My wife and I moved to Chicago from the UK in August and throughout our search for a property our broker, Chuck Gullett, was fantastic!! It was a chance encounter that introduced us to Best Chicago Properties (we walked right past the window back in March on one of our neighbourhood fact finding missions!) but how glad we are that we found them!!! Even though our move date was not concrete (visas were not even granted at that point) Chuck was very enthusiastic about finding us the right property and he kept us informed of what was coming on to the market so we could get a feel for the kind of thing we could afford. This was a massive help for us, other agents had told us that there was nothing they could do and told us to come back when we were within a month of our move date.......not so easy when there is a transatlantic flight involved! Chuck created an MLS web page for us and categorised the properties into the different neighbourhoods that we had discussed, every few days we would be able to check out new possibilities and leave feedback to help Chuck narrow the search. Finally once our visas were granted we were able to make a trip out to see around 10 apartments/condos that Chuck had arranged viewings on and we made our decision as soon as we walked through the door of our perfect city pad! He helped us through all the laborious paperwork and form filling, not an easy task when we are on different time zones but then no task was ever too much for the BCP team. Chuck was even helping to make sure our move-in process ran smoothly......even though he was on vacation out of state!!! From start to finish Chuck was utterly professional, very quick to respond to any queries, helpful with suggestions on neighbourhoods/areas, and incredibly easy to work with. I should add that Chuck also helped with my search for office space and although I didn't lease any space through him (I have used Regus for now purely because of flexibility on the term of contract) I shall be going straight back to him when I need a bigger space and can commit to a longer time frame. Chuck's professional integrity was ever apparent as he actually advised that a short term Regus lease would better suit my business for now....there was never any suggestion that he might want to sell us something just to get a comission and he always had our best interests at heart. We cannot recommend Best Chicago Properties enough, we are super happy in our South Loop apartment but should we move house would not use anyone else! read more

I had the great fortune of working with Jessica Schimpff on buying my first condo and could not be more pleased with the results! To start off, I had no clue what I was doing as a long-time renter and first-time buyer. It's a long, complicated process and can be overwhelming. But Jessica took the time to walk me through what it was going to be like and what to expect every step of the way. She's extremely knowledgeable of all the details that go into buying a home (and there are a lot!) and communicated them clearly and concisely. She listened to all of my needs, wants, and requirements for what I was looking for in a new home and asked the right questions to help me think about even more things I'd want in a home I wouldn't have ever thought of otherwise. When we started looking at places I could tell she spent a lot of time finding places that met my criteria to give me many great options to choose from. When actually looking at places, all the outings were well planned out and we saw a lot (and I mean A LOT) in a short amount of time. I was very impressed with how quickly, smoothly, and effectively we went through places, drilling down to the perfect place. Jessica always provided sound advise about each place regarding its cost, location, re-sale potential, etc. that was important in making such an important decision without pressuring me one way or another. Once I'd settled on a place, Jessica worked her magic and I landed the place I wanted well under what I was originally expecting to pay. You can't beat that! Now I'm the proud owner of a beautiful downtown condo, with a lake view, indoor pool, and all the other good stuff! I could not be more happy with my first-time home-buying experience with Jessica and Best Chicago Properties. They call themselves "Best" for a good reason! They are! read more

We began working with Jessica Schimpff by chance and are really lucky and glad we ran into her that Saturday as she was leaving her office for another appointment. My wife and I were planning to walk the area with our two oldest kids, who were looking for an apartment, and Jessica offered to assist even though she was heading to another appointment. To explain the situation, we live in Kenosha, WI, my son is a sophomore at UIC, and my daughter had just graduated from UW-Madison and accepted a job at the Merchandise Mart and was temporarily living in Addison, IL. Given all of the above, and conflicting work and travel schedules, needless to say, the search had all the makings of becoming a logistical nightmare! Jessica was more than helpful and understanding, always adjusting to our schedule and needs, while showing us great rental properties within our given parameters, and making the most of our time. Jessica was very responsive and explicit in all of our e-mail and telephone communications, and was an absolute joy on what ended up being the last day of our search, when we spent a Sunday afternoon viewing eight different properties. Jessica obviously knows Chicago as she provided many options in all areas of our target search area - basically a very broad area between Lincoln Park and UIC. We found an apartment for the kids on that Sunday, but could probably still be looking if not for Jessica's assistance and high-quality level of service. I would confidently recommend Jessica and Best Chicago Properties to anyone looking to buy or rent in the Chicagoland area! Thank-you Jessica! read more

