Wow, where do I even begin with Dominic Irpino and Irpino Real Estate? Have you ever wished you had a brother or close friend that happened to also be a realtor? If so, Dominic is your guy - talk to him ASAP. My experience with Dominic started back in December of 2019 - Dominic's office is right along my daily walk to the red line, so with a desire to keep my business local, I reached out to Dominic for more of an introduction/informational meeting. I made pretty clear to Dominic that I didn't intend to actually buy a home for another 2-3 years, but I wanted to learn more about the process and start preparing for it in advance. Dominic said that was perfectly fine and hosted me for a 2-3 hour, zero pressure meeting at his office to outline the steps involved, go over what I was looking for in a condo, and set up MLS alerts according to my specifications. Additionally, as part of that meeting he coached me up on how to do a little "forensic" work to weed out properties via the MLS alerts so that you don't need to actually visit a place to find out it isn't a good fit. I was immediately impressed that Dominic gave me 2-3 hours out of his busy day to walk me through the process without the possibility of realizing a commission on his efforts anytime soon - walking out of his office that day, I wasn't sure when I'd be in the market, but new I'd go with Dominic when the time became right to buy. Fast forward to May of 2020, with a big drop in interest rates and a new job, I decided to fast track my search with the hopes of landing a new condo by the end of the summer. At the time, I was spending the month of May at my parents place due to the pandemic, so Dominic made himself available via Zoom calls multiple times to go over my revised requirements and give me an update on how the market was functioning amidst the COVID pandemic. While browsing properties at my parents place, I made a list of properties to visit with Dominic once I got back to the city and my first full day back Dominic and I visited 6 or 7 places. As an added benefit, Dominic took COVID precautions extremely seriously, including wearing a mask an all times, providing hand sanitizer after every property, and insisting upon handling/opening doors, so that I wouldn't have to touch anything. As an accounting/finance professional, I'm pretty well versed with the financial/tax benefits/implications of purchasing real estate, however, where I really found Dominic valuable is guiding me through the emotional roller coaster of viewing properties - I found his various analogies (red/blue water) and benchmarks for how you should feel after 15 minutes, next morning, one week, etc. after viewing a property you like to be incredibly helpful. After seeing a property I LOVED on our first night out, per Dominic's advice, I slept on it and the next day called Dominic to let him know that I still felt exactly the same about the property and wanted to make an offer on it. From there on out, Dominic expertly handled pretty much every aspect the closing process including negotiating with the seller, executing the purchase/sale contract, hiring an attorney, performing an inspection, obtaining financing, and every step thereafter until we closed. As a first time homebuyer, Dominic did a great job of managing expectations in advance in order to keep emotions in check throughout the process. Finally, as a HUGE help, Dominic has existing relationships with a number of real estate professionals (e.g., inspector, attorney, mortgage lender, etc.) he was able to recommend on a zero pressure basis, which was a big advantage for a first-time buyer in that I didn't have to independently search them out and Dominic had already had a favorable track record with each of them. All in all, I couldn't be happier with my new home or my experience with Dominic - I truly felt that I was being advised by an older brother whose only interest was finding me my dream home. I'm not sure I could reasonably expect to have a similar experience with another realtor or at a larger shop. As an added benefit, in addition to an awesome condo, I've gained a great friend and look forward to seeing much more of Dominic in the years to come. When the time comes to upgrade or sell my condo, Dominic Irpino will be the first person I call! read more

