From our first meeting we knew it would go well, when he went out of his way to quickly come over when time was short for our family due to pending travel, including coming prepared with his initial set of marketing ideas (we used a couple, but we knew we had fantastic ideas in reserve from that meeting), and his friendliness with my older parents and me (mid-40's). Scotty prepped our family for how the process would work, was sensitive during a time of family pain, and ultimately drove the process for us while we were five states away from the property. He coordinated all activities with our condo board, the neighbors, and ultimately the title team and lawyers. He understood the features and benefits of our property, created custom posters, ensured media had examples of the history of our property, and monitored the visits to the property (including checking in on the property site regularly to ensure it was in good shape / clean). Scotty quickly responded to questions with facts and ideas, and nudged us when needed to keep the process moving. He was an excellent sounding board for months for our family, regardless of the minutiae we asked, or the additional work it would cause him. We chose a "maximize price" approach, and he EXECUTED!! During the closing activities, he even went out of his way to assist in identifying how to handle our transition and packing. My mother and wife both walked away with confidence in this strong real estate broker / agent. Thank you to Sarasota Bay Real Estate and Scotty Ledford!! "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/fl/sarasota/sarasota-bay-real-estate-pa-reviews-8101609.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Maid Brigade","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Abhay P."},"reviewBody":"Maid Brigade is a real deal. We bought their deep cleaning service and are very happy with the results. The cleaning crew were very professional and thorough in their cleaning. I would strongly recommend them for house cleaning."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/rolling-meadows/maid-brigade-reviews-413451.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Pickard Group-REMAX Suburban","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"James K."},"reviewBody":"Sue and her team were very professional and extremely patient with us. It took 4 1/2 months to find the best home, and through it all Sue never gave up on us. She was always good spirited, prompt at each showing, and helpful in seeing the pluses and negatives of each home we visited. Sue also knows the real estate business inside out, and could allay all my fears when the road was bumpy. Best real estate agent I've ever used."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/arlington-heights/pickard-group-remax-suburban-reviews-2004166.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Scott Fuhrman","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Michael N."},"reviewBody":"Scott was extremely reliable and worked, mostly autonomously, within a reasonable time-frame even when he was busy with other projects. I am an out-of-town landlord and we used a lockbox for access. Having had experience in the real estate biz himself he was mindful of expenses and efficient with the cost of materials. Always great work with some creative, cost-effective solutions to some issues that would've cost far more money. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/in/fort-wayne/scott-fuhrman-reviews-6528327.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Ray Ehlert","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Donna R."},"reviewBody":"Ray Ehlert is a professional full time real estate agent who exceeded my highest expectations. Because this is his career and not a part-time job, Ray was available to research and preview properties which met my criteria. I never saw one condo that made me wonder ?why did he show me that?. He was very pro-active in contacting me as properties came on the marketplace, and made himself available for showings on my lunch hour and after work as well as on weekends. He is friendly and personable, and I was very comfortable spending long periods of time traveling and viewing properties with him. Very knowledgeable about the market, Ray listened to my feedback and never tried to convince me that I ?should? buy any particular property. He returned phone calls and emails promptly ? I never had to hunt him down. I was extremely pleased with the real estate attorney and home inspector he recommended ? not pushed ? to me. He is also a fair and tough negotiator. This is my first home purchase and I could not have worked with a better agent. If you are looking for someone who is responsive, knowledgeable, friendly and a great negotiator contact Ray today."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/arlington-heights/ray-ehlert-reviews-2678587.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Mordini General Contracting","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Gordon A."},"reviewBody":"Tom and his #1 employee Ron with Mordini General Contracting along with our realtor Mary Pat L. with Baird Warner real estate (Glenview IL office) came up with this selling idea. Tom came in under his professional guess. We decided to have him do the job on a time & material base which we trusted him explicitly to be honest and NOT take advantage of us. To date two potential buyers REALLY liked the idea the said it helped them visualize the space better."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/lake-forest/mordini-general-contracting-reviews-93708.htm"},"position":10}]}
Real Estate Service reviews from real Angi homeowners in Carpentersville, IL
On time, professional, nice, skilled. They did a very good job for us and I would highly recommend them if you need a real estate appraisal.
