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Elizabeth Ballis


Elizabeth's real estate career began in 1980. She earned her Broker's license in 1981 and opened her own company, Dayton Realty, Ltd, focusing in residential real estate in Lincoln Park and Lakeview. As her experience grew, her focus expanded to include Bucktown / Wicker Park and the Near North Side, Gold Coast and Streeterville, the West Loop, River West and Roscoe Village.

In 1998 she joined Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate; she has been one of the top ten city agents for Coldwell Banker since joining. She has continued her dedication to her clients in helping them achieve their goals.

Not only is Elizabeth committed to her clients, but she continues to focus her efforts on her profession as well. She has received the ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative), the CRS (Certified Residential Specialist) and the GRI (Graduate Real Estate Institute).

Over the past twenty-seven years, she has served on many committees for the Chicago Association of Realtors, including the Co-Chair of the Grievance Committee, which is part of the Professional Standards Committee.

In addition she was 1992 President of the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce.




"People really want to know that you care. They want to know that you're thinking of their needs before your own, that you just won't sell them anything that's out there.

My number one priority is to stay focused on my client's needs. Client relationships are built on mutual respect. I work hard to earn that respect. I provide an uncompromising level of service. It's just that simple. I give my clients the benefit of working with someone who really cares about them and their success.

Taking care of people is my most important job. I do that not only by handling the technical aspects of a transaction, but by looking after the personal concerns of those who have put their trust in me. It means listening closely and safeguarding the client's interests. I try to help them see the big picture so that they can take advantage of all their options.

I help make people's dreams come true. Homeownership is the American dream. Knowing that I've helped people is very satisfying. If what I've done makes people happy, that makes me happy."




"Year after year Elizabeth Ballis continues to be among the top 10 most successful agents in our local company. She has also earned the designation of NRT's International President's Premier Society in which less than 1% of all NRT sales associates qualify. Elizabeth handles her clients and colleagues with professionalism and care. For this reason she has customers for life and enjoys strong relationships within the real estate community."

Fran Bronde, President & COO, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.


"This achievement is underscored by your impressive ability to produce in a changing and competitive market. As a member of the NRT family, you are a part of the industry-leading company known nationally for delivering exceptional service and achieving remarkable results. To put it simply, the distinction you have earned establishes you among the best of the best.

You are a fitting role model for our company and our industry, and I am so very proud to have you as part of the NRT family. Thank you for your efforts and best wishes for your continued success."

Bruce Zipf, President & CEO, NRT*, LLC.
*A Subsidiary of Realogy Corporation, NRT (the nation's largest residential real estate brokerage company with approximately 940 offices, 56,000 sales associates and 7,5000 employees as of December 31, 2007), operates Realogy's company-owned real estate brokerage offices under the world-renowned names of Coldwell Banker®, Coldwell Banker Commercial®, ERA, Sotheby's International Realty and The Corcoran Group. NRT operates in 35 major metropolitan areas. Realogy is a leading global provider of real estate and relocation services.

"Elizabeth's dedication & knowledge of the marketplace is unmatched. She is one of the hardest working people in real estate you will ever meet. Elizabeth continues to give her clients the best service, and we are amazed by her accomplishments. In 2007, she sold more than 47 homes, totaling more than $36 million in residential sales."

John McClintock, Branch Manager - Lincoln Park Halsted Office.


"Committed to a very high standard for self-improvement, Elizabeth is a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) and a Graduate of the Realtors Institute (GRI). Only 5% of all Realtors have earned this prestigious credential and both are considered "top shelf" among the experts. Elizabeth also has her Accredited Buyer Representative certification (ABR) and is a licensed Broker.

As a past resident of Chicago's Lincoln Park for more than 25 years, Elizabeth has been involved in numerous community activities and organizations. She served as the President of the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce and worked as a strong advocate for the restructuring of the Chicago public school system.

Elizabeth now makes her home on the Gold Coast, and continues to be involved in Community & Civic affairs."

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Over $400 million in over 1,000 transactions
2007 closed sales in excess of $36 million


Top 10 Coldwell Banker Chicago Market
Top 86 of 15,000 CAR Members Citywide
International President's Premier Club (14 years running) Only 1% of the more than 126,000 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation (CB®) sales associates worldwide qualified for this distinguished award.
Top 1.7% of 56,000 NRT Sales Associates Nationwide
Coldwell Banker international President's Premier
Chicago Association of Realtors® -Outstanding Sales Achievement Award 2007
Cartus Network Inventory Specialist
Cartus Network Marketing Specialist
Cartus Network Referral Specialist
NRT Fair Housing Education Specialist


Licensed Broker
ABR - Accredited Buyer Representative
CRS - Certified Residential Specialist
GRI - Graduate of the Realtor's Institute


Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Women's Council of Realtors
National Association of Realtors
Chicago Association of Realtors


Trustee: CAR®** Education Foundation (CAREF)
Co-Chair: CAR®** Grievance Committee (Professional Standards Department)
Trustee: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Charities Foundation
Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce
**CAR®: Chicago Association of Realtors®