Meet Lisa Schutz & Paul Chadwick, the Pinnacle Property Team at Baird & Warner, a powerhouse duo serving the Fox Valley and western suburbs of Chicagoland with a combined 30 years of full-time real estate experience. With over 590 successful sales and a reputation built on results, relationships, and relentless dedication, they are among the most trusted real estate teams in Kane County.
Together, Lisa and Paul bring a rare combination of strengths that most clients can't find in a single agent, let alone a team. Their deep market knowledge and sharp pricing strategy consistently put sellers in the strongest possible position from day one, while their skilled negotiating expertise ensures every client, buyer or seller, gets the best possible outcome at the table. In a competitive market, having two experienced negotiators working on your behalf isn't just an advantage, it's a game changer.
What further sets them apart is their unique approach to listing presentation: Lisa is a professional home stager with a talent for transforming spaces into show-stopping properties, and Paul is a professional photographer who captures each home at its absolute best. Together, they make sure every listing commands attention online and in person, where it matters most.
They operate out of Baird & Warner's #1 Office in Kane County as recognized by Chicago Agent Magazine, and their track record speaks for itself.
Lisa Schutz — Broker Associate
Lisa brings an academic foundation in economics and business, a BA in Economics from the University of Iowa and an MBA from Dominican University, combined with hands-on expertise as a Certified Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA). That combination gives her a data-driven edge in market analysis, pricing, and contract strategy that clients consistently rely on.
A Chicago south side native who has called Fox Valley home for over 30 years, Lisa is also a 5-Star Zillow Agent and Certified Home Stager. In the past five years alone, she has closed 130+ sales, with clients routinely reporting homes sold in days, often with multiple offers.
What her clients say:
"Lisa sets the bar for realtors. Tireless, sees nothing as an obstacle, always on, positive, honest, and capable." - Maureen E. "You have an advocate on your side from start to finish." - Mike C.
Paul Chadwick — Broker Associate
Paul brings a uniquely analytical eye to real estate, rooted in his Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Design from Purdue University, giving him an exceptional ability to assess a property's form, function, and market positioning with precision that goes beyond the numbers. Combined with 25+ years of experience in strategic marketing and transaction management, Paul understands exactly how to position a home to attract the right buyers and negotiate the strongest terms.
A 30-year Fox Valley resident himself, Paul is known as a high-touch broker with 50+ five-star reviews and credentials as a Short Sales & Foreclosure Resource (SFR) and Broker Price Opinion Resource (BPOR) specialist. His professional photography ensures every listing makes a powerful first impression, but it's his market insight and negotiating skill that seal the deal.
What his clients say:
"Paul helped us price aggressively and we sold in one week, above asking price. He took superb - really the best I've seen - photos of our home. Hardworking, honest, friendly, funny, and an all-around pleasure to work with." - Dave S.
Why the Pinnacle Property Team?
When you work with Lisa and Paul, you get two seasoned professionals whose skills are perfectly complementary and deeply aligned:
- Pricing & Market Analysis - Lisa's PSA designation and economics background paired with Paul's Industrial Design perspective and BPOR credential means homes are priced with both analytical rigor and a keen understanding of what the market will bear
- Negotiating Power - Two experienced negotiators in your corner, working every angle to protect your interests and maximize your outcome
- Listing Presentation - Professional staging + professional photography = listings that stand out and sell faster
- Local Expertise - 30+ combined years in the Fox Valley means they know the communities, the subdivisions, the school districts, and the market trends intimately
- Concierge-Level Service - Consistently described by clients as responsive, proactive, honest, and tireless from first conversation to final closing
Awards & Recognition
- 🏆 2022 Excellence in Client Service Award - Google & Homesnap
- 🏅 #1 Baird & Warner Office in Kane County - Chicago Agent Magazine
- ⭐ 5-Star Rated on Zillow, Google & Realtor.com (50+ reviews combined)
Markets & Communities Served
Geneva · St. Charles · Batavia · South Elgin · North Aurora · Elburn · Wayne · Naperville · Schaumburg · Crystal Lake · Warrenville and surrounding western suburban communities
Subdivision Specialties: Crane Road Estates · Eagle Brook · Fisher Farms · Fox Mill · Hidden Oaks · Mill Creek · Prairie Lakes · Silver Glen Estates · Thornwood
School Districts: St. Charles D303 · Geneva D304 · Batavia D101
Designations & Credentials
Lisa Schutz
- PSA - Pricing Strategy Advisor
- Certified Home Stager
- 5-Star Zillow Agent
- NAR Member
Paul Chadwick
- SFR - Short Sales & Foreclosure Resource
- BPOR - Broker Price Opinion Resource
- 5-Star Zillow Agent
- NAR Member / REALTOR®