James S.
5.0
04/2017
They showed up on time and worked great,I would recommend this company for any work that they do Mariusz the owner handled everything and was a pleasure to work with.this is a real family company.they went out of their way to do whatever I asked them to do and no complaints
Patricia L.
1.0
03/2017
This guy is a total hack job! DO NOT HIRE! His "fix" broke again in 6 months. He would not guarantee the work. The new repairman said the work was done wrong and that the original guy broke a bunch of parts in the refrigerator! Hire a real company.
Craig M.
5.0
01/2016
Overall a 5 star performance from Scotty Ledford. I've dealt with roughly a dozen personal transactions in real estate, and used to be the #2 in a corporate real estate internal operation supporting 79 sites including personally selling corporate real estate property and executing leases. ...
Abhay P.
5.0
05/2014
Maid Brigade is a real deal. We bought their deep cleaning service and are very happy with the results. The cleaning crew were very professional and thorough in their cleaning. I would strongly recommend them for house cleaning.
James K.
5.0
10/2013
Sue and her team were very professional and extremely patient with us. It took 4 1/2 months to find the best home, and through it all Sue never gave up on us. She was always good spirited, prompt at each showing, and helpful in seeing the pluses and negatives of each home we visited. Sue also...
Michael N.
5.0
11/2012
Scott was extremely reliable and worked, mostly autonomously, within a reasonable time-frame even when he was busy with other projects. I am an out-of-town landlord and we used a lockbox for access. Having had experience in the real estate biz himself he was mindful of expenses and ...
Tom and his #1 employee Ron with Mordini General Contracting along with our realtor Mary Pat L. with Baird Warner real estate (Glenview IL office) came up with this selling idea. Tom came in under his professional guess. We decided to have him do the job on a time & material base which we...
MJ/Johnson Appraisals is a fully licensed residential up to four units professional Real Estate appraisal company offering superior residential service. We provide fast and reliable service and take pride in the work we do.
"Michael was great to work with, prompt and helpful with information and responses, and completed our home appraisal in the estimated timeframe - I would recommend Michael to anyone needing an accurate, timely home appraisal. "
Randall D on October 2025
MJ/Johnson Appraisals is a fully licensed residential up to four units professional Real Estate appraisal company offering superior residential service. We provide fast and reliable service and take pride in the work we do.
"Michael was great to work with, prompt and helpful with information and responses, and completed our home appraisal in the estimated timeframe - I would recommend Michael to anyone needing an accurate, timely home appraisal. "
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "
Melissa P on October 2025
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "
At Maverick AG, our real estate appraisers offer a comprehensive range of appraisal services, utilizing modern, efficient, and streamlined processes. By partnering with Maverick AG, clients gain access to a team of highly dependable and professional appraisers who prioritize clear and timely communication. Our meticulous approach ensures that every appraisal report is both accurate and detailed, providing clients with the critical insights they need to make informed decisions confidently. Max is a Senior Certified Appraiser and CEO of Maverick AG, Inc. with over 10 years of experience in real estate appraisal. He manages a team of appraisers across the US and helps clients find solutions to the most complex cases. Max is best known for his extensive professional expertise across all property and report types as well as his ability to deliver strong results at record times.
"Thank you for the quick response and accurate valuation. It really means a lot. "
Valeriya D on September 2025
At Maverick AG, our real estate appraisers offer a comprehensive range of appraisal services, utilizing modern, efficient, and streamlined processes. By partnering with Maverick AG, clients gain access to a team of highly dependable and professional appraisers who prioritize clear and timely communication. Our meticulous approach ensures that every appraisal report is both accurate and detailed, providing clients with the critical insights they need to make informed decisions confidently. Max is a Senior Certified Appraiser and CEO of Maverick AG, Inc. with over 10 years of experience in real estate appraisal. He manages a team of appraisers across the US and helps clients find solutions to the most complex cases. Max is best known for his extensive professional expertise across all property and report types as well as his ability to deliver strong results at record times.