Mark Lale at Best Chicago Properties is the BEST! I was moving to Chicago from Nebraska and Mark was amazing! We spent countless hours on the phone and numerous emails discussing what I would like, what I must have and what I could live without. Not living in the state and only being able to view things online was stressful for me, but Mark had vast knowledge of these buildings and was able to offer advice on every one. He had plenty of suggestions that would fit my style and my budget. Mark was very trustworthy, patient and kind. He went above and beyond to send me links of different apartments so I could have plenty to choose from once I came to visit. When I came to apartment hunt in Chicago, Mark picked my dad and I up and personally drove us to 4 different apartments in downtown Chicago. He was very knowledgeable and asked questions that I didn't even think about asking. He really did cater to my needs and I ended up going with the very first apartment that he showed me! I landed in River North that allows me to walk to work. I found a perfect quaint convertible apartment with a patio, attached covered parking and a rooftop pool. This is the best city to live in and Mark made the stressful process of finding a place so easy! He even was so nice to follow up with me a week later and make sure that I was still happy. I couldn't have done it without him and if I ever move from my apartment I will definitely be using him again!! Courtney read more

Absolutely agree with Sumi but we'll use 1 word - Chuck! About 6 months ago we started a search for a condo in the River North or Old Town areas. Chuck met with us, got to know us and helped direct us to place that met both our needs and personalities. He was absolutely terrific in helping us through 2 offers before we finally landed on the 3rd place we put we bid. He never pressured us but was always responsive when we had a question. He was honest with us when we were looking at different places and did not think they would work for us. Chuck knows Chicago and that is incredibly helpful. As we went through the process of arranging for a loan and inspection Chuck was always on the spot and worked closely with our lender and attorney to make sure the closing was a smooth as possible. We also coordinated with the seller's realtor to ensure there were no issues between us and the seller. Chuck made a process, which could be very difficult, easy. read more

This is a review for Chuck Gullett with Best Chicago Properties. I am a mortgage consultant who has worked with several of Chuck's clients over the years. Literally every single one of them has commented on his unprecedented customer service, work ethic, expertise and everything else you'd hope for when seeking counsel in regards to the home buying process. However I am a numbers person and the reason I'm posting this is that many of his clients have decided to refinance to take advantage of the rates and I've been blown away by their appraised values. Even in the worst housing market of our lifetime the values on properties that Chuck helped buy are coming back at or even higher than the purchase price 6 months, a year or even 2+ years ago. To me the kind words (and accurately so) for Chuck are great but here is actual proof that Chuck goes above and beyond to get his clients the best deal possible. read more

Best Chicago Properties is the answer to your real estate needs! I was looking for a professional, honest, thorough and friendly broker to find tenants for my condo, and I found him in Doug Stachowiak. He provided me with a list of his services including analyzing comparable rentals to correctly price my condo for the market, marketing the property in the MLS and other top rental websites, professional photography, running credit checks on prospective tenants, handling all leasing paperwork, and completing a property condition report prior to move-in. He also had great communications with my current tenants to schedule showings. I was worried about finding tenants in the winter months, but, by working with Doug, I found great tenants within a couple of weeks! I can't thank him enough for making this process so easy for everyone involved! I highly recommend Doug and Best Chicago Properties! read more

I chose Chuck Gullett of Best Chicago properties for my real estate transactions after carefully reviewing all the glowing comments posted on line by a long list of his satisfied clients. I don't reside in Chicago and I needed someone who is reliable, knowledgeable and patient. I was able to successfully buy a unit long distance at a very fair price in downtown Chicago. Chuck not only sent me videos of the unit before pictures were even posted in the MLS but went far and beyond in being present for the unit inspection. He helped me draft a rental agreement and handled all the tenant matters. I had such a positive experience that I have once again contacted Chuck for a future investment. I would recommend Chuck highly. If you are coming from out of town and feel unsure as to whom to trust, please have no worries in contacting Chuck. Best Chicago Properties truly is a first class operation. read more

My friend and I were searching for our first city apartment and once we were referred to Mark Lale it was such an easy process. All it took was one 20 minute convo for Mark to truly understand what we wanted and not try and sell us on other options. He was extremely helpful and not even 24 hours later he had found 3 great apartments for us to see. All three met all of our requirements and were amazing. We narrowed it down to two and eventually chose our perfect first apartment. Mark went above and beyond the role of a broker and was running around to tie up loose ends that go far beyond his responsibilities. He is truly amazing and someone I look forward to working with throughout my time in Chicago. I highly recommend Mark to anyone who wants an effortless apartment search and transition to the city. read more