I want to start of saying I have never written a review on this site or any site for that matter as I am not the type of person to waste time commenting on bad experiences and on the other spectrum I have never been blown away by anyone where I felt the need to write a positive one either. However................... .....that all changed when my wife and I hired Dominic as our realtor! He is by far the best realtor we could have hoped for. We actually first met Dominic at a Cubs game where we were introduced by mutual friends. In that little amount of time he made quite the impression on us both as he was in all honesty one of the nicest guys we had ever met. Fast forward a couple weeks later, we were beginning the start of the home buying process and our mutual friend recommended Dominic (We didn't know he was a realtor the first time we met). We set up an appointment to meet at his office so he could introduce "business" Dominic (same guy, but dressed a little nicer than at the ball game) and go over his firm's vision/outlook on the home buying process and how they implemented it. Their approach to the home buying process was very impressive and was exactly what we were looking for. At that meeting I also discussed with Dominic my apprehension on the overall home buying process, based on my past experience from a home purchase (my first and only) that was less than ideal. Let's just say instead of tears of joy when I was handed the keys I had tears of regret. Dominic reassured me and promised that I would have a completely different feeling this time when I was handed the keys.......And he was right!!! Dominic is very thorough, knowledgeable, and caring.( Bonus- he used to be a contractor so he can point out things and answer questions most realtors wouldn't know about the property).He prepares you for the ebbs and flows of the home buying process and is there to guide you through it. He is also always available if you have any questions or just need someone to talk you down from the ledge (which he did for me numerous times). But most important is that we were treated like family and he always made our best interest his #1 priority. He never pushed us into a house or pressured us into picking something quickly just so he could get a commission. In fact he "talked" us out of a couple houses because he knew it wasn't a right fit for us. And of course he was right, and we finally did find "the house" and are so excited to raise our children in. Also even though the next step of the process (after offer accepted) had less need for realtor interaction (Mortgage, lender, Title Company, attorney review etc...) he was still in constant communication through this process. Well, we finally closed on our house last week and just as Dominic promised I did have a completely different feeling and emotion when I was handed the keys.... and couldn't be happier! We also wouldn't have gotten to this point without him and we are grateful Dominic was with us every step of the way. Lastly, we gained a really good friend and someone we can reach out to for guidance as we trust and value his input and feedback. So if you are looking for someone to just help you buy "A" house then you can choose any realtor however if you are looking for someone to be a champion for you to find "YOUR" house and someone who always puts your best interest first, then you won't find anyone better than Dominic. FYI- If you do make the correct decision and hire Dominic.....The answer to your questions is YES.....He really is that nice and genuine all the time (as that truly is Dominic and not just an act) read more

Where do I begin? To say this realty company and the owner and his team are wonderful is truly an understatement. I really am not a person that usually does reviews, but this company and team so deserve an outstanding review. My daughter Nicole and I never would use another realty company for any future sales with any other company. I was lucky to get connected to this group through my daughter who did some graphic work for Dominic Irpino, the owner of this business. A chance connection, but in hindsight, I realize this was meant to be. They just sold a home for me that I grew up in and my parents (who passed away} owned since 1955. They handled every detail so well and with care, but above and beyond that, they do everything with their clients like you are their family. They are mindful and truly take you through every step. It is evident that this team of people is not in this just to make a living, this is a life and a passion. They care about people and they elevate buying and selling on a whole different level. They do this with care and lifting up communities the property is in. They make it a point to know all about the area and details of the communities they sell and buy in. They even lift up and support other businesses in the communities. They recently went to a new local independently owned Chicago candle shop to promote this business. These types of connections and caring make them a truly niche business in the realty industry and business. Through the whole process of selling my parent's home I never felt alone and I felt supported and guided. They celebrate all the steps of the process as you go along. We will definitely share this company with others with ardent support for this business and how they care and make communities and people feel cared for and like family. This is the way businesses should be, this is the way teams should work. And one last add in, the owner - Dominic Irpino - treats his staff like family and is a thankful caring person and makes sure the whole team is appreciated through the process as well. What a wonderful thing to see in this world - thank you Dominic, Jenny, Josef, Elle, and the rest of the Irpino Team for everything! It is not only your business that is wonderful, each of you is!! Side note: Dominic Irpino has a construction company as well and I look forward to doing some remodeling on my house in the future and hiring them to do it. They congratulated me on the sale of my home and I congratulate them on a wonderful journey they helped Nicole and I through. It was hard and bittersweet to let go of this property, but I needed to and they made this journey a wonderful experience. My daughter and I appreciate each of the Irpino Realty Team!! Thanks so much! read more

