Mario's knowledge of the Chicago marketplace is unparalleled! You will not find anyone who better understands what a property's true value is whether you are looking to buy or sell your home... I have my own managing broker's license with 30+ years' Real Estate experience, and I asked Mario to sell my own home in Lincoln Park. His team is strong, and MG Group has the back-office support systems in place to aid you step by step in achieving your goals. You simply could not make a better choice than to work with Mario. read more

Mario and his team at MG Group are an extremely professional organization. After handing my keys over to Mario and team, they took over the selling process from A to Z, I didn't not have to be concerned with any of the small details in the process but was consulted with on all major decisions. I couldn't have found a broker who took better care of me. read more

Mario and his team are amazing. Even though I am an experienced home-buyer, I was amazed by how easy this team made the process. From providing market expertise to helping reach a fair deal to the closing process - everything was spectacular. read more

It has been one of the best experiences to work with Mario and his team at MG Group for the sale of our Chicago home. From day one when Mario did an original walkthrough of our unit and explained the Chicago real estate landscape, we knew we were in great hands. Mario is well versed in Chicago real estate law and was able to guide my family through everything involved in renting and selling our unit. MG group was a one stop shop and it felt like turnkey service as we had moved to a different state. They guided me towards the right lawyers for closing, handy men to fix things up, and cleaning people to keep the place in great shape in-between renters. Since I handed the keys over to MG group, everything has been seamless in working with them, and I couldn't recommend this agency enough for any of your home selling, buying or renting needs. read more

After interviewing multiple agents from top brokerages across the Chicagoland area, a friend introduced us to Mario. Within 30 minutes of meeting with him and understanding his vision for selling our home in such a unique market, we knew we'd be in the best of hands with him & his team! What could have been a very stressful undertaking- selling our home while preparing to move cross-country with toddlers- Mario completely put our minds at ease with his thoughtful marketing plan, enthusiasm for the unique elements of our home, and proactive updates throughout the entire selling process. Our home was under contract in less than 45 days of hitting the market, and we're very happy with the offer we accepted! We couldn't be more grateful to Mario & his team for the tireless work they put into securing us a competitive offer and driving the sale from prep to close. 10/10 recommend!! Thank you, MG Group read more

We would 100% recommend using the MG group Mario and his entire team were excellent throughout the home buying process. We were first time home buyers in a tough market and Mario went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and understood every step of the process. He is extremely knowledgable about the local market, down to the exact street and block. He thinks about every single facet of a building / unit and never pushed us into something. Even while he was on vacation, Mario was super responsive and helped us ease our decision. Mario is also exceptionally well connected - he got us in earlier than any other buyer on the house we ended up purchasing. He also has a keen sense of how to negotiate given his knowledge of the different personalities in the Chicago real estate market. Ultimately, working with Mario and his team felt like working with family. They go out of your way to make sure you're comfortable and are constantly rooting for your success. For everything you'd look for in a realtor- knowledgable, gritty, tenacious, committed - Mario has those qualities Mario and the entire MG Group is exceptional and their work and we feel so lucky to have had them by our side! read more

We just had the MG Group sell a home for us for the second time. Bill O'Hare and the team at The MG Group did an amazing job. We had some unique circumstances and they all went above and beyond to deliver service beyond our expectations. read more

HOME RUN, second time I have used Mario and his team. First time years ago was great and I had high expectations and he surpassed them. The photos ,video, drone FLYOVER and the tour were incredible. We had an amazing one of a kind house and Mario is a superb on one of a Kind properties. Helped us negotiate an unusual high end lease and more than anything else he made Adrain and I the BEST SELLERS we could be. There were some bumps and I amazed Mario working them out and WE WERE A TEAM TOGETHER. If you have a high end Home and you don't use MG GROUP CHICAGO you are getting second best. I have bought and sold a ton of properties and we love Mario and his group. Mark And Adrian Thomas The Alley Chicago 48 years later read more

We just sold our home in Glencoe. Our broker, Lehigh Cohen, did an amazing job. He knows the market extremely well. He sold our house for above asking price and set a high bar. I highly recommend him and the MG Group if you are buying or selling a home. read more

