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Last update on May 31, 2025
Locally owned and operated real estate appraisal firm serving central and northeastern Illinois. We are experienced with all types of residential appraisals including single family units, 2-4 unit income properties, condominium, land appraisals, pre-listings, estate appraisals, bankruptcy and assessor related services, and more. Our priority is a high quality appraisal delivered in a quick turn around. Please call for availability outside of listed business hours.
Locally owned and operated real estate appraisal firm serving central and northeastern Illinois. We are experienced with all types of residential appraisals including single family units, 2-4 unit income properties, condominium, land appraisals, pre-listings, estate appraisals, bankruptcy and assessor related services, and more. Our priority is a high quality appraisal delivered in a quick turn around. Please call for availability outside of listed business hours.
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 had great communication. He showed up on time, did excellent work, and had my appraisal done quickly. Would definitely recommend."
Karen N on May 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 had great communication. He showed up on time, did excellent work, and had my appraisal done quickly. Would definitely recommend."
Karen N on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Knowledgeable, thorough and professional. Welcomed questions and feedback. Highly recommend"
Traci C on January 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Knowledgeable, thorough and professional. Welcomed questions and feedback. Highly recommend"
Traci C on January 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.
"Very easy to work with. They were fast efficient and dependable. I highly recommend them. "
Jay N on February 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.
"Very easy to work with. They were fast efficient and dependable. I highly recommend them. "
Jay N on February 2025
Broker 4 You Realty, LLC mission is to be ethical and provide excellent quality professional real estate services to the home buying, home selling, and rental finding service. Broker 4 You Realty, LLC believes that our clients and customers deserve the best service by always reflecting our Core Values: PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, ACTION, COMMITMENT, and TEAMWORK. Our Motto is: Listen, Communicate Effectively, and Lead!
Broker 4 You Realty, LLC mission is to be ethical and provide excellent quality professional real estate services to the home buying, home selling, and rental finding service. Broker 4 You Realty, LLC believes that our clients and customers deserve the best service by always reflecting our Core Values: PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, ACTION, COMMITMENT, and TEAMWORK. Our Motto is: Listen, Communicate Effectively, and Lead!
Here at Illinois Real Estate Buyers , we focus on providing a seamless home selling process to Chicago homeowners. If you have a house that you need to sell fast, we will give you a fair cash offer in 48 hours or less. Please contact us today to get started and get your no obligation cash offer.
Here at Illinois Real Estate Buyers , we focus on providing a seamless home selling process to Chicago homeowners. If you have a house that you need to sell fast, we will give you a fair cash offer in 48 hours or less. Please contact us today to get started and get your no obligation cash offer.
I was raised in Mokena and have lived in the south suburbs my entire life. I am proud to serve the south suburban area, and am more than happy to work in other surrounding areas to achieve your real estate goals. I received my MA in Public Policy and Administration from National Louis University where I researched housing patterns throughout Chicagoland. I have since led a career in social services and nonprofit management with successful results in community outreach and program development in Chicago and the south suburbs. Working in social services has taught me that people need and want different accommodations to successfully achieve their goals. As Realtor, I believe that same concept should be applied when buying or selling a home. I will carefully listen to your wants and needs in order to get your real estate goals accomplished!
I was raised in Mokena and have lived in the south suburbs my entire life. I am proud to serve the south suburban area, and am more than happy to work in other surrounding areas to achieve your real estate goals. I received my MA in Public Policy and Administration from National Louis University where I researched housing patterns throughout Chicagoland. I have since led a career in social services and nonprofit management with successful results in community outreach and program development in Chicago and the south suburbs. Working in social services has taught me that people need and want different accommodations to successfully achieve their goals. As Realtor, I believe that same concept should be applied when buying or selling a home. I will carefully listen to your wants and needs in order to get your real estate goals accomplished!
Nicole Milford is a realtor serving Northwest Indiana and the Southwest suburbs of Chicago. Nicole takes pride in being a direct, responsive, and transparent real estate agent. She deeply values her clients' time and the fact that a real estate decision can be one of the biggest decisions. Nicole is highly knowledgeable and works hard to make sure her clients are making the most informed decisions possible based on their unique needs. As a young professional, Nicole is keenly aware of how other up and coming young professionals and first time home buyers like to approach the buying process. At the same time, she is able to easily adapt her approach to more experienced buyers, international investors and other client types based on her diverse real estate and service industry experience. Clients describe Nicole as approachable, accessible, positive, and client focused. Her clients are comfortable asking questions of all kinds.
Nicole Milford is a realtor serving Northwest Indiana and the Southwest suburbs of Chicago. Nicole takes pride in being a direct, responsive, and transparent real estate agent. She deeply values her clients' time and the fact that a real estate decision can be one of the biggest decisions. Nicole is highly knowledgeable and works hard to make sure her clients are making the most informed decisions possible based on their unique needs. As a young professional, Nicole is keenly aware of how other up and coming young professionals and first time home buyers like to approach the buying process. At the same time, she is able to easily adapt her approach to more experienced buyers, international investors and other client types based on her diverse real estate and service industry experience. Clients describe Nicole as approachable, accessible, positive, and client focused. Her clients are comfortable asking questions of all kinds.
Baird & Warner - Rita Starkey, Licensed Managing Broker, in Frankfort, Illinois, is the area's leading real estate agent serving Frankfort and surrounding areas since 1982. Rita Starkey is the past president of our local real estate association making her experience second to none. We specialize in real estate, residential properties and we list and sell properties. For all your real estate needs, contact Baird & Warner - Rita Starkey, Licensed Managing Broker in Frankfort.
Baird & Warner - Rita Starkey, Licensed Managing Broker, in Frankfort, Illinois, is the area's leading real estate agent serving Frankfort and surrounding areas since 1982. Rita Starkey is the past president of our local real estate association making her experience second to none. We specialize in real estate, residential properties and we list and sell properties. For all your real estate needs, contact Baird & Warner - Rita Starkey, Licensed Managing Broker in Frankfort.
I represent both buyers and sellers here in the Orland Park area. I know the market very well and I work closely with my clients to understand their specific goals; I provide sound guidance and I approach every opportunity with care and enthusiasm. No matter what the task, my philosophy is simple: details matter. I believe in the value of relationships, open communication, the power of negotiation, the importance of home preparation and presentation, quality marketing and careful property pricing. For me, success isn't just about producing results - it's about representing my clients well. Thank you for considering my services and I look forward to working with you.
I represent both buyers and sellers here in the Orland Park area. I know the market very well and I work closely with my clients to understand their specific goals; I provide sound guidance and I approach every opportunity with care and enthusiasm. No matter what the task, my philosophy is simple: details matter. I believe in the value of relationships, open communication, the power of negotiation, the importance of home preparation and presentation, quality marketing and careful property pricing. For me, success isn't just about producing results - it's about representing my clients well. Thank you for considering my services and I look forward to working with you.
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?
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.
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.