Barbara Maly-Buss

“I’m Back in the Saddle!” — So to Say…
Real estate has always been in my blood. I’ve been a licensed real estate agent since 2016, spending my first three years actively selling real estate before transitioning into a Licensed Real Estate Administrator role. For the past seven years, I’ve had the privilege of working behind the scenes, assisting other agents with listings, contracts, offers, referrals, and the many details that help a transaction come together smoothly.
I like to think of myself as the “Behind-the-Scenes Expert.” You may not see me in many videos—and that’s intentional! I believe your home or property should be the center of attention, not me. My goal is to showcase what makes your property special while providing the knowledge, organization, and attention to detail needed to help make your real estate experience as seamless as possible.

My real estate roots began in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, where I worked as a Real Estate Assistant for three separate RE/MAX agents throughout the surrounding communities. Over the years, I’ve gained experience assisting with commercial, rental, residential, and land transactions. My experience includes listings, document and contract review, open houses, photography coordination, and creating brochures and marketing materials.

I’ve always had a deep appreciation for the architecture and character of homes—and, even more importantly, for the people who turn a house into a home. I enjoy seeing the potential in a property and helping others envision what it could become.

A Little About Me
When I’m not immersed in real estate, you’ll usually find me enjoying the great outdoors or spending time with my family and animals. Our home is a semi-wooded 10-acre property that we share with my two boys and their families, three daughters-in-law, a son-in-law, eight grandchildren, two horses, a Black Lab, a Bernese Mountain Dog, and plenty of cats!
Living on our own little piece of land has given me an even greater appreciation for what “home” truly means. Whether you’re looking for a place with room for a growing family, land for animals, a quiet retreat surrounded by nature, or simply a place to put down roots, I understand that home means something different to everyone.

I’m also passionate about helping animals find their own forever homes. I frequently volunteer with Feline Friends, a cat shelter, and our home serves as an auxiliary shelter where we help care for cats and transition them into friendly indoor companions—hopefully on their journey toward adoption into loving homes.

So, whether I’m helping a four-legged feline find a forever home or helping you find yours, I’m excited to be back in real estate and ready to put my experience, dedication, and behind-the-scenes expertise to work for you.

I look forward to helping you find your “Home Sweet Home.”