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Maya Angelou said, “People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will never forget how you made them feel.”

Broker / Owner | License ID: 475.180858
My hope is you sense right away you have a team member in your corner who cares about the outcome of your home sale or purchase, because I genuinely care about you! 
 
I'm a firm believer if you do the right thing for people, it ultimately leads to excellent outcomes and strong relationships. I care about both.
 
I use my Fortune 20 corporate sales and marketing experience on behalf of clients to get results. I have approaching 20 years of expertise successfully selling & marketing in a fast-paced, competitive landscape. Consistently, I was in the top 2-5% of all sales professionals across the nation, winning awards for sales excellence.  I was given opportunity to grow and excel in strategic planning and thinking, process development, leadership, and overall general business practices that transfer well into real estate ventures. I use all those corporate skills to market your home, to help you position your property for sale, and to develop an excellent strategy for you, whether you are buying or selling.
 
Those skills are important, but the most critical reason for my success has always been the ability to establish & maintain strong relationships built on trust.
 
Speaking of strong relationships built on trust, my husband and I teamed up to sell real estate. We enjoy working together and compliment one another's skillsets. When you choose either of us, you get TWO PROFESSIONALS focused on your home buying and selling goals. We're committed to each other, and we're committed to you!
 
I have a few healthy addictions, one of which is HGTV, and don't even get me started on my favorite Home Design app. (If you see me with a crow bar, be very concerned that a wall may be about to come down!)  Perhaps my love for real estate reaches all the way back to childhood where I watched my parents build homes for our family. I guess it's in my blood, along with the strong work ethic they modelled for me.
 
One of my other healthy addictions is motorcycle riding.  Now, if you would have asked me about that 5 years ago, I would have laughed. I'm a girly, girl who loves fashion, hates camping, is not very good at sports (my brother got all that DNA), and apparently now loves to ride motorcycles with her hubby.
 
If you'd enjoy working with someone who will use her creative and strategic thinking skills and who isn't afraid to do things differently, I'd be honored to work with you. My commitment is I'll do what I can to help you successfully navigate this major life moment, but let's make sure you enjoy the process while you are at it!
My hope is you sense right away you have a team member in your corner who cares about the outcome of your home sale or purchase, because I genuinely care about you! 
 
I'm a firm believer if you do the right thing for people, it ultimately leads to excellent outcomes and strong relationships. I care about both.
 
I use my Fortune 20 corporate sales and marketing experience on behalf of clients to get results. I have approaching 20 years of expertise successfully selling & marketing in a fast-paced, competitive landscape. Consistently, I was in the top 2-5% of all sales professionals across the nation, winning awards for sales excellence.  I was given opportunity to grow and excel in strategic planning and thinking, process development, leadership, and overall general business practices that transfer well into real estate ventures. I use all those corporate skills to market your home, to help you position your property for sale, and to develop an excellent strategy for you, whether you are buying or selling.
 
Those skills are important, but the most critical reason for my success has always been the ability to establish & maintain strong relationships built on trust.
 
Speaking of strong relationships built on trust, my husband and I teamed up to sell real estate. We enjoy working together and compliment one another's skillsets. When you choose either of us, you get TWO PROFESSIONALS focused on your home buying and selling goals. We're committed to each other, and we're committed to you!
 
I have a few healthy addictions, one of which is HGTV, and don't even get me started on my favorite Home Design app. (If you see me with a crow bar, be very concerned that a wall may be about to come down!)  Perhaps my love for real estate reaches all the way back to childhood where I watched my parents build homes for our family. I guess it's in my blood, along with the strong work ethic they modelled for me.
 
One of my other healthy addictions is motorcycle riding.  Now, if you would have asked me about that 5 years ago, I would have laughed. I'm a girly, girl who loves fashion, hates camping, is not very good at sports (my brother got all that DNA), and apparently now loves to ride motorcycles with her hubby.
 
If you'd enjoy working with someone who will use her creative and strategic thinking skills and who isn't afraid to do things differently, I'd be honored to work with you. My commitment is I'll do what I can to help you successfully navigate this major life moment, but let's make sure you enjoy the process while you are at it!
Address: 9 E Grand Ave, Fox Lake, IL, 60020, USA
Designated Managing Broker / Owner | License ID: 471.021016

Hi, I’m Samuel Stella, and along with my wife, Tracy Stella—a top-producing real estate agent—we proudly own Stellar Results Realty, a boutique residential brokerage based in Fox Lake. We don’t just serve the Chain O’ Lakes area—we live on it.

