In an age in which quality of customer service is most often dictated by the implied revenue potential of a customer, it was refreshing to experience world class care and attention to detail from Joe despite the meager financial rewards I presented when we first met. I enlisted Joe's service for a simple apartment search that was turning unnecessarily complex thanks to my own inefficient efforts and lack of knowledge of how real estate works in Chicago. Joe treated me as if I was a client looking to purchase a high end property in one of the city's upscale neighborhoods. Truth-be-told, I was simply looking for a run-of-the-mill apartment with a little extra space compared to my current living arrangement. Joe took me out on multiple trips to make certain that I didn't settle for something that was simply better than my current living arrangement. Joe communicated to me in no uncertain terms that he wanted my family to have the best that the rental market has to offer in Chicago. He would not settle for what I was impressed with, but only with the best that he could find at my price point, even if it required more time and effort on his end. I am grateful for his patience and resolve for I ended up with an amazing apartment overlooking the lake in a cozy neighborhood on the north side of the city. Before using Joe, I assumed an apartment such as this was simply not an option for me and my family based on our financial situation. This of course was hardly the case, for Joe exposed me to rental opportunities that I was unable to tap into on my own. After learning how little Joe ended up making on my search, I was somewhat critical of how much of his time I occupied. This is Joe though. He wants what is best for someone regardless of the benefit to himself. This is his outlook on life, personally and professionally, and because of it, his clients benefit tremendously. I can't recommend Joe's service enough. read more

Frankly, the words "relaxing" and "fun" are hardly words that come to mind when I consider anything to do with real estate. So, when we discussed the possibility of selling our home last fall, we dreaded how overwhelming it would be. Enter Todd Schissler and Joe Schiller. From our very first meeting -- despite the fact that they towered at least 18 inches above us -- Todd and Joe immediately set us at ease. Todd and Joe took exceptional care of us, from helping us prepare our home for showings, communicating throughout the sale and purchase process and providing pressure-free input when we requested it. This dynamic duo truly went way above and beyond with us. We have very busy working lives. Todd and Joe were considerate of our limited time and took great pains to ensure each step of selling our home and buying a new one was as easy for us as possible. Responsiveness is key, and these men deliver. Whenever we had a question or needed advice, they were there for us. When they couldn't answer, they let us know when they could talk. Whenever a showing was requested, they made it happen. This is a characteristic that I greatly value and rarely see outside of the business / professional services world. Then let's talk results. From the time our listing went online to the time we moved out of our old home was 30 days. Initial bid to closing day on the new home was 40 days. Enough said. At the outset, we didn't know Todd and Joe. Now, we can truly say that we have gained friends. Yes, they successfully guided us though two of the largest financial decisions we've ever made. But they went beyond the transaction and really cared for us as people. We are so thankful for them, and delighted to give them a most enthusiastic recommendation. read more

Todd helped me purchase new home and also sell my condo. He is a true professional through and through. Todd took great care to explain the details of each stage in the process. He makes himself available virtually day and night to his clients - so I always felt connected, informed and truly cared for. Todd is honest and straightforward and he does it with kindness. He shared with me what things I might want to consider updating in my condo before listing and then helped connect me to the resources to get them done. I trusted him and it paid off! He is a wealth of knowledge regarding the Chicago area and selling properties. Both deals we worked on together were rather unique in their level of complexity. The sale of my condo really tops the list though. After finding a buyer it was challenging each and every step of the way. He partnered with me through some difficult circumstances and yet remained committed to looking out for me and always making sure I knew what my choices were. During a very stressful time in life Todd helped to ease that by bringing a sense of humor to every conversation we had. He does what he says he is going to do and has earned my respect for it. I will recommend him to anyone who will listen and look forward to working together again in the future. read more

We recently purchased our first home and it wouldn't have been possible without Todd at The Schiller Shissler Group! From the very beginning it was clear he was focused on us and what we were looking for in a home (price, size, neighborhood). He was very available for showings (including a few places we looked at more than once) and was very prompt in all his communications with us and with the listing relators. Despite the first property that we wanted to purchase falling through, Todd stuck with us as we started looking all over again. When we finally found a different place to put an offer in on, Todd and Joe worked together to get it in as soon as possible. Quite a few complications arose as we tried to purchase this second property, and Todd was outstanding as he helped us work through them, doing a lot of the work himself that technically didn't fall under his purview but that needed to happen faster than it was currently happening. Todd provided great referrals for home inspectors, lenders, and a lawyer and worked with everyone to keep things moving along. We wouldn't be in the home we're in now without Todd and the Schiller Shissler Group. They're wonderful guys and dedicated to getting you into the home you want to be in! read more

Working with Todd proved to be a blessing for my wife and I as first time home buyers. He was very detailed in guiding us through the home buying process every step of the way, and was very successful at putting together a very good team to help us. From the attorney to the loan broker, all of Todd's recs were true professionals in their area. He even recommended a very good contractor to do some work on our apartment prior to our move-in. Buying a home, especially for the first time, can be a stressful situation. Todd was able to ease all of our concerns being very clear and open in his communication with us. He kept us in the loop of everything that was happening even after our offer was accepted. He was very involved with us all throughout the process up until the closing. After such a good experience, I would not hesitate for one second to recommend Todd to anyone! read more