I have known Dominic for a number of years. His construction company did extensive renovations on my home in Lakeview back in 2011, and they did a fantastic job. In late 2016, my wife and I decided to sell that home and buy something slightly bigger in Ravenswood. We didn't hesitate and turned, again, to Dominic, this time wearing his Realtor hat. Let me jump to the bottom line, and then I'll go back and fill in details: HE HAD MY HOUSE UNDER CONTRACT IN 10 HOURS. And for just slightly under the asking price. Drop the microphone. He did an amazing job helping us price the house correctly and getting it ready for market. He advised us what we should repair or paint, and, equally important, what wasn't necessary to do. He brought in this incredible photographer, who uses some special process, so the photos in the listing were beautiful and clear and had real depth to them. He created a slick brochure, and he scheduled an open house. The house was under contract the day the MLS listing went active, and two days before the open house. I am 100% certain that this is a direct result of the advice that Dominic gave us, and the way the house showed in the photos. Beyond the mechanics of handling the listing and the sale, Dominic is just a wonderful person. He is so genuine, it's almost alarming. It is readily evident that he loves what he does, that you will be proud to have him serving as your agent, that he will absolutely and without any doubt do right by you. No games, no tricks, no salesmanship. Candor and sincerity. And he's pretty funny, too. As for the flip side of the transaction, Dominic represented us as buyers when we located the new house. We couldn't find one we liked in the existing inventory, but he noticed a home under construction. He contacted the builders, scheduled a visit, and we came to look, and fell in love. Dominic handled everything from that point forward, to negotiating the price, working with the builder on the finishing of the house, dealing with various subcontractors that we brought in to do special projects, finding us a lender who we loved, finding us a real estate attorney who we loved, even helping make selections on things. Remember: Dominic also has a construction company, so he could look at the house while being built and give us a perspective on the quality of construction that no ordinary Realtor could. Anyway, long story short: we closed the same day we sold our Lakeview house, moved right in, and couldn't be happier. Now, AFTER the sale, meaning AFTER he's already received his commission, Dominic continues to work tirelessly with the builder on completion of punch list items. What more could you ask for? Five stars are not enough, I promise you. read more

My mortgage loan consultant, Henry Gomez, and Dominic had previously worked together on several occasions. When Henry suggested we bring Dominic into my home buying process, I didn't hesitate to say yes because I trusted Henry. Looking back now, I'm grateful Henry suggested Dominic and his team. The timeline of purchasing my home had to be a rather quick one because my family and I were living with extended family due to issues with our then-apartment. Add to that, I was also a first time home-buyer, I was traveling to different states on a weekly basis for work, and had to also full time parent my 7 year old who was entering 2nd grade. When Henry referred me to Dominic, we had a phone call scheduled within days. We spoke and immediately had a showing for a home in the neighborhood my family and I were looking for. I'm glad we had the opportunity to look at that property and felt very reassured when Dominic would tell me that this was just the first home and that it helped us get a sense of what we were looking for. The next few days, we scheduled over 5 home showings in one day because I was going to be out for a week for work. Dominic and his team not only made that possible, but Dominic went with my family and I to each showing. We had sent him a list of homes we wanted to see and he arranged for all of them to be shown. The last home, however, was one he thought would be a good match for our needs. At first I was hesitant because it was a little farther than what I wanted in a neighborhood, but when we walked in, I felt really good about the property. My father, a construction worker, was also excited at the possibilities of the home. We left the showing really considering this property. Dominic gave us the space we needed to discuss and after that weekend, we were ready to go through the process of purchasing that home. I could not have asked for a better realtor and overall advocate for us during this process. Dominic was always available to answer questions and never made me feel inadequate for asking, what I felt, were basic questions (even when sometimes I would ask him to explain things all over again!). He checked in on us whenever he could to make sure we were okay and also helped find solutions to any questions or hiccups that happened along the way. Having him on my home buying team made the closing day that much more memorable. Along with Henry, I will continue to refer my family and friends to Dominic because I know he will look out for their best interests and help make buying a home a much smoother process. read more