 

Our home is right on the water, and this community is truly part of who we are. From boating the Chain, to riding the winding backroads on our motorcycle, to biking and walking the nearby nature trails, we live and breathe everything this beautiful area has to offer. That deep local connection fuels everything we do.

 

While I no longer appear as the agent of record on residential sales, I’m still actively involved in helping clients start their real estate journey. As Designated Managing Broker, I personally connect each client with the best-fit agent on our team—often Tracy or another trusted agent—and stay involved behind the scenes to guide strategy, review details, and support every step of the way. This approach allows our agents to shine while ensuring every client gets the attention and expertise they deserve.

 

Tracy continues to actively serve buyers and sellers and brings a wealth of experience to the table. As a consistent top producer, she also plays a key role in mentoring and training our agents—sharing her insights, strategies, and high standards to help them thrive in today’s market.

 

As the Designated Managing Broker, I’m here to support every client and every deal. Whether you want to talk through a detail, ask a question, or simply feel more confident in the process, I’m just a phone call away.

 

At Stellar Results Realty, we also believe in giving back. Through our Realty for a Purpose initiative, we donate a portion of every transaction to local schools, nonprofits, and causes that strengthen our community—because real estate should create more than just results. It should create impact.

 

So whether you’re looking to buy, sell, invest, or simply explore your options, reach out—I’ll personally guide you or connect you with the agent who’s the perfect fit.

 

And if you’re an agent searching for a brokerage that truly invests in your growth, supports your goals, and treats you like family—we should talk.

 

You can reach me anytime at 224-426-4652 or sam@stellarresultsrealty.com.

 

Fun Facts: I’m a former Ironman athlete turned broker, and when I’m not supporting agents or building our business, you’ll find me boating the Chain from our backyard, cruising scenic roads on my motorcycle, or exploring nature trails with my wife Tracy and our dog, Enoch.

Hi, I’m Samuel Stella, and along with my wife, Tracy Stella—a top-producing real estate agent—we proudly own Stellar Results Realty, a boutique residential brokerage based in Fox Lake. We don’t just serve the Chain O’ Lakes area—we live on it.

 

Our home is right on the water, and this community is truly part of who we are. From boating the Chain, to riding the winding backroads on our motorcycle, to biking and walking the nearby nature trails, we live and breathe everything this beautiful area has to offer. That deep local connection fuels everything we do.

 

While I no longer appear as the agent of record on residential sales, I’m still actively involved in helping clients start their real estate journey. As Designated Managing Broker, I personally connect each client with the best-fit agent on our team—often Tracy or another trusted agent—and stay involved behind the scenes to guide strategy, review details, and support every step of the way. This approach allows our agents to shine while ensuring every client gets the attention and expertise they deserve.

 

Tracy continues to actively serve buyers and sellers and brings a wealth of experience to the table. As a consistent top producer, she also plays a key role in mentoring and training our agents—sharing her insights, strategies, and high standards to help them thrive in today’s market.

 

As the Designated Managing Broker, I’m here to support every client and every deal. Whether you want to talk through a detail, ask a question, or simply feel more confident in the process, I’m just a phone call away.

 

At Stellar Results Realty, we also believe in giving back. Through our Realty for a Purpose initiative, we donate a portion of every transaction to local schools, nonprofits, and causes that strengthen our community—because real estate should create more than just results. It should create impact.

 

So whether you’re looking to buy, sell, invest, or simply explore your options, reach out—I’ll personally guide you or connect you with the agent who’s the perfect fit.

 

And if you’re an agent searching for a brokerage that truly invests in your growth, supports your goals, and treats you like family—we should talk.

 

You can reach me anytime at 224-426-4652 or sam@stellarresultsrealty.com.

 

Fun Facts: I’m a former Ironman athlete turned broker, and when I’m not supporting agents or building our business, you’ll find me boating the Chain from our backyard, cruising scenic roads on my motorcycle, or exploring nature trails with my wife Tracy and our dog, Enoch.

