Welcome to Coldwell Banker / First Realty

Meet our agents - Always prepared to serve your needs.


At Coldwell Banker / First Realty, we understand that your home is more than just wood and shingles, it's a haven. A place to raise your family & shape their values. A place to call home. That's why we put so much of ourselves into our work. You can count on our sales associates to come through for every member of your family. When you're ready to make a move, we're ready to help!

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Agent biographys

Deb Hinkle Sanders

There's no investment closer to the heart than a home. That's precisely why I take my real estate career so seriously. I know how precious your time is. So I'll do everything I can to make finding and buying a new home easy. I'll handle the details, corrdinate the schedules and more. When it's time for you to make a move, call me! It's my business to know the real estate market. I am a lifetime residence and received my broker license in 1992. It would be my pleasure to put that knowledge to work for you.

Courtney Kidd

I have lived in Effingham for 25 years and know the area very well. I am active in my community and a member of our local Jaycees. I also belong to our Chamber of Commerce. I received my license in August of 2004 and have worked as a full time agent since then. I am a member of the National Association of Realtors and the Central Illinois Board of Realtors. I am currently working toward my GRI designation. I take my career very seriously and am devoted to my job.

Gary Dillow

I am a full time realtor & enjoy serving my clients. My wife & I live on the north west edge of Effingham near Lake Sara with three horses and one dog that thinks he is a person. We have raised three children in Effingham and I honestly believe it is the best place to raise a family, or to retire and enjoy all this area has to offer. I enjoy working with first time home buyer,as well as buyers and investors.

Theresa Nuxoll

I am a life long resident and full time realtor in Effingham County. I work for my clients as a sellers agent, buyers agent, and dual agent. I am knowledgeable, energetic, and dedicated to my real estate career. I strive on making your home purchase or sale hassle free! I grew up in rural Effingham. I thoroughly enjoy the outdoors,riding horses, boating,and my family. I have worked for my family business for 11 years which has been established for 75 years in Effingham. Growing up in the family business has allowed me to incorporate in with real estate local and regional connections with Effingham and surrounding areas including Chicago. I would love to put my experience and knowledge to work for you!