Sara is an absolute professional who goes above and beyond what can be expected from a Realtor! She…read morewas always so accommodating, even performing virtual showings when I couldn't be there in person, to promptly responding to all of my questions, calls, texts & emails. Through the whole home buying process she performed her job flawlessly and did everything in her power to make sure her counterparts were doing theirs. She also set me up with a fantastic attorney, who was just like her in work ethic, attention to detail and helpfulness. Once we were closed she also had some preferred moving companies to recommend. So grateful for everything Sara did for me to put me in the perfect home and make the process as smooth as possible. I wouldn't use anyone else in Chicago!

Working with Sara was a truly great experience. She was so quick, pleasant, and easy to work with…read more She answered all of our questions within an hour or less and was so positive and helpful. I will definitely be recommending Sara to friends and family looking for an apartment or future home!

Very knowledgeable and attentive to all of our needs! Lead us in the right direction for the…read moreperfect home for our family!

Simply put: Arlene is a LEGEND!…read more We were connected to Arlene via my mother, who is a KW agent in NV. We had previously worked with a different agent in IL for 2 month and immediately noticed Arlene was a cut above. From the start through closing (and even after), she has been extremely responsive, thorough, supportive (when needed), and a pleasure to work with. Be sure to ask her about the 360 Connect service, as it made utility switch/activation seamless & ultimately 1 less thing to worry about :) Arlene, thank you for making our home search & buying experience an enjoyable one!

I normally don't write a lot of negative reviews but Stan has given me no option and really gotten…read moreme to question the validity of reviews/ratings on Angie's List. On 6/13/2020, I put in a general request for quote for vinyl siding repair on Angie's List because we have a loose piece of siding on my house that is resulting in water intrusion at all levels. This was an acute problem that I needed to get addressed fairly quickly. Stan called me within minutes of my request for quotes. He was a sweet talker and espoused his old fashioned business sensibilities and told me to read all of his stellar reviews on Angie's List as they spoke to the quality of his work and the experience I'd have with him. He offered to come by that very afternoon and give me a quote on the spot (very savvy of him of him as it gave the advantage of being a first mover and got me to commit before others even had a chance to respond). He came by within two hours and I found him to be a very pleasing gentleman. He looked at my siding, and gave me what appeared to be a sound diagnosis. While he was out here, I asked him if he could quote on some other jobs including some tuckpointing work and a few other small things elsewhere on my home. He was more than happy to oblige. I asked him if he could email me a quote later. He responded by saying he was an old fashioned guy and didn't know how to do that stuff and it was his policy to provide a quote on the spot. So, he went to his car and gave me old fashioned hand written write up and quote for the work. The combined quote for all the jobs was $1800 and it was my fault for agreeing right away without waiting to get other quotes or offers. He asked me for 50% down right away which I wrote him a check for. Very dumb of me as I fell for the combination of the great reviews online (which he kept mentioning over and over), the fact that he seemed to be a pleasing guy with a lot of experience and his savviness of hitting me up right away before I had time to think through possibly going in another direction. He gave me a copy of my order and THEN told me he was backed up and that he'd have a crew out to do the tuckpointing in about 2 weeks and another crew out to do the siding in about 3 weeks. That was disappointing for me to hear given the acute problem I had with the siding and at that point I should have broken the deal off and looked elsewhere, but as rain wasn't in the forecast for the next 10 days or so, I figured it should be okay. A little over two weeks later on 6/28, I got a call on a Sunday night from a person saying they were coming the very next morning to do the tuckpointing work. While I had to rearrange my schedule, I was able to and a crew of 3 showed up the next morning to do the work. The crew showed up the next morning and had very little idea of what they were suppose to do. Stan hadn't really communicated to them the scope of work. Luckily the crew chief could speak English and we were able to communicate to her all of the work that needed to be done. The work they did overall was fine and I can't really complain very much as they took a half day to complete. On 7/16 (a little over a month after Stan came by), I realized that I hadn't heard from Stan or Royal at all and we had a few days of rain coming up so I decided to call. I called and left a detailed voicemail at Royal with my name, address and referenced the agreement I had made. Within about 5-10 minute Stan called me from another number. Even though I had left a detailed message, it seemed like he didn't know who I was or what I was calling about. This was quite alarming to me. I calmed down and explained it to Stan and gave him my address and recounted the work we had agreed to. He said he remember (!) and would send out a crew in the next few days and "get me on the calendar." A crew never came by. The work wasn't done. Almost a month later on 8/10 after an extraordinary Derecho storm in the Midwest - where I witnessed my siding flapping in the wind and we had water come into my home, I called Stan at Royal again and left an angry message. An exact replay of the exchange on 7/16 happened! Stan called me back and asked who I was and what I was calling about (despite the detailed message I had left minutes earlier). This time I had a short fuse and I demanded the work be taken care of or I be issued a refund. Stan assured me the work would be done within the week. It is now over a week later and no word from Stan and zero sign of any crew. I'm amazed at how irresponsible and unprofessional this is. For the life of me, I cannot understand how he has such great ratings from Angie's List and really calls into question if I should use Angie's List in the future to identify contractors. I now need to find a new contractor to do this work and look into any recourse I have to get a refund for the work not done by Stan and Royal Contractors. Stay away!

Our gutters were damaged from all the ice and the snow…read more Royal Construction has many good reviews on Angies List. Stan called quickly and all the work was done in a timely manner. We had all our gutters, soffit and fascia replaced, so far I am very pleased with the work and the service.

