Sharial Howard is a full-time, passionate, Senior Real Estate Broker who specializes in both residential and commercial real estate in the Chicago/Chicagoland area. Practicing real estate full-time affords her the opportunity to be focused on fully representing her clients by being involved in every aspect of the transaction. With her keen attention to detail, articulate and transparent communication and work ethic, Sharial prides herself on being relatable, reliable and relevant. With a priority to provide a luxury experience for her clients, Sharial values building strong and healthy client relationships over transactions. As such, Sharial ensures that each client feels like the only client.  Sharial's professional journey is driven by her commitment to integrity and excellence. Her belief in the power of hard work and faith fuels her dedication to not only meet her clients' expectations, but exceed them.

Sharial's clients appreciate her for more than just her professional acumen; they value her for her genuine passion and ability to inspire trust and confidence. With her dedication to staying informed about market trends and her skilled negotiation abilities, Sharial empowers her clients to make well-informed decisions. Her reputation for delivering exceptional results and going above and beyond has earned her the trust and respect of both clients and peers alike.

Prior to practicing real estate full-time, Sharial worked for 15 years in real estate law, dealing with both residential and commercial real estate, for a law firm and Fortune 500 Companies such as Walgreens and McDonald's. Her real estate law background is a value-add to her clients because she has the innate ability to properly assess and minimize her clients' risks.

Sharial's expertise is enhanced by her intimate knowledge of the Chicago/Chicagoland market, making her a valuable asset to residential clients searching to find their perfect home, and to commercial clients aiming for strategic expansions. Her approach is personalized and backed by a commitment to continuing education. To further enhance her skills, she has earned designations and certifications as an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR®️), a Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) and Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) and consistently prioritizes continuing education to expand her knowledge and network to better serve her clients. Through innovative marketing strategies and a relentless pursuit of her clients' goals, Sharial has grown her presence at @properties Christie's International Real Estate consistently achieving significant milestones.

As a member of various professional real estate associations, including the Chicago Association of REALTORS®, Illinois REALTORS®, and the National Association of REALTORS®, Sharial is well-connected within the industry. Her expertise has been recognized in CS Magazine, Crain's Chicago Business Magazine, Real Producers Magazine, and N'Digo Magazine, highlighting her contributions to the real estate industry. Selling over $40,000,000 of real estate from 2018-2025 and successfully closing over 180 transactions, Sharial has earned many awards from @properties Christie's International Real Estate recognizing her outstanding achievements in the industry.

Sharial graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She financially contributes to Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) training for mentors benefiting over 3,000 Chicago youth. She is also a devoted REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) investor and financially contributes to preserving the political process that is key to protecting and promoting the real estate industry. As Sharial continues to push the boundaries of her career, she remains focused on transforming the real estate experience, ensuring that each client's journey is as seamless and successful as possible.