After 9 years in our River North condo it was time for my wife and I to upgrade to a bigger home. Now the question is where are we going to find our new home and who can we put our "trust" in consulting us with all the important variables that go into buying a new home? The answer was Irpino Real-estate!! Dominic is absolutely incredible. So where do I start without sounding like I now work for the company??!! I truly want to provide any future buyers /sellers with info that will help what I think is one of the top 3 stressful life experience that one goes thru. Dominic clearly knows his business and has years of experience to prove that. But let's start with the first meeting we had with Dominic so he can understand our needs. This sound pretty basic and all realtors do this and must do this right? Well, do they really listen and truly understand what you WANT?? Or do they already have your home picked out for you in the inventory they know to make their commission? Well not with Dominic as I could not believe the detail we went into and how much I learned when I already thought I knew everything. What also impressed me in our search was how much Dominic remembered every detail of what our needs where. (Even the smallest little details from my wife!!) Next important factor was that Dominic made us feel like we were his only clients. I know sounds cliché but never did he rush us or focus on anything but or search for our new home. It doesn't stop there. As we looked at homes that were of interest there is always something that you know that you would want to change or add to the home right? Well fortunately for us Dominic owns a construction company as well and right on the spot had the knowledge of letting us know what it would take to make certain changes. (Details and even costs that actually where within 10% of actual cost we eventually shelled out) So next we found our home and ready to make an offer. This is the next most important aspect you need to make sure you have a "rock star" as your realtor. You need someone who understands where the market is at and what that home is truly worth. Then you need this person to have great negotiating skills to get you the best price. Dominic exceeded in all the above!! He made the whole experience so less stressful than any of my experiences in the past. And oh, by the way..... Got us an incredible deal. Without a doubt you must at least look into Irpino Real-Estate and at least meet with Dominic as I guarantee this is the right guy for you!! read more

I am not sure to speak of Dominic as my realtor or as a new friend of the family, who happens to be an awesome realtor. I was a first-time home buyer so I had no idea of what to expect. There was a point during my search where I was getting completely discouraged and was ready to just quit and continue renting for another year. Dominic, being the voice of reason and calm that he always is, called me immediately, met me after work on a Friday evening, and re-strategized my search. Dominic is a genuinely good person, whose passion for his business and people is clearly apparent in his personality. Dominic was very honest with me, in that, he was not very familiar with the neighborhood that I wanted to live in. So when we went to viewings, Dominic drove the surrounding areas and talked to neighbors in order to get a good feel of the area. Dominic did not pressure me into putting in an offer on a home that I and he did not feel was a good fit for me and my daughter. Dominic helped me find my ideal home and negotiated a price that I was absolutely pleased with. Mind you, my deal was not an easy deal to complete as it was a foreclosure, i.e. very slow process, not good for a person with little to no patience such as me. Nevertheless, Dominic contacted me daily with updates, even if it was just to say that he had not gotten any updates. Through Dominic's tenacity the deal finally got cleared by the end of my rental lease, as he had promised. I have to emphasize friend of the family because Dominic literally met my entire family and they all love him. Dominic understood that I was a first-time home buyer and very family-oriented, therefore, my family's input was very important to me. He not only spoke to me but also my young daughter when we were at viewings. When I finally decided on a home, Dominic also accommodated this need by scheduling a viewing, so that, my parents, who live in another state, could see the home. In fact, my dad had gotten very sick shortly after I had put in an offer. This enabled me from being in Chicago for about a month, not good when trying to buy a home. Dominic told me to go home to be with my family and he would handle my deal and keep me updated. Once I received my closing date, I was afraid to go to the table without the support of my dad. My mom said, "If Dominic will be there, then you will be just fine." She could not have been anymore right! read more

We heard about Dominic and Irpino Real Estate from a few friends that have worked with them and decided to give him a call. We hit it off from our phone call and he invited my Wife and I to come and meet him at his Office...he also encouraged us to bring our children as he loves kids and it was helpful as we did not need to hire a babysitter. We had thought about hiring another realtor someone recommended as they spoke Polish and my wife felt that would be best as she speaks English however is more fluent in Polish. We met with Dominic and shortly after stepping into his Office we knew that Dominic and his Team were who we wanted to work with. I thought there might be some hesitation from my wife in lieu of a realtor that was fluent in Polish, however she loved him as did our children and was 100% with our decision to hire him. Dominic went over what we were looking for in our new home and also got to know us as he was very personable and it felt like 'more' than the purchase of our next home and more like a relationship. He spent almost two hours with us that evening as we had a lot of questions. When finished that evening, Dominic set up a custom search for us based on our needs and the areas we were interested in. We went out the next weekend and found the home of our dreams. We told Dominic that we wanted that house and that is was perfect for us. He told us not to worry as he would make it happen and well....he DID. He hit it off with the other realtor and negotiated our deal the same day! One of the many things we appreciated about Dominic was that he was there for us from start to finish, answered any questions we had, and continued to call us to check in on us througout. He was there at the closing and was the rock star as everyone loves Dominic. Other than being a great realtor he also has a great personality and is very funny J. I have never written a review before however felt that I needed to as myself and my family love Dominic and what he did for us. We love our home and my kids still ask about him. With Dominic and Irpino Real Estate we got much more than a Realtor...we gained a friend of our family. We tell all of our friends and family about him and they have been fortunate enough to have been helped by him as well. We highly recommend them every chance we get and if you are in need of a great Realtor...CALL him..you will be glad you did. read more

