Jared and Nell are an amazing team and I cannot recommend them enough. Nell was quick to set up showings (even on the same day) and was always honest about what she thought of the location. She always had a great rapport with the selling agents and ensured that we knew everything we needed to about the place. On many occasions she found out vital facts (such as "no dogs allowed") and saved us from wasting time on the location. Once we found our home, Jared leaped up to put in an offer (he called us within minutes of us expressing our interest). He worked up the numbers and helped us determine our first offer. Based on his recommendation and research, we can in much lower than the asking price. After a counter-offer that took a negligible amount off asking, we lost hope and started looking for new places. However, Jared didn't quit on us. He helped us work up a best and final offer that was still well below asking. He submitted it to the selling agent and, after what seemed like an eternity (10 hours), the seller accepted! That was only the beginning of Jared's and Nell's hard work. We used a non-traditional loan (VA), which is not often seen in the Chicagoland area. Jared didn't shy away from that and instead put together a team (lender and attorney) that has does such loans in the past and would be in the best position to know what to do. Throughout the entire process, Jared was our point-man. Be it a legal or banking question, he would ask the proper person and get us the information in minutes. On more than one occasion, I was texting him a question, only to receive the answer before I ever hit "send." After a contentious and bureaucratic process, we had to push our closing back almost two weeks, right up until our lease was going to end. Jared ensured that we wouldn't need to live in a hotel and worked tirelessly (seriously, I don't know when he sleeps) to ensure that we closed before the end of the month, WHICH WE DID! I will say that the only downside of working with Jared and Nell is that, after the home-buying process, we will not be in contact with them as much. It truly feels like we are losing a close friend, but gaining a new home. Have no fear, you are in AMAZING hands with both Jared and Nell! read more

My wife and I just closed on our place - after more than 18 months of looking, searching, dormant phases, open houses, changing minds and changing criteria - several places, sometimes multiple showings - because we wanted to find the best place for us - and they get it! Our Flyhomes team comprised of Jared, Nell, Jason and Mary Lou and they were right there with us throughout the process. We never felt pressured or being nudged (let alone forced) into a decision about the home search. They understood what we wanted, how we wanted to do things and that we felt more comfortable finding places on our own. We have worked with realtors in the past, and have owned a place in the past as well. Flyhomes team blows them out of water in terms of work ethic, friendliness, being informed about the market and player dynamics and just plain professionalism! We couldn't have been happier with the way things went. After all our searching, we finally decided on a home we loved and the team was instrumental in helping negotiate the terms which worked with us. We did guide them in terms of what value we were comfortable at and the reasons why, but the team helped articulate these in the best way to the other side. Finally, after all this (and several iterations), we basically had less than 4 weeks to the proposed closing day, and the Flyhomes Chicago team basically quarterbacked the process to make sure all the workstreams progressed and went smoothly & efficiently, helping work with attorneys, sellers, lenders, appraisers, inspectors, etc. They have some great people on the team - who work really well as a team - and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to make a home buying decision (and did recommend them to a couple friends even before we had found a place). read more

I worked with two other teams before I found FlyHomes. This is a strong and well-organized team that works as a single unit. On top of all this, they are an absolute pleasure to be around. Their energy and enthusiasm are contagious. We really needed that. You need them on your side if you're a first-time buyer. They are far and above everyone else in their drive and professionalism. It's how home buying should be for everyone, but it isn't. Looking back, Jared's leadership and personal touch when we first started the process was essential. Our call to discuss the process and to introduce your team built trust. Nell's dedication to getting us access to every home on our own terms was something I haven't seen anywhere else. I knew this was as important to her as it was to me when I saw the late night email responses. Mary Lou picked up the baton from there and was instrumental in helping us figure out what we wanted in a home. She was always early for our appointments. She asked incisive questions to guide our thinking and preferences until we developed a clear idea of what we were looking for. Jason is the best negotiator out there. He helped us get a fantastic deal. He made sure emotions and egos were kept at bay so we could have a smooth process. He insisted that our offer was informed and driven by market data, so we were taken seriously by the seller without giving up the price tension. We were in every case. He helped us identify negotiating points that had asymmetric value to the seller. So we were giving up items of low value to us but of huge significance to the seller. read more

