This was our first home-buying experience and Dan made it seamless and enjoyable. From hours of…read moreweekend viewings to ensuring we had a renter to take over our apartment lease, Dan went above and beyond to ensure we were taken care of. In addition, he remained in attentive throughout the process - always available when we had a question or wanted to see a property, and ENTHUSIASTIC AND PASSIONATE about making sure we got exactly what we wanted. Dan is far beyond what we would ever expect from a realtor, he is a friend and a true professional, and we would never work with anybody else! Thank you, Dan!!

Dan was seriously amazing to work with! He sold our home in record time we had 2 offers within 2…read moredays. He was always available to answer any questions or to just simply ease our minds. Anytime we wanted to see a house he INSTANTLY got us a showing. My husband and I also really liked that he was not pushy when it came to houses. He always asked us first what we think about the house before he said anyrhing.He worked around the clock for us to get the house of our dreams too! I 100% recommend Dan Kieres.

We owe our forever house to Captain Realty. Seth and his partner Liz helped us play the long game…read morein a tight market and -- despite a very constrained search -- land the house that was right for us. As buyers in a competitive area (Bowmanville, Chicago), we were feeling some FOMO as the limited inventory sold for well over asking. Seth helped us stay patient, stay informed, and stay ready, while bringing clarity to what can often feel like a chaotic process. He walked us through the levers available to us when making an offer, framed our expectations realistically, and never pushed us beyond our comfort level. He kept us from overreaching on a house we didn't get, and later helped us recognize the value of an unusual opportunity that ultimately allowed us to stay in the neighborhood we love. On the selling side, Seth was incredibly helpful in preparing our place for market. Because he's primarily a buyer's agent, he was able to look at our condo through a buyer's eyes and give honest feedback about what mattered, what didn't, and where our effort (and renovation budget) would actually pay off. Beyond the transactions themselves, Seth is a great partner to have throughout the process. He's personable, easygoing, and brings some welcome levity to decisions that can feel high-pressure and high-stakes. He's generous with his time and experience, with a deep understanding of old Chicago houses and the character that makes them special. His advice didn't stop at closing, either; Seth's rolodex of trusted tradespeople has already proven invaluable as we settle into our place. If you're looking for realtors who understand both character and value, Captain Realty is the team you want.

After seeing multiple friends find their homes with Seth there was no question he was going to be…read moremy realtor. He was, a continues to be a year later, a true partner on the emotional and logistical journey of buying a single family home by myself. While I'd been watching the market for years and thought I had a good idea of what was out there he listened to my ideas and pushed me to be open to others I hadn't considered. Seth meets you where you're at and doesn't push you toward something not right for you. During open houses he both climbed into attics and under porches to inspect structure as well as offered ideas of what could and couldn't be renovated in a space. He is not the type of realtor that is focused on surface or decorative accents because he knows what is cheap vs expensive to change and doesn't waste your time discussing pull knobs or paint color. Seth answered 2am rambling emails about my feelings on a property or neighborhood and offered advice on when it was worth waiting it out instead of jumping in with an offer. His straight talk on the reality of the tough market was invaluable. During the whirlwind of the offer and closing process he provided multiple recommendations for professionals I needed from lawyers to sewer inspectors, keeping the process moving while I flew around the world on business trips. What do you do when a seller's attorney requires earnest money by physical check within 24 hours and you're halfway across the county without your checkbook? Seth rode through the bumps in the process with me. All of his recommendations have proved excellent, and continue to serve me today. Lastly, in the spirit of meeting me where I'm at, Seth and I both completed the entire home buying process by bicycle. Like the beautiful vintage bungalow he helped me buy, it just felt right.

Lisa is an amazing realtor who goes above and beyond for her clients. she has an approach that…read moremakes everyone get comfortable. She knows her market as well as any agent I have worked with

I want to give huge shout out to my realtor Lisa Wenzel! Lisa and Melissa were so professional and…read moreattentive to my needs. Lisa and her team were very thorough on what they would offer as far as service, setting clear expectations, and communicating every step of the way to make me feel comfortable. Even though we had a few road blocks, she went above and beyond to make sure things still went through. Selling my 1st home which had so much sentimental value to me from 500+ miles away was stressful enough, but Lisa's exceptional service provided me with peace of mind that I needed to get through this process. If you're looking for a realtor that has your best interest at the forefront of everything, I highly recommend Lisa at Wenzel Select Properties! Just superb service!!

Robert is a very rude man. do not work with him. He was asking for too much information before even…read moreallowing me to view the property and he was rude on the phone to me and I explained I provided him with my information. Since I am the one going on the tour not anybody I'm possibly rooming with so it doesn't matter that they don't fill out the pre-application because it is not the actual application for the house or the rental contract. I hung up on him because he is so rude and so are his two associates their incompetence is ridiculous and him saying "I don't care about you" on the phone and that "you don't need to explain anything to me" is completely unprofessional and egotastic. I've worked with many real estate agents before and nobody asks for the information he was asking for before the actual application is filled.

