Brian Pistorius
Real Estate Broker (Lic #475110198)
BHHS Chicago- Michigan Avenue Office
980 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 700
Chicago, IL 60611
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"I had no idea how to find the best person to help with my particular plan. I wanted to move first to a rental property and then deal with the sale of my condo, where I had lived for more than 20 years. I talked briefly to a couple of realtors who tried to convince me to do things their way instead of meeting my needs. Brian was the first person I talked with who was ready to figure out a way to make things work as I wanted. Brian puts the client's desires first, while also taking the time to give great advice and be sure the client knows all the available options. Another plus is that Brian is not condescending.
Brian inspires confidence. For instance, I had initial doubts about some things, including the need for staging, but Brian's patient explanation convinced me of the need to do it. I knew that Brian would follow my instructions, but he wanted me to know all the options at every step of the process, and he was patient in every way, telling me what he had learned over the years and how this or that strategy was likely to help with the sale. Brian was the perfect person to help me, and I would recommend him to anyone."
Keith Ann Stiverson, Oak Park, IL (Seller) Fri, 27 May 2022 14:29:58 +1000
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"Brian Pistorius previously helped us with the sale of our condo and did a phenomenal job closing the deal for over ask and within a couple days so we knew he was talented and would not only steer us in the right direction with our home search, but get the deal pushed across the finish line.
He has a tremendous network of contacts that were all a pleasure to deal with from inspectors to lenders. His attention to detail is next level and his knowledge of all real estate aspects is very comforting .
Brian is simply the best."
Jeff Schlabowske, La Grange Park, IL (Buyer) Wed, 09 Mar 2022 01:25:59 +1000
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"Brian and his team have been fantastic. This was our first home sale, and it's been 10 years since we purchased, so needed to be educated on many aspects of the process. Brian was always accessible and willing to make time to educate before coaching on making a wise decision. So very helpful!"
Steven - West Loop to Lincoln Park (Seller) Fri, 03 Dec 2021 02:41:54 +1000
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"Brian is very helpful, professional, accessible, and knowledgeable. He has a strong team who ensures his client's benefit is protected. I will work with Brian in the near future again."
Ayumi Sato, Northbrook (Buyer) Tue, 28 Sep 2021 01:01:30 +1000
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"Brian made our first home purchase an absolute breeze. His understanding of the local Chicago market, his communication, and his patience were top shelf, and it made our move to Chicago so easy. When you work with Brian not only do you get a fantastic agent, but you also get his network. He connected us with the right people throughout every step of the process, from inspectors to contractors to attorneys. Purchasing real estate can be high-stress, but Brian truly removed all the friction from the process.
Even in a hot market, Brian was able to get us every single thing that we had on our list, and all under budget. I'm so glad we partnered with Brian and I look forward to trusting him with future transactions as well."
Jeff Tushaus, Chicago (Buyer) Sat, 25 Sep 2021 23:44:21 +1000
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"Brian and his team have been fantastic in each transaction we've worked with them on.
I want to bring specific attention to Brian's negotiation on this purchase. He secured us our dream house, under asking price, in a seller's market with his sound strategy and creative solutions.
We know a lot of people who have trouble finding a home lately and having their bid selected when they do find a home. We were able to find this property on our first day of looking and have our bid accepted the next day. Fantastic work."
Joe Weinstein, Lake Bluff, IL (Buyer) Sat, 25 Sep 2021 01:35:06 +1000
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"Brian worked with us in finding this property to purchase 4 years ago and was fantastic. He stayed in touch with us over the years and was always available to discuss strategy and answer any questions we had.
Great guy. Always helpful. Answers every call. Responds to all texts and emails in a timely manner. Trusted him with every step in the process. Great communicator.
Brian's entire team is fantastic to work with.
This was our 2nd of 3 closings with Brian's team and it went smoothly. I always hear horror stories from others around real estate transactions and we are so happy we don't have any of our own thanks to the great work of this team."
