About Us:

The Kuehl Group, Inc. combines traditional real estate brokerage with today's technology and marketing techniques and strategic partnering with other real estate affiliates to create a concierge of services for your every need. Our greatest asset is our people: our team, our affiliates, our clients, you! Our motto defines this: "Discover the Difference - We Invest in People!"

Next, we strive to provide you with real estate buying, selling, and investing information and will constantly be adding articles and resources for your benefit. This site is currently in development. In the meantime, please call or email us for any information we can provide that may not yet be website content. The list is endless from how to appeal your taxes to how to buy and sell investment property through tax-deferred 1031 exchanges.

Another purpose of this site is to feature our listings for sale in addition to the individual websites we publish for each listing by address as a unique service to our Sellers.

Areas of Expertise

ABOUT MARYELLEN KUEHL, ABR, CRS, PMN, SRES

Broker-Owner and President of The Kuehl Group, Inc.

MaryEllen is a noted and experienced Broker/Owner and President of The Kuehl Group, Inc. MaryEllen holds extensive knowledge as a residential specialist focused in the areas of Asset Accumulation, Relocation, Referral, Green Building, Senior Real Estate, 1031 Exchanges, TIC Investment, New Construction, First-time Buyer and Luxury Homes. MaryEllen has progressively built her industry experience over her 11 year career in the real estate industry. MaryEllen has combined her career history and experience, including Real Estate Para-Legal experience and undergraduate studies in Architectural & Interior Design to bring depth and knowledge to her practice.

MaryEllen’s impressive record and reputation in the industry is well recognized, as well as her in-depth understanding of all Chicago neighborhoods and suburbs. MaryEllen currently holds the Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Professional Management Network (PMN) and Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) designations. MaryEllen is additionally certified in Relocation, Referral and Green Building (GBREP-GL). She continues to work toward additional professional designations, including ePro Certification and Graduate of the Real Estate Institute (GRI).

MaryEllen has served Women’s Council of Realtors® for 10 years in various positions, including 2008 IL State WCR Secretary and 2000 Chicago Chapter WCR President. From 2005-2007 MaryEllen served the Chicago Association of Realtors® as a member of the Professional Standards and Ethics Committee Grievance Board. MaryEllen has been honored as a 2006 Heritage Registry of Who’s Who Recipient and a 2006 Manchester Who’s Who Among Executive and Professional Women Lifetime Honors Recipient. MaryEllen’s credentials are extensive, the complete list of which are attached separately.

MaryEllen’s knowledge of and enthusiasm for Chicago real estate combined with her negotiating skills, knowledge, experience, empathy and attention to detail contribute to her success in anticipating and satisfying the needs and concerns of her clients. Her clients say that MaryEllen exceeds their expectations of service from start to post-closing and feel confident in her abilities to be their advocate, protector and source for reliable resources from attorneys and lenders to painters and plumbers. MaryEllen promotes honesty, integrity and professionalism.

MaryEllen's community involvement is extensive. She has served as an active leader in her community including the Junior Women’s League Board, the 2004-2005 President of the Women of St. Chrysostom’s, building on-site for Habitat for Humanity in Chicago and actively serving as a member of multiple Chambers of Commerce. MaryEllen also donates generously to various church and charitable organizations. MaryEllen is dedicated to world missions and decent, affordable housing that is in reasonable proximity to schools, employment opportunities and human services for all across the nation.

MaryEllen and her husband, Ted Kuehl, are lifelong Chicagoland residents and currently reside in Chicago’s North Center/Lincoln Square area. MaryEllen’s passions include her three grown children, her grandchildren, her dog, Kodiak, gardening, knitting and bicycling.

MARYELLEN KUEHL’S CREDENTIALS

ORGANIZATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS:

National Association of Realtors (NAR)

Illinois Association of Realtors (IAR)

Chicago Association of Realtors (CAR)

Women’s Council of Realtors (WCR), Chicago Chapter-an affiliate of NAR

Lincoln Square Chamber of Commerce

North Center Chamber of Commerce

Ravenswood Community Council

Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce

Lakeview Chamber of Commerce

Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce

Gold Coast Neighborhood Association

Greater Michigan Avenue Chamber of Commerce

Habitat for Humanity

Certified Residential Sales Council (CRS)

Real Estate Buyers Agency Council (REBAC)

Women of St. Chrysostom (WOSC)

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS:

