A top producer at Engel & Völkers Chicago North Shore, Arenson says her career in residential real estate sales is the perfect blend of everything she loves—teaching, learning, exploring, guiding, and mentoring. She now serves as the Designated Managing Broker of the shop and as a mentor to her peers.

Why do you love what you do? I believe in everything we do to take care of our clients and promote their best interests. I joined Engel & Völkers because the company’s culture and values truly align with my own.

2020 was a success due to? The momentum from moving to Engel & Völkers in early 2020, which allowed me to redefine myself, align with a superior brand, and provide my clients with the highest quality marketing materials and white glove service.

Highlight of your 2020 volume? More than $12 million in volume sold and working with so many friends.

What sets you apart from your competition? Knowledge, expertise, and a truly global network of advisors to whom I can turn for advice, to make a referral, or to extend my understanding of the impact of our global experiences on our local market.

What’s the first thing you tell your clients? Not all transactions are the same. Everyone’s journey is different, and my role is to guide and advise you to avoid or get through the potential pitfalls and to find and create the best scenarios.

For more information, call 773-501-6201 or visit karenarenson.evrealestate.com.