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Cedar Lake, INCrete, ILCrown Point, INLeroy, INMonee, ILSaint John, INUniversity Park, ILWanatah, IN
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About Katie Finger
Katie Finger is a top-producing Realtor® with Realty Executives Premier serving Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland. Licensed since 2017, she has closed more than 180 homes and averages 22+ transactions per year, ranking in the top 10% of agents in her market. Katie works with buyers and sellers across all price points, including first-time buyers, investors, relocation clients, and luxury properties. Her service areas include Lake, Porter, LaPorte, Newton, and Jasper Counties in Indiana and Cook and Will Counties in Illinois, with local expertise in Crown Point, Munster, Valparaiso, St. John, Schererville, Dyer, Cedar Lake, Homewood, Beecher, Manteno, and Berwyn. Known for strong negotiation skills and clear communication, Katie has earned 33+ Google reviews and 25 Zillow reviews from past clients.
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English
Community Involvement
Katie believes being a real estate professional also means being an active member of the community she serves. She volunteers with the local food bank and fosters cats through Second Chance 4 Pets, helping animals find safe, loving homes. Katie also enjoys supporting local events and small businesses throughout Northwest Indiana and the Chicagoland suburbs. Staying involved in the community helps her better understand the neighborhoods she works in and the people who call them home.
HOBBIES/INTEREST
Outside of real estate, Katie enjoys spending time in nature and with the people (and pets) she loves. She's an avid reader, enjoys gardening, and makes the most of sunny days with walks, beach trips, and travel when she can. At home, Katie spends time with her dog and two cats and also fosters cats, a cause that's close to her heart. Whether she's outdoors or with friends and family, she values balance, connection, and taking time to recharge.
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Specialties
- Buyers
- Sellers
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FAQ
Katie Finger advises home buyers in Northwest Indiana and the Chicagoland suburbs to start with a mortgage pre-approval so they know their true budget before touring homes. In competitive real estate markets like Crown Point, Valparaiso, Munster, and Orland Park, being financially prepared helps buyers act quickly and confidently. She also encourages buyers to think long-term about location, commute, and future needs rather than trying to perfectly time interest rates. Working with a knowledgeable local real estate agent helps buyers understand pricing, inspections, and negotiation strategies. Her goal is to make the home buying process clear, informed, and less stressful.
Katie recommends that home sellers focus on preparation, pricing, and marketing from day one. In markets across Lake and Porter Counties in Indiana and Cook and Will Counties in Illinois, properly priced homes with strong presentation attract more serious buyers. She guides sellers on staging, minor improvements, and professional photography to help listings stand out online. Accurate pricing based on current local market data — not just past sales — is key to maximizing value. With the right strategy, sellers can reduce time on market and negotiate stronger offers.
Katie Finger works with a wide range of real estate clients throughout Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland. She helps first-time home buyers, repeat buyers, home sellers, real estate investors, and relocation clients moving between Indiana and Illinois. Her experience includes properties from entry-level homes to luxury real estate, with sales starting at $43,500 and up. Because she is licensed in both states, she is well positioned to assist clients relocating to communities like Crown Point, St. John, Valparaiso, Munster, Schererville, Tinley Park, Orland Park, and Frankfort. Her approach is always tailored to each client’s goals and timeline.
One recent transaction Katie is especially proud of involved helping a relocation buyer purchase a home in Northwest Indiana while coordinating the process from out of state. She provided virtual showings, detailed neighborhood insights, and local market data so the buyer could make a confident decision. In a competitive market, she structured a strong, clean offer and negotiated terms that protected her client’s interests. The transaction moved smoothly through inspection and appraisal, and the client closed on a home that met both their needs and budget. This experience highlights Katie’s ability to manage complex real estate transactions with clear communication and local expertise.
Katie Finger began her real estate career in 2017 after spending much of her professional life in customer and client support roles. She built her background around helping people solve problems, navigate important decisions, and feel truly supported — skills that translated naturally into real estate. Katie chose to become a Realtor® so she could work independently while honoring her strong sense of integrity and commitment to putting clients first. She was drawn to the combination of market knowledge, negotiation, and personal guidance involved in buying and selling homes. Since then, she has helped clients across Northwest Indiana and the Chicagoland suburbs navigate more than 180 successful real estate transactions.
Katie is a licensed Realtor® in both Indiana and Illinois and completes ongoing real estate training to stay current on contracts, negotiations, and market trends. She studies local housing data across Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland to help clients price homes accurately and make competitive offers. With experience from more than 180 successful closings, she has firsthand knowledge of inspections, appraisals, financing challenges, and multi-offer situations. This blend of continuing education and real-world transaction experience allows her to guide buyers and sellers with confidence throughout the real estate process.
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112 W. Clark StreetCrown Point, IN, 46307
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