Downers Grove ADS Mar-Apr 2025
Skyvi Pergolas
Downers Grove Magazine (DGM): Why Pergolas? Greg Kaminski, co-owner, Skyvi Pergolas (GK): We are in the home building industry. We saw the potential for Pergolas was strong and growing. DGM: Why are Pergolas becoming so popular? GK: Pergolas have come a long way in recent years, in terms of design and quality of materials. Pergolas…
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Compass | The Pancotto Group Downers Grove Magazine (DGM): What motivated you to pursue a career in real estate, and what continues to drive your passion today? Ann Pancotto (AP): I chose real estate as a career at the age of 27, 32 years ago. Growing up, my mother was a successful Real Estate Managing…
Read MoreGreen Grass Landscape
Green Grass Landscape has been proud to serve the local community with dedication, quality, and excellence for the past 30 years. This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without the support of its loyal customers, hardworking team, and valued partners. Downers Grove Magazine (DGM): How has Green Grass evolved through the years with your clients? Green…
Read MoreLichtenberger Homes
Downers Grove Magazine (DGM): What made you choose home building/improvement as a career, and what keeps you motivated every day? Lichtenberger Homes (LH): At Lichtenberger Homes, our passion for crafting unique living spaces has driven us for over 38 years. The joy of transforming clients’ visions into tangible realities fuels our daily motivation. Seeing families…
Read MoreTrupower Generator Service
Downers Grove Magazine (DGM): Why purchase a standby generator? Jim and Diane Broton, owners of Trupower Generator Service (TGS): In 2024, the U.S. experienced nearly 1.5 billion hours of power outages, the highest since 2010. A standby generator can protect your home or business during these outages. When the power goes out, you’ll be prepared.…
Read MoreLaura McGreal
@Properties | Laura McGreal Group Downers Grove Magazine (DGM): How has your previous experience benefited your practice of real estate? Laura McGreal (LM): My career began with a large national builder, where I received training in customer service, construction, land acquisition, and financing. This foundation still serves me well. In today’s market, having a deep…
Read MoreLynn Hill
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Chicago The Pagels Group Downers Grove Magazine (DGM): Tell us about yourself. Lynn Hill (LH): I have deep roots in the Chicago western suburbs, having moved to Naperville in 1979. I attended Ss. Peter & Paul School and Benet Academy, and ultimately settled back in Naperville with my husband Shannon, residing…
Read MoreNatalie Weber
Keller Williams Experience Realty Downers Grove Magazine (DGM): How has your background as a successful real estate investor influenced your journey as a top producing realtor? Natalie Weber (NW): My seven years in mortgage finance, including the 2008 housing crisis, and nearly 20 years of personally investing in real estate, including building and renovating 36…
Read MoreTracy Driscoll & Diane Crisp
Platinum Partners Realtors | Driscoll Crisp Team Downers Grove Magazine (DGM): What made you choose real estate as a career, and what keeps you motivated every day? Driscoll Crisp (DC): Real estate is a dynamic field where every transaction is unique. We chose this career because we love homes, design, and most importantly, helping people.…
Read MoreMary Braatz Re/Max Enterprises
Downers Grove Magazine (DGM): What made you choose Real Estate as a career, and what keeps you motivated? Mary Braatz (MB): I initially chose Real Estate after working for several years in the Loop. I wanted to work in my local community. I love solving problems and finding the best options for my clients,…
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