I never post on Yelp, but I felt compelled to write this review because I want everyone to experience the joy that is partnering with Flyhomes. They're the best! I've worked with a few real estate teams in the past, and Jason and Nell at Flyhomes exceeded all expectations. From the first meeting over coffee to the final signature at closing and a celebratory drink afterwards, I had absolute confidence we were in great hands with Jason and Nell. I not only trusted them completely -- I looked forward to every interaction! Think about what you want in a real estate agent... Deeply knowledgeable about the market and data-driven? Check! Excellent negotiator? Check! Honest and hard working? Double check! Proactive and responsive, providing a personable customer experience that makes you feel cared for every step of the way? Check, check, and check! I could not have been happier with my Flyhomes experience and was pleasantly surprised at how easy and smooth Flyhomes made the whole process. Plus, we received a credit for working with them! If you're considering buying a home, do yourself a favor and reach out to Flyhomes. You'll get better service at a lower price than the old school real estate agents offer -- a win all around! read more

One of the best decisions we've made in years was choosing to work with FlyHomes - they helped us on both our sale and our buy. Like most people, we considered using either one of our (many) real estate friends or an 'established' traditional brokerage firm, but we liked what we learned and saw from FlyHomes, and given FlyHomes commission structure, we literally saved MULTIPLE thousands of dollars. Service was 2nd to none. Jared and his team were professional, patient, and incredibly responsive. Just good, genuine people who you felt were really on your side. For our sale, we listed and were under contract within a week. With our buy, the closing process was seamless, Jared and Nell stayed on top of everything - no hiccups, no surprises, and no delays. I noted that rolling with FlyHomes was one of our best decisions, and when it comes time for our next real estate transaction, using them again will be one of our easiest decisions. Save a ton of money by using these guys - it really makes zero sense not to. read more

I found FlyHomes on Yelp. They responded minutes after I requested they contact me. That was the first good sign. Jared was very personable and took the time to listen and discuss my situation. That was the second good sign. He promptly followed through with what he said he would do..........third good sign. There was no 'pressure' type effort........fourth good sign. He was open and honest about FlyHomes just entering the Chicago market.....fifth good sign. So, I chose to work with him on the sale of my unit. The day I signed the sales agreement he was at the unit shooting pictures. Day 2 he has an offer and recommended we pass.....which we did. Day 3 we had a good offer and a few days later a signed contract. With every step, Jared stayed in touch and handled matters well. He made it look easy......but that only results from working hard, working smart, focus on getting the job done and valuing his client. He did it all well. I got what I paid for! Garry K read more

I would never associate a first time home buying experience with being easy and stress-free, but through the help of FlyHomes and Jared, it truly was. There is a lot to navigate throughout the process, but Jared and his team made it a lot less difficult by being on top of things every step of the way and coordinating with all parties that are involved (as I found out, there are a lot!). He made sure everything from the inspector, attorneys, lender and seller were all on the same page. By the time we got to closing, there was nothing left to do besides sign the closing documents and eat candy while waiting for the final approval. Jared helped educate me as the buyer, told me what to keep an eye out for and explained the things I shouldn't stress over. Even without the rewards program, I would definitely use FlyHomes again to purchase a home...the rewards are just a great bonus! Highly recommend FlyHomes for anyone looking for a home!! read more

This is our first house so there's a LOT for me and my gf to learn. Luckily we chose FlyHomes. Jared and his team are not only professional but super patient to ppl like us with absolutely 0 home buying experience. Our first pick had issue after inspection. It's not super major but it still bugs us quite a lot so we decided to cancel the deal. Surprisingly, Jared not only respected our decision but offered suggestion on how to avoid such things and what we should look out for the following searches. Soon we landed our dream home and everything went smoothly thanks to Jared's team. FlyHomes is definitely different from your traditional real estate agent company. They respond to your questions and requests anytime almost 24/7 7 days a week! Not to mention the benefits you received after the closing. Look no further! read more

