HL2R Group is a dynamic, top-producing real estate team focused on Chicago's downtown market and the surrounding suburbs. Our team has combined real estate experience of over two decades with over $250 million in sold volume. And we have been recognized consistently by the Chicago Association of Realtors as Top Producers and by Real Trends as one of "America's Best". Our name, HL2R, references the last names of our four founding members: Michael Hoover, Ben Lissner, Dina Lissner, & Tim Ratty (the 2 is for the two Lissners). The name HL2R reminded us of a chemical equation, so our logo is designed to mimic an element from the periodic table. This inspired our tagline, "Real Estate is our Element".
Benjamin Lissner is a founding member and Team Lead of HL2R Group.
Born and raised in Chicago’s Northshore, Ben has always loved and appreciated everything that the Chicagoland area has to offer. He has a strong passion for the real estate industry and carries over a decade of residential and commercial experience. Since founding HL2R Group with his husband Michael Hoover in 2018 they have grown their business to a team of 5 elite agents that service the Chicago downtown markets as well as the surrounding suburbs, with hundreds of happy clients totaling nearly $200 million in successfully closed sales.
Nathalie was born in Switzerland, grew up in Spain and lived for over 10 years in Switzerland before relocating to Highland Park IL.
After graduating school and university in Madrid (Spain), she worked for years in the media industry as part of the direction and production teams, as well as location manager for movies, shows and commercials. It was this work, scouting locations, that initially sparked her interest in real estate and the real estate industry.
In 2012, Nathalie moved to Switzerland and built up a photography studio (specializing in family and newborn photography) and catering/event organization business.
Jay was born and raised in his hometown of Quincy, IL. After his time in the military he moved to Iowa City, where he found his knack for relationship building and set the groundwork for his success. His passion for real estate brought him to the architectural treasure chest of Chicago. While Jay enjoys showing Chicago's amazing real estate offerings, his true ambition lies in fostering a trusting and productive experience for his clients.
Jordan Stupell is a North Shore native and resident. As an agent she genuinely loves helping people find their perfect home.
Jordan offers clients a mix of strategy, intuition, and straight-up hustle blending market expertise with emotional intelligence. With a background in fitness and lifestyle branding, she is adept at marketing with intention and connecting with people on a deeper level. No client receives a cookie-cutter experience - every client gets a plan that’s tailored, personal, and grounded in their specific needs.
Aida Beganovic is an accomplished real estate broker who provides her clients with skills and capabilities honed over her previous professional experiences in retail management and insurance sales. With family in the construction business and a personal longtime love for architecture, Aida’s successful real estate career combines her personal passions with her many professional strengths.
Dedicated to her client’s success, Aida brings unmatched perseverance and creativity to every real estate transaction. Going above and beyond comes naturally, whether that’s meeting a contractor on behalf of her clients, or cold-calling a neighbor to see if they would sell their parking space to her client. There is no limit to her commitment. And no matter how many purchases and sales she has achieved across her career, Aida has never lost her passion—especially when it comes to sharing the joy of a first-time buyer moving into their dream home.
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Outside of real estate, Rory enjoys exploring Chicago’s vibrant restaurant scene, staying active in the gym, and spending quality time with family and friends. He has a passion for traveling and experiencing new cultures, always looking for opportunities to visit new countries and gain fresh perspectives. Rory brings that same curiosity, energy, and appreciation for people into every client relationship.
He is excited to make your next move a success!
With combined experience in the industry spanning over two decades, these agents have joined forces to handle all of your real estate needs, specializing in neighborhoods from Chicago’s South Loop all the way into the North Shore suburbs.