Joe Weinstein, Chicago (Seller) Sat, 25 Sep 2021 01:28:24 +1000
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"Brian Pistorius was an absolute pleasure to work with. My wife and I live in Los Angeles and had engaged Brian and his team to try and sell our condo in Chicago. There was potentially an option to try and sell our condo prior to making any renovations, which would save us a lot of headache, time, and money. Brian understood this and put together a marketing and sales strategy which led to him securing offers immediately after its initial showings. We ended up selling the condo at our asking price in a week. Brian and his team made this a seamless process and we didn't have to lift a finger. I would definitely work with Brian Pistorius again and would highly recommend him to anyone."
Carl & Meghan, Los Angeles (Seller) Thu, 23 Sep 2021 03:48:29 +1000
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"Brian was extremely helpful and instrumental in assisting us with the sale of our home. We appreciated his diligence, communication and efficiency."
Jai & Brenda Bhansali (Seller) Fri, 17 Sep 2021 00:35:54 +1000
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"My husband and I are first time home-buyers aka we know nothing about buying a home or what we even want. Brian was a referral from a friend and he made this first time experience so amazing! He was very patient as we changed our minds on locations, type of home and type of space. Gave us great insight on places after we saw which really helped us nail down better options in the future. He ended up securing our new home after a 7 person bidding war and we couldn't be more thankful. His guidance was so helpful and we are glad he was there to help us along the way. We would absolutely refer Brian to any and all family and friends in Chicago looking to purchase a home."
Kelly, Chicago (Buyer) Sat, 20 Mar 2021 06:13:00 +1000
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"Great experience with Brian! I was remote in another state for the entire process and he and team were quite helpful with guidance and execution of needed steps."
Anne Yang, Chicago (Seller) Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:10:35 +1000
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"Brian did exactly what he promised and made selling my condo easy."
Dustin Furnari, Wicker Park (Seller) Wed, 30 Dec 2020 00:27:54 +1000
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"Brian Pistorius is a complete professional. He took a very anxious time as first time home buyers and walked us through the process. He is extremely accessible and answered our questions quickly as they came up. I would highly recommend working with Brian."
Scott Jana, Chicago (Buyer) Thu, 13 Aug 2020 01:45:33 +1000
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"When engaging real estate services it can be confusing and intimidating however Brian and Jenna made the entire real estate process smooth and assisted in us achieving our goal. Absolutely recommended absolutely trusted absolutely a five star review!"
Vince, Chicago Illinois (Seller) Sat, 25 Jul 2020 23:05:38 +1000
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"Brian expertly guided me through every step of my first home purchase. His consultation and market knowledge ensured I felt confident in my decision making which was critical in a highly competitive situation. Ultimately, Brian Pistorius and his team delivered to get me the exact home I wanted, and I'd recommend them to anyone looking to buy a property."
Bob Krause, Chicago (Buyer) Wed, 27 May 2020 01:27:48 +1000
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"This is the eighth home that I have either purchased or sold, and working with Brian has easily been the best broker experience of any that I’ve had. Brian is extremely patient, personable and professional. Despite having a heavy load, he is always quick to respond, making us feel as if though we are his only client. We have recommended Brian to several friends and family, whom he has helped sell their properties."
Wayne, Oak Park (Seller) Tue, 28 Apr 2020 22:13:18 +1000
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"Brian Pistorius is a very knowledgeable, very thoughtful broker who is outstanding at what he does. As a nervous seller with a newly-purchased property 100 miles away, I was anxious to get things done in a timely manner. Brian is great when I needed a 'pep talk' to step out of the somewhat-emotional journey of selling a property you've lived in for almost 20 years. He helped make it an easier process, especially when I relocated and wasn't present for the time on the market. He went above and beyond for tasks and day-to-day things that I couldn't be there for. And the closing went smoothly in a very challenging time in the market, and the world."
Annmarie Retzer, Chicago/Milwaukee (Seller) Sat, 18 Apr 2020 09:59:11 +1000
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"If you are looking for a trustworthy and reliable broker, then Brian is your guy! Between moving to a new home, family and work obligations, I did not have much time to worry about all of the details of the sale of my condo. Brian was able to take care of everything and listened to my concerns and needs. He provided clear and constant communication and was able to oversee the sale of my condo thoroughly and seamlessly. You can trust Brian to handle all of your real estate needs!"
