The number one reason I chose Coldwell Banker Realty—and specifically the Evanston office—is because of Jiji Caponi. From our very first meeting more than five years ago, Jiji has been an unwavering source of support and guidance. She’s always there to take my calls, offer meaningful advice, share insightful solutions, and ensure I never feel alone in this fast-paced industry.

Her leadership has empowered me to thrive. The systems she has in place—from weekly updates that keep us ahead of changing rules and regulations to her dynamic office meetings—have created an environment of professionalism, growth, and confidence. The knowledgeable and approachable staff she’s cultivated make us look—and feel—like top-tier agents.

Working under Jiji’s leadership has been a game-changer for my career. I’m incredibly grateful to be part of a team led by someone so committed, supportive, and passionate. Thank you, Jiji, from the bottom of my heart!

When I first passed the real estate exam, Jiji was one of the few managing brokers who made a genuine effort to recruit me. She invested a lot of time personally training me, and I owe much of my success today to her. Jiji is patient, professional, knowledgeable, and kind—truly one of the best in Chicagoland!

As someone fairly new to real estate, having Jiji as a manager has made all the difference. From the start, she’s been incredibly welcoming, approachable, and patient, always making time to answer my questions (no matter how small they might seem) without ever making me feel judged. Her support has helped me build confidence in this new career. I truly feel like she’s invested in my growth and success. I also really appreciate the helpful office staff and the resources available,  it’s been such a supportive environment to start this journey in, and I’m grateful to be part of her team.

I have worked with Jij as a brand new agent for the past year. I joined Coldwell Banker not only because of it's brand and reputation, but also because I initially met Jiji and was impressed with her friendliness, knowledge and professionalism. In this past year, I have come to relay heavily on Jiji for new agent things. She has always been approachable and willing to help, even at all hours of the day and on weekends. She really knows so much about the industry and I know I can count on her expertise and ability to guide me as I'm starting out. I value her so much and love working with Jiji. She's the best!

It's truly a pleasure to share my experience at Coldwell Banker. As a second-year agent, I've found the support and environment here to be exceptional. A huge part of that positive experience comes from our Managing Broker, Jiji Caponi. Jiji is not only incredibly nice and approachable, but her constant willingness to help and her knack for developing effective strategies for agents are invaluable.

Beyond Jiji's outstanding leadership, the professionalism and helpfulness of the entire office staff make a real difference daily. The marketing tools and resources available are top-notch, genuinely contributing to our success. The overall office culture feels incredibly supportive and collaborative, fostering an environment where agents can thrive. I'm genuinely grateful for the fantastic foundation Coldwell Banker, and especially Jiji, provides.