A little bit about me...

Dale’s journey into real estate was sparked by curiosity—but it quickly transformed into a passion, fueled by the powerful impact this industry has on creating better futures for his clients, his family, and himself. That same drive continues to deliver long-lasting benefits to those he serves—benefits that will be felt for generations to come.

With 11 years of experience in sales, Dale thrives on challenge, competition, and the deep satisfaction that comes from helping people fulfill their goals. He’s proven he can navigate any market, having lived and worked throughout the northern, northwest, western, and southern suburbs of Chicagoland—from Waukegan to Frankfort. In addition to residential sales, Dale brings firsthand experience in new construction, both assisting clients and building two homes of his own.

What truly sets Dale apart is his rare blend of discipline, leadership, and people-first mindset. As a World Karate Champion, instructor, and USA team coach, Dale has honed mental toughness, focus, and the ability to motivate others—skills he seamlessly applies to real estate. As a Firefighter and Lieutenant, he’s no stranger to high-pressure situations, quick decision-making, and unwavering integrity. Combined with over a decade of experience in sales and negotiation, Dale offers clients a high-performance mindset, service-driven dedication, and results-oriented strategy that few can match.

But don’t just take our word for it—his clients say it best:

“Dale couldn’t be more patient and comforting as we navigated finding my forever home. I really knew nothing about real estate at all... I can’t speak highly enough about Dale and how he made the process actually fun. Thank you so much Dale—forever in your debt.”

“Dale was extremely helpful and available when looking for our home... He paid attention to details, big and small, throughout the process and even helped direct us with the next steps after closing. Highly recommend!”

Originally from Oak Park, Dale grew up in Hoffman Estates, later lived in Bartlett and Palatine, and now calls South Elgin home. He treasures time with his family, often serving as the “glue” that keeps everyone connected—finding any excuse to celebrate together, no matter how small. Dale believes family extends far beyond blood and carries that belief into the relationships he builds with clients, friends, and his community.

While his martial arts background might suggest a tough exterior, Dale’s heart is all in. Whether it's hosting tea parties with his nieces, going on adventures with his nephew, or helping someone overcome a personal challenge—he leads with compassion and loyalty.

He also has a deep commitment to giving back. From organizing a karate kick-a-thon against cancer, to running the Chicago Marathon for first responders, to supporting the fight against cystic fibrosis, Dale gives his time and energy generously. Most recently, he became an Officer with the Knights of Columbus, serving as their Health/Safety lead.

Dale lives by the words of Theodore Roosevelt, a quote that perfectly reflects his spirit:

“It is not the critic who counts, not the one who points out how the strong man stumbled or how the doer of deeds might have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred with sweat and dust and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs and comes short again and again; who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, and spends himself in a worthy cause; who, if he wins, knows the triumph of high achievement; and who, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who know neither victory nor defeat.

Reviews


Highly likely to recommend

“Colleen was just a pleasure to work with ! I would recommend this group to everyone! Great people”

Highly likely to recommend

“I would highly recommend working with Colleen. She took care of us every step of the way and was always available night or day for questions and concerns. She talked us off the ledge, a couple of times and assured us that everything was going to be ok. Her connections in the industry and her many years of experience really show her true passion for this industry. My Family would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping us with the purchase of our first home.”

Highly likely to recommend

“My husband and I started looking for homes 3 years ago but only really wanted to live in certain school districts with Lemont being our #1 choice. We needed a fast, smart motivated realtor. After a few showings we were having difficulty finding a realtor fast enough to get us a house in the neighborhood we wanted in our price range. A friend recommended Katie Kelly to us. We had our first showing with her and she was positive, smart and most important for us FAST. Sure enough, Katie found us our dream home in Lemont. I noticed on Facebook groups people were discussing how they wanted to go for a showing at our home but their realtor couldn’t get them in yet. At that point we already had an offer in thanks to Katie. If it wasn’t for her we would not have our dream home. Katie worked extremely hard to get us closed before 30 days. Katie was out for our best interest and extremely caring- we have 3 children 3 and under and we were in a rush to get settled. She’s not only the best realtor but a genuine wonderful person. I can promise you will not find a better realtor period.”

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Bart Basinski! 🎂🎉

Here’s to a day filled with celebration, good vibes, and everything that makes you smile! 🥳 Your drive, positivity, and dedication are truly appreciated — today we raise a toast to you! 🍰🎈

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