Address: 9 E Grand Ave, Fox Lake, IL, 60020, USA
Google Recommendations (43)
  • Jim Alexander
    I have known Sam & Tracy for over 10 years. I have seen them grow their business by listening to client needs, delivering excellent service, being professional, and going above and beyond expectations. When it came time to sell our house in IL, there was no doubt who I would work with. They helped us execute a flawless sale that started way before the listing. We had help planning, staging, getting professional pictures, negotiations, and working with a top notch lawyer through the closing. I can not recommend them more highly here and I've sent anyone I know toward them. They have helped my referrals every time and I'm confident they can help you. If they can't, they'll tell you and will also put you in touch with someone who can. Servant leadership all the way.
  • Debbie Gardner
    After seeing what a great job Tracy and Sam did helping our daughter and husband with their first home purchase, it was an easy choice to choose them when it was time to sell our home. Tracy did a thorough job explaining the process of listing the home. She was a big help with staging our home to make it show ready. Throughout the process, she kept us informed of what next steps were and kept us appraised of important dates. She was always quick to reply to any questions we had and very calming if things got stressful. It was very reassuring to be able to put our trust in such a competent realtor and sweet person. Tracy also gave us good recommendations for other services when needed.
  • mark esposito
    Tracy was excellent in helping me sell my home. Very professional and knowledgeable!
  • psibrat
    me buy house here. very happy.
  • Brenda Arcari
    I recently had the pleasure of working with Tracy Stella of Stellar Results Realty on a real estate transaction, and I cannot say enough good things about the experience. From start to finish, Tracy was an absolute professional—organized, communicative, and solutions-focused. From the get-go Tracy was transparent, patient, and presented herself as a caring, empathic, very friendly, and knowledgeable Realtor. Her collaborative approach and dedication to ensuring a smooth process for both parties truly stood out. Tracy went above and beyond to address every detail and kept the lines of communication open, which made the entire transaction not only efficient but genuinely enjoyable. It’s clear that Tracy cares deeply about her clients and upholds the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Working with her was a reminder of how rewarding this business can be when both agents are focused on teamwork and client satisfaction. I look forward to many more successful collaborations in the future! Thank you Tracy for a wonderful experience.

Tracy Stella

Broker / Owner | 475.180858

Zillow Recommendations (10)
  • etgrala
    We used Tracy and Stellar Results Realty to sell my 90 year old mom's home in McHenry this past fall and we could not be any happier with how the entire process went. We interviewed several real estate agents but were blown away by all of the time and effort that was put into their listing presentation. Tracy showed us many comparable homes in her area and pointed out pros and cons compared to my mom's place. We listed the house for more than we had hoped for and received more than our asking price. That shows that Tracy definitely knew the market that my mom's house was in and guided us appropriately. We had a small bump in the process due to a buyer backing out for personal reasons and Tracy and Stellar Results Realty handled that issue quickly and got our home back on the market and resold above asking price in less than a week. We moved my mom out of state so we needed Tracy's help with certain details that we could not be there to take care and Tracy stepped up and helped 110%. We received weekly status updates regarding the entire process and our questions were always answered promptly. We HIGHLY recommend using Tracy and Stellar Results Realty if you are thinking of selling or buying in the Fox Lake, McHenry area. Sincerely,Kim and Evelyn
  • cpiggott07
    I would recommend Tracy to anyone selling or buying a home. She helped us do both and I feel so lucky we met at an open house. She made both processes as smooth as possible. There were some unexpected circumstances in the selling of our house but she kept laser-focused. I'm not sure how she did it but the entire time I felt like I was her only client. She always made time for me. She's extremely knowledgeable, endlessly helpful, and just an all-around great person to work with.
  • vs9zhq4vv2
    Just the best! Tracy Stella was truly godsend I was informed with every detail but yet not overwhelmed. She is honest straightforward with an sense of humor. My home was bought within three months of me meeting Tracy. I would often forget that she has other clients due to feeling like I was the only one. Thank you for great service!
  • kristenstepanek
    Tracy was extremely helpful when my boyfriend and I were buying our first house. She could always answer any questions we had and was available whenever we needed. She went above and beyond for us. We definitely recommend Tracy and Sam to anyone looking to buy or sell!
  • rsaudette4
    We decided to sell our home this spring, and a friend provided us with Tracy's contact information. She responded to us very quickly and prepared a comprehensive marketing plan for our home sale. We'd lived in our home for almost 30 years and didn't know what to expect, but Tracy explained the process and made us feel at ease. She and a colleague also staged our home for sale which really helped us maximize its potential. This included sending us referals for tradesmen (repairs) as well as decorating suggestions that made our home look beautiful! Her contacts for photos and videography did an excellant job as well. Because of her hard work, the house sold in a few days, with multiple offers and well over asking price! Tracy updated us each week on the progress of the sale, right up through the closing. We couldn't have asked for a better experience with a Realtor!

Samuel Stella

Designated Managing Broker / Owner | 471.021016

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