Nick is an exceptional agent with an eye to all kinds of details, from those you'll encounter in…read morethe process of mortgage lending, to navigating HOA documents and red flags, to identifying building or unit issues that need to be considered before putting in an offer. He is tenacious in defense of his clients, while also being easy and friendly to work with. His professionalism, proactive communication, and thoughtful intervention helped navigate the process for me, from checking in regularly to acting as an important go-between with lenders, sellers, attorneys, and all the other cast of characters one encounters. He not only helped me sell my home, he helped me find a new one -- and both sale and purchase set me up for success both then and in the future. I highly recommend Nick as an excellent navigator for the whole process in your buying or selling journey.

In the past, we always used the onsite team in our four transactions, over the course of ten years…read more selling or buying units in the buildings. This time, we decided to go with Nick. I had worries that he wouldn't be as knowledgeable as the onsite team, but I was totally wrong. He knew the buildings quirks and benefits. Our interview with him, about selling the apartment, went smoothly and he knew everything the complex had to offer. He showed up at every listing appointment, as the Seller's Agent, gave us feedback, without having to pester him. It was a pleasant experience and he went out of his way to check on the apartment's progress, while we had it painted. If you're looking for an honest agent to sell your biggest asset, go with Nick. I wouldn't hesitate to use him, again or recommend him to friends and family. He is the real deal.

Update on the review below: I ended up putting an offer on the house that John helped me find. He…read morewas a stellar negotiator. I can't even believe he was able to negotiate the seller down by $30,000! John is an amazing realtor. He works really hard for his clients. I have been looking for an investment property and John has been a wealth of information on how to go about doing that. He is extremely patient and never puts any pressure on me to make a decision. He's very knowledgeable about all aspects of real estate and is crazy responsive, often emailing or texting me back within minutes. I cannot say enough good things about John. I also know that he does a lot of leasing work and from what I can tell, he puts the same level of effort in for those clients as well. Use John for all of your real estate needs....I promise you won't be sorry.

I had the pleasure of working with John Li in purchasing a townhouse recently. He was attentive to…read morewhat i wanted and only showed me properties that met my needs. The process was quick and as a first time buyer, he was able to guide me through everything.

My name is Crystal Banks and I am a real estate broker who works with Koller apartments and Steve…read moreas an investor. I have almost eight years in the business and work with many owners in Chicago but Steve really stands out as a true professional in the business. His inventory is always top notch and easy to sell to my clientele. I know with every tenant I place, I can feel secure in knowing they will be taken care of throughout their lease and time renting from Koller. I have never heard one complaint from any of my clients, and many compliments on maintenance requests if ever needed and over all responsiveness as an owner. I will continue to always help get these units filled with excellent tenants knowing they will be in great hands. Thank you Steve for running a five star operation.

I had a fantastic experience renting from Koller. Steve Koller is a straight forward and kind dude…read more I had an issue with my heater and he had a guy out there ASAP to fix it. I also had to sublease my apt one month before my lease was up and Steve gave me some useful tips as to how to find a good tenant that could roll over into a full lease with him, so it worked out for all parties. Landlords can catch a bad rap, but renting from Steve, and by extension Koller, was a great experience. Nice places, straight shooters.

Our very favorite stone fabricator! For our Lincoln Park home, Shankar, Rachel, and the SI team…read morehave designed and fabricated remarkable counter and vanity tops, and a one-of-a-kind fireplace surround. They're creative, responsive, and reasonably priced. Most recently, they created a vanity top for a Steve Zissou-inspired powder room. They identified a unique piece of stone that is the perfect complement to a sink featuring an octopus. Wow!

I Had some large remnant marble pieces from a building tear down that I wanted fabricated into…read moresmaller pieces for various other projects. The first project in particular was for a fireplace surround. It's a fairly simple job given these are just large pieces needing to be cut into smaller pieces. Nothing spectacular. Apparently finding a stone shop to cut marble/granite (that they don't sell) is very difficult as several companies I contacted would not take this project or were obscenely costly. That's when I came across Stone Impressions. I contacted the company and worked directly with Rachel. She could not have been more professional, responsive and helpful. The team took care of things I did not think of myself either - e.g. polished edges, joint markings, etc., and the measurements were somewhat confusing, but she took lead and figured out exactly what needed to be done. The fabrication was done fairly quickly - 2 days and the marble looks amazing. Finished project, even better.

