Karen and Alan are excellent. My wife and I are both Realtors in the Boston area but needed someone…read moreto help sell my wife's parents' house near Chicago. Karen made everything smooth and easy in a transaction that wasn't always straight-forward and she was looking out for us and protecting our interests even when it wasn't to her benefit. Would confidently recommend her to anyone else.

Alan and Karen are such great people that really love their job and it shows. They helped us find…read moreour dream home and helped us sell our house. The process was very well explained and they both were extremely patient with all our questions we had. We met Alan at an open house and he was so nice and very personable. I knew right away that this is who we wanted to work with. We met Karen a few days later and she was just like Alan; Fantastic! They found some houses that matched our criteria and we went to look at them. There was no pressure and they were very knowledgeable about everything. I can't say enough about them being so patient and really wanting the best for us. If you're looking to sell or buy I strongly recommend contacting them. We have been in our home a few years now, and love it. We also recently sold our investment property with them, and they handled all renovations & the process of the sale making it a hands off process for us. Thank you for everything and making us smile everyday about working with you.

We are so glad Hayley was recommended to us by a family member. So glad she and her team were in…read moreour corner! She really went above and beyond to get the best deal on the perfect little home for us. She really knows the area and market. We really appreciated her recommendations on contractors and vendors too. Cannot imagine anyone working harder for their client.

'Exceptional' is not an easy trait to find in a service profession. As two legal and healthcare…read moreprofessionals, we recognize and appreciate an effort that exceeds every metric of expectation. If you're reading this review, you've discovered a real estate professional who embodies all of these qualities. As first-time home buyers (and newcomers to Chicago to boot), we couldn't have asked for a better experience than the one we had with Hayley. From the moment we met, she took the time to understand our needs and preferences, patiently guiding us through the entire home buying process. Hayley didn't just show us properties; she educated us on the neighborhood dynamics, helped us avoid pitfalls, and empowered us to make informed decisions. What truly impressed us about Hayley was her masterful negotiation skills. Thanks to her expertise and strategic approach, we were able to secure our dream home for well under the asking price. But Hayley didn't stop there. She offered invaluable design advice for our new home, helping us envision how to personalize the space to fit our style. Her keen eye for detail and creative suggestions truly made a difference in turning our house into a home. Hayley is not just a real estate agent--she's trusted advisor, a skilled negotiator, and a genuine advocate for her clients. Her dealmaking skills are matched only by her candor. And, take it from us: you want honest opinions at every juncture of the real estate process. With Hayley, it's not just a job--it's a passion. She transformed a typically stressful rollercoaster into an engaging (and ultimately fulfilling) experience. And, that's not to say there weren't obstacles that cropped up along the way! But, Hayley's fearlessness neutralized every single issue. Hayley scored lifelong clients with us and we rest easy knowing that we've got Chicago's best real estate strategist in our corner. If you're in the market for a smart, savvy and dynamic real estate advocate, this is your sign. You've found her. Zach & Trevor

My husband and I recently listed our 2 bedroom condo with Debra. We met with several agents prior…read moreto choosing her and got the best feeling from her. She had great opinions about what to do to stage our condo and how to market it. Ultimately, we were under contract exactly 1 week after listing for full price. Unheard of and so much better than anything we could have imagined. She also helped us find our dream house and was there for us every step of the way. The most impressive thing to us was that she pushed the seller for a super fast close so we didn't have to live in temporary housing between the sale of our condo and our purchase!! I would recommend Debra to anyone selling or buying!

Debra Dobbs and Alyssa Alger provided us with the best experience possible. We primarily worked…read morewith Alyssa who was a complete joy. She was professional, creative and hard working. She treated our condo like it was hers, and used everything in her power to help us sell our unit for the best price possible. We felt like we were in very capable hands . These women actually care about their clients. We couldn't be happier with this team and the experience they provided. I would highly recommend them for all your real estate needs in the Chicago area.

In response to Patrick K and his negative review. I am the buyer. While I agree there are…read moredisadvantages to having a broker who represents both seller and buyer, Tara did a fantastic job of navigating what are very common (and challenging) issues in today's real estate market. The issue was that the appraisal on the property came in well below the asking price and the seller was not willing to, as we ALL have to, accept the state of the market. Both buyer and seller were emotionally invested and Tara was in the middle. It is not her fault that I found the property independently, and it is not her fault that the seller accepted my original offer, and the market dictated a different outcome. You can't control that, or the Lenders who would not at any level approve a loan for more than the appraisal (which, by the way, Tara went through great lengths to have the appraisal modified). TARA IS A GREAT BROKER. I WILL USE HER AGAIN. I GIVE THE SELLER ONE STAR for being greedy. Tara ended up with nearly no commission, maybe a loss, to push through the closing DO NOT JUDGE on a rating based on GREED. Thank you Tara. You did a fantastic job. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED but yes, in this market, it is a challenge to represent both parties. Contact me with any questions. Would be happy to explain.

