I moved to Chicago from Toronto in 2014 and Charese David was the selling agent for the condo I…read morebought. I was immediately impressed with Charese's detailed knowledge of the building and she was able to answer any and all questions I had. Because I was moving from Canada, the purchase process was more difficult than originally anticipated. Charese was in constant communication with myself and my agent, and I often found it was easier to go straight to her to ensure she had the latest information. The day I came to get the keys, Charese was at the property in person and gave me a Starbucks gift card to thank me for being so great during the process - I kept thinking that I should have been giving HER a gift for putting up with all of the issues I had! When it came time to sell my condo, there was no question - I wanted Charese to be my buying and selling agent. She has a deep knowledge of the Chicago market, asks tough questions during walkthroughs, is always available to talk (or vent) and truly gets to know her clients and what they are looking for. She is very honest about her thoughts on specific properties and wants to ensure her clients get the very best this city has to offer. I would highly recommend Charese to anyone buying or selling a property in Chicago - she will work tirelessly to make sure you get exactly what you want!

Charese David should be your ONLY choice if you're buying or selling in Roscoe Village. She had my…read moreplace sold in 2 to 3 weeks, at 96.3% of asking price. Charese recommended a terrific real estate attorney, who was integral to keeping the deal together. She worked with my buyers, their lender, and their realtor, to keep everything moving. Charese even recommended, and coordinated, her handyman, her tile guy, and her painter, to make the needed beautifications & repairs. I'm very busy, so this was extremely helpful. I had a couple windows that ended-up needing repair, so Charese worked with the window company, and really knocked my socks off with how affordable those repairs ended-up. She also recommended a local moving company that did an outstanding job. Charese David is a Top Producer for a reason. If you want a real Pro, she's the ONLY person you should ever use.

David provided outstanding service from the moment I reached out to him through the second I closed…read moreon the property. No matter what hour of the day it was he was always available for a phone call or to set up a showing/walk through with me. Initially, to begin my search, David set me up with my own customized search that enabled me to provide him with a list of my wants and needs in a potential property, as well as the items that I was not interested in. This helped streamline the process and make everything run as quickly and smoothly as I could have asked for. Throughout the process David connected me with excellent contacts for potential lenders, attorneys and inspectors; all of which, I ultimately utilized in my closing process. I would recommend David to any friend, family member or acquaintance of mine that is searching for real estate of their own and I have already recommended him to a few friends. I was new to purchasing real estate when I started my hunt and I could not have asked for a better realtor and mentor throughout the process. I look forward to working with David again when the time comes to sell or buy another property.

I've worked with Mark a few times now. He and Oscar do great work. Even better, Oscar and his crew…read moreare super fast workers. I've worked with contractors who drag jobs on forever, so being fast is a pretty great quality in my book. I've also found Mark's prices to be reasonable. And last (and most importantly to me,) Mark is one of the few contractors I've encountered (and the only one so far in Chicago,) who doesn't treat me like I'm an idiot because I'm a woman.

Mark is just what you want in a contractor. He's extremely reliable, trustworthy and fair. He's…read morealso got a fun, dry sense of humor. Hire him! You will not regret it. Shannon M.

We'd like take the time thank Team Newman for all efforts in helping us sell our condo in Chicago…read more Working with Scott, Michelle, and Katie was an absolute game-changer in selling our Chicago condo. From day one, they went far beyond what we expected, bringing not just deep market knowledge, but genuine dedication and care to every step of the process. They took the time to understand our goals, gave smart data-driven recommendations, and were always willing to share their advice at each step of the process. What really stood out was their willingness to go the extra mile. They made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable. Thanks to their expertise and commitment, our condo sold quickly and at a fantastic price. We couldn't be happier with the outcome and would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking to buy or sell in Chicago. Truly a five-star experience from start to finish!

Scott, Michelle and the whole Newman team did such a wonderful job helping me through what ended up…read morebeing a high speed race to buy a mixed use building! The property presented many challenges to close but through every step the Newman team was available to answer questions and connect me with great support in financing, construction, and more. They brought their experience and their sense of community and creativity to the transaction - highly recommend!

I had an exceptional experience selling my Hyde Park condo with Matt's assistance. He provided…read moreexcellent guidance at every step of the process and was a key factor in helping me to get under contract within two weeks of my property being listed. His support included helpful checklists and clear communication at all times. I always felt like I knew what was going on which was very reassuring. I found Matt to be extremely knowledgeable and proactive. My selling process had an extra layer of complication due to the involvement of a condo board and management company. Matt made this part of the puzzle significantly less stressful. His team was equally strong, including both his colleagues at Fulton Grace and those in his professional network whom he recommended to me for photography, legal needs, etc. I was very fortunate to connect with Matt through a family recommendation and I would absolutely work with him again if I ever had to buy or sell property in Chicago.

I found Matt through a recommendation from a coworker who he helped move to Chicago nearly a decade…read moreago, and I was absolutely blown away by his service. Matt walked us through the entire process, listened to every single item on our wish list, and curated a search that hit every mark. Thanks to his expertise, we found our dream condo in a neighborhood we hadn't even considered and knew nothing about. Matt was incredibly responsive throughout the entire process; he would routinely respond within seconds--even after hours--to ensure our questions were answered and any worries were addressed. The speed at which he works is unmatched. As soon as we found a listing we liked, Matt jumped into action, and we were signing the lease within five days. He truly knows how to get things moving and has a deep understanding of the local landscape. My fiancé and I both agree that this is the best service we have ever encountered. I will be recommending Matt to anyone looking for a home!

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."

Michael Bishop helped me close a deal on a wonderful coach house, in the Lakeview area near St…read moreAlphonsus Church, and we could not be happier. His expertise in the Chicago neighborhoods made it a quick and easy process. Highly recommend him to anyone who wants to work with a motivated and energetic broker!

Michael helped my fiancé and I purchase our first house. He was able to navigate numerous…read morecurveballs in a frothy seller's market and landed us our dream home. He brings high energy and valuable market knowledge to every meeting. Highly recommend!

I don't think I've ever had an experience that went so smoothly. I needed someone that could help…read moreme with the unknown. It was my first time buying a home. I don't know what to ask and I'm too busy to even google "what do I need to know about buying a new home?" I didn't need to. Joey anticipated my needs based on a few conversations about what we wanted. People would ask me if I was stressed out yet and I kept thinking "maybe I'm missing something. Is this supposed to be stressful?" We met to review the entire process, what to expect, things I should know, who I need to call when, what an escrow is. Everything about his approach was calming. I felt taken care of. I felt like he had my best interests in mind, like he was my Realtor Dad. He has a unique way of picking up on interests. I could tell each time we spoke it's like he somehow mentally cataloged any nuance in our conversation and he'd give me this look like he already knew if I wasn't interested in something. I value that level of efficiency. It's priceless. When we looked at places, he'd teach me what I needed to know about that type of place, the questions I'd need to ask to make sure the home fit me and I knew how it functioned. I didn't need Google or a manual on how to buy a home. I needed a Joey. When I move again, and it's going to happen at some point once I'm done with grad school, I hope I can take him with me because I couldn't work with anyone else after this. No one else would compare. Thank you Joey!

Joey was very professional and his wealth of experience showed. The team was always ready to join…read moreme for a showing and ask all of the right questions. I felt very confident choosing a new home with Realocate and highly recommend them.