I sold my home with Jared and FlyHomes. Their refreshing take on the real estate market is a breath of fresh air emanating from the stink of the industry. I can't count the number of brokers that contacted me while I started this process FSBO that were deceitful, slick, or outright liars. They are all in it for themselves it seems. Jared and FlyHomes understand how bad the industry is and basically approach it from the opposite side - and they get the job done for you and not for themselves. Don't ever use a traditional broker again. Unless it's to mow your lawn before an open house with FlyHomes. read more

I've worked with many agents to buy and sell over the years and this was my first time purchasing a home and being thrilled with the level of service. The Flyhomes team is organized, knowledgeable and enthusiastic about making sure you're taken care of. I can't say enough about the teams professionalism, willingness to go above and beyond and the attention to detail that kept all parties on track to close on time. They also had stellar referrals. To top it off they're a cool group of people and you get a cash incentive at close. This is the group you want to work with. read more

My husband and I bought our condo in Bucktown through FlyHomes. From the very beginning until close, Jared, Jason, and Nell were amazing. We bought the home remotely while still living in Seattle, so they were truly our eyes on the ground--providing use with multiple video tours and even touring the home on Easter Sunday when we decided that we had found the one. I don't think we ever waited more than a few minutes for a response, and we were really pleased with how many seller credits we received. 10/10 would recommend FlyHomes to all of my friends and family. read more

I meet Nell and Jared from our co-working space in River North. I have never purchased a home before, and they explained the process in detail and were always there to answer any question (there were many). They found me a lawyer, inspector and lender and coordinated every piece of the transaction for me. I would never use anyone else.... Seriously... Then on top of that, the rewards!! The airline miles are allowing me and my boyfriend to travel round trip to Europe, first class! Not bad for a closing gift read more

If you're looking for a realtor, go with FlyHomes! I recently worked with the team - Jason and Jared primarily, to purchase a condo in the Bronzeville neighborhood. Not only were they both very knowledgeable about the home buying process, the Chicago real estate and strategic negotiation tactics, they were also always readily available to chat or answer any question that I had! Plus FlyHomes' incentive program truly differentiates them from a traditional realtor. I would highly recommend working with them!! read more

My husband and I just bought our first home with FlyHome in south loop Chicago, We have to say we couldn't be happier with Jason, Jared and the whole FlyHome team. They are professional, attentive, patient, super good at analysis and so fast in replying emails and phone calls (no matter it was early morning or mid-night). And more importantly, we had a lot of fun in house hunting, offer negotiation and closing. Strongly recommend if you are looking for a buyer agent in the Chicago area. read more

FlyHomes was amazing to work with. The team went out of their way to help us find the right place. We met Jared and team a year ago and honestly the best part I felt was there was never a pressure from them to make a decision. They were calm and fantastic in helping find us the right place. Overall, could not be happier with my experience and would recommend Jared, Nell and the rest of the team to anyone looking for an agent in the Chicago area. read more

My wife and I bought our first condo in Bucktown with Jared and the Flyhomes team. Couldn't have had a more positive experience! They would respond instantly at all hours of the night, were fantastic at negotiating our offer (and got us a bunch of seller credits we didn't expect.) Have already referred them to a number of friends who are buying, and will continue to sing their praises until my voice is hoarse! read more

I can't say enough about Jason, Jared, and the rest of the Flyhomes team. They were exceptionally diligent, always responsive, and highly knowledgeable about the Chicago market. They made my first home buying experience go as smooth as possible. Simply put, this was one of the best customer service experiences I've had with a company. Without a doubt, I will use them again when it's time to find a new home. read more

The FlyHomes team was a pleasure to work with. Throughout the process, they were attentive, responsive, and went out of their way to make sure I was comfortable with every step of the home buying process. When it came to the negotiation process, FlyHomes analytical and patient approach gave us a huge leg up on the sell side. 5 stars well earned read more

Thanks FlyHomes!!!! Working with them was so awesome and easy. This was my first time buying a home so I was quite apprehensive but Jared really made life easy on me. The company really simplifies and streamlines the home purchase process. Plus no other real estate company gives the kind of perks we got by using FlyHomes. Highly recommend!!!! read more