"Thank you for the quick response and accurate valuation. It really means a lot. "
I'm passionate about energy-efficient technologies, and I'm mechanically inclined. I listen closely to understand your end goal of buying your first home. I enjoy helping Spanish-speaking tenants find their new rental home.
I'm passionate about energy-efficient technologies, and I'm mechanically inclined. I listen closely to understand your end goal of buying your first home. I enjoy helping Spanish-speaking tenants find their new rental home.
* Home Renovation Construction Service Specialist, Licensed and Insured * Certified Contractor - over 20 years of building service * Services offered: - General Renovation - Kitchen and Bath Specialist - Room Addition and Home Extension - Basement Remodels Also provide: - Widows Replacement - Decks - Garage - Roofing and Siding - Create open floor plan - Indoor and outdoor flow - Loft conversion and more * Owner-operated growing company * Over 20 yers of experience * Licensed and Insured * FREE ESTIMATES
* Home Renovation Construction Service Specialist, Licensed and Insured * Certified Contractor - over 20 years of building service * Services offered: - General Renovation - Kitchen and Bath Specialist - Room Addition and Home Extension - Basement Remodels Also provide: - Widows Replacement - Decks - Garage - Roofing and Siding - Create open floor plan - Indoor and outdoor flow - Loft conversion and more * Owner-operated growing company * Over 20 yers of experience * Licensed and Insured * FREE ESTIMATES
At PRESTO®, we understand that relocating can be overwhelming, especially for someone who has lived in their home for a long time. Our extensive experience with move management can help ease the transition to your new home. You make the decisions while we handle the details! Working with licensed, insured professionals every step of the way, our local, caring teams treat our clients with the utmost respect. We are committed to making this transition smooth for the entire family. PRESTO®’s services are practically magic! PRESTO® is a full service transition company. We help with the entire process of transitioning, from pack, move and settle to the sale of the home. We create a personal plan for each client and provide the services they need for whatever their situation is. We can manage everything from cleaning out the home to preparing the home for sale.
At PRESTO®, we understand that relocating can be overwhelming, especially for someone who has lived in their home for a long time. Our extensive experience with move management can help ease the transition to your new home. You make the decisions while we handle the details! Working with licensed, insured professionals every step of the way, our local, caring teams treat our clients with the utmost respect. We are committed to making this transition smooth for the entire family. PRESTO®’s services are practically magic! PRESTO® is a full service transition company. We help with the entire process of transitioning, from pack, move and settle to the sale of the home. We create a personal plan for each client and provide the services they need for whatever their situation is. We can manage everything from cleaning out the home to preparing the home for sale.
Meet Repta Residential with Keller Williams Success Realty! We are an amazing team of talented real estate professionals who specialize in every aspect of Real Estate. Ranked #1 in Cary and #3 in McHenry County, we have successfully sold over 600 properties and continue to grow in volume annually. Our agents strive to get the highest value for your home, negotiate an average of 98% of the list price, and the homes that we sell average only 35 days or less on the market. We are up for any challenge! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey. Let us be your #1 trusted real estate resource.
Meet Repta Residential with Keller Williams Success Realty! We are an amazing team of talented real estate professionals who specialize in every aspect of Real Estate. Ranked #1 in Cary and #3 in McHenry County, we have successfully sold over 600 properties and continue to grow in volume annually. Our agents strive to get the highest value for your home, negotiate an average of 98% of the list price, and the homes that we sell average only 35 days or less on the market. We are up for any challenge! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey. Let us be your #1 trusted real estate resource.
