Busby Group Named Among the Top 1.5% of Real Estate Professionals Nationwide by RealTrends Verified
Busby Group Earns RealTrends Verified Recognition for 2026
Busby Group is honored to once again be recognized by RealTrends Verified, earning a place among the top 1.5% of real estate professionals nationwide based on 2025 sales performance.
This annual ranking recognizes the highest-performing agents and teams across the United States based on independently verified sales volume and transaction sides.
You can view our RealTrends Verified profile here:
https://www.realtrends.com/team-profile/busby-group-illinois-compass/
Busby Group RealTrends Verified Rankings
According to RealTrends Verified, Busby Group achieved:
$86.94 Million in Sales Volume
106 Transaction Sides
National Ranking #376 by Volume
National Ranking #654 by Sides
Illinois Ranking #15 by Volume
Illinois Ranking #30 by Sides
Average Sales Price: $820,200
These results earned Busby Group recognition as both a:
RealTrends Verified Top Team by Volume
RealTrends Verified Top Team by Sides
What Does the RealTrends Verified Top 1.5% Ranking Mean?
RealTrends Verified is widely considered one of the most respected performance benchmarks in the real estate industry.
Each year, RealTrends verifies sales production data to identify the highest-performing real estate professionals and teams across the country. Inclusion in the rankings means a team is among the top 1.5% of agents and teams nationwide based on measurable results.
For consumers, this provides an objective way to evaluate experience, consistency, and market performance when selecting a real estate advisor.
A Top 1% Real Estate Team in Chicago, Chicagoland, and Nationwide
While the RealTrends ranking recognizes the top 1.5% of professionals nationwide, Busby Group's performance consistently places us among the top 1% of real estate teams in Chicago, throughout Chicagoland, and nationally.
Over the years, we have built our business around a simple philosophy: combine expert market knowledge, strategic guidance, and concierge-level service to help clients make confident real estate decisions.
Today, that approach has resulted in:
More than $1 billion in career sales
Nearly 90% referral-based business
Recognition among the top-performing teams locally and nationally
Trusted relationships with buyers, sellers, investors, developers, attorneys, financial advisors, healthcare professionals, and corporate leaders
What This Recognition Means for Our Clients
Awards and rankings are meaningful, but what matters most is the impact they have on the people we serve.
In 2025 alone, Busby Group helped more than 100 buyers, sellers, investors, and relocating families successfully navigate the Chicago real estate market.
Whether helping a homeowner maximize value, coordinating a complex sell-to-buy move, securing an off-market opportunity, or managing a luxury relocation, our goal remains the same: deliver exceptional results while making the process as seamless as possible.
Why Clients Choose Busby Group
Concierge-Level Service
Our dedicated in-house concierge team helps coordinate every aspect of the process, from vendors and repairs to movers, organizers, attorneys, contractors, and trusted local resources.
Sell-to-Buy Expertise
Many homeowners need to sell before purchasing their next property. We specialize in helping clients align both sides of the transaction to maximize flexibility, certainty, and financial outcomes.
Access to Off-Market Opportunities
A significant number of transactions occur through private networks before reaching the public market. Our relationships throughout Chicago and across the country help create unique opportunities for both buyers and sellers.
Hyper-Local Market Expertise
From Lincoln Park, Gold Coast, River North, West Loop, Bucktown, and Logan Square to the North Shore, Western Suburbs, and Southwest Suburbs, our team provides neighborhood-specific expertise backed by decades of experience.
Thank You to Our Clients, Team, and Partners
This recognition would not be possible without the trust of our clients, the support of our referral partners, and the commitment of our incredible team.
We are especially grateful to the clients who continue to introduce us to their friends, family members, colleagues, and neighbors. The fact that nearly 90% of our business comes from referrals is one of the accomplishments we are most proud of.
We are also thankful for our partnership with Compass and the resources, technology, and collaborative network that help us deliver exceptional service across Chicago and beyond.
Looking Ahead
As we continue through 2026, our focus remains unchanged.
We will continue to provide:
Strategic real estate guidance
Data-driven market expertise
Concierge-level support
Strong negotiation and advocacy
Exceptional client experiences
Whether you're buying, selling, investing, relocating, or simply exploring your options, we're always happy to serve as a resource.
About Busby Group
Busby Group is a top 1% real estate team serving Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. With more than $1 billion in career sales, nationally recognized performance, and a dedicated in-house concierge department, we help clients navigate every stage of the real estate process with confidence, clarity, and results.