Mario and his team at MG Group were nothing short of amazing. The talented people at MG Group were able to help me strategize the optimal plan to sell my condo at the right time, which matched my plans to move, but also helped sell my property at an very acceptable market price. Everyone I worked with at MG Group, from Mario, to Fred, to Vivienne - they all treated me with courtesy and utmost professionalism. A friend had recommended me to Mario and I will definitely pay that forward with anyone else I know in Chicago(-land) looking to buy or sell! read more

I worked with Haakon Knutson and the MG Group this summer to sell my townhouse in Lakeview. From the minute I made the initial call I was confident I was in the right hands. Haakon and his team were 100% professional and they have every base covered, including timing of the initial marketing date, developing a proposed sale price and marketing plan, recommending quality trades people to help with the pre-marketing preparation, and navigating the post-contract process. Haakon is very honest, informative and collaborative. His team reflect these qualities. Working with them made what could have been a nightmare into a very happy dream. Thank you Haakon and MG Team. read more

Alice truly listened and tailored her recommendations to fit our needs - we felt very well informed throughout every step of our home-buying process. She is incredibly knowledgeable about the Chicago market, especially in the neighborhoods we targeted, and her experience with multi-unit property was a huge bonus. We love this property! Happy to recommend her and the MG Group! read more

Lehigh, Mario and his dedicated team helped me sell my home and set a record price in my subdivision in Buffalo Grove. They were always a step ahead and were quick to answer every question or concern. Besides managing the endless legalities and documents quickly and efficiently, they were always there to keep the stress and emotions in check. I recommend them without reservation! read more

I researched many realtor options before choosing Mario Greco of MG Group. I was impressed by his fantastic ratings, reviews from former clients, and expertise in the Lincoln Park area (where my condo is located). Mario and his group did a wonderful job. Not only was he wonderful in walking me through every step of the process, but all of his recommendations for staging, marketing, showing, and negotiation led to a higher sale price than I ever thought possible--much higher than my estimated value on any of the real estate applications. From our very first interaction through the closing I was impressed with Mario's professionalism, his ability market and position my condo to obtain the best final outcome. I was so happy with the final outcome of my sale that I will be sure to use the MG group for future sales or purchases that I may have in the Chicagoland area. He is a wonderful representative and will guide and take care of you each step of way. Hiring him was the best decision I could have made! read more

Selling a house in Chicago during COVID was challenging enough. Doing it from California just added to the complexity. I wanted an agent who was experienced and knowledgeable about the business and the market. I respected Mario's candor, service, and professionalism. His team was phenomenal and kept me updated on any progress with the property - almost to the minute. Moreover, his relationships helped to expedite any service that was needed around the house. There was no task too small: when a light bulb in the stairway went out, his team got a replacement. After heavy rainfall, Mario's team checked up on the house without being prompted. I appreciated their attention to detail as it offered me some peace of mind being so far away. We worked with a contractor recommended by Mario to ready the house for sale. We ran into a problem which was expediently managed. These things happen in real estate (and in life)! We dealt with it and moved on. Although he and his group are very busy I felt the communication was superb. Mario is patient and direct. He uses approachable and inclusive language. I interviewed 5-10 agents before choosing Mario. I was a first-time seller and looked for the following things during these interviews: 1) Real estate experience (buying and selling) in the neighborhood and in my exact community/unit. 2) Personality and communication style (both during the interview as well as follow-up correspondences). 3) Sale timeline, strategy, and market analysis. 4) Presentation - in person, website, and social media (youtube interviews, Instagram, etc.) In my opinion, the key is finding an agent/team that is the BEST FIT for you and your goals. I am very happy with Mario and the MG Group and have already recommended them to family and friends. read more

It was an absolute pleasure being able to work with Peter! He is very knowledgeable and professional, and was very patient working with me to find the home I was looking for. He always responded to texts and emails within the same day, and really paid attention to all of the details for each property - remembering what I couldn't and helping me keep things straight. He always sent a follow-up email after a day of viewing properties and provided excellent guidance as we navigated the housing market. I would absolutely work with Peter again, and would recommend him to anyone looking to buy in Chicago! read more