We've used Irpino real estate, Dom, for now both buying and selling. First on the him representing us for purchasing We came to Dom with a place we wanted, and he found 3 places that were similar for us to look at, just to make sure we were confident that we liked the place we originally contacted him for. Most realtors we found simply wanted us to "browse through listings and let them know what we wanted to look at". Dom spends additional time and went out of his way to make sure we were making the right decision. Next his analysis of the property helped us with an offer price. The sellers in this situation were unreasonable, at many times through the process we assumed it wasn't going to go through. Because of Dom, he didn't let it fall through, he forced constant communication from the selling realtor despite, to quote the selling attorney "I don't think my client knew it was illegal for them to sell" (there were multiple tax leans, which was one of the many issues the sellers had, they were complete scatterbrains and had unrealistic expectations). After our purchase, he still helped us. He had great recommendations and connections with every type of home improvement company we could ever want and saved a lot of money redoing parts of our new condo. When it came to selling, we came to him as we weren't even sure if he did selling in the suburbs, and we were amazed by our results. He did an assessment of the location, gave recommendations on all the changes we should make and finally itemized them so we decided which ones he would find someone to take care of and which ones we would do ourselves. This was 1st class project management!!! We had 3 numbers- a number we wanted as a bottom to walk away with, a middle we thought we were going to get, and a high number which was our "there's no way it will sell for this, but that's what we'd love". We listed for the middle number, and within 6 hours Dom had our place under contract for the high "pie in the sky" number. It went for that price all because of the investment Dom encouraged us to do, and the investment his team puts in with listing. After buying with Dom, we started recommending him to all our friends. After selling with Dom, we tell people you're simply throwing money away by not using him. I truly wish I could find a guy like Dom and a company like Irpino for every life project I take on. Use him. read more

TL;DR: this is the team you want on your side when planning your real estate needs. Dominic, Cassie and the whole IRPINO team worked in tandem to help make our first home purchase feel safe, supportive, and exciting! We are a young couple with a modest budget for our first home, so I didn't expect to get the enthusiastic support from a boutique real estate company--but when Dominic tells you he runs a family business he means it. We heard about Dominic through our lender, Henry and he told us Dominic loved working with first time homebuyers. From our first 2 hour zoom, Dominic took thorough notes and helped us set up a home search that would send us homes within our preferences and budget. At every home viewing he took the time to share insight on properties--from the busyness of a street to the finishes on stair railings--he wanted us to feel safe and informed throughout the whole process. We were under contract quickly, and the every step of the way Dominic and Cassie worked with us through any questions or hiccups throughout the process. They were patient and diligent at communicating with our sellers' team, who was challenging to communicate with. At least weekly after we were under contract we could expect a call from Dominic checking in in case we had any questions, and following up (and through!) with the sort of small hiccups that happen through attorney review heading up to closing. About two months to the first time we met with Dominic we closed on our first home, and while we're exhausted from moving and basically live at hardware stores as we move through projects, we couldn't be happier that we went with The IRPINO team! I am the daughter of long-time realtors in Georgia, and I know of the horror stories that can happen when a broker is more interested in a sale than your well-being. I was honestly expecting to get just okay service given our budget, but what we got instead was a team that was really rooting for us to be in the best home and neighborhood for our family. And that's what we got! We don't expect to buy another home for quite a few years, but we do look forward to sending anyone we know buying or selling over to Dominic + team! And when the time comes we know who we'll be calling to help with our next home, because we're IRPINO lifers! So if you've read this far, what're you waiting for?? read more

