Our Team

Patrick McEneely

Mr. McEneely is Director for Sales and Marketing for The Ponto Collection. He has worked closely with Varda and Company, LLC and team to formulate the most sought-after single-family home development in the north Chicagoland area, The Ponto Collection. Mr. McEneely has over 15 years of experience in sales, marketing, design and development of new construction homes, with a keen eye on what today's buyer wants, needs and demands. "I have a passion for new developments and truly love a well-executed plan coming to fruition". "What I love about working with Varda and Company is they are true collaborators with the goal of making the best product on the market".

Over the past 10 years, Mr. McEneely has been involved in over $20,000,000 in new construction sales in the Chicagoloand area.

Mr. McEneely is an Illinois Licensed Real Estate Broker, holds an MBA from Loyola University Chicago and recently earned a certificate of Real Estate Investment and Finance from Northwestern Kellogg.

Varda & Company

Since 1983, the leadership of Varda & Company has collaborated with various municipalities on zoning, environmental regulations, permits and other regulatory needs for project development. Projects have been multifaceted and include residential, commercial and recreational developments, with great consideration given to both interior and exterior design, as well as functionality. Decades of cumulative experience has been instrumental in Varda & Company’s generational success in diverse projects. 

a+c Architects

a+c architects designs deliberate, balanced, and meaningful environments built on the foundation of client trust and partnership. We create solutions that serve the individual and celebrate the community while minimizing financial and environmental impact. Our work process is centered on close, honest, and collaborative partnerships with our clients from concept to construction. We leverage this trust-based approach to produce thoughtful, right-sized results for projects of any budget, type, or scale.

Mike Nielsen 

SVP of Mortgage Lending
NMLS# 223614

While at Proper Rate, Mike Nielsen has consistently closed 350+ loans annually. With figures like these, it's no wonder Mike is a top producing loan officer and a President's and Chairman's Club member. Mike has been ranked #82 of the top 200 mortgage originators operating in the United States! Utilizing his 20 years of experience in the mortgage industry. Mike has the expertise and resources to make your next home loan stress free. Mike and his wonderful team of professionals know that speed and service coupled with the low low rates and fees are what is best for their client. In today's fast-moving real estate market, you never know how many offers you'll be competing against, so you always need the best digital mortgage technology and expertise to get through the loan process! Mike lives in Winnetka, IL with his wife and two daughters.