Residential "Chicagoland" Real Estate Listing Agent with managing brokers license. 23 years FULL time personalized real estate sales experience with over 1000 home sales. Master of marketing and advertising homes, highly accurate Free market analysis. Visit my web site and watch my prelisting video to see how I manage every aspect of your sale from beginning to end. Reviews can also be found on Zillow. Just type in browser "Jay Reid Reviews"
Residential "Chicagoland" Real Estate Listing Agent with managing brokers license. 23 years FULL time personalized real estate sales experience with over 1000 home sales. Master of marketing and advertising homes, highly accurate Free market analysis. Visit my web site and watch my prelisting video to see how I manage every aspect of your sale from beginning to end. Reviews can also be found on Zillow. Just type in browser "Jay Reid Reviews"
Durante & Rich Real Estate focuses on property management to residential real estate - single family homes, townhomes, condos, and small multi-family units. Most of our clients have just one property. We have an owner that uses the same process for his investment properties so our program is well tested and efficient. We have been managing residential properties since 1998 and have a team (not just a one person) to help you.
"Do not give these people your business. Let my year spent in an unheated, dilapidated property, that was received dirty, with an inaccurate listing be a free lesson to you. Look elsewhere."
Simon S on June 2024
Durante & Rich Real Estate focuses on property management to residential real estate - single family homes, townhomes, condos, and small multi-family units. Most of our clients have just one property. We have an owner that uses the same process for his investment properties so our program is well tested and efficient. We have been managing residential properties since 1998 and have a team (not just a one person) to help you.
"Do not give these people your business. Let my year spent in an unheated, dilapidated property, that was received dirty, with an inaccurate listing be a free lesson to you. Look elsewhere."
We are a group of highly motivated Realtors with a genuine interest in helping people. We listen to your needs and execute a plan to deliver the results you desire. Our belief in constant communication, prompt responses, and utilizing the most advanced technology systems keeps your home in front of potential buyers. With 20+ years of marketing experience, we get homes sold for the best price in the least amount of time! No other agents will work harder for you! We greatly appreciate the opportunity to help people with their number one need in life, buying or selling a home!
We are a group of highly motivated Realtors with a genuine interest in helping people. We listen to your needs and execute a plan to deliver the results you desire. Our belief in constant communication, prompt responses, and utilizing the most advanced technology systems keeps your home in front of potential buyers. With 20+ years of marketing experience, we get homes sold for the best price in the least amount of time! No other agents will work harder for you! We greatly appreciate the opportunity to help people with their number one need in life, buying or selling a home!
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FAQs for real estate service projects in Carpentersville, IL
Yes, hiring a real estate agent is worth it. Many homeowners make the mistake of trying to sell their homes by themselves, thinking that they’ll save money on the commission, but what they save on the commission, they very often pay for in frustration and concessions on the sale price. Hiring a real estate agent to handle the sale of your home not only makes the process far easier and takes the burden off of you, but most homeowners get more for their homes when going through an agent because of the marketing and salesmanship they bring to the table.
Real estate agents work on commission, so the cost of hiring an agent will depend on the cost of the home you’re buying or selling. The listing contract should include information about the commission for both agents, which is usually 6 percent of the sale price in total or 3 percent per side. With an average national home value of around $440,000, the typical commission per agent is $13,200. However, you won’t pay this total out of pocket. Instead, the commission comes out of the sale price of the property.
Interviewing real estate agents is the best way to find the right person for the job. Consider asking the following questions to find the best agent for you:
How will you show my property?
Will you do open houses to market my home?
How will you handle dual agency (representing the buyer and you as the seller)?
Should I make repairs to my home before listing?
Will you get professional photos taken of my home?
What is the best price you think we can get for my property?
How long do you expect the sale to take?
You don’t legally need a real estate agent as a buyer, as you can represent yourself, but you should always hire an agent as a home buyer. A professional real estate agent will have access to local MLS services to find homes that meet your criteria and needs, can connect you with other professionals—like a mortgage broker and real estate attorney—you’ll need for the purchase, and can often negotiate a better price for your home to help save you money. Plus, as the buyer, your agent’s commission comes from the seller’s proceeds from the sale of the home.
The Carpentersville, IL homeowners’ guide to real estate services
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