Agent Spotlight: Jackie Guinane

Get to know Jackie Guinane, a real estate agent of 22 years from the Baird & Warner Northwest Suburban office. Jackie has always had a flair for sales, as she spent many years in marketing and advertising before embarking on her real estate career. As an agent, however, she gets the added bonus of getting to guide people through some of the biggest decisions in their lives. "I love working with people that I know — friends, family and personal referrals," says Jackie. 

Jackie especially loves being able to connect with clients through her faith. She works with people from all walks of life, but finds it especially meaningful when she's able to find common ground through prayer and shared beliefs. Making such important and sincere connections is, after all, what she cites as the key to her business success. "The best target audience for your marketing is your sphere," says Jackie, who encourages other real estate agents to find new business through a robust referral network. 

At Baird & Warner, Jackie finds support both from management and other agents. "I like working with other Baird & Warner agents because they are professional and well-trained," says Jackie. "I appreciate the support I get from my manager."

To learn more about Jackie, her background and career in real estate, check out the following interview. To get in touch with Jackie you can email her at jackie.guinane@bairdwarner.com or visit her website.

What is your background? Have you always been a real estate agent? If no, please explain.

I have been in real estate for 22 years, but prior to that, I was in advertising sales. I have always been in marketing and sales.  

How many years have you been a real estate agent and why do you enjoy being one?

I've been a real estate agent for 22 years. I love helping my clients through what is often a very complicated process. I love working with people that I know — friends, family and personal referrals. I love the flexibility of being in real estate and that no two transactions are the same. The real estate market is always changing and I love the challenge of always learning something new.

What is a meaningful real estate experience you've had with a buyer or seller? 

I love it when I work with clients who are believers like me. We can talk about our faith and pray together. We can trust that God is going to lead us and provide for us in a way that is far better than what we can imagine. 

What's one piece of advice that you can share with other real estate agents?

The best target audience for your marketing is your sphere.  

What do you think is the key to a successful real estate business?

The key to success is having a robust referral-based business and working with people who know you and trust you. Also, listings are key to success. 

What is something you like about Baird & Warner and/your Baird & Warner office?

I like working with other Baird & Warner agents because they are professional and well-trained.  I appreciate the support I get from my manager.

What is one of your favorite local restaurants and why?

Regions in Barrington. The menu is unique and the quality and flavor of the food is excellent.

What do you enjoy doing in your free time? 

Spending time with my grandkids, serving at church, bike riding, playing golf and going to Michigan.

What do you enjoy about living in your town?

I love the community where I live at Lake Barrington Shores. There is so much to do and so many wonderful neighbors and friends.