Meet the Team
Laura Tiggelaar
Licensed Real Estate Broker Before entering real estate, Laura spent more than a decade in the corporate world as a Client Success Manager. Her experience gave her a strong foundation in communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and most importantly putting the client first.
After years of building relationships and working with clients across the country, Laura decided it was time for a new chapter. In 2026, she became a licensed real estate broker and joined her husband Hayes in real estate. Today, Laura leads the day-to-day operations of Haylo Homes Group.
Laura graduated from Northern Illinois University and has a genuine connection to the communities she serves. She believes buying or selling a home should feel less overwhelming and more personal, and she takes pride in keeping her clients informed, supported, and confident from the first conversation to beyond the closing table.
Outside of real estate, Laura enjoys spending time with Hayes and their two young children, Beckett and Brynlee, and making the most of life on their "mini farm" and spending her free time at a lakehouse in Wisconsin.
Whether you're buying your first home, making a move, or preparing to sell, Laura’s goal is simple: to make the process feel personal, approachable, and as stress-free as possible.
Hayes Tiggelaar
Licensed Real Estate BrokerOutside of real estate, Hayes has spent many years in the corporate banking world. This experience has given him a strong foundation in financial analysis, lending, small business operations, relationship management, and most importantly, putting the client first.
Over the years, Hayes developed a passion for real estate after flipping his first home and beginning to build his own rental portfolio. That experience, combined with more than seven years in property management, ultimately led him to pursue real estate full-time. Today, Hayes brings his financial background, investment experience, and relationship-driven approach to helping clients navigate the buying and selling process with confidence.
Born and raised in DeKalb, Illinois, Hayes has a genuine connection to the communities he serves and is proud to call Sycamore home. He believes real estate is about more than buying or selling a property. It’s about understanding his clients’ goals, educating them along the way, and creating an experience that feels personal, strategic, and well-supported from the first conversation to beyond the closing table.
Whether you're buying your first home, investing in real estate, making a move, or preparing to sell, Hayes’ goal is simple: to provide thoughtful guidance, strong communication, and a personalized experience while helping his clients make smart decisions every step of the way.