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LYON FOLKER CAMPBELL MOWER PARTNERS—LFCM PARTNERS
By Kemmie Ryan
Photography by James Gustin/fig media
Ann Lyon, Jeff Folker, Kim Campbell, Jennifer Mower
The four seasoned agents that make up Lyon Folker Campbell Mower Partners (LFCM) with @properties Christie’s International Real Estate bring a unique variety of experience and expertise to their clients. With a Bachelor of Architecture and over 20 years practicing architecture prior to selling real estate, Ann Lyon provides a critical eye in all aspects of construction, design, staging, and zoning on the North Shore. Ann has also been an award-winning agent since 2008 and the No. 1 agent in Lake Forest for the last three years. Jeff Folker has 20-plus years working in Fortune 500 companies and consulting firms, developing excellent negotiating and project management skills, giving LFCM Partners’ clients an advantage. Kim Campbell has a master’s degree from The Wharton School in Finance and worked in the banking industry. She is focused on counseling clients in financial aspects, home pricing and current economic outlooks. Jennifer Mower graduated from Boston College School of Management and her professional and volunteer background is in sales, marketing and design. Together, this powerhouse team provides clients with diverse areas of expertise, in-depth market knowledge and unsurpassed service.
What do you like most about real estate?
Developing and maintaining relationships with wonderful people we get to know in the sales process, whether buying or selling. Every day presents a new opportunity.
Market trends you anticipate in 2023?
With historically low inventories along the North Shore, sale prices remain strong, especially for updated, move-in ready homes. Relative to interior trends, gray and beige tones are being replaced by warmer, deep, vibrant colors.
Trends you think people should avoid before selling their home?
While wallpaper is making a comeback, bold design selections can be taste specific. We would suggest limiting wallpaper to a room or two, like a powder room or dining room, so not to overwhelm the buyer if they prefer to change.
Most difficult aspect of being in the real estate business?
What can be the most “difficult” is also the most attractive—you never know what the day is going to bring. This is not a boring business, no matter what time of year or day of the week. You must be on your toes and be ready to pivot at a moment’s notice.
Best thing about 2022?
We had another outstanding year in 2022! Ann Lyon was the No. 1 agent in Lake Forest in terms of total dollar production, and LFCM Partners was the highest performing team using that same metric. One notable highlight was Ann Lyon representing the seller in one of the highest priced single family home sales in Lake Forest history!
Most looking forward to in 2023?
Meeting and working with new and longtime friends and clients to help them in any way we can.
LFCM Partners is with @properties Christie’s International Real Estate. For more information, call 847-828-9991, email [email protected], or visit lfcmpartners.com.
