About Us:

Having successfully assisted hundreds of families relocate to our area in the past years, we would be pleased to get to know you and help you find the best living arrangements if you decide to make Coles County or the surrounding area your home. Our agents service all of the communities in our ares. This includes: Charleston, Mattoon, Ashmore, Arcola, Neoga, Greenup, Oakland and others.

Rich in historical significance and natural beauty, Coles County and the surrounding area offer the resources and facilities to satisfy just about any recreational desire. Fishing, hunting, camping, boating, antiques and intercollegiate athletics (including the "Big Ten") can all be enjoyed within a 50 mile radius.

Superior educational and health facilities, a moderate climate and convenient urban proximity (Chicago, St. Louis, Indianapolis, Champaign) all add to the high quality of life and entertainment in our area. Charleston and Mattoon boast a thriving real estate market with stable prices and a wide array of home choices plus it's a great place to call home! 

Jan Eads, CRS, GRI

 
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Managing Broker/Owner
My years of experience and total commitment to providing excellent real estate service since 1974 have earned numerous awards and consistent client satisfaction. I make every effort to go beyond the call of duty to take care of the smallest details. I am a Certified Residential Specialist and a Broker / Owner. This commitment and my past track record are your assurance that you will be receiving quality real estate representation.
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Howard Eads

Howard Eads

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Broker Associate
I have been licensed since 1968 and have helped reolacting families, sold many farms and have specialized in Commercial real esteate.

I have seen our community grow and make many changes and feel I have been a great contributor to this growth. I am a "People Person" and strive to be the professional Realtor that you want on YOUR team.
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Gayle Strader

Gayle Strader

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Broker Associate
Having grown up on a farm in the area, Gayle enjoys the small town atmosphere in Charleston but she appreciates the scope of activities that Eastern Illinois University adds to the community. Her enthusiasm about living and working in Coles County is contagious and she provides persons with much more than housing information.  Gayle is Faculty Emeritus, Eastern Illinois Univeristy where she was a consumer educator. She holds an Illinois Broker's license and has more than 30 years of real estate experience. She has skills in handling diverse types of property transactions and both her competence and her sincerity are apparent as she assists clients with their individual needs. Gayle's family includes her husband, Mike, two grown children who are teachers and five grand children.


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Jan Weaver

Jan Weaver, GRI, ePro

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Broker Associate
With 25 years experience in the customer service field I earned a reputation as a dedicated professional who listened carefully to customers, defined their needs and went on to find creative solutions to special problems.
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Jeff Vanatta

Jeff Vanatta, ePro

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Broker Associate
Jeff is a Charleston native and is a 85' graduate of EIU. In 2008, after 23 years with U.S. Defense sub contractors, Jeff became a licensed Illinois Real Estate Broker with an e-Pro certification. Jeff utilizes advanced internet technologies and modern marketing strategies to reach today's tech savvy buyer. Jeff's negotiation philosophy is "coming away from the table with a win-win situation for both the seller & buyer". Jeff is a local farm owner and member of the Farm Bureau.
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Butch Hackett

Butch Hackett

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Borker Associate
After 35 years with the Postal Service, Butch retired as the Charleston Postmaster. He is a life long resident of Charleston and very active in the civic community. His is the VP of the Charleston Civic Association, member of the 4th of July  Committee, Lay Leader/Sunday School teacher at Otterbein  United Methodist Church, experienced (15 years) tax preparer for H & R Block tax service and treasurer of the VFW Men's Auxillary. Butch and his wife, Linda, have two children, Darren and Shayna.

 
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