When it was time for us to purchase our forever home, we couldn't see doing it with anyone else except Dom and his team. From the beginning, Dom took time to discuss our needs vs. wishes, and made us feel comfortable and valued at all times. Even though we had tentatively decided to build, Dom didn't stop searching the market. He would still send us updates on homes that met our criteria (as time was a key issue as we were still in the city and the anxiety level increased with every day). On a whim, he scheduled a showing for a home that wasn't even on our radar - we had very low expectations and were sure we still wanted to build - until we walked into this house. Within 12 hours, we were back at the house so the entire family could assess and sure enough, we fell in love. With multiple offers on the house, Dom and his team worked furiously to ensure that our offer would win - it did. We also used Dominic and his team to help us sell our city condo. The market was challenging when we listed with the riots and uncertainty in the city so we were already anxious. Dom held weekly open houses, printed beautiful marketing materials, had top notch marketing for the unit, and did everything in his and his team's power to promote our unit. Ultimately, we decided to do some minor cosmetic upgrades to our unit - enter Irpino Construction. We discussed the updates we wanted, settled on a budget, and Dom and his team did the rest. We got frequent updates as demo happened, and new tile was installed so we felt confident that everything was moving according to schedule. The team even updated items that we hadn't discussed, which completely changed the vibe of the unit and made it look even more glamorous that we had originally imagined. You could tell that thought and care went into every step of the work. When we relisted we got multiple showing requests within HOURS and ultimately were under contract in ONE DAY. If you want a broker that is attentive, detail oriented, HONEST, and determined to work FOR YOU - you need to look at Irpino Real Estate Group. You will feel heard, valued, and find the home of your dreams. read more

Stop searching for a Realtor!  If you have come across this write-up in hopes of finding someone that is going to be on your side and have your best interest in mind throughout the Real Estate buying or selling process, you have found your guy.  We could not have been happier with Dominic Irpino (along with his entire team) throughout our selling process this year.  Within minutes of our initial conversation, I knew that Dominic was going to be the person who would take us through the sale of our condo.  I met many other realtors prior to him that "just wanted to sell our condo and make their part of the pie as quickly as possible."  Don't get me wrong, Dominic is going to sell your property as quickly as possible but along that journey you are going to experience what it means to work with a trusting, knowledgeable and genuinely exceptional human being.  After our initial 'get to know each other' conversation with Dominic, he spent a great deal of time educating me by reviewing the listing photos of properties (there were hundreds of pics!) in the area that either recently sold or were currently on the market.  He highlighted many of the things buyers are looking for (given the current state of the market) as well as what sometimes buyers may shy away from.  All of this really put things in perspective as well as identified a few key things that we could do to get our condo ready to sell.  Dominic and his team helped with getting things ready to go and making sure we were comfortable and informed every step of the way.  I never felt an ounce of pressure from Dominic and I think that says a whole lot about his character, his way of doing business, and just how good he is at what he does!  All along the journey, I always felt like Dominic was this long time friend of mine that just wanted to ensure I succeeded.  I know when you decide to pick Dominic as your realtor you will have the same great experience that we did.  He is a genuine person at heart and truly builds lasting relationships with his clients. read more

My husband and I worked with Dominic and his team to buy our first home and couldn't ask for a better experience. We actually met with another realtor besides Dominic when were were searching for one to work with. What makes Dominic different is that he treated us like humans versus other big box realtor made us feel like just a number (transactional). Dominic took the time to get to know us, our family, what our lifestyle is so that he can help find the perfect house for us. In this crazy market, it's easy to get lost and just settle. And Dominic kept us on track! From the initial conversation to closing, every single step was smooth. And our situation was NOT an easy one, so for it to be smooth says a lot about how Dominic and his team operates. We were first time home buyers, purchased a house from across the country (never saw it in person), and had his team driving far out into the Chicago suburbs to look at houses for us. To top off the tall order we had, we were working with the VA loan in an unprecedented challenging and competitive market. And we didn't have a gigantic budget. No matter how tough it got, Dominic kept us going. He's SMART and knows the market like the back of his hand. He is honest and will look out for you. TRUSTWORTHY! I mean we bought the house without seeing it in person! He didn't let us down, was on top of every detail (inspection, appraisal...EVERYTHING!), and was there for us every single step of the way! Real estate isn't Dominic's only talent. He has great knowledge on construction, renovation, etc., which was all very helpful in certain decision making. We met a few other members from his team as well. And literally EVERYONE from IRPINO is amazing! Dominic and his entire team made us feel like a million buck even though we didn't have a million to spend! Not only did we get the best experience with Dominic and his team, we got the perfect house for us in what seemed like an impossible market! read more

