Tom & Juli, The Rasmussen Team
We specialize in helping Kane County and surrounding area home sellers and buyers navigate the market with confidence, clarity, and results. Whether you’re selling a home and want top dollar or buying and need a competitive edge, our approach is always centered on your goals, your timeline, and your best interests.
Kane County’s real estate market is local and nuanced—and that’s where we thrive. We combine deep local market knowledge, strategic pricing, strong negotiation skills, and modern marketing to ensure our clients are always one step ahead. Sellers benefit from targeted exposure, professional presentation, and data-driven strategies designed to maximize value. Buyers gain an advocate who listens, educates, and works relentlessly to secure the right home at the right price.
What sets us apart is simple: We don’t treat clients like transactions. We take the time to understand your needs, communicate clearly, and guide you through every step so you feel informed and empowered—not pressured.
When you’re ready to buy or sell and want agents who are proactive, honest, and fully invested in your success, we’d be honored to help you make your next move with confidence.
Below, you can read more about our background.
Tom became a REALTOR® driven by a desire for a more social career. When he invited Juli to join him, they didn’t just build a business—they created a dream team.
Tom grew up as an Eagle Scout with aspirations to serve his country. He graduated early from high school and went straight into the Air Force, where he was stationed in Germany. While there, he took college courses, always looking ahead to what was next.
When his service ended, he enrolled at Iowa State University to study electrical engineering. He met Juli in his hometown, where she was an art student at the time. They developed a friendship in the group of friends, and were engaged before he graduated.
Right out of college, they got married, moved to California, and spent the next nine years in California working in the engineering and design fields. A few years after starting their family, they moved back to Illinois to be closer to family. That’s when Tom hit a turning point—he realized he wasn’t fulfilled sitting indoors all day, staring at screens, with less interaction with people. He wanted something where he could see the impact of his work.
His mom had built a great career as a real estate agent, and he figured he could do it too. Tom got his license in 2001, with his mom as his mentor. She taught him the business inside and out. He learned how to prioritize clients, make the process easy for them, stay committed, and always be available. Over the years, he joined a new brokerage and learned new technology systems to make his work more efficient.
All the while, he kept inviting Juli to join him in real estate… but it would take many years before she finally agreed.
Being a REALTOR® was originally not on Juli’s roadmap. In high school, she was introduced to a printing press, where she got to play with artwork that would be printed on paper. She was hooked and went on to study advertising design in college—learning about page layouts, magazine ads, shadow, shape, and form. Around that time, she met Tom.
Moving to California was great. She worked for a local newspaper, and they built friendships with couples who are still their friends today. She also worked for Sage Publications, designing brochures and marketing materials. But as much as they enjoyed California, it was always their plan to raise their two children in Illinois.
Juli handled most of Tom’s marketing materials for more than 20 years. Meanwhile, she raised their kids, looked after the house, and took on freelance design jobs. Faith has always been an important part of their life, and for a time, she even worked at the church! However, after many years, she decided it was time to become an agent and join Tom in the business. She studied for her real estate license and stepped in full-time, now working with Tom as a team.
They’re still active in their church, serving in the marriage ministry and helping pack food for those in need. For fun, they love to travel—enjoying everything from skiing and snowshoeing to snorkeling and scuba diving. Their kids are fully grown now—Erik is an engineer and married, and Jessica works with autistic children.
They love working as a team and seeing the impact they have on their clients. Each of them brings unique strengths to the process, ensuring a seamless experience. Tom has more than 25 years of experience in real estate, bringing strong analytical skills and deep market knowledge. He carefully evaluates pricing to ensure their sellers list competitively and their buyers don’t overpay. Juli is compassionate, detail-oriented, and creative. With decades of experience in visual art, she has a keen eye for aesthetics, making sure homes are clean and visually appealing before showings. She ensures every property is ready for selling.
Communication is one of their biggest strengths—both with clients and between themselves — no detail gets overlooked. They take the time to truly understand their clients, driving them to properties when needed and helping them find the right fit. In negotiations, they represent their clients with a fair, non-emotional approach, ensuring all parties reach a reasonable agreement. Their goal is to make the process smooth, informed, and successful for their clients.
As real estate agents, referrals are the lifeblood of our business because they motivate us to provide the highest level of service to the people we know and care about.
If you know anyone who is thinking about buying or selling a home, we would be grateful for the opportunity to interview to serve as their agent. Whether they choose us or not, we’d be grateful to you just for allowing us the opportunity to share information about our services. Please give them our phone number and email address. More importantly, talk to us about them so we can decide the best way for you to introduce us so we can create the best possible experience.