John did an outstanding job selling my condo. The process wasn't straightforward, as I had tenants…read morein the unit, but he handled everything with exceptional organization and professionalism. He communicated clearly and effectively with both me and every tenant throughout the entire process. I originally worked with John back in 2017 when he helped me purchase the condo, so it felt only right to have him handle the sale. His deep knowledge of the building, its history, and the local area was a huge advantage. I highly recommend John... you're in great hands with him. It was truly a pleasure and an honor working with him again

John is the best realtor I've ever worked with. This man truly eats, sleeps, and breathes real…read moreestate. I've worked with him twice now, both as a buyer and a seller,  and I'm about to work with him for a third time. I can't think of a better endorsement than choosing to go back to the same realtor again and again. Whether buying or selling, John made the process as smooth and stress-free as it could possibly be. Real estate transactions can be overwhelming, but he has a way of making you feel informed, in control, and completely at ease throughout the entire process. The closest comparison I can think of is a doctor with an incredible bedside manner; not only are you getting someone who deeply knows their craft, but someone who genuinely cares about making the experience as easy as possible for you. 1. Real Estate Expertise You can tell almost immediately that John knows his stuff. From comps and pricing strategy to negotiations and local market expertise, he is knowledgeable about every aspect of the process. He brings both confidence and strategy to the table, and you always feel like you're in capable hands. 2. Communication & Responsiveness John is incredibly responsive and easy to reach, often answering calls even when I contacted him unexpectedly. He consistently made me feel like I was his top priority, even though my properties may have been on the lower end of the range he typically works with. He patiently walks you through every step, is honest about both the positives and negatives, and makes sure you fully understand everything before moving forward. 3. Client-First Mentality It was obvious to me from the beginning that John has very high ethical standards. He genuinely wants what is best for his clients and never pressures you into buying or selling something that isn't right for you just to close a deal. He is truly an advocate throughout the entire process. One example that stands out: the week I was ready to list my condo, the unit flooded and the insurance process delayed everything by a couple of months. John remained calm, patient, and level-headed the entire time, which helped keep me from panicking. Everything moved on my timeline, and I never once felt pressured. He also consistently goes above and beyond in ways most realtors wouldn't. On the morning listing photos were being taken, I handed him a bag of light switch covers in a panic -- and he calmly installed them throughout the unit without hesitation. When situations like that came up, his response was always: "I'm a realtor -- that's my job." 4. Calm Under Pressure Nothing seems to faze John. He stays calm, objective, and solutions-oriented no matter what is happening, and that energy absolutely carries over to his clients. Having someone like that in your corner during a stressful process makes all the difference. Bottom line: I will never work with another realtor.

Chester is absolutely amazing at what he does. He helped us find the perfect home in our budget. It…read morewas quite a tedious process due to city violations on the building but he stuck by her side through the whole thing and helped us step-by-step. I was totally clueless when we began this process and he was very informative and knowledgeable about each property. He even told us things that could become a problem in the future and that type of honesty created a trusting business relationship. Chester is on your team no matter what happens. Literally everything that could go wrong with our lender did but Chester made things happen. He's extremely experienced and reliable. And you can't forget about how funny he is too. He made it easier for me to stay calm and collected during the worst of the lending process with the bank. I wouldn't of been able to purchase my first home without Chester. He was an important part of the process and I trust him to be my realtor for the next place I decide to buy. Thank you so much Chester! And thank you for putting up with me LOL.

If I could give this guy zero stars I would....absolutely DO NOT use this guy. He helped us buy a…read morehouse and the inspector he used is a HACK! We were told we did not need to be there for the inspection and lo and behold a year later everything is falling apart. Apparently the previous owner pretty much stabled, taped and glued everything together that needed repairing. We have spent thousands of dollars in the last year because the previous owner was too cheap to get it fixed correctly and Chester's inspector was the absolute worst. Besides the fact Chester is a nightmare to work with! Run away from this guy if you are planning on selling or buying a house. You will be spending more money than you need too.

Jeff Byrdy was fantastic! Took the time to explain everything to us, took our call on a Sunday…read moreafternoon, and got us a great rate. We were very satisfied with our mortgage experience.

Ernie made the home buying process so easy that it was dare I say "fun." He is extremely smart…read moreabout all the different kinds of programs that are offered. I feel very fortunate to have met Ernie and he was someone I would refer to anyone who is looking to purchase a home. We met with multiple lenders that offered only a limited amount of options and that did not seem like they knew the details to the caliber Ernie did. Not only is the staff knowledgeable and EXTREMELY quick to respond, they have a certain flare that is unrivaled in such a stiff business. Ernie was extremely personable and relatable. At the end of the process we felt we could trust Ernie with anything. He was able to get is in a fantastic program with amazing results. He makes the impossible seem easy. I wouldn't trust anyone else. He also takes the time to educate you how he is doing everything and makes nothing a mystery. For an age where excellence doesn't mean what it used to Ernie redefines the word. We feel like we've struck gold finding him!

I met Chris when wanting to view a specific house (the one I ended up buying!). Chris was great to…read morework with, had knowledge that I was seeking, and was happy to show me houses in the area. Chris was very helpful with arranging viewings as well as suggesting other properties in my price range to look at. He offered his advice as we were narrowing down choices and helped me to get the house I wanted at the best price. He offered resources as I needed an inspector as well as an attorney. I am very happy with all my interactions with Chris, as well as his recommendations, and would highly recommend him!

I hired Chris to represent me for both a real estate sale and purchase. Although I had a specific…read moreoutcome in mind, the situation ended up being more complex. I was glad to have Chris on my side. He was extremely responsive and his knowledge of the process helped us change course quickly when needed. I know that I won't need a real estate agent on call 24/7, but it's great that I know who to call next time I'm considering a transaction. I highly recommend Chris Gordon!