Lauren Washington is a true force of nature, a visionary entrepreneur, and a passionate real estate professional with over 17 years of experience in the industry. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, and raised in East Point, Lauren’s journey to success was not an easy one. However, her unrelenting spirit, unwavering determination, and unshakeable belief in herself allowed her to overcome all obstacles and become the successful businesswoman she is today.
After starting several businesses in cleaning, property services, and multi-level marketing, Lauren then decided to pursue endeavors in real estate. She then moved to Chicago in 2016, to expand her horizons and take her career to the next level. There, Lauren discovered her deep-rooted passion and charismatic mojo for property management. She taught herself the ropes, worked her way up the ranks, and gained invaluable experience in every aspect of the industry, from front desk operations to leasing, assistant management, and community management. She has since worked and/or worked with on over 85 properties in the Greater Chicago area and Atlanta, including Grey Star, Lincoln Property Management, Holsten Management, Pinnacle Management, Pegasus ,AMC,CH Ventutres. and the CHA (Chicago Housing Authority). In addition to working with some of the top property management companies, she has worked with some of the top BPO and property preservation companies in America
Lauren is a multi-faceted entrepreneur whose interests are varied particularly in self-development and business. She is a published author with 2 books currently under her belt. Her books, “Ä Beautiful Nightmare”, and “#WAIT-The Top 7 Things Every New Entrepreneur Should Consider”, are both inspiring and practical guides for anyone looking to start their own business or achieve financial freedom.
Lauren’s ultimate goal is to make a positive impact on the world by empowering others to believe in themselves, go after their dreams, and live the life they desire. With her unique combination of experience, expertise, and passion, she is well on her way to achieving that goal and making a difference in the lives of countless people.
Local knowledge of neighborhoods, guest expectations, and seasonal demand helps increase occupancy and nightly rates.
On the ground presence means faster responses to guest issues, better property care, and higher review scores.
Familiarity with Chicago’s evolving short term rental environment helps you operate more safely and sustainably over the long term.
