Q2 2026 Performance Recap: Building Momentum Through the First Half of the Year
Building on a Strong Start to 2026
The second quarter of 2026 marked another important milestone for Option Premier and the Cory Tanzer Group.
After a strong first quarter, our teams continued to build momentum across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, helping buyers, sellers, landlords, renters, and investors move forward with confidence. The first half of the year reflects the hard work of our agents, the strength of our client relationships, and our continued commitment to delivering exceptional service in every transaction.
Through the first six months of 2026, Option Premier has closed 134 units and more than $55 million in sales volume, while the Cory Tanzer Group has closed 126 units and more than $51 million in sales volume.
Looking Back at Our Strong First Quarter
Our Q2 performance builds on the foundation established during the first quarter of the year.
In Q1 2026, Option Premier closed 51 units and approximately $19 million in sales volume, with an additional $12.5 million pending at the end of the quarter. The brokerage earned a Company/Office Rank of #132, setting a strong pace heading into the spring market.
During the same period, the Cory Tanzer Group closed 46 units and approximately $16 million in sales volume, with $11 million pending. The team earned an Individual Agent/Team Rank of #28, reinforcing the momentum that carried into the second quarter.
Our Q1 performance recap can be viewed here.
Option Premier Q2 2026 Performance
During the second quarter, Option Premier continued to expand its production across Chicagoland and serve clients across a broad range of neighborhoods, property types, and price points.
Q2 2026 Results
83 Units Sold
$36 Million in Closed Sales Volume
2026 Year-to-Date Results
134 Units Sold
$55 Million in Closed Sales Volume
Company/Office Rank: #130
Moving from a #132 Company/Office Rank in Q1 to #130 year-to-date reflects the continued progress of our brokerage as we move through 2026.
Cory Tanzer Group Q2 2026 Performance
The Cory Tanzer Group continued to play a major role in our overall production during the second quarter.
With strong activity across Downtown Chicago, the North Shore, the Western Suburbs, and our core city neighborhoods, the team delivered another quarter of consistent results for clients navigating changing market conditions.
Q2 2026 Results
80 Units Sold
$35 Million in Closed Sales Volume
2026 Year-to-Date Results
126 Units Sold
$51 Million in Closed Sales Volume
Individual Agent/Team Rank: #23
The improvement from a #28 Individual Agent/Team Rank in Q1 to #23 year-to-date reflects the team's continued focus on client service, market expertise, and results-driven representation.
A Strong First Half Across Chicagoland
The first half of 2026 has included meaningful activity across a wide range of real estate needs.
From first-time buyers and condo purchases to luxury homes, investment properties, rental placements, and seller representation, our agents have continued to serve clients throughout Chicago and the suburbs with local expertise and a personalized approach.
These results are not simply numbers. Each transaction represents a client who trusted our team with an important decision, whether that meant purchasing a first home, selling a longtime property, relocating to a new community, or investing in the next stage of their real estate journey.
Thank You to Our Clients, Partners, and Team
We are grateful to every client, referral partner, lender, attorney, inspector, contractor, and industry professional who has contributed to our success so far this year.
We are equally proud of our agents and staff, whose work behind the scenes continues to make a meaningful difference for the people and communities we serve. Their consistency, professionalism, and commitment to our clients remain at the center of everything we do.
Looking Ahead to the Second Half of 2026
While we are proud of the momentum established through the first half of the year, our focus remains on what comes next.
As we enter the second half of 2026, Option Premier and the Cory Tanzer Group remain committed to providing exceptional guidance, strategic marketing, and trusted representation for clients throughout Chicagoland.
We look forward to continuing to build on this progress and helping even more clients achieve their real estate goals in the months ahead.
Work With a Team That’s Setting the Pace
If you are considering buying, selling, or investing in Chicago real estate, working with a proven, high-performing team makes a measurable difference.
Connect with the Cory Tanzer Group to learn how their market expertise and results-driven approach can help you achieve your real estate goals in 2026.
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