I contacted Dominic upon the recommendation of a friend when I was looking to buy my first condo. Right from the start, he was friendly, professional and informative. During our consultation he walked me through some listings and taught me how to evaluate dimensions and monthly costs to get a sense of how much I could afford. He helped figure out the best timeline to try to buy based on the activity in the market and on when I finished my apartment lease. After I hired him, he took me on showings three times in one month. Anytime I was ready with another set of properties, he made time in his schedule to drive me around. He checked in with me week to week to make sure I wasn't freaking out and to answer whatever questions I had. He told me about each neighborhood we visited and his impressions on how property values were moving. He talked me out of making an offer on a place I adored because he knew the commute to the train was too far and would take me through an unsafe area. He calmed me down when I panicked and made an offer on a place before I was ready, and encouraged me when I said I wanted to withdraw it. I'm not rich and I wasn't buying an expensive place. He was not doing all this work for some great commission. He did it because he cares about his job and his clients and wants to make sure they're happy and confident with the process. He walked me through the entire process and told me exactly what I needed to do when--a great comfort to someone doing this on her own and for the first time. Even after his job was done, he continued to check in to make sure I was still feeling good about it. Within a month, I'd found a condo and had my offer accepted. I just closed on my new place and I adore it. Dominic and his assistant, Winta, are absolutely wonderful and I'm so grateful I found them and worked with them. I'd absolutely recommend Dominic and his team. They are real pros. read more

Dominic and his team were so helpful and accommodating during the process of selling our home. Dominic met with us in person, showed us comparable listings in the area to help us see and clearly understand what we're competing against, how our unit stacks up against other similar units currently on the market, what buyers are looking for, what is selling vs what isn't selling, and why. He meticulously went over the things we needed to do to our unit after having done nothing to it for the 18+ years we lived there (Green and yellow painted rooms aren't in style these days, and neither was that 5 foot by 8 foot mirror in the bathroom - Who knew?). He made recommendations, guided us, and allowed us to make our own decisions. We moved out of our home and out of Chicago first, then started to work our plan to get our home ready to sell. Dominic and his team were with us every single step of the way. Dominic made several trips to our home with iPad in hand, showing us video of the contractor's progress while he walked through our unit, while we were enjoying our new home and life out of state. He was not only our realtor, but our contact "on the ground" in Chicago to help us manage getting our home ready and then sold, all while we were 1,200 miles away. We listened to Dominic, put our trust in him and his team, then sat back and let them do their thing. Our home sold, and we were able to continue our journey in a new part of the country, thanks to Dominic and his team. It was a first class experience with great results. That's what happens when you work with the best. Everyone on the team made us feel special with the way they responded, communicated, and handled every little detail from first phone call to the closing. Awesome job IRPINO Real Estate!!! If you're thinking of buying or selling your home, give Dominic a call. You'll be glad you did. read more

Ironically, we first met Dominic several years ago during the renovation of our guest bathroom. Dominic and Jaime were by far the best contractors we worked with throughout the renovation of our home (both in terms of communication and in quality of work) so we decided to reach out to Dominic again to help out with a few projects as we prepared to sell our home. During our initial consultation, Dominic mentioned that he also owned his own real estate firm and generously provided his perspective on some of the updates in our home that would get the most bang for our buck. Although we weren't planning on seriously looking for a new home until next year, we were impressed by Dominic's extensive knowledge and background in both real estate and construction which was the perfect fit for us given that we were interested in older, classic homes that would require some renovation. Fast forward a few weeks when we stumbled across our dream home and immediately reached out to Dominic. Even though we had gone through the home buying process before, we were astounded by the level of involvement, communication, and care Dominic took in making sure we were well-informed of every step of the process. He took the time to truly listen to what we were looking for and gave us so much valuable insight into all the things we should take into consideration for our home. At first, we thought that Dominic was being so generous with his time because we had worked with him previously but based on all these reviews, it's clear Dominic treats ALL his clients with the same level of attentiveness, care, and compassion. When Dominic says that his clients are family, he means it! We're so thrilled we met Dominic and his team and can honestly say that we've found a friend and realtor for life. read more