Mario and his team are the best in the industry. They understand every aspect of the transaction and really make the process as easy as possible on their clients. We first were introduced to Mario when we bought our condo and he represented the sellers. He was such a skilled negotiator that when it came time to sell our condo, we knew right away we wanted to use him as our realtor. read more

My entire experience with MG Group was amazing from start to finish. Every team member that I interacted with, was extremely professional, knowledgeable and incredibly responsive. I had the extra complication of being out of state during the whole process of the sale of my home, however, that was never an issue, as every detail was handled seamlessly by the team, and without skipping a beat. I didn't need to worry or stress about any of the details... but instead, I was able to concentrate on my new adventure out of state, and get settled without worry! My brother also used Mario, and his team, to sell his home and gave raving reviews. I am so happy he connected me with Mario, as I couldn't be more happy with the whole process. MG Group has an excellent team of folks to work with, I recommend them to anyone that wants a seamless, worry-free, sale of their home! read more

Working with Sam has been a pleasure! He has been a consistently reliable source of knowledge and was incredibly easy and pleasant to work with. He was quickly able to understand what type of place we were looking for, and helped us navigate a difficult market as well as EVERY hurdle we encountered. After dozens of viewings, getting outbid, finding hidden property damage and so on, we finally closed on a place nearly a year after we first met! Throughout our search Sam remained patient, optimistic, and professional. Frankly, shopping for a property with Sam feels like you're bringing a friend along instead of a salesman. read more

The owner Mario immediately had a phone call with me on a Sunday when I first started speaking with MG Group, which was very nice of him. Our realtor Jeb Davis went above and beyond to ensure we found a house of our liking. Once we did, he exceeded our expectations by working with the seller's continuously and always being available for a quick text or phone call. Highly recommend! read more

Mario and his team were top notch! I couldn't recommend them highly enough. We felt like we were in the absolute best hands, at all times. We sold our home after 1 day of listing, with offers from qualified buyers. He does his homework ahead of time, so as soon as you are ready- he's got everything in place! If you need an agent in Chicago- this should be the team you go with! read more

Mario's market knowledge and experience are unparalleled, and this leads to what might otherwise be a stressful process to be smooth and easy. Also, Mario's experience and reputation makes the entire process easier as other realtors understand that Mario is a professional who meets his commitments and ensures that his clients act appropriately as well. Finally, Mario is extremely responsive. As a former biglaw partner, Mario understands customer service and responsiveness; this is a big differentiator when compared with other realtors. read more

A friend sold their house through the MG Group and Mario's team came highly recommended and did not disappoint. The MG Group's reputation was a huge asset when it came time to make an offer, the seller knew we were serious and that we had a team of local professionals behind us who'd make this process easy. Throughout the entire process our realtor ( Sam ) was available through email, phone and text- he offered us expert advice and we never felt pressured to make an offer until we were ready. We were first time buyers and Sam gave us so much amazing advice when looking at homes, making our offer and through till closing. Thanks MG - and thank you Sam, we love our new home! read more

We can't say enough great things about Mario and his team. Their communication and attentiveness can't be beat. Our calls and emails (there were many of both!) were always returned within minutes. We found that to be both helpful and comforting. Mario and his team members are down to earth, professional, and extremely knowledgable. The attention to detail and thoughtfulness of MG Group made both selling and buying a far less stressful process than we anticipated. This is the second time that we've bought and sold homes with Mario, and we were just as happy with our experience this time as we were the first. read more

