Veteran broker cites independence, advanced technology and renewed vision as key drivers behind move from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

Baird & Warner, Chicagoland’s largest independent and locally owned real estate brokerage, today announced that Steve Jasinski has returned to the firm after five years with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. Jasinski will lead the Jasinski Home Team out of Baird & Warner’s La Grange office, with a strategic focus on Chicago’s near west suburbs as well as the greater Chicagoland area.

A respected industry veteran with deep local knowledge and national relocation experience, Jasinski and his team’s return reflects a broader trend Baird & Warner has seen among a series of high-performing agents joining the firm, citing its independence, responsive local leadership and significant investment in technology for influencing their move. Other recent examples include Peter Cummins of Cummins Advisors, who joined Baird & Warner’s Winnetka office after 16 years with @properties, and the Gerber Diaz Group, which moved to Baird & Warner’s Highland Park office from Compass.

“For me, it was Baird & Warner’s merger with Dream Town that really put things in motion,” said Jasinski. “With Compass buying @properties and Anywhere Real Estate, someone has to stand up to the 600-pound gorilla in the room, and I’m glad it’s an independent firm with local leadership.”

Jasinski pointed to the firm’s tangible investments in agent support tools and infrastructure as another decisive factor in his move. “Baird & Warner has come a long way from where it was five years ago, and the recent changes aren’t just a rebrand — there’s actual substance behind it,” he said. “The Cloze CRM system, the best-in-class websites and tools like Baird & Warner’s proprietary AI assistant Remi, showed me the firm gets where the industry is headed and is responding immediately. I want to be with a company that understands the moment, is making smart moves now and is clearly heading in the right direction.”

Equally important to Jasinski was Baird & Warner’s culture and access to leadership. “This is a company where managers know you, live in the community and return your phone calls,” he added. “You’re not just a cog in a national, Wall Street-backed machine.”

Before entering real estate, Jasinski spent 20 years in the banking industry. He initially joined Baird & Warner as part of a team, later went solo and ultimately founded the Jasinski Home Team. Today, the team comprises two staff members and three agents, including Phillip Masionis and Giselle Hurtado, with further growth planned.

In addition to his strong presence and expertise in the Western suburbs, Jasinski brings extensive experience in national business development and corporate and executive relocations, serving clients moving both into and out of the Chicagoland area.

“Steve embodies the kind of experienced, future-minded talent Baird & Warner continues to attract,” said David Bailey, senior vice president and general sales manager at Baird & Warner. “He understands the value of the independence and culture that only a locally owned firm can offer. Steve’s return, alongside recent recruits across the North Shore and beyond, underscores the momentum Baird & Warner is seeing as more top real estate professionals look for a brokerage that truly aligns with their values and ambitions.”

For more information about the Jasinski Home Team, visit jasinskihometeam.bairdwarner.com.

About Baird & Warner Real Estate, Inc.:
Established in 1855, family-owned Baird & Warner is Chicagoland’s largest independent real estate services company. The Baird & Warner brand has been synonymous with making real estate easier through experience, innovation and integrity for more than 170 years. Steve Baird, the firm’s fifth-generation owner, has been consistently recognized among the industry’s most influential leaders. Baird & Warner is a 10-time Chicago Tribune Top Workplace award winner, and with almost 2,700 broker associates and staff in 30 offices and comprehensive mortgage, title, insurance and relocation services, it ranks among the nation’s top real estate firms. Learn more at BairdWarner.com.

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