My experience with IRPINO Real Estate in selling my condo was nothing short of exceptional. Dominic and his dedicated team helped me navigate the complexities of my first Chicago real estate sale with ease, making what could have been an overwhelming process a very manageable transaction. As a first-time seller, I naturally had a myriad of questions. The IRPINO team not only patiently provided clear answers but also demonstrated a sympathetic understanding of the anxieties that come with selling property for the first time. Their hands-on approach was evident in every aspect of the sale. From allowing me to creatively use my own furniture and decor to stage the home, to offering the comfort of their office space during showings, they went above and beyond to make the process comfortable with a personal touch. Their guidance in selecting a seasoned attorney and reassurance during those potentially stressful moments, (waiting on lenders and buyers and all the various time-consuming interactions) was invaluable. The team's meticulous organization and creativity shone through in the seamless scheduling of showings, allowing ample time for me and my dogs to vacate the premises, well-written social media marketing, amazing photographs and interactive walk-through 3D images for the online presence. Every interaction was handled with utmost professionalism, yet I always felt like I was more than just a client - almost like family. Choosing IRPINO Real Estate was the best decision for my sale in Buena Park. Their deep knowledge of Chicago, the local market, and their exceptional ability to guide a first-time seller like myself through a successful and profitable transaction, earns them my highest recommendation. read more

Dominic, Cassie, and the team at Irpino Real Estate never cease to amaze me. Like many, spending a year working from home in a small 2BR/1BA condo, with a 4-year-old made it painfully obvious that we were a bit short on space. After a wonderful experience with Dominic many years ago, we reached out an expressed our interest in making a move. We met with Dominic to establish our goals for a new home and then started searching. There were countless private showings, open houses, and attempted viewings all ending in, "sorry the seller has already accepted an offer." Dominic continued to reassure us that although the market was extremely hot, that the right house would come along. He coached us through strategies and kept us calm and focused when things were feeling hopeless. Eventually, the right place did come along. Dominic had come across a seller that had a 3br/2ba unit that checked off almost all of our boxes and he was able to arrange us to go under contract before the seller listed. We ended up getting the place for a very fair price, especially in this market. At the end of the day, we have had a variety of experience with Dominic's team from hot markets, cold markets, first homes, and interior renovations. The one constant through all of this has been Dominic's unwavering dedication, professionalism, and kindness. He truly is one of the people that the world is blessed to have - and he has managed to surround himself with a team of like-minded individuals. Without a doubt of hesitation, my wife and I recommend Dominic and Irpino Real Estate no matter the market, the number of times you have been through the process, or what your goals are. read more

To say that working with Dominic Irpino and his Brokerage team was an absolute pleasure would be a devastating understatement. Business is business... But with Dominic and his team, it is so much more. Not only is Dominic a master in his field, knowing the insides and outs of every step of the process, but he is a passionate advocate for his clients, a genuinely kind professional, and a downright standup guy to work with. We personally have chosen to work with Dominic now twice- the first time being an unprecedented and successful experience, and the next time, somehow even surpassing the first in efficiency, satisfaction, and standard. There is NOTHING about this experience that was not up to par, and in fact, everything regarding Dominic and his team could be deemed as "Albatross". Dominic listens to the needs, wants, and even silly requests his clients may have, while elloquently meeting each request and purposfully leading his client to their dreams. With Dominic you don't just get the best realtor in Chicago (there is a reason why he is consistently ranked as one of Chicago's best realtors), but you get someone who takes the time to understand your thought process, makes sure you feel comfortable thoroughly, and becomes a true friend. We would not only recommend Dominic and his Brokerage to friends, family members, and loved ones, but every person should be so lucky as to work with such a team. Cheers to this team, and their amazing leader. We are clients for life! Thank you so much Dominic for everything you do! Love Brad and Rosie read more