Big news: Dream Town is merging with Baird & Warner—uniting two of Chicagoland’s most respected independent brokerages to form a bold new force in the market.
Together, we’re becoming the second largest real estate firm in the region by number of properties sold (based on 2024 sales data), with nearly 3,000 agents, loan officers, and staff across more than 30 locations. But this move is about more than just numbers—it’s about values.
At a time when national real estate brands are being swept up by Wall Street and private equity, this merger is a celebration of what makes local, independent brokerages like ours so special: a focus on people, community, and a truly agent-first culture.
By combining Baird & Warner’s powerful history, relocation and lead generation, global luxury network, AI capabilities, and tech stack with Dream Town’s considerable city presence, proprietary technology, CRM, and marketing systems, agents will now have the depth of resources and breadth of market coverage to serve their clients and grow their business in any environment.
“Steve and I envisioned creating an even more competitive, locally committed, and powerful independent alternative for agents,” says Yuval Degani, founder and CEO of Dream Town. “This partnership allows us to offer the best technology and marketing—while staying true to our culture of community and collaboration.”
Baird & Warner, founded in 1855, has spent over 170 years growing a trusted brand with award-winning workplace culture and a reputation for integrity. Dream Town, founded in 1998, changed the game with its pioneering online tools and client-first service. Now, we’re excited to write our next chapter—together.
“We quickly realized that our shared values, service offerings, and technology would provide significant benefits for our agents and clients,” adds Steve Baird, President and CEO of Baird & Warner. “We’re thrilled to welcome Yuval Degani to our senior leadership team as President of Brokerage Services. Together, we’re shaping the future of independent real estate.”
This merger marks a bold new chapter—and we can’t wait to show you what’s next.