The Bakas Team provided an outstanding experience on both the sale of our current home and purchase…read moreof our new home. I give them my highest recommendation without hesitation. Bob and his team are the real deal. If you're looking for expertise, professionalism, and attentiveness then this is your group. The financial results that we realized surpassed our expectations on both the buy & sell.

Ryan Gable from Starting Point Realty was our agent when we were shopping for a house. We're first…read moretime home buyers, and even though we did as much self-learning education we could, he taught us there was always more and more to learn during the home buying process. Even though we had a hard time deciding between single family homes (Detached) and town homes/Condos (Attached), Ryan was always patient with us. He was with us every step of the way with great insights on affordability, explaining how home offers work, even when we decided to switch our search locations! No matter the twists and turns we presented (I'm sorry Ryan!!), Ryan stood by our side the entire process. In fact, he was a mentor for us, who went to essentially EVERY single house we wanted to see, who gave valuable opinions and insights on every home and even the area where the home was located. He checked in with us and made sure we actually loved the house instead of pushing us towards a home to make a quick sale. Ryan is the kind of real estate agent you would want; patient, will educate you during the whole process, and will ensure you're taken care of during the whole process!

Ryan was incredibly knowledgeable, experienced and empathetic. He was able to deftly guide us…read morethrough the process of selling our home and the absurdities of the current market to a safe landing. Ryan was down to earth and walked us through each step, always respectful of our situation and perspective while providing honest and insightful counsel. Ryan worked with us even before any formal agreement, advising on remodeling and market value. We had to sell our condo due to unemployment, it was an emotionally difficult process but Ryan and his team were always supportive and compassionate. Ryan went above and beyond in terms of availability and providing hands on help. This process could have been an absolute nightmare with a lesser realtor, but we always felt safe guided by Ryan's expertise.

We recently sold my mother's condo with Ron Pickard, and once again he did an outstanding job. This…read morewas the second time we've worked with Ron in the past six years, and he continues to impress. The entire process was smooth, efficient, and stress-free. Ron quickly connected us with excellent contractors to paint the condo and clean the carpeting, helping us get it market-ready in no time. His communication is exceptional--he's responsive, proactive, and keeps you informed every step of the way. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, trustworthy real estate agent who delivers results, I highly recommend Ron.

I cannot speak highly enough of RE/MAX Suburban with Susan, Ron, and David Pickard!!! They have…read morebuilt a team and comprehensive network of professionals that know how to deliver in all aspects of home purchases. I went from thinking the possibility of a home purchase was 3-5 years away... to finding and closing on my forever home in 20 days with the Pickard's guidance, help, and assembled team. The Pickard RE/MAX Suburban Team was referred to me by a lifelong friend who has exclusively worked with the Pickard's over the past 15 years for home rentals, purchases, and sales. Initially my goal was to attain a 3-5 year home rental and then transition into a home purchase. After seeing the elevated rental prices with limited inventory, I asked Ron Pickard, "can I purchase now?" Ron answered "yes, let me show you how." From there Ron & David worked with an outstanding Mortgage Broker to create a comprehensive purchase & financing strategy that worked for where I was at and what I could do. David was able to help me find, negotiate, and acquire my "Forever Home". David assembled my purchasing team of Mortgage Broker, Lawyer, Insurance Agent, and Home Inspection that yielded a seamless closing within 20days of submitting an offer on a property that had 4 other offers. That ability for a rapid and low risk closing is what made my offer then selected option. Ron & David were ALWAYS very responsive, and made sure to fully answer or get the answers to the items I asked. They best part is they worked as a team so there was ALWAYS continuity in expedited action and delivery. Thank You Pickard RE/MAX Suburban!!!

I was very nervous about moving to a community with an HOA and a management company. So far, I am…read morehappy to say my fears were unfounded. Giemar is very communicative and responds quickly to my concerns. I requested tree branches be removed from behind my unit due to squirrel activity and he reached out to the appropriate vendor immediately. When the vendor only removed one of the branches I requested, Giemar again reached out to the tree people to inquire why. They said there'd been an error and they were out within a day to finish the job. In all regards, Giemar has replied quickly and I have not been left to wonder if anyone received my email. He is pleasant and professional and I thank you for providing good service and a good experience.

We thank Charlie Hass, managing director, and Stephanie Faruzzi, our manager for a very impressive…read moreshow of expertise and guidance in our transition to Mperial. I speak for the entire Board of Directors in saying they have inspired confidence that we can trust them to manage the most difficult situations. The entire Mperial team have been helpful in resolving confusion over accounting matters created with previous management companies. They respond to owners promptly with solutions. We look forward to a long relationship with Mperial.

Val was a great and responsive landlord! We lived in a condo he managed in downtown Chicago last…read moreyear and were sad to go when we moved to Los Angeles! He was always available if we had any problems in the apartment and was quick to make all the necessary fixes. He was also always friendly and helpful if we had questions about the neighborhood or the building. Val went above and beyond as a landlord to help make the apartment feel like our home!