Sell With Confidence

Backed by the robust marketing resources of @properties and the hyper-local expertise of the Dunelife Team, I guide sellers through every stage of the process with sharp strategy, standout marketing, and skilled negotiation that delivers real results.

From your first consultation to closing day, you'll have a dedicated advocate and advisor who knows how to position your home for success in the Indiana Dunes market.

Personalized guidance throughout the process

Trusted local insight and hundreds o successful transactions

Strategic marketing tailored to your home

A reputation built on integrity, hustle, and results

The Home Selling Process

01

Initial Consultation

We take time to understand your goals and evaluate your property. You'll receive a custom market overview and clarity about your next steps.

02

Home Preparation & Pricing Strategy

We advise you on repairs, improvements, and staging to maximize your home’s appeal. Your pricing strategy is rooted in local market data and buyer trends.

03

Professional Marketing Launch

Your home will shine with professional photography, compelling listing copy, and a coordinated marketing plan across social media, email, and all major real estate sites.

04

Showings & Negotiation

We manage showings with discretion and efficiency, qualify buyers, and negotiate offers with your bottom line in mind.

05

Under Contract to Close

We coordinate inspections, appraisals, repairs, and paperwork. You’ll be informed at every step so nothing slips through the cracks.

06

Closing Day & Beyond

We’ll be there to hand over the keys — and to help you with whatever comes next.

What's Included when you list with us?

We bring together deep local insight, strategic marketing, and cutting-edge tools to showcase your home and attract qualified buyers — fast!

Custom Pricing Strategy

Using live MLS data, we craft a detailed pricing strategy that reflects real-time buyer behavior and local trends — no guesswork.

Staging and Presentation Advice

We help you make smart updates, declutter, and stage your home so buyers can see its full potential from the first glance.

Listing Copy that Sells

Every word counts. We write persuasive, accurate listing descriptions designed to spark interest, drive showings, and deliver results.

HD Photography

Professional photography that highlights your home’s best features, with options for floor plans and immersive 3D tours.

Adwerx Digital Advertising

Your listing gets a 7-day Just Listed digital campaign, targeting local buyers within a 5-mile radius as they browse popular websites and apps.

Social Media Promotion

Your home gets premium placement on social media with custom-designed posts, reels, and graphics built for engagement and shareability.

Pre-Market Exposure

Gain early access to our exclusive network of 3,500+ local agents and their buyers — before your home hits the open market.

Custom Print Marketing

Professionally designed postcards, brochures, and signage that help your property stand out and attract attention from local buyers.

Listing Syndication

Your home is featured on the MLS and syndicated to major platforms like Zillow, Realtor.com, Trulia, and more — maximizing your online exposure.

Cutting-Edge Tech & Marketing Tools

From data-driven insights to advanced CRM tools, we leverage the best tech in the business to keep your listing ahead of the curve.

Yard Signage & Directionals

Clean, modern signage with strategic placement to build local awareness and and guide potential buyers straight to your door.

Weekly Market Feedback

Stay informed with regular updates, including buyer traffic, showing activity, and market shifts — so you always know where things stand.

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We don't just list homes.

We position them, promote them, and negotiate fiercely to help you win.

When you work with us, you get more than just a listing — you get local expertise you can count on, the benefit of hundreds of successful transactions, and a personalized approach tailored to your goals. We don’t do cookie-cutter service. Our reputation is built on integrity, hustle, and results — and we bring that to every sale.

  • Local market experts with a deep network

  • Hundreds of successful transactions

  • Personalized service tailored to your goals

  • Known for hustle, transparency, and trust

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? You're not alone. We've answered the most common ones here — and we're always just a call or message away if you need more clarity.

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Have more questions? Email or call Bonnie at 219-309-7638.

Ready to Talk Strategy?

Let's Connect.

Curious what your home is worth? Want to explore the best timing to sell?

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Let’s connect. On your terms.

Are you interested in buying or selling a home — or perhaps just learning more about the Indiana Dunes Real Estate market? I can help.

 

 

BONNIE HAWKSWORTH

REALTOR®

Bonnie brings uncommon perspective and polish to every real estate transaction.

Her career began in Chicago’s business and media world, where she managed a bustling Michigan Avenue TV production company and served as Executive Producer of HGTV’s New Spaces. That experience sharpened her eye for design, construction, and what turns a house into a standout home.

After successfully renovating and selling her own Lincoln Park condo, Bonnie returned to Dune Acres—where her family has lived since the 1940s—and built a custom home of her own. Her deep local roots, paired with years of professional leadership and creative problem solving, give her clients a rare edge in today’s market.

Whether you’re selling a beloved property or looking to Find Your Place in the Dunes, Bonnie brings clarity, strategy, and calm confidence to every step of the process.

WHAT CLIENTS SAY?

KIND WORDS FROM MY LOVELY CLIENTS

"In our dealings with Bonnie, she has been such a pleasure to work with! She is consistently reliable and timely in providing information and in her communications with us. We feel Bonnie has our best interest at heart, we can trust her to do her very best for us."

"Bonnie’s quality of work is exceptional. She is thorough, well-organized, precise, thoughtful and versatile in every aspect of her work. There isn’t a project she doesn’t take on with confidence or complete without the highest level of quality and professionalism."

"Bonnie is extremely organized and [is adept at] multitasking. She oversees the big picture while ensuring the smallest details are covered."