I cannot say enough about Mario and his team. My husband and I had initially used another broker to sell our property, and we were not seeing results. It is a unique property, and it needed a specific buyer. After 3 months of no results, we went with the MG Group on a recommendation from a friend. We hit a lot of bumps in the road, including challenges with the association and also a water leak that required some construction in the unit. Mario and his team were always there to provide assistance, and assisted in negotiating with the association and even managing the contractors who were during the work in the unit. One of my favorite things about the MG Group was the level of contact that we had with not only the team, but with Mario himself. Every time there was a showing, Mario made sure to let us know how it went, and he was always following up with the agents to get feedback that would assist him in marketing and selling our unit. He made sure to always keep us in the loop, and was always honest with us about the status of our sale. In addition to the contact that we had with Mario, I also cannot say enough about his team. Everyone we worked with was patient, responsive and incredibly professional. No matter how many times I emailed or called, we received prompt, friendly and informative responses from everyone on the team. The sale was a true effort, and we really felt like we were part of the process. Lastly, I also want to address the level of respect that Mario's name carries in the Chicago real estate market. The other agents were honest with him about how their clients viewed our property, and were very responsive to his requests for information. I shared with several of my friends who were in the business that we were using Mario and his team to sell our condo, and they all assured that we were working with one of the best agents in the city. We would recommend Mario and his team at the MG Group to anyone who is looking to buy or sell their home. They are honest, trustworthy and will do their best to sell your house quickly and for the best possible price. read more

Our realtor Jenna Bulger was on her A-Game for us from Day 1 to closing. We couldn't be more impressed with her resourcefulness, listing preparation, and recommendations for pricing our home. We listed on the private market just before the Memorial Day weekend to feel out the market. We only got a couple interested buyers, but once the weekend was over, we were only live on the market for 2 days when we got an offer for our Asking Price. I highly recommend Jenna and MG Group as realtors! read more

Lehigh and his team really worked hard and got us the best price for our house. He knew the potential market value of the house.

We recently sold our condo in downtown Chicago with The MG Group and we could not be happier with our experience and end results. Prior to using Mario and his team, we were listed with another realtor for nearly 18 months. Once we re-listed with The MG Group, we were under contract within 2 weeks and closed in 30 days thereafter. Mario is highly responsive, very professional, and extremely knowledgeable. And his team was equally fantastic to work with. We will not hesitate to use The MG Group in the future and we highly recommend others to use them for all your real estate broker needs. read more

Jay at MG Group was such an amazing help. His communication was awesome through out the whole process. Really enjoyed working with him and helped us find our new home within a 3 months. Couldn't have done it without him. His service was great and will highly recommend anyone. Thanks again Jay! :) read more

Dear Mario, Shannon and I wish to thank you for the fantastic work that you and your team did for us in listing, presenting and selling our Chicago house. Thank you for going the extra mile for us on every step, and especially in supporting our remote needs! From the day we first met to the day we closed escrow, you were a true partner in every part of selling our home. We very much appreciate being kept in the loop at all times and the guidance you gave to us while making decisions. During the early days of our relationship, as you helped us prepare for the listing, we built confidence in you and your team. Throughout the process, that confidence was only reinforced by your great service, and we continuously felt that our matters were in good hands. In selecting you as our agent, our goal was to get the best in the business on our side. You and your team fulfilled that goal. We were impressed with your team's communication style, responsiveness, knowledge, holistic service offering, gracious demeanor, and by how you all worked together so seamlessly and effectively. In the end, we're very pleased with how things turned out and we're thankful that we made the right decision in choosing you to list our house. You should be proud of the work you did in selling our home, despite the recent and swift market shift. Your standard of excellence made all the difference. If we ever find ourselves looking for another home back in Chicago, we would be pleased to again work with you and your team. Thank you again for everything. We're extremely grateful to have worked with you as our agent and wish you continued success. Sincerely, Gino & Shannon read more

My wife is a broker, but we didn't want to sell our own unit, so we hired the best. The advice on staging was very helpful and the photography turned out great. John Dasdelen was fast and accurate with responses for our many questions during the time the unit was on the market. Since we were selling and buying at the same, we knew it was going to be stressful. So it was important to us to have someone we trusted on the sell side, so we could focus our attention on the buy side. We wound up selling in the dead of winter, the worst time of the year, for a very respectable offer. The group worked as a team to cover all the aspects of the deal. Only thing I would offer as constructive feedback is, if a showing turns out an uninterested potential buyer, we probably don't need to know every excruciating detail as to why. Just need to know if they are interested. SOLD! read more

My family and I have been using The MG Group for over 20 years now. I've used them for buying, selling, and rental properties. There is no better group out there. They are always on top of everything, very communicative, excellent negotiators, and extremely knowledgeable. I have referred many people, all of whom have been extremely impressed. I've worked with Mario, Shani, Lehigh, and Cyrus all of whom are amazing. They are the only group I will ever use and you can trust you are in good hands with them. read more

