Erik helped us buy our first home and we could not have chosen a better person for that journey…read more We looked for a house or condo for about a year before finding "the one" and over the course of that year, Erik patiently searched with us and gave us an education of what to look for when buying. We saw a lot of homes during that year and met a lot of other agents and I can't believe how lucky we were to have someone that was so knowledgeable and down to earth to help us on our search. He walked us through all aspects of looking at potential properties, making an offer, negotiating, and all the little steps we needed to take before finally closing on our house. He always responded right away to the thousands of little questions we asked and we really trusted his opinion. I would recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell their home.

We used Erik to sell and buy condos in Lincoln Park a few years back. Our experience was so…read morepleasant that we recently used him again to sell our (outgrown) condo and to find our dream home on the North Shore. Erik truly understands market trends and current inventory which helped us price our condo competitively and get it sold within a week. His strong negotiating skills and market knowledge helped us sell our place at a price above our expectations. When searching for our new home, Erik listened carefully to our "must haves" and made some excellent recommendations in an effort to help us focus our search area. He was completely engaged in our house hunt and extremely responsive to our calls, emails, and texts. Erik is very accommodating and worked around our (and our infant's) schedules when making appointments. It was easy to trust him with issues and have him help make decisions on our behalf. We appreciated his initiative and willingness to help, especially since the buying/selling process can be time consuming and complicated. Quite simply, Erik made us feel at ease throughout the entire process. On top of the superior client service Erik provides himself, he also surrounds himself with a wealth of industry resources. He referred us to an excellent mortgage broker, lawyer, and home inspector which made our home buying and selling process so easy. We will continue to recommend Erik to all our family and friends looking for a top notch realtor in the Chicago area.

When you need important documents handled quickly and correctly, Express Apostille & Notary…read moreServices is exactly the kind of place you hope to find. Scheduling was incredibly easy. We needed several estate-planning documents notarized, and it can be surprisingly hard to find a notary who handles everything--signing, stamping, witnesses--efficiently and professionally. Here, it was seamless. Service & Experience *Appointment scheduling was smooth and flexible *Quick responses to initial questions about pricing, witnesses, and requirements *They provided all necessary witnesses on-site *The full notarization process took less than 30 minutes *Pricing was very reasonable given the number of documents we had What Sets Them Apart *Excellent customer service--fast, clear communication from start to finish *Clean, professional setup that makes the process feel easy and stress-free *They also offer apostille services, which is a huge convenience. Instead of navigating government offices downtown or waiting at limited DMV locations, you can simply make an appointment here and get it done without the hassle. Verdict Express Apostille & Notary Services makes a traditionally inconvenient process unbelievably smooth. Great communication, efficient service, reasonable pricing, and the convenience of both notary and apostille offerings in one place. Five stars and highly recommended for anyone needing document services in Chicago.

i was actually glad finding this place it made my life so much easier fast and easy and staff are…read morefriendly

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.

Overall, primarily influenced by the outcome of our search / purchase (the most important measure),…read morewe were very dissatisfied with the overall service from Pam and Wendy. Pam and Wendy did give us a significant amount of their time and energy over the months it took us to complete the purchase of our new home, which was greatly appreciated. That being said, due to circumstances that could and should have been avoided, we now find ourselves in a discouraging and extremely costly situation as we work through several issues that should have been identified through the home search, due diligence and inspection. We trusted the inspector Pam and Wendy recommended to us would be thorough with a critical focus on protecting us from major issues - this was clearly not the case, and the shortcomings of the inspection and related negotiations have left us having to pay tens of thousands of dollars out-of-pocket to remedy. On a related note, the 'experts' Pam and Wendy recommended during the inspection/attorney review period were equally poor, particularly a roofer that gave us an estimate for repairs that we now know was 95%+ underestimated (as proven by four subsequent estimates for the same work), and gave us a false sense of security in terms of what we had ahead of us. Maybe the most unsettling part of the experience in hindsight (which should have raised our flags in the moment) was when Pam and Wendy clearly put the best interest of the sellers ahead of ours (their client) in the context of pressuring us to sign the deal on a condensed timeline so the sellers would not have to relist the property. Finally, neither Pam nor Wendy made themselves or a legal representative available to represent us in person during our closing, and did not give us a heads up that we would be there alone, leaving us with a fairly sour taste on what should have been a celebratory day. Overall, as we continue to work through issues daily and try to recoup our losses, we do not feel our best interests were prioritized and feel the advice from Pam, Wendy and their recommended subject experts was critically underwhelming and insufficient.

