Jennifer Ortman

Even though Jen was recently named to the Forbes Top 500 Agent Five Star List and heads a stellar team of award-winning Brokers, she considers serving her more than 400 clients her most important accomplishment-and she looks forward to working with you next. Jen brings you a wealth of experience that only a seasoned expert and dedicated professional provides. Her vast knowledge of real estate law, market trends, building construction, local municipalities and the northwest suburbs allows her to smoothly guide you through the home buying or selling process. Jen utilizes all of the latest tech and tools, in addition to her professional network, to give you access to the most sought-after properties, on- or off-the-market, so you can find your perfect home. With a wide, personal network and block-by-block knowledge of neighborhoods, shopping, transportation and school districts, Jen delivers on her clients' criteria and requirements by providing insights and guidance that can't be found anywhere else. As a skilled, selling authority, she will implement a proven marketing strategy using targeted tactics and technology to provide prime exposure for your property. In 2021, the Ortman Group's average List-to-Sale Price Ratio was 99.2% and listings sold in 16 days or less, on average. Always staying ahead of industry trends, Jen completed her Staging Consultant Certification so she can provide you with discerning guidance using the psychology behind design and color to increase buyer interest in your home. Jen also offers you her unique experience in identifying the right home for a rehab and turning it into the next dream home or investment property. Having successfully refurbished multiple properties with her husband, she's seen what works, what doesn't and what you'd never expect. Being a Chicago-loving resident of the city and northwest suburbs nearly all her life as well as having moved to/from out-of-state herself, Jen understands the personal side of your real estate needs. Referrals for trusted, local service providers for your home or family is her specialty. And, as a mom with three sons, she's actively involved in the local schools, volunteers and has been elected to multiple PTA and athletics association boards. Jen tirelessly dedicates her time and has committed financial resources to supporting a variety of important, local philanthropic organizations. Jen values time with her family playing board games (Splendor is a favorite with the fam) and charting new adventures through travels to places with lots of sun and sand. Under Jen's leadership, the Ortman Group has achieved the Berkshire Hathaway's President's Club Platinum Top Award and Five Star Customer Service Award for the past 9 years. They group has been recognized as a Top 1% by Stark Real Estate, Top 10% by Homesnap.com and Top 1% by Homelight.com. Jen specializes in Residential Real Estate, Investment Real Estate, Office Management, Relocation, Foreclosure, Short Sales and First Home Buyers. Jen is a proud alumnae of University of Iowa. Prior to her real estate career, Jen was a VP of Sales in the corporate world but finds no better satisfaction than supporting her clients with their real estate needs. In Jen's business, you come first.