Agent
- Unique & Exclusive Marketing Plan
- Extensive experience using traditional and on-line media
- Honest, Persistent, Thorough, Prompt
- Great Listening skills
- Passionate about Real Estate
- First Time Buyers
Communities I Serve
- Evanston
- Skokie
- Wilmette
- Northbrook
- Glenview
- Deerfield
- Highland Park
- Glencoe
- Winnetka
- North Chicago
- Buffalo Grove
- Mount Prospect
Testimonials
Marla & I got married and bought a new home together. We had to sell both our houses, as well, and just as we were preparing to do all this, the market crashed. We know that both sales and our new home purchase would never have happened if not for Steven Sims. His amazing energy and skills guided us through the process, and he made it all happen. We are everlastingly grateful to Steven for his help and can recommend him to others without reservations!! Marla & Harry
We are so pleased that we chose Steven to represent us in the sale of our home and the purchase of our new home. He provided excellent suggestions for staging our home to sell and it sold in a few short weeks (in a tough market). He also guided us in the search for and purchase of our new home. Steven was both professional and a pleasure to work with. Thank you Steven! -R. Kopka
Over the years I have worked with Steven Sims for all my realestate needs. This would include rentals, the sale of a house and the purchase of two properties. I continue to call upon his services because he embodies all I look for in an agent. He is courteous, prompt in his responses and knowledgeable in the field. He makes what could be potentially stressful and confusing situation, exciting and sure footed. I have gone on to recommend him to others and will continue to do so. Joseph T Alleva, MD, MBA Division Head, Division of PM&R NorthShore University Health Systems
I have known Steven Sims on a professional level for 3 years. He helped sell my property during very tough times. He was most personable and thorough. His upbeat approach was tempered by realism of the economic times. I am and will continue to use his services knowing that he is always making the best effort in serving my real estate needs. On a personal level, I appreciate his friendship and warmth. - Sandi Schmerman
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Awards
- International President's Circle: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
- Salesperson of the year: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
- Top in Closed Volume, Listings & Units: 2002, 2003
- Presidents Club: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2009 (Top 100 Agents out of 3700)
- Coldwell Banker International President's Elite: 2003
- 2003 Winner of Burnet Title's Award for Remarkable Service
- Chicago Top Real Estate Agents Highest in Service and Overall
Education, Designations & Training
- Top 1% of Real Estate Agents Nationwide
- Top 10 in Transactions on Entire North Shore
- CRS (Certified Residential Specialist) (2006)
- Coldwell Bankers "Success" Training (2002)
- Monthly Networking Group with Top Producers
- Presidents Club 4 years in a row (Top 100 agents in company out of 3700)
- Coldwell Banker Leadership Training (2007)
- Mike Ferry's Superstar Retreat (2003)
- Brian Buffini's 100 Days to Greatness (2008)
- Howard Brinton's Star Power (2008)
- Rick DeSilva (2007)
- Power Pricing (2008)
- Jay Schwepe's Power Pricing Workshop (2009)
- Howard Brinton's Star Power Retreat (2010)
- Brian Buffini's Turning Point Sales Retreat (2010)
- Brian Buffini's Blitz Workshop (2011)
