Instructors & Staff

Our team of experienced real estate instructors and staff are dedicated to providing you with the knowledge and support you need to succeed in the industry. With years of expertise and a passion for teaching, they will guide you through the complexities of the real estate market and equip you with the skills to thrive in your career.

Sam Zakarian Real Estate Instructor

Sam Zakarian Real Estate Instructor

Sam Zakarian has been a Licensed Illinois Real Estate instructor for 16 years. Sam creates a positive and exciting environment while passing on the full knowledge required to pass the Illinois state exam. Students will benefit from Sam’s extensive background and energetic style.

Michael Greene- Real Estate Instructor

Founder and Lead Attorney at Greene Real Estate Law. Established in 2016, he has handled thousands of closings, business formations, mergers, acquisitions, negotiated settlements, and title disputes. In addition to practicing real estate law, Michael is a licensed pre-license real estate instructor. He takes pride in teaching, guiding, and preparing future real estate agents, by providing them with the real world experiences he has gained through his many years in practicing law..

Frank Muldowney Real Estate Instructor

Licensed Illinois Real Estate Instructor for over 15 years. He has served on many Illinois MLS Boards and Real Estate Associations. Frank’s background also includes extensive experience in the commercial real estate field. Frank continues to pursue his first love, teaching, by conducting Real Estate Pre-Licensing courses at the Chicago Real Estate School.

KIM BATES

Kim Bates has taken a very hands-on approach to career guidance and support as the Owner of the Chicago Real Estate School. Kim understands the stress associated with transitioning into a new career. Kim provides training ideas prior to and during the course so that students are in a position to start building business through networking while attending class. Kim prides herself in having a school with a consistently high pass rate.

Kelly Bates

Kelly Bates started her career with the Chicago Real Estate School in the spring of 2010. Her duties include maintaining the Social Media accounts and assisting with career counseling.