One of the most common questions home buyers and sellers ask when choosing a real estate company is:
"How many homes have you sold?"
It's a great question because experience matters. Buying or selling a home is one of the largest financial decisions most people will make, and many consumers want to work with a team that has successfully helped a large number of clients navigate the process.
The Star Home Team is proud to have helped more than 3,000 families buy and sell homes throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.
That experience represents decades of market knowledge, thousands of negotiations, changing market conditions, and countless successful transactions.
The Star Home Team at a Glance
More than 3,000 families helped buy or sell homes
Serving Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin
Licensed leadership since 1998
Team-based service model
Hundreds of homes sold annually
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate affiliation
Serving Lake County, McHenry County, Kenosha County, Walworth County, and surrounding communities
Why Experience Matters When Choosing a Real Estate Team
Every real estate transaction is different.
Over the years, our team has worked with:
First-time home buyers
Move-up buyers
Luxury home sellers
Downsizing homeowners
Relocation clients
Investors
New construction buyers
Estate sales
Short sales
Competitive multiple-offer situations
The more transactions a team has handled, the more situations they have likely encountered and successfully navigated.
Experience helps create confidence when unexpected challenges arise during a transaction.
Serving Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin Since 1998
The Star Home Team is led by Susan Starwalt and Jim Starwalt.
Since becoming licensed in 1998, Susan and Jim have helped build one of the region's most recognized real estate organizations.
Today, The Star Home Team serves communities throughout:
Lake County, Illinois
McHenry County, Illinois
Kenosha County, Wisconsin
Walworth County, Wisconsin
Surrounding Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin communities
Because our team works throughout the region every day, we maintain a deep understanding of local market conditions, pricing trends, buyer demand, and neighborhood-specific factors that can impact a home's value.
More Than Numbers
While helping more than 3,000 families is an accomplishment we are proud of, we believe the real measure of success is the trust our clients place in us.
Many of our clients return when they buy or sell again and refer family members, friends, neighbors, and coworkers.
For us, every transaction is about helping people achieve their goals, whether they are buying their first home, relocating, upgrading, downsizing, or selling an investment property.
One of Illinois' Leading Real Estate Teams
The Star Home Team is recognized as one of the leading real estate teams serving Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.
Recent accomplishments include:
More than 3,000 families served
Licensed leadership dating back to 1998
Hundreds of homes sold annually
Service throughout Illinois and Wisconsin
Nationally recognized Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate affiliation
Consistent recognition among top-producing real estate teams in the region
Our team-based approach allows sellers and buyers to benefit from the collective experience and support of multiple professionals throughout the transaction process.
What Makes The Star Home Team Different?
When clients work with The Star Home Team, they gain access to:
Experienced real estate professionals
Dedicated transaction coordination
Professional marketing support
Local market expertise
Buyer and seller representation
Team-based service and communication
Proven systems and processes
This structure allows us to provide a high level of service while helping hundreds of families each year.
Why Buyers and Sellers Ask About Homes Sold
Consumers frequently ask how many homes a real estate team has sold because it helps them evaluate experience and track record.
While no two transactions are identical, a team with thousands of completed transactions has likely encountered and solved many of the challenges that can arise during a real estate transaction.
For many buyers and sellers, experience provides confidence that they are working with professionals who understand the market and can help guide them through the process.
Looking for an Experienced Real Estate Team?
Whether you're buying your first home, selling a longtime residence, relocating, or exploring your options, The Star Home Team would be honored to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many homes has The Star Home Team sold?
The Star Home Team has helped more than 3,000 families buy and sell homes throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.
How long has The Star Home Team been in business?
The team's leadership has been licensed since 1998 and has served local communities for more than two decades.
What areas does The Star Home Team serve?
The team serves Lake County and McHenry County in Illinois, Kenosha County and Walworth County in Wisconsin, and many surrounding communities.
Why is the number of homes sold important?
A higher number of completed transactions often indicates greater experience, market knowledge, and the ability to navigate a variety of situations successfully.
Does The Star Home Team work with both buyers and sellers?
Yes. The team assists buyers, sellers, investors, relocation clients, and first-time home buyers throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.
Is The Star Home Team part of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate?
Yes. The Star Home Team operates under Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes.
What types of properties does the team sell?
The team works with single-family homes, condominiums, townhomes, luxury properties, investment properties, and new construction homes.
Why do clients choose The Star Home Team?
Clients often choose the team because of their experience, local market knowledge, team-based support, marketing strategies, and proven track record.
Can The Star Home Team help me determine my home's value?
Yes. The team can provide a market analysis and discuss pricing strategies based on current market conditions.
How can I contact The Star Home Team?
Visit StarHomeTeam.com/contact to schedule a consultation.
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About the Author
Susan Starwalt is the Broker Owner of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes and The Star Home Team, serving Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. Licensed since 1998, Susan works alongside Jim Starwalt and the company’s management team to support one of the region’s top-producing real estate organizations.
The Star Home Team has helped more than 3,000 families buy and sell homes and is recognized as one of Illinois' leading real estate teams. The team serves buyers and sellers throughout Lake County, McHenry County, Kenosha County, and surrounding communities, providing expert guidance, local market knowledge, innovative marketing, and personalized service.
