About Ben

If there’s one thing that real estate agent Ben Ratner knows about, it’s scoring goals. Whether he’s coaching hockey players to a victory or guiding buyers and sellers to a successful closing, Ben is focused on the prize and delivers results time after time. Ben’s knowledge of the real estate industry, leadership skills and team-focused mindset enable him to serve his clients with a winning game plan that secures optimal return on investment for sellers and a perfect home for buyers. Licensed in Illinois, Wisconsin and Michigan, Ben is affiliated with the Elmhurst office of Coldwell Banker Realty. He grew up in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago but has also lived in Wisconsin, so he readily serves clients from Chicago to Madison to Milwaukee and anywhere in between. Ben’s experience across states, counties and cities provides him with a wide range of market knowledge and the versatility needed to represent buyers and sellers of all types. Ben has also worked on many VA deals, making him well-versed in the process and the unique needs of military veterans. Buyers and sellers alike benefit from Ben’s in-depth market analysis and keen ability to determine a good value. He provides his clients with facts, statistics and his professional opinion – guiding them through the process with total transparency but never pushing them in any specific direction. Ben’s approach, plus his calm demeanor, puts his clients at ease and empowers them to make an informed decision. Ben’s a quick problem-solver who is always on top of the task at hand. Clients rave about how seamless he made the process and what a true advocate he was for them. Ben earned his real estate license in 2017. He played junior hockey for two years in Madison, where he served as team captain, and he’s currently a USA Hockey Level 3 coach for Glenbard high schools. When he’s not busy working, Ben enjoys spending time with his wife, Liv, and playing with their Aussiedoodle, Mallow, a never-ending ball of energy. Not surprisingly, Ben also loves sports, especially football and hockey. He likes to travel, explore new cities and meet people from all walks of life. His main goal, however, is to be your real estate agent for life, not just for one transaction. Ben Ratner offers superior service and a winning record. Contact him today – he is ready to serve you!