A Little Bit About Me:
As a Bloomington native, our downtown area and it's locally-owned and operated businesses are very precious to me. However, there are a few other locally-owned businesses that I also have a great appreciation for, even though they are outside of Bloomington/Normal (but still within a very short drive). I LOVE to go out to eat (as do most McLean County residents), and I make a strong effort to frequent only locally-owned restaurants. If you would like to know a few of my favorite places, visit my "Nick's Picks" page!
As for my career...
My family owns and manages multiple residential, student, commercial and storage rental units in Bloomington/Normal. My immediate family has been in the rental business (Butzirus Rental Properties) for over 20 years, while my extended family has been in the business for nearly a century! As a Licensed Real Estate Broker, I take my business and personal involvement in the local community VERY seriously! I am the President of the Central Illinois Landlord Association, of which I am also a founding member. I sit on the Board of Directors and currently serve as the Vice-President of the Old House Society, where I also serve on the Capital Campaign Committee and the Marketing Committee. Additionally, I am a former Board Member of the McLean County Apartment Association.
My long history of property management and business management, including the development of large commercial properties throughout Illinois, has allowed me to hone my skills in many different areas. Some of my specialties include: rent-roll adjustment; budget forecasting; cash-flow analysis; collections; tenant screening; tenant relations and retention; marketing and promotions; staff efficiency and productivity (accounting, leasing and maintenance); as well as investment site scouting, procurement (including due diligence), development and disposition. I am a firm believer that "it is always possible to cut costs without cutting corners!"