As a seller's agent, Tara is great at getting being at your property for showings, however, when it…read morecomes down to the contract & transaction part of selling you property - I'd highly recommend a different broker from a different agency than Baird & Warner. And to protect yourself when selling - do not allow the broker to represent both parties under "Dual Agency."

Update 2024: My family has worked with Patti Sprafka Wagner times, we purchased our first home with…read morePatti in Oak Park in 2015. We subsequently sold our home in 2021 with Patti and came back summer 2024 and purchased our second home in the Chicagoland with Patti. To say Patti knows her stuff is an understatement. She's been an advocate for us every step of the way. Patti went above and beyond and helping us find a home. Patiently going thru the thin inventory and navigating a highly competitive market made the whole process as painless as it could be. Patti was able to react quickly and put offers together that responded to our needs. We worked our way through 3 failed offers and finally found a place that we could not be happier with. Patti was extremely patient throughout everything. In addition, Patti has the most extensive network of contractors, plumbers, HVAC, electricians, inspectors, etc. Every house need you have she has someone that can assist during either the home sale or purchase process. Work with Patti, you will not regret it!

Patti is amazing! We've worked with her both as buyers and sellers, and we were so impressed with…read moreher professionalism, organization, creativity, advocacy. She really gave us great advice on how to prepare our property to sell, and I have to say: I couldn't believe how great the photos came out! We had offers within just a few days of listing, and eventually got our asking price when all was said and done. She really hit the sweet spot on finding a price point that would get us what we needed but also not scare buyers away. Above all, once the offers came in, we felt so grateful that she was on our side as we went into negotiations. Her instincts are spot-on, and her communications skills rate an A+, too. Everything went really smoothly, and we won't hesitate to use her again when we sell our current home down the road.

Anne was great to work with. Professional, prompt and knowledgable. Selling your home can be…read morestressful and she's a very calming presence. Highly recommend!

We used Anne at the start of what we were expecting to be a long search process. After talking with…read moreher and seeing a few properties, we realized that we wanted to move much faster than we initially planned. Anne was amazing during the entire process. She helped us get our house ready to sell, found a new house to buy, and finished all of the paperwork in record time. Even with our expedited timeline, we were blown away with her ability to get us into house in a fantastic neighborhood at a price we loved... and sold our previous home for more than we had imagined. We have now been in our new home for over a year and I still can't imagine going through the whirlwind process with anyone else. She is an extremely solid agent that I would recommend to everyone!

Jennifer Whitney is a great Realtor to work with! One of the best in the business!…read more Jen sold our house in a matter of days from when we listed. She offered several suggestions that would help maximize the sale of our house, especially in this horrible housing market. We were smart enough to listen to all her suggestions to enhance the appeal of our house, this ultimately led to a bidding war on our property and it sold for more than asking! If you listen to all her suggestions, and are realistic about your selling price- Jen will get the property SOLD! She has amazing follow-ups which are very important, especially when closing deals. Jen also stayed on point throughout the closing process, and caught several things that our lawyer overlooked! If you are selling or buying a property (especially in Western Suburbs of Chicago), look no further!

Catherine Boyle is an exceptional real estate agent, and I feel incredibly fortunate that she…read morehelped me find my first condo. She was attentive and responsive every step of the way, moving quickly to schedule viewings and making sure I never missed an opportunity. As a top-tier agent, she also has access to pocket listings and properties that may not yet be widely available. As a first-time buyer, I especially appreciated Catherine's patience and willingness to explain every step of the real estate process. She made what could have been an overwhelming experience feel manageable and connected me with a stellar real estate attorney and a top-notch home inspector. Catherine also brings a unique level of expertise to home evaluations. Because she comes from a family of home builders, she understands construction and knows exactly what to look for. She noticed important details that helped steer me away from properties that looked beautiful on the surface but had issues I never would have recognized on my own. When it was time to make an offer, Catherine suggested thoughtful ways to help me stand out and convince the seller that I was the right buyer. In Chicago's competitive real estate market, those small but strategic details can make all the difference--and they helped seal the sale. Catherine is kind, thorough, responsive and exceptionally knowledgeable about the Chicago real estate market, pricing, construction quality and negotiation. I truly felt that I was in excellent hands throughout the entire process. You cannot go wrong with Catherine Boyle as your real estate agent. She is a true gem!

Catherine was fantastic. She helped us look for condos in the city, at first to buy, then to rent,…read moreand then again to buy. She was knowledgeable and extremely well connected, we ended up using all of her contacts for the entirety of the process and we felt taken care of and empowered by each one of them. We will be working with her again in the future!