PJ Trautman

I’m PJ Trautman, the Designated Managing Broker of Trautman Real Estate Agency & Appraisal and the 2023 President of the Champaign County Association of REALTORS®. Born and raised in Champaign/Urbana, I began my real estate career by obtaining my appraisal license in 2006, followed by my Illinois broker license in 2008 and my managing broker’s license in 2015.

In 2023, I founded Trautman Real Estate Agency & Appraisal, a full-service brokerage, and I also own Trautman Real Estate Appraisal Services, LLC, with offices in Champaign and Chicago. My expertise spans residential sales, residential appraisals, long-term rentals, property management, and short-term/vacation rental management. Additionally, I hold a real estate broker and appraiser license in Florida.

I have been deeply involved in the real estate community, serving on numerous CCAR committees and as a Major Investor in the REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) since 2014. I am the founder and creator of the CCAR Leadership Academy, which launched during my presidency in 2023 as the first-ever leadership development program for our association.

Beyond my brokerage, I am an active member of Illinois REALTORS®, a graduate of the Illinois REALTORS® Leadership Development Academy, and a participant in the United Way Emerging Community Leaders Program. Since 2017, I have also served on the City of Champaign Planning Commission, contributing to the growth and development of our community.

Additionally, I am a Preferred Unit Owner of Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) MLS, demonstrating my commitment to staying at the forefront of real estate technology and market intelligence.

Real estate isn’t just my profession—it’s my passion. I’m committed to providing expert guidance and strategic insight to my clients while actively shaping the industry and the community I call home.

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