Kurt Breitlander and d'aprile properties are well-positioned to advise their clients through today’s ever changing real estate market. Offering superior market insight, innovative marketing, and a very high level of customer service, resulting in consistent, award-winning success. d'aprile is synonymous with luxury. We understand what are clients are looking for, and excel and meeting their specific needs. By constantly monitoring changes in local market conditions and buyer feedback for each of the homes they sell, they have succeeded in keeping their clients' properties ahead of the market and continuing to generate sales. D'aprile has developed quite a niche as well for investment opportunities, and has extensive expertise in relocation. 

From first-time home buyers to investors, as well as some of the city's finest builders, d'aprile's client base is as diverse as the properties we represent. We have extensive experience in the condo, co-op, loft, townhouse, single-family home, multi-unit and new construction markets. d'aprile sells homes throughout Illinois and the suburbs, with major focus on Chicago, including an additional Lakeview office this Spring. d'aprile has maintained strong connections to a tight network of professionals that can help with everything from new construction, rehab, relocation, RIO goals and of course specialization in selling your home and helping you find the ideal property for you and your family.

 d'aprile makes a significant investment in the properties we sell. Before putting a home on the market, we work with our sellers to optimize the presentation of their home, to identify their target market, to develop a strategic marketing plan, to analytically assess market value, and to prepare customized marketing materials including brochures, floor plans, and photography. Once listed, we offer a comprehensive mix of high-quality print and web-based advertising venues as well as email feedback after each showing.

Kurt Breitlander and Krain are well-positioned to advise their clients through today’s ever changing real estate market. Krain offers superior market insight, innovative marketing, and a very high level of customer service, resulting in consistent, award-winning success. By constantly monitoring changes in local market conditions and buyer feedback for each of the homes they sell, they have succeeded in keeping their clients' properties ahead of the market and continuing to generate sales. Krain has developed quite a niche as well for investment opportunities, and has extensive leverage in the shortsale & REO arenas.

Lead Product Development Manager focused on new products, innovation and category growth. Most senior development person overseeing all NPD.

Red Team Leader managing Walmart/Walmart.com, Sam’s, Target/Target.com, Costco/Costco.com, BJ’s, Kmart, Meijer, Walgreens, Sears, Pamida, JC Penney, Smart Bargains, Fred Meyer & Canada. Utilize cross functional team to review, develop and implement new products, securing $35.2M in gross revenue without exceeding $16.1M in cost of goods sold. Hit 96.6% of financial objections in tough economic times. Responsible for top 5 of 8 largest accounts.

Category Marketing Manager for Private Label, Store Brands, and True Brands in Skin Care, Hair Care and Bath & Body Care.

Global Marketing Manager for WKI Brands (Corelle, Corningware, Pyrex, Baker’s Secret, Oxo, Revere, ECKO, Visions and Chicago Cutlery).

Marketing Manager – Sanford Brands (Papermate, Parker, Waterman, Reynolds, Berol, Rotring, Sharpie, Accent, Expo, Colorific, Prismacolor, Grumbacher, etc.).

Product Manager – Specialty Brands (Goody, Sanford/Papermate, Rogers, Rolodex, Eldon, Intercraft, Burnes of Boston, Connoisseur, Holson).

International Marketing Supervisor – Lip Care brands (Blistex, Mirame, Herbal Answer, Lip Tone, and Ultra) and Health Care brands (Stri-Dex, Kank-a, Foille, Dyprotex, and Ivarest).