I came across Joe sitting in a coffee shop in LP. I over heard his conversation with his client about the rental market. He seemed informed and since I was looking for a place as well I asked for his card. I sent him a quick email with my contact information and what I was looking for and about 30 minutes later he sent me a list of 3 places that meant my needs. Up to that point, I relied on craigslist and locators and it had not gotten me NOTHING. He set up the showings and within a day of meeting him I found my NEW Apartment in LP. It was FAST and easy! That's what I needed working 12 hour days... I highly recommend him, his is personable, reliable (showed up early) and most importantly he did what he said he would do, found me a place that I love! read more

Joe is our realtor and he has been profoundly helpful as we've moved through the home buying process. We actually met him while we were out walking our dogs and struck up a conversation. He's smart, helps us hone in on what we want and has this amazing ability to help us put everything we want into perspective, allowing us to move forward (or not, if the place isn't right for us) with clarity and confidence. We're closing in on getting the home we want right now, so if all goes well we'll have a beautiful new condo to show for all of his hard work OVER THE LAST YEAR! Yes, you read that right. Joe has been working with us for more than a year to try to help us find a place. We're that frickin' picky and he's that patient. read more

Here is part of an email I sent to Todd after he helped me sell my parents home which was complicated by the fact that I lived in a different state. "Dear Todd, I can't tell you enough how I have appreciated your wisdom, guidance and extreme patience with the multiple phone calls, emails and texts these past few weeks. You are incredibly amazing at what you do!!! I would shout this from the roof tops! Sometimes I get very focused on accomplishing tasks for my parents that I forget to look up and say thank you to the amazing people who have made the journey possible (you and your team). I do thank God for you (for your integrity and gifting in your work). " read more

Todd is such a pleasure to work with! We were well taken care of throughout the entire process, from pre-listing advice until after we closed. He was thoughtful in his approach to selling our condo, organized, diligent, always accessible, and did an excellent job managing the other side of the transaction. His experience, talent and connections really took the stress out of the sale for us. Todd went above and beyond the call of duty for us on several occasions. We very much appreciated this as we were going through a very stressful time in our lives. I would highly recommend Todd and his partner Joe for any real estate transaction. read more

Joe worked with us throughout the process of buying our condo. He was remarkably low key throughout the process, but knew exactly when to interject to keep us on track or when we needed an outside opinion. We saw a ton of stuff, houses and condos, but he was never distracted or seeming tired of the drill. He was careful to show us places that he knew were in our general "zone", so it was all a part of the process. A great experience. Joe's personality is perfect for the stress of home buying - serious when it needs to be, funny and lighthearted when that's needed. Highly recommended! read more

I have to say I have come in contact with many real estate agents in Chicago and there are none better than Joe and Todd. Their team approach is refreshing and they truly get the job done. In today's competitive real estate market it is crucial to work with a team that can provide you expert negotiation and open and honest communication. I am happy to say that Joe and Todd go above and beyond and you will not be disappointed. Real estate is a service industry, and Joe and Todd completely get it. I would not recommend a better team for your real estate needs. read more

I have bought and sold a number of homes with Joe through the years. Joe has the 2 qualities that that make a great relaitor: he knows the neighborhoods, and he has the highest integetry. Joe knows the city and the west suburbs better than anyone. He knows the resturants, he knows the best entertainment, and he know where to buy the best home. I can always trust Joe to give me an honest opinion, and know that our discussion is based on my best interest, and not how Joe can make a buck. I will continue to use Joe for all my future real estate transactions. read more

Todd and Joe were so helpful to my wife and I throughout the entire moving process. He was always available and communicated with us great. Todd really understood what we were looking for and was able to show us quite a few places that matched what we wanted. He braved multiple feet of snow in Chicago just to show us around and help us find the home of our dreams! They ensured the process moved at a pace we were comfortable with and gave us great advice throughout. We are so thankful to have worked with the Schiller Schissler Group. read more

I used Joe for the sale of my home when relocating back to NJ from Chicago. There are not enough words to sing his praises as a real estate professional. In short, he gets the job done. My house sold the day it went on the market -- the "for sale" sign did not even get posted on the front lawn. I trusted him and I am SO glad I did. His advice on the entire process was invaluable. If I were back in Chicago, without question JOE SCHILLER would be my realtor. read more

I have worked with Joe and he is one of the best. His top priority is always the client. He knowledge, enthusiasm and dedication is endless. 24/7 he is available for his clients needs. He will happily walk a new home buyer or seller thru the process and make sure your comfortable with the decision you make. Buying/selling a home can be very stressfull especially during this bad economy but rest assured Joe is always looking out for you. read more

These guys know the city and they know people. They will never push you into something you can't afford or won't be happy with. They have given me a ton of attention for a potential first home even though I'm not even close to pulling the trigger. Buying a home is a very personal and emotional process, and you need someone you can trust. Joe and Todd are some of the most knowledgable, honest, and all around likable guys out there. read more

joe schiller has an inherent gift to make a potentially challenging, overwhelming situation effortless, positive and enjoyable....any dealing i have had with joe has in the end proved to be extremely effective and successful with absolutely no negatives, and in fact many pleasant surprises....i highly recommend him for any real estate need, he is a pleasure to deal with, and an asset to anyone who comes in contact with him.... read more

Todd worked with my husband and I to sell our house while we had already moved out of state. As this was our first home sale, we needed lots of guidance and support which Todd happily provided. He was frequently in contact with us and patiently answered all of our questions as we finished the sale. I would recommend working with Todd in ANY real estate situation and know that you will be in good hands. read more

Joe is very professional and knowledgeable when it comes to helping buy and sell your home. He is very good about emailing, returning calls, and keeping you informed on what is going on in the market place. He is easy to work with and very accomodating and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure that your needs are met and you are satisfied. read more