Bill Burke
Designated Managing Broker/Auctioneer/Owner
Bill decided in late 2013 to join the United Country Family. Bill is focused on putting together a state of the art auction and real estate company. With national and local advertising, United Country Burke Auction and Realty is bringing new life to Crawford, Jasper and Richland, Lawrence counties along with Central and Southern Illinois.
Bill grew up in Olney, Il., until he was in the 5th grade and at that time his mother took a job at Hershey Chocolate and moved the family to Oblong, Il. Basically growing up and taking county wide classes in high school, Bill built relationships all over Crawford County. Bill is a 2000 graduate of Oblong High School and a 2005 graduate of the Missouri Auction School. He has been employed in a variety of different jobs in his career. Bill has had 2 jobs since 2005, working days and working auctions in the evenings and weekends. In 2009 Bill went to work full-time for Bob Fiscus Auction and Appraisals. In 2012 Bill opened Furniture and More in Oblong, Il. In 2013 Bill also bought an office in Oblong and opened United Country Burke Auction and Realty. In July, of 2014 Bill sold Furniture and More to strictly focus on the Auction and Real Estate business.
Bill was recently married in 2014 to his wife Sarah. Bill has 3 daughters, Alysen, Aireka, and Audrey. They are involved in sports and many school activities. Bills hobbies include, attending auctions, hunting, fishing, being outdoors in general, side-by-side rides with the family and watching his daughters play softball.
Glenda has been a Real Estate Broker for over 10 years. She loves working with people in selling, or helping them find the perfect home. Glenda grew up in Robinson. Over 30 years ago, she moved to Palestine with her husband Michael, and 3 daughters, Amy, Stacey and Ashley. It had always been a dream of hers to get her real estate license. After her children were raised, Glenda attended Wabash Valley College in Mt.Carmel to obtain her real estate license. Before getting her license, Glenda worked at Walmart for 13 years. She enjoys going to church, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. She says she enjoys working with the great group of professional people at United Country Burke Auction and Realty. Glenda is always looking for new people to help out in the real estate business, and make some new friends along the way.
A Crawford County native, Jed Dunlap graduated from Palestine High School. He’s been working in the moving business since 1997, started his own business in 2008, and has worked with Fiscus Realty, Auctions & Appraisals since 1999 and United Country Burke Auction and Realty since 2013. Jed has 4 wonderful children and married his wife Anna in 2019. His hobbies include antiquing with his family, watching SciFi, mythology, geology, and history. He is excited to start a new chapter in his career as an Auctioneer and Real Estate Broker.
Crawford County born and bred, Jennifer graduated from Robinson High School and went on to earn an Associate’s Degree in Micro Computer Business Systems from LTC. She’s always wanted to be a Real Estate Broker, and is excited to have the opportunity to help people and still get to be home with her and her husband Tim’s two children, Andrew and Saphira. The draw to real estate for Jennifer is the challenge, the opportunity to meet new people, and the ability to help others find the perfect place to call home, all of which are things Jennifer truly cares about. Her favorite aspect of the job is the hunt, and her past experiences with DIY projects and building their own home gives her a unique perspective. Her advice for buyers is to be patient, keep an open mind, and don’t settle for what you don’t want.
In addition to her new career as a real estate broker, Jennifer runs an established refurbishing business called Drab to Fab Furniture and More, which she describes as: “a creative outlet where I bring new life to old pieces and put my DIY skills to good use.” She’s excited to bring her passion for helping people and her customer service skills to the real estate field, and can’t wait to get started helping you find the home of your dreams.
Jennifer’s hobbies and interests include painting, golfing, fishing, hunting, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. When asked about auctions, Jennifer had this to say: “Burke’s the best, forget the rest!”
Scott is a graduate of Sullivan High School and later went on to attend Wabash College for degrees in Psychology and Philosophy. He is graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University with a Master’s Degree in Business Administration. Scott has spent the largest part of his life growing up and living in rural Sullivan County Indiana on a grain and animal farm where he now raises his son.
He has been working regionally in Indiana and Illinois for almost 20 years as an Ag, Business, and Mortgage lender. In addition, for the past 5 years Scott decided to take on the challenges of learning the auction business from all angles; checking in, cashiering, clerking, ringman, and most recently auctioneering itself. As a recent Reppert Auction School graduate, Scott feels he is ready for next step in his auctioneering career.
He believes listening to the customer and exceeding their expectations is the key to success. When you are ready schedule your next auction, let Scott’s knowledge and customer focused business philosophy work for you!
With a professional career spanning back to 1978, Mike is the owner and founder of Stanfield Auction and Real Estate, a trusted name in the auction and real estate industry across Charleston, Illinois, and the surrounding area. In 2024, he joined United Country Burke Auction and Realty as a real estate broker, expanding his reach and combining decades of local experience with national marketing power.
A lifelong resident of Charleston, Mike studied Industrial Technology at Eastern Illinois University and has applied that strong technical foundation to build a reputation for integrity, reliability, and results in every transaction.
Known for his hands-on approach and community-first mindset, Mike continues to serve clients with the same passion and dedication that has defined his career for over 45 years.
A Southern Illinoian born and bred, Tim graduated from Vienna High School. He continued his high school baseball career through college, earning his Bachelor of Science in Management/Marketing at Union University in Jackson, TN, and a Masters of Management from Oakland City University. After spending over 20 years working with and educating inmates for the Illinois Department of Corrections, Tim retired as Associate Dean from Lake Land College’s IDOC program. Tim currently serves as the Senior Pastor at Outer West Market Church of Christ and has for over 10 years. Just like the real estate business, Tim is always looking for new and exciting ways to grow his church.
Tim became a Real Estate Broker because he enjoys helping people find their dream homes, ensuring they find something that meets all of their needs. Tim loves all outdoor sports, especially hunting and fishing, and enjoys the challenge of finding the perfect spot for the best catches. He brings this enthusiasm to real estate, getting the same “rush” while searching for the perfect home for a family or trying to find a buyer that fits a listing. “The hunt is the exciting part, then the work starts.” He likes knowing that people on all sides of a deal come away knowing that he will do his utmost to be honest and forthright with everyone involved.
Tim’s advice for buyers is to get pre-qualified for your mortgage so you have a defined price range to look at. For sellers, Tim advises that landscaping and curb appeal go a long way.
Tim and his wife Kerry have been married for over 20 years and have a beautiful daughter, Rylee.
