About Kelly

Honesty, dedication, and personalized guidance are the cornerstones of the service Kelly Schmidt provides to every client. As the Managing Broker and Team Leader of The Kelly Schmidt Group, she proudly serves the Fox Valley and surrounding communities in Illinois, while also specializing in Naples, Bonita Springs, and Estero in Southwest Florida — all with a strong commitment to excellence and results. With over 15 years of experience in real estate—and more than 16 years in education, sales, and customer service—Kelly brings a unique blend of industry knowledge, local insight, and people-first service to every transaction. Kelly holds several specialized certifications, including: Master's degree in administration from Aurora University Certified Real Estate Negotiator (CREN), equipping her to secure the best deals for buyers and sellers Leading Relocation Specialist (LRS), ideal for clients relocating to or from the area Short Sales and Foreclosures Resource (SFR), ensuring even complex transactions are handled with ease As a lifelong Elburn resident and former educator in the St. Charles school system, Kelly knows the Fox Valley area inside and out—including Elburn, St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia and surrounding areas. Her deep understanding of local schools, neighborhoods, and community amenities is an asset for clients relocating to the region. Kelly believes that sharing knowledge empowers clients to make confident, informed decisions. Whether clients are buying, selling, or just exploring their options, she serves as a trusted advisor and advocate throughout the entire process. Kelly is approachable, responsive, and always ready to listen and guide clients toward their real estate goals. When not working with clients, Kelly enjoys traveling and spending time with her wonderful family. Her children—Dominic, Ben, and Abbie—are her greatest blessings, and she is grateful to share life with her amazing fiancé, Ernie. Kelly truly loves what she does and looks forward to being your trusted real estate partner.