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Maverick AG, Inc.

5084 E Donald Ave
5.00(
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Maverick AG, Inc.

5084 E Donald Ave
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
149 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

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. "

Valeriya D on September 2025


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MJ/Johnson Appraisals

2010 16th Avenue
4.71(
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MJ/Johnson Appraisals

2010 16th Avenue
4.71(
316
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
133 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

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. "

Randall D on October 2025


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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

1428 Midway Road
4.43(
14
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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

1428 Midway Road
4.43(
14
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
1299 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

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. "

Melissa P on October 2025


Jaka Construction

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Jaka Construction

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35 years of experience

* 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


Illinois Real Estate Buyers

1055 W Bryn Mawr Ave
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Illinois Real Estate Buyers

1055 W Bryn Mawr Ave
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6 years of experience

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.


The Reid Group

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The Reid Group

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27 years of experience

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"


Tami Levy Real Estate

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Tami Levy Real Estate

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7 years of experience

Tami is a real estate agent at @properties, based out of Highland Park and Bannockburn/Deerfield. As part of Lotzof Malk Residential, she specializes in residential real estate in the North Shore of Chicago. Tami brings 12 years of experience as a Business Owner to @, where she quickly grew her company to be the leader in the marketplace with #1 market share. Working in Sales, Customer Service and Management, Tami has utilized all of these skills to help build her Real Estate Business from the ground up to establish personal relationships with her clients, understand their needs and deliver success aligned to their objectives. Tami was born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa and moved to the US when she was 13. She studied at The Ohio State University and finally made her way to Chicago where she received her Juris Doctor at Chicago Kent College of Law. She developed a strong interest in working with people and soon founded her own successful business. Working with people is her passion and with her outgoing personality, engaging enthusiasm and unrelenting drive to deliver excellent service and guaranteed customer satisfaction, Tami will be an asset to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. What sets Tami apart is her keen eye for design and her ability to help home buyers envision themselves living in their new space. Her passion for interior design is an asset to all of her clients.

Tami is a real estate agent at @properties, based out of Highland Park and Bannockburn/Deerfield. As part of Lotzof Malk Residential, she specializes in residential real estate in the North Shore of Chicago. Tami brings 12 years of experience as a Business Owner to @, where she quickly grew her company to be the leader in the marketplace with #1 market share. Working in Sales, Customer Service and Management, Tami has utilized all of these skills to help build her Real Estate Business from the ground up to establish personal relationships with her clients, understand their needs and deliver success aligned to their objectives. Tami was born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa and moved to the US when she was 13. She studied at The Ohio State University and finally made her way to Chicago where she received her Juris Doctor at Chicago Kent College of Law. She developed a strong interest in working with people and soon founded her own successful business. Working with people is her passion and with her outgoing personality, engaging enthusiasm and unrelenting drive to deliver excellent service and guaranteed customer satisfaction, Tami will be an asset to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. What sets Tami apart is her keen eye for design and her ability to help home buyers envision themselves living in their new space. Her passion for interior design is an asset to all of her clients.


Durante & Rich Real Estate

3824 N Johnsburg Rd
3.67(
3
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Durante & Rich Real Estate

3824 N Johnsburg Rd
3.67(
3
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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."

Simon S on June 2024


Borys Pawlowski REALTOR

2380 Esplanade Dr
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Borys Pawlowski REALTOR

2380 Esplanade Dr
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Free onsite estimate

Relationships over transactions. I treat my clients like my own family. You can call me, text me any time of the day or night before, during and after transaction. I am truly here to help you regardless if you ever do a business with me. From one time question to emotional support. You can count on me. Of the many choices you face when selling or buying your home, perhaps none is more critical than the person you choose to represent you in this important transaction. I am about to embark on a partnership with the singular goal of making your home selling or buying experience as rewarding as possible both personally and financially. I want you to be fully confident that as your partner I am 100% committed to this goal, and I will provide you with the highest level of personal service and attention every step of the way. I will pair powerful resources with my own professional skills and experience to professionally promote your home, negotiate on your behalf, and expertly manage every aspect of the home selling or buying process from start to finish. I very much look forward to working with you in the weeks ahead. Sincerely, Borys Pawlowski REALTOR Cell: 63O 7O9 3782

Relationships over transactions. I treat my clients like my own family. You can call me, text me any time of the day or night before, during and after transaction. I am truly here to help you regardless if you ever do a business with me. From one time question to emotional support. You can count on me. Of the many choices you face when selling or buying your home, perhaps none is more critical than the person you choose to represent you in this important transaction. I am about to embark on a partnership with the singular goal of making your home selling or buying experience as rewarding as possible both personally and financially. I want you to be fully confident that as your partner I am 100% committed to this goal, and I will provide you with the highest level of personal service and attention every step of the way. I will pair powerful resources with my own professional skills and experience to professionally promote your home, negotiate on your behalf, and expertly manage every aspect of the home selling or buying process from start to finish. I very much look forward to working with you in the weeks ahead. Sincerely, Borys Pawlowski REALTOR Cell: 63O 7O9 3782


ABODE Home Staging|Redesign, inc.

7000 N Kostner Ave
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ABODE Home Staging|Redesign, inc.

7000 N Kostner Ave
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I am a licensed broker with Coldwell Banker and I own an established home staging business providing clients services to stage their property, accentuate the positives features of the home and reinvent spaces to appeal to the buyers market. I am very hands on, flexible and dedicated to my clients project needs, timeline and budget. I am also co-owner for 17 years of a successful decorative concrete and design company here in Chicago. I am passionate about what I do and I do it with honesty, integrity and with the utmost professionalism.

I am a licensed broker with Coldwell Banker and I own an established home staging business providing clients services to stage their property, accentuate the positives features of the home and reinvent spaces to appeal to the buyers market. I am very hands on, flexible and dedicated to my clients project needs, timeline and budget. I am also co-owner for 17 years of a successful decorative concrete and design company here in Chicago. I am passionate about what I do and I do it with honesty, integrity and with the utmost professionalism.

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Real Estate Agents questions, answered by experts

Insurance companies weigh the amount of potential liabilities on your property to increase (or decrease) the cost of your home insurance. They will use several factors to decide if there are more chances for peril or injury to take place at your home. These factors include your location (whether you live in an area with high risk for natural disasters), the age and condition of your home, and whether you have any “attractive nuisances”—features that both increase the aesthetic of your home and potential for injury—like a pool or treehouse. 

Yes, a bump-out in any room, whether it’s the bedroom, bathroom, or kitchen, increases home value. Bump-outs add square footage and create a more modern, appealing look, which are proven ways to increase home value. On average, bump-outs offer an ROI between 30% and 50%. 

Pricing a fire-damaged house is tricky, and it’s best to involve some professionals. First, get a comprehensive repair estimate from a fire damage restoration expert. Next, have a real estate agent get you an as-repaired value for the home, which represents what the house would be worth if fully repaired. Subtract the repair estimate from the as-repaired value to get the as-is value.

Yes, if you maintain and clean your skylights often, they will undoubtedly add value to your home. With the right frame material and glazing material for your climate, a skylight is attractive to buyers because it increases natural light and helps to reduce energy bills. With both aesthetic and monetary bonuses, skylights are a no-brainer for many people.

A good return on flipping a house ranges from 10% to 20% of the after-repair value. Many investors aim for a profit margin of at least 15% to ensure their efforts and risks are worthwhile. This percentage accounts for costs like repairs, financing, holding costs, and closing fees, while also providing a solid profit.

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