Jenny, Chicago (Seller) Sat, 28 Mar 2020 10:58:07 +1000
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"Brian was a patient and helpful in every way. We are happy with the service and the outcome."
Jai Bhansali Chicago (Buyer) Sat, 18 Jan 2020 00:11:27 +1000
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"Brian was nothing short of amazing. He took a challenging sale situation and handled it with facts, data, and expertise. We lived out of town and he made every step of the process easy and efficient for us. We would use Brian again in a heartbeat."
Debbie TenEyck (Seller) Fri, 02 Aug 2019 04:14:23 +1000
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"Brian has been outstanding, combining local knowledge with professionalism and kindness. His prompt communications have been integral to making our relocation run smoothly. We were grateful for Brian’s calm demeanor in the face of our cross country move. Thank you!"
Dan Buckler, Chicago (Buyer) Sat, 08 Jun 2019 04:37:43 +1000
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"Brian once again exceeded expectations. We sold our condo over ask(multiple offers) in 3 days. We then negotiated the asking price and terms on our home purchase and we closed easily and well below what they were asking. The entire process was simple. Brian knows market, price and when to go after a deal. We will work with him again once we outgrow our new home as well. A+"
Joe. Clarendon Hills (Buyer) Wed, 29 May 2019 22:06:02 +1000
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"As first time home buyers, we wanted to work with someone that we could trust. Thanks to Brian, making such a huge decision was not just made possible, it was made easy.
His professionalism, mentorship, knowledge, honesty, and hard work ethic are much respected and appreciated. I never felt that he was trying to "sell" us, but that he was a mentor to answer our questions and help us make the best decision for our family. His thorough knowledge of home construction and the local market gave us confidence in our search; every time we viewed a new property, Brian would methodically inspect the home, looking for signs of problems, educating us on the quality of construction, finish, appliances, etc. He was always more focused on answering our questions, giving us good advice, and finding homes that met our needs than he was on closing a deal.
We found our dream home thanks to Brian. We have several friends looking for homes and thinking about selling, and we always recommend Brian. We're forever grateful!"
Katie & Eyal Ebel, Chicago (Buyer) Sat, 11 May 2019 09:01:24 +1000
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"Brian was recommended to me by a close friend of mine and he did not disappoint. I highly recommend working with him. He is knowledgeable, patient, honest and trustworthy. I lived in a River North high rise and despite the fact that there were several units in my building for sale, I was able to sell my place within 3 weeks. The negotiation, inspection, and closing went extremely smoothly. Versus other realtors I have worked in the past he is on top of all of the details which made for a great experience. Again, I highly recommend working with Brian."
Beth Bubon, Madison (Seller) Thu, 09 May 2019 08:44:48 +1000
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"Brian Pistorius exceeded our home selling expectations. Whether it was his knowledge of the market, marketing expertise or negotiating skills, he made all the right moves. Brian got us multiple offers and we were under contract within three days. I would highly recommend him for any of your real estate needs."
Jeff Schlabowske, Chicago (Seller) Thu, 09 May 2019 05:10:02 +1000
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"Brian went over and beyond my expectations to market and sell my unit. I would gladly recommend him to friends and family if they are looking for a great experience in selling their home."
Brian - Chicago, IL (Seller) Sat, 01 Dec 2018 02:14:44 +1000
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"I could not have been happier with the professional service I received from Brian throughout the sale of my rental property. From the onset, Brian offered both suggestions and solutions as to how to best go about the process and ensure a quick sale, which was important to me. He was very open to my thoughts, but also had the market knowledge to explain a few ways we could a deal done in an efficient manner. He also stayed on top of all matters throughout the sale, including making sure I had all documents and requests in order, as I would have had no idea how to do so myself. I would be happy to recommend Brian's expertise to anyone looking to engage with a broker regarding their purchase or sale."
Timothy Cody (Seller) Fri, 15 Jun 2018 00:39:42 +1000
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"Brian did an excellent job helping us understand the market, pricing our house, preparing our house and closing the deal."
