All Forum Posts by: Brandi Smith

@Eudith Vacio Thank you so much for the warm welcome!!! I truly appreciate it. As for the Northwest suburbs, I’m a big fan of areas like Palatine, Schaumburg, & Mount Prospect. They offer solid school districts, commuter access, and increasingly investor-friendly zoning that’s flying a bit under the radar. We are seeing steady rent growth and appreciation. They’re strong picks for long-term buy & hold or value-add strategies.

Hi everyone! I'm Brandi Smith, a REALTOR® based in Chicagoland with United Realty Group. I’ve been in the real estate industry for 4 years, and I’m here to connect with investors looking to grow in and around the Chicago or Northern/Northwest Suburban market.

My background is in real estate marketing and operations, and I love helping clients find opportunities that align with their long-term investment goals — whether it's a cash-flowing rental, BRRRR potential, or off-market deals through my network.

I joined BiggerPockets to learn, connect, and hopefully become a resource for investors (especially those outside of Chicago who need boots on the ground).

Looking forward to being part of the community and sharing value wherever I can!

— Brandi