Daniel Bahena

Daniel is a Chicago native with 23 years as a licensed Realtor, Daniel has extensive experience in residential and investment real estate. Daniel has leveraged his bilingual Spanish skills and his network of contacts in NGO’s and grant-funded programs to help many families attain down payment assistance and other subsidies in order to buy their first homes. Daniel took a leadership role in the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) I and II, assisting new homeowners in attaining professionally rehabbed homes in emerging markets. He has also negotiated the acquisition and sale of commercial properties, large multi-unit buildings, and industrial properties. As a real estate agent for HomeSmart Connect, Daniel has worked to provide opportunities for first time homebuyers to achieve the American dream of home ownership. Daniel is a member of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) Chicago Chapter and was a presenter at the 2013 National Conference of La Raza (NCLR) Conference in New Orleans.