Margie came highly recommended as someone with extensive knowledge of the real estate market in…read moreHyde Park. She was always easy to get a hold of, a no bs kind of person, and incredibly helpful in walking me through the process as a first time home buyer. Margie didn't make me feel pressured to purchase above my price range like a previous realtor did and while I was hesitant at first to truly trust her, I felt like she was really just on my side the entire time. She's realistic about expectations and has her clients best interests. Even when she was away, she was very responsive at all times and made sure her associate, Benita, was easy to contact and tour places with me. I would 10/10 recommend her. Thank you, Margie and Benita!

The reverse mortgage was due because of the property owner's demise. The countdown to foreclosure…read morehad begun. Bitter winter weather was approaching rapidly. Several similar properties had been marketed for months, providing steep competition. To prepare for our listing, Margie applied her thoughtfulness and artistry and staged the property to emphasize its best attributes. She presented a well-qualified buyer to the Estate within a short time frame. This precluded foreclosure and left funds to begin the process of settling other debts of the Estate. Margie is ethical, experienced, gifted, and indefatigable. We look forward to working with her again, and we recommend her without reservation. Margie - thank you so much!!!!!

Lakia was super helpful in helping my roommate and I find a new apartment. Her communication and…read moreresponsiveness to our needs is unmatched! As her clients, we could tell how hard she works for and cares for her clients. I definitely look forward to working with her again on our next apartment hunt! 10/10 would recommend for your realtor needs! Thanks for all your help, Lakia!

Nadine is the best! She was my realtor when I purchased my home in 2018, and again last month when…read moreI sold this home. She is extremely knowledgeable about preparing homes for market, understands the South Loop real estate market, and negotiates fair offers. I would definitely use Nadine again and have referred her to neighbors.

Short Version: Working with Nadine to sell our South Loop…read moretownhome was an amazing experience! We've known her for years through open houses and community events, and her design, staging, and market knowledge always stood out. When it was time to sell, she handled everything--from recommending updates to managing contractors and overseeing every detail. Her marketing brought in serious buyers quickly, and we sold faster than expected at a great price. Nadine and her team were professional, communicative, and made the whole process smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend Nadine Ferrata if you're buying or selling in the South Loop! Long Story: Working with Nadine to sell our home was an absolute pleasure! Six years ago, when we were looking for townhomes in the South Loop, we met Nadine as a selling agent. She was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and we were impressed by her staging and design skills. Ever since we bought our first home, I've enjoyed following South Loop townhomes for sale, and Nadine's listings and remodels always stood out as beautifully done. Over the years, we would continue chatting with her at community events she hosted or during open houses in our complex--just to see how other units were designed and updated. Because of this, and her reputation as the Queen of South Loop Realty, we always knew that if we were ever going to sell our townhome, she would be one of our choices. Fast forward six years, and it was time to sell. We reached out to Nadine, and from our very first meeting, she impressed us with her professionalism, in-depth market knowledge, and dedication to getting the best outcome for us. She walked through our home and laid out a thoughtful plan for preparing it to sell, offering suggestions on remodeling and updates that would attract buyers. Nadine has an excellent sense of what today's buyers are looking for. She managed every detail of the updates--bringing in a general contractor and repairman, selecting flooring, tiles, lighting, and colors--and she oversaw the entire process to ensure it was done right. Nadine also had a list of interested clients ready before the listing even went live. She truly knows the South Loop market, and many realtors turn to her for exclusive opportunities. Nadine went above and beyond to position our home perfectly in the market. Her expert advice on design and pricing, combined with a strong marketing strategy, brought in serious buyers quickly. Thanks to her efforts, we sold our home faster than expected and at a fantastic price! Nadine and her team operated like a well-oiled machine--everything was smooth, streamlined, and communicated clearly. Throughout the process, Nadine kept us informed, was always available to answer questions, and made what could have been a stressful experience feel easy and even enjoyable. If you're looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and results-driven real estate professional, look no further than Nadine Ferrata. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy and sell their home.

Laura has helped me purchase two wonderful condos in the City, and she has also helped me to sell…read moreone. I can't imagine working with anyone else when it comes to Real Estate in Chicago. Laura is very professional and extremely easy to work with. Her knowledge of the city and her attitude are both outstanding. I highly recommend Laura for anyone looking to purchase or sell a home!

Great experience. It took me more than two years to conclude a decision to sell the property. Laura…read moreis so patient and supportive during that time without pushing me, which make me decide to retain her after interviewed 20+ agents. She is not those agents, who follow sellers unrealistic idea or whim. Laura has strong principle and professional opinion and she will explain those in details to the seller. She has been in the local real estate market for almost 4 decades with enormous experience. why don't you just relax and listen to her expertise. she will get you the result you want. Also Becca is very responsive and quick, no slouch. The two ladies work together so well. golden team!

Santiago Valdez was a dream realtor from Day 1...he responded to all my wants and needs…read moreimmediately. He always followed up and kept me informed. The entire process for selling my 1-bedroom condo was seamless and faster than I anticipated. Santiago was completely trustworthy and reliable. I highly recommend Santiago Valdez!

Santiago and Elizabeth have always been a tremendous resource for me with the real estate industry…read more Their knowledge of the investment side is beyond 99.9% of the agents out there. Plus, they practice what they preach! Thank you both, as always!