From the moment we met with Pam and Wendy we knew we were in great hands. My husband and I were in…read morethe process of trying to decipher whether or not we wanted to take on a big project, or something more turnkey. Pam and Wendy differentiated themselves from the beginning because they knew the estimated costs of various projects, and where we would get a significant return on investment should we decide to sell our home in the future. We truly felt that they had our best interests in mind, and were always available to consult on various ideas. When we heard about a home coming on the market in Evanston, Pam did not hesitate to reach out to her contacts and ensure that we were the first people to get into see. Once we knew this was the home for us, Pam and Wendy knew how to navigate the negotiations with multiple offers, and her competitive yet sensible drive kept us calm and focused throughout the stressful process of buying a home in a pandemic. After the house was ours, Pam and Wendy's work did not end. They connected us with their favorite vendors for roofing, carpeting, lighting and more. They ensured we were connected with the best lawyer and loan-officer and were on-call to help us navigate several unforeseen circumstances throughout the process. We truly feel that our "forever home" today, would not have been ours without this incredible team of professionals assisting us throughout the process. We can't recommend them enough!

Jenni was the best real estate broker! I had very specific requests and Jenni worked with me until…read morewe found the perfect place. Couldn't ask for a better broker! Very knowledgeable!

From the owner: Get expert Chicago and North Shore real estate services when it's time to make your next move!…read moreMy name is Jenni Gordon and I grew up in Lakeview - then lived in Evanston and Glencoe. If you are thinking about buying or selling property in 312, 773 or 847 I can help! Being a Realtor with Coldwell Banker for twenty years, I serve buyers and sellers in the City of Chicago, specializing in Lakeview, Lincoln Park, Gold Coast, Streeterville, Bucktown, Wicker Park and West Town. I also serve the North Shore, including Evanston, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park, Glenview and Northbrook.

I was a first-time home seller. Kim was my Real-Estate 101 professor. She ensured that every step…read moreof the process, including the small details, were understood. Kim always made me feel comfortable when asking questions and having concerns about the initial sale. She was readily available via phone/email/text and took the time to meet with me at my home on a regular basis, not just before listing. Most importantly she brought in potential buyers quickly for my property and secured multiple offers sooner than I would have expected. Everyone associated with my sale (buyer, lawyers, family) had nothing but high praise for Kim's professionalism and performance with my property. I will be using Kim Hoegler in the future and would highly recommend her to those looking to list or purchase.

From the owner: I specialize in residential real estate on Chicago's North Shore…read more Looking to buy or sell a home? Just Call Kim!

I recommend Jessica Rosien to anyone looking for an honest, successful, creative broker who will…read moreput your needs first and foremost. Jessica has been through my home sale journey from start to finish and I can't emphasize enough how professional and knowledgeable she is, while at the same time, enthusiastic, encouraging and supportive of each and every client's individual needs. She brings the full force of all her team's resources, advanced tech, advertising and and network to bring the best possible house sale (or purchase) experience one can offer. Jessica helped sell my home in Glencoe for just under asking within days of going live on the MLS. I could not be happier. Now we are working together to buy my next home in a different area, and she's been incredibly helpful narrowing down my choices and thinking through my wants, needs and pricing options. Jessica Rosien is one of those people you can rely on for anything, know it will get done, and if she doesn't know how, she will know someone who does. What more could you ask for?

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ive been using this company for my tiny house rental company, I've got mulitple properties ran by…read moremultiple local management teams, Chicago central and Serena are the best in the game! I'm a 23 year veteran landlord developer and investor, I know good when I see it. I 100% give my stamp of approval! amazing responsiveness, market knowledge and overall friendly and to the point!

Serena is very professional and knowledgeable about my investment property, I highly recommend this…read morebusiness.