We can't say enough about Best Chicago Properties, especially Chuck Miller. We got to know Chuck very well - our search took about 2 years and multiple offers. He was great to work with, especially since we really needed someone that wouldn't pressure you to buy for the sake of buying. In addition to his no pressure approach, he is always accessible and prompt - two things we really appreciate. He is extremely knowledgeable about the market and can connect you to any other professionals you might need. He's also very personable and great to be around. He is an all around good guy. We highly recommend Chuck Miller and suggest that you give him a call if you are in the market. read more

My boyfriend, Ryan and I were referred to Chuck by Ryan's step-sister who was looking for a place at the same time as we were. Chuck was very professional, assertive and listened to what we were looking for. It only took us three places to find the one. Chuck was great at negotiating and made sure we were comfortable with our offer. We love our new place and am very happy with our choice. Chuck has also followed up and checked in on us which we thought it was very considerate of him. He's a very genuine person and a great company that we would love to do business again with if we have to. read more

I live over 2 hours south of Chicago, and was at a loss on finding an apartment for my son who was attending John Marshall in the fall. Chuck Gullett found us a great jr. one bedroom in Old Town. The experience began with reviewing listings for the neighborhoods we were interested in. Then Chuck organized a day visit for us to see a dozen apartments in 4.5 hours! He even created a video of one to save us another trip. The experience ended with him meeting us with the key on move in day. He was always available, responsive, and helped to make the whole experienced enjoyable! read more

This is a review for Chuck Gullett for all his help in selling our condo. We had it listed for 7 months with a different broker and eventually took it off the market. When we were ready to list again, we searched for a new agent to list it with. Chuck won the listing because he came to us with a great marketing plan and within five months he sold our condo. He provided us with honest feedback after showings and was extremely responsive throughout the closing. And, because the closing was so quick, he helped us locate a great rental. I wouldn't hesitate recommending him. read more

Becoming a landlord was never in my master life plan. Thankfully Chuck Gullett has dedicated his career to ensuring that individuals are able to find, purchase, sell and rent the home of their dreams. Chuck facilitated the location of a fantastic renter and assisted me with all of the details needed to ensure a smooth renting experience for both me and my new renter. His expert consultation gave me the confidence I needed to engage in the process of renting out my space - at a very fair price. If you want an expert in real estate turn to Best Chicago Properties. read more

My husband and I recently sold our condo in Uptown and Tony Campise with Best Chicago Properties was our agent. Tony was great to work with and helped us every step of the way. He walked us through everything we needed to do to get it on the market and got it listed quickly. It made the whole process easy and smooth for us. He knew the market really well and helped us to set a price that got us what we wanted, but also sold it quickly. We couldn't have asked for more! Tony is a great guy and we're so thankful that he was our agent! read more

I recently decided to move to New York for my job and needed to find someone to rent out my condo unit to as I do not want to sell it in this market. Doug from Best Chicago Properties found someone with great credit at the price range I was hoping for within two weeks time. He was professional, gave me a lot of good pointers as this is my first time being a landlord, and worked in my best interests. If you want to be taken care of and not worry about finding a renter or buyer, let Best Chicago Properties do the work for you. read more

I had the extreme pleasure of working with Tony Campise at Best Chicago Properties on my recent home purchase. From the very beginning Tony was honest, caring, and energetic in finding me my new home. His professionalism continued throughout the entire transaction. He listened to my needs and new exactly how to represent me to the seller. I highly recommend utilizing Tony's expertise for your property search. If I ever decide to sell or buy in the Chicagoland area, I will definitely call on Tony Campise. read more

I was extremely impressed by the service I received from Chuck Gullett at Best Chicago Properties. Chuck is very personable and professional. He helped me with some difficult decisions I needed to make regarding my property. When I decided to rent it out, Chuck had a signed contract from a tenant with great credit and perfect rental history - in 8 days!!! In addition, the tenant agreed to the full asking price! I give Chuck and Best Chicago Properties the highest recommendation. read more

In 2010 the housing market was in a slump, but I wouldn't have known it working with Chuck Gullett. I had the same property on the market to rent for 1 year with another company without success and it only took him and his team 2 weeks to get my place a good renter. The overall experience was painless and he guided me with what to do next as a first-time landlord. I'll gladly continue to work with Chuck in the future and recommend anyone else to as well! read more