Real stories, real results

Changing lives through real estate.

Forty years of introductions, worldwide. Here are some of them.

Where my referrals have landed

Doors opened worldwide.

Arizona, California, Ohio, Georgia, Florida, Portugal, Italy. Wherever your referral is headed, I have either walked that ground or I know the professional who has.

01California

A California Connection

A local client needed help managing the estate sale of a family property out of state. It was a sensitive, overwhelming situation with many moving parts.

I connected them with a compassionate, concierge-level REALTOR® who understood both the sensitivity of an estate sale and the dynamics of the fast-moving California market.

The result: nineteen offers and a sale price of $560,000 over asking. The family felt seen, heard, supported and, most importantly, at peace.

02Portugal

Across the Globe in Portugal

Another client was exploring an international move for retirement. Instead of sending a list of names, I went to the source, literally. I traveled to Portugal.

My goal was to build a trusted network of vetted agents and attorneys who understand the experience of American expats starting anew.

Now, when my client is ready, so is his dream team. His path will be paved with confidence.

03Atlanta

Matching a Mission in Atlanta

A corporate client working in Uber's electric vehicle division needed a commercial agent in Atlanta to locate a parking lot for their driverless fleet.

Within hours, I had them connected with the right commercial expert, someone who understood zoning, logistics and corporate site selection.

This client now reveres me as their first call for any future real estate needs.

04Florida

Finding Community (and Pickleball) in Florida

A client needed to sell two properties in Florida. Knowing she is an avid pickleball player, I searched specifically not only for a qualified agent, but for one whose profile mentioned that same passion. (Bonus: her partner happened to be a semi-professional pickleball player.)

That shared interest created instant rapport, and the comfort of community at a very difficult time of loss and transition.

This referral ignited a relationship grounded in empathy and understanding. The best connections are about compatibility.

What clients say

More love from clients.

In Sheila we trust! As experienced homebuyers, we approached buying a new home with some trepidation, expecting sales pressure and an after-sale "sell and forget" posture. Not so with Sheila!
She worked closely with us to get us the lot and home we wanted, a home with many options and departures from the norm. Sheila was our trusted advocate throughout construction, closing, and punch list fulfillment.
She understood that buying a new home should be an exciting process, and she fed our excitement in the right amounts at the right times. Her advocacy never wavered. We got the beautiful home we wanted. Sheila helped give us a better life!
Tracy and John R.

Sheila Chonis was so helpful in helping me sell my house in San Francisco. We had a complicated situation, because my brother and I owned half of the house, and my aunt owned the other half.
Sheila was able to find a realtor that was able to navigate the different personalities and us all wanting different things. She interviewed the realtor who really knew the area, and how to deal with difficult situations.
The realtor she selected sold the house quickly and got a lot more money than expected. I would highly recommend having Sheila endorse any realtors that you might need, outside of the area, or even outside of the country.
Carol J.

I have known Sheila Chonis since around 2000 and have always admired her dedication to her clients and community. I've been blessed to serve alongside Sheila on several Boards of Directors and witness her leadership firsthand. She navigates every situation, and a wide variety of personalities, with grace, professionalism, and effectiveness. Sheila is a true leader, and I'm grateful to know and work with her.
Cari S.

Sheila is the kind of professional you want in your corner. She is knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely cares about helping people make the right decisions. What stands out most to me is how well connected she is and how willing she is to use those relationships to help her clients and the people around her.
She brings a personal, thoughtful approach to real estate and makes people feel comfortable throughout the process. I have enjoyed getting to know Sheila through BNI and feel very confident referring friends, family, and business contacts to her.
Shawn D.

With a 40-year career in real estate, Sheila brings an incredible amount of experience, professionalism, and connections to everything she does. She truly seems to know everyone and always knows the right person to connect you with. She is extremely punctual, responsive, and gets back to you almost immediately whenever you reach out. Even in more difficult situations, such as long-distance real estate needs or estate-related matters, Sheila has the experience and network to help point you in the right direction. If you have a complicated situation or simply need the right connection, Sheila is a great person to have in your corner!
Dallin L.

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