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EXPERIENCE AND ACHIEVEMENTS:1967 - Present Independent Real Estate Professional;2000 - Awarded Certified Residential Specialist - earned by less than 5% of REALTORS®;2002 - Century 21® Master Award;Multi-Million Dollar Producer.
EDUCATION:Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago IL;Oceanside Junior College, Oceanside CA;Manley High School, Chicago IL.
MISSION STATEMENT - EXCEEDS YOUR EXPECTATIONS:Improve the quality of life for my clients and family with integrity to create financial security in a professional manner, while leading a balanced life and still giving back to the community.
AREAS SERVICED:Des Plaines,Glenview,Golf,Lincolnwood,Morton Grove,
Mount Prospect,Niles,Skokie.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®;
Illinois Association of REALTORS®;Certified Residential Council;Midwest Real Estate Data LLC;CENTURY 21 Masters Club.
PERSONAL INFORMATION:Resident of Skokie and Morton Grove for over 40 Years;Enjoys Golf and Politics;Has Seven Children.
Joseph Hedrick
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