2008 WCR "Member of the Year" Award

2008 Green Building for Real Estate Professionals Certified (GBREP-GL)

2008 WCR State of Illinois 2008 Secretary

2008 WCR Chicago Chapter Communication Chair

2008 WCR Chicago Chapter Website Chair

2008 WCR Chicago Chapter Governing Board Member-at-Large

2007 Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation

2007 Illinois Women’s Council of Realtors Parliamentarian

2005-2007 Professional Standards Grievance Committee—Chicago Assoc. of Realtors

2006 Heritage Registry of Who’s Who Recipient

2006 Manchester Who’s Who Among Executive and Professional Women Lifetime Honors Recipient

2006 Education Chairman, Illinois State WCR

2005 Bylaws Chairman, Illinois State WCR

2005 Budget Committee, Illinois State WCR

2004-2005 President—Women of St. Chrysostom

2004 Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) Designation

2004 Performance Management Network (PMN) Designation

2003 ePro Candidate

2003 Founded The Kuehl Group, Inc. as an Independent Illinois Brokerage

2003 Illinois Broker License

2003 Newsletter Chairwoman, WCR Illinois State Chapter

2002 First-time Home Buyer and New Home Specialist

2001 Senior Real Estate Specialist Designation (SRES)

2001 Founded The Kuehl Group, Inc. as concierge real estate team under RE/MAX Exlusive Properties

2001 Publicity Chairwoman, WCR Illinois State Chapter

2001 Immediate Past President and Nominating Chairwoman, WCR Chicago Chapter

2000 Coldwell Banker International President’s Circle

2000 President, Women’s Council of Realtors, Chicago Chapter

2000 Leadership Training Graduate (LTG)

2000 Relocation Certification

1999 Coldwell Banker International President’s Circle

1999 President-Elect & Program Chairwoman, Women’s Council of Realtors (WCR), Chicago Chapter

1999 “By Referral Only” Brian Buffini Graduate

1998 Coldwell Banker Stanmeyer Top Producer Training Graduate

1998 Coldwell Banker Previews Exceptional Property Specialist (Luxury Home Specialist)

1997 Mike Ferry Top Producer Training Graduate

Testimonials

Scott Linebrink, Chicago White Sox

“Your professional experience did really IMPRESS me! You surely know the market and the strategy! It is a wonderful feeling to know that the real estate professionals that help you are people that you can really trust!...with the professional help MaryEllen and The Kuehl Group provides, I am confident that I have made the right decision! It’s been a pleasure working with you!” – Emily Chou

“I have been an attorney for over 20 years and I want you to know that it is always a joy to work with The Kuehl Group, Inc. MaryEllen Kuehl and The Kuehl Group, Inc. demonstrate a dedication to their clients that is unmatched. Too often real estate brokers get the signature on the contract and then think their job is done. On the other hand, this is when The Kuehl Group demonstrates that they are a cut above…a satisfied purchaser or seller comes from a team effort by the real estate broker, attorney, and in the case of a purchaser, the mortgage broker. MaryEllen Kuehl understands everyone’s role and does a great job of managing the team and staying on top of every detail from contract signing, disclosures, inspections, loan approval to closing. I suspect that clients will never know how tremendous The Kuehl Group, Inc. is until they make the mistake of trying someone else. Thank you again for doing such a great job and making my job of handling the legal side of the transaction easier.” - Kevin Salam, Attorney at Law

"MaryEllen Kuehl possessed the confidence, intelligence, and work ethic that enabled us get the best deal for our home purchase. She was tenacious in her approach towards helping us find a desirable, affordable home. It was our first time buying a home and MaryEllen made the entire process much easier and smoother than we had anticipated. We appreciated and valued having someone in our corner--looking out for our interests--when making such an important investment." - Dr. Sam Abbas

"In a challenging market at a higher price point, The Kuehl Group used multiple marketing angles and savvy pitch-making to secure a stable tenant and a long term lease. This experience has made proposition for an investment property rather attractive - even from across the country." -Marty S.

"It was a pleasure working with MaryEllen Kuehl. We had a very broad search and MaryEllen helped us narrow it down through her great website and knowledge of the Chicago suburbs. She was very informative and paid attention to every detail of our request. In the end she helped us find a great house in a great neighborhood. During the negotiations she led us with confidence and skill. As we moved into contract MaryEllen provided invaluable resources such as inspector and attorney recommendations. She tediously reviewed the contract and all attorney communications, providing insight and recommendations all the way through the closing. We would recommend MaryEllen to anyone looking to buy a home - thanks MaryEllen!" -Scott and Becky Becker

“My Husband & I used MaryEllen as our real estate agent last year when we were searching for a home. She was very quick to respond to my initial inquiry of services. She is extremely knowledgeable in real estate, set up appointments, gave us great advice, drove us to appointments, walked us through each step and provided much needed support to us as we were 1st time home buyers. I would recommend her in a heartbeat to anyone looking to either sell or buy a home.” - Unity Ostercamp

“When I was looking to relocate to the city a couple of years ago, I contacted Mary Ellen and the Kuehl Group to help me find a new residence. She was extremely knowledgable of the areas that I was interested in as well as being able to offer alternative neighborhoods that I had not originally considered. She found me the perfect location and I have been extremely happy since I moved in two and a half years ago. Mary Ellen will be my agent when I look to change residence again and I will recommend her highly when I am speaking with anyone that is considering a new home. She and everyone in her agency are highly trained professionals that I have the highest confidence in recommending.” -Jane Steinbrecher

“I have worked on several transactions with MaryEllen. She provides a superior level of customer service and knowledge of the real estate market to each of her clients. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.” - Tom Fishwick, VP of Mortgage Lending , Guaranteed Rate

“MaryEllen's level of professionalism and expertise exceeds the norm. She posseses many unique skills and the ability to continuously go above and beyond client's needs and expectations. I have the utmost respect for MaryEllen.” -Natalie Porfyris