I can not express how great Mario and his team are. They made buying and selling extremely easy and we were extremely impressed with the entire team throughout the process. More than anything else their responsiveness was incredible and regardless of the time we may have reached out, we had an answer within an hour if not within minutes. At one point we needed to have our HVAC system looked at ahead of a showing and Mario's team not only recommended a company, they called and scheduled the visit, and when I had a conflict at work at the last minute they sent someone to our house to oversee the visit. We interacted with a number of brokers through the buying and selling process and can honestly say that none compared to Mario and his team. If you are buying or selling a home in the Chicago area, please call Mario. read more

This is the second time that John has helped us sell a home. This time it was my wife's mother who had recently passed. Once again, John was incredibly helpful and understanding. He gave advice throughout the process and was attentive with frequent interaction. We have really enjoyed working with him and would highly recommend his help when thinking of selling your home. Thanks John and we appreciate the way you handled a more sensitive situation. read more

Even Though I hold my own real estate license for over 30 years, but it comes to buying or selling my properties, I rely on Cyrus and his team. I have purchased and sold several properties all through Cyrus, as I trust his advise, his due diligence, his hard working ethics and above all his honest. I will keep on doing the same for as long as I keep buying and selling properties. I greatly appreciate and value his expertise, and his assistance. Thank you again Cyrus. read more

Mario Greco NAILED it! Having few showings and zero offers between two different realtors over a nine-month period, I took a chance on a name seen on neighboring sold signs. I was blown away at the speed in which Mario's team was in the condo unit resolving repairs which had gone otherwise unnoticed by previous agents. In a matter of a few weeks, the condo was fixed up, staged, photographed and FLOODED with showings. I was always kept in the loop and did little more than click to approve an offer in the entire process. I will never use or recommend anyone other than the MG Group! read more

My husband and I searched for a real estate agent to represent us on the sell of our townhome. We selected Mario Greco, founder of The MG Group. He is knowledgeable, quick on assessments and ready to make 'moves' due to market conditions, super responsive and gave us good advice. Mario also has his A-team behind him, they made themselves available. Great client service differentiates every time! We have bought and sold homes several times over the years in different States and Cities; Chicago is tough, despite some challenges on the buyer's side including the agent representing them, we came through with flying colors. read more

Mario and his team exceeded our expectations in selling our Lakeview SFH in only 2 weeks! When Mario said he would do all the showings, I didn't really think he would, but he did. His colleague Sam was also very helpful and top notch. We had an incredibly seamless, professional and friendly experience with everyone at MG Group from start to finish. His negotiation skills are unrivaled and his confidence makes you feel confident. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to buy or sell! read more

We had the pleasure of working with Haakon Knutson (MG Group) to sell our condo and buy our home in 2022. The overall experience was exceptional right from the get-go. Haakon was considerate of our requirements and invested the time to help us understand the unique market situations, provided guidance on key things to look out for, and helped us open our minds to new possibilities including neighborhoods, layouts, and other such considerations. Haakon and his team were thorough professionals and made the entire experience flawless and stress-free. During the selling process, Haakon and the team prepped us, gave us ample time to prepare for the sale, and supported us with staging as well. Once listed, the team worked around our schedule to cause minimal disruption to our lives. We sold our Condo within days of listing, thanks to the diligent efforts of Haakon and his team! Our buying experience was just as smooth as well - we never felt pressured or rushed into a decision, and always knew we could lean on Haakon for sound advice through the process. We secured a beautiful home, thanks to Haakon's efforts! We would 100% recommend him to any of our friends and would gladly work with him again as well. Thank you, Haakon! read more

Mario and his team work well together to keep you informed and drive the sale. In contrast to smaller firms, there are individuals assigned for each component of the sales process to ensure a smooth transition. This was our second sale with them - the first didn't go as smoothly as I would have preferred - but they addressed the issue sufficiently that we decided to return for our most recent sale. His knowledge and breadth of market expertise were valuable during these turbulent times. read more