Reichs' (Seller) Tue, 27 Mar 2018 01:10:59 +1000
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"We already owned our condo so were not in a hurry, and were very much passive buyers. We worked with Brian for over a year as a result. All the while, Brian was always patient and it never felt like the search was starting to be a waste of his time. He also wouldn't pressure, and when we got busy in other aspects of life, and weren't in communication with him, or when there was little that was appealing on the market, he made sure to check in periodically just to see how things were going generally in life, but also if there is anythign he could do for us, or if there were any modifications to his search he could apply to better aid us in finding a new home.
Brian took good care of us all along the journey. We passively looked for a long time and never felt pressured or hurried for him just to make a sale. Further, he was quick to point out whether he thought the price, or other features, were outside of his expectations. However, he balanced it well with knowing that the choice ultimately was ours, allowing us to act independently, but with his support and assistance.
I feel fortunate to have been able to work with Brian. Having worked in the real estate industry myself for a while on the development side for years, I realized long ago that there are a whole lot of scumbag agents and brokers who put little into their craft, and are concerned only with hooking the next contract, but little about the details of the journey, and maintaining relationships. Brian is the opposite of that, and clients should feel in good hands."
Jon Malacarne - Chicago (Buyer) Sat, 17 Mar 2018 06:14:02 +1000
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"Brian made this process extremely easy. He’s great and will be using him on all transactions going forward."
Dustin, Wicker Park (Buyer) Tue, 09 Jan 2018 00:27:36 +1000
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"We sold my previous condo in Des Plaines knowing that Arlington Heights was my next stop, so Brian recommended a few buildings he knew of. After we saw them, I knew there was only one building I waned. However, there were a only a couple units listed on the MLS and I could not see myself in either place. Brian sent flyers to all homeowners and his response rate was extremely high! Instead of looking at the same 1-2 units that every site represented, we now had 3 (unlisted) units to choose from. Once we determined the best unit for my needs and budget, Brian negotiated an even better price. I love my new home and I'm forever grateful for Brian's efforts to make this happen."
Kevin Tardi - Arlington Heights, IL (Buyer) Thu, 12 Oct 2017 05:29:51 +1000
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"Brian was outstanding. Great to work with and very professional. He made the sale of my property as easy and quick as possible and achieved a record high selling price in my building. Brian went above and beyond to assist with any and all of my needs and far exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend him to others!!"
Kyle - West Loop - Chicago (Seller) Thu, 07 Sep 2017 08:43:00 +1000
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"He's been in the industry for many years and when it comes to the sale of my largest asset, I prefer to be in the hands of someone who knows what their doing. From start to finish, Brian handled this sale like a pro.
Brian was able to sell my place for approximately $12k more than the comps I saw and expected!
If he didn't answer a call/text, he got back to me later that day or first thing the next morning. This was the first time I've sold a property, so obviously I had many questions and concerns. Brian fielded every question with confidence and if he didn't have an answer, he was upfront about it and got back to me with an answer in a timely fashion.
He handled the listing price and negotiations like a professional. I received more back than expected after we closed!"
Kevin & Des Plaines, IL (Seller) Thu, 13 Jul 2017 02:31:39 +1000
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"Brian did an excellent job. My partners are some of the most demanding human beings with unrealistic expectations and timelines. Brian satisfied them, which is unbelievable because they are never satisfied."
Robert Oliver, Chicago (Seller) Sat, 10 Jun 2017 00:43:53 +1000
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"Brian Pistorius was the listing agent for my River North Condominium. From the first time we spoke of the condo until closing, every aspect of the transaction was handled smoothly. His initial marketing plan, including staging, listing, and targeting qualified buyers was un-surpassed, and I will continue to use him in the future for my real estate sales needs!"
JEFFREY STEINBERG (RIVER NORTH, CHICAGO) (Seller) Tue, 06 Jun 2017 05:01:37 +1000
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"Brian really listened to what our needs were and only showed us houses that met those. He was very patient with us, as it took us a while to find the perfect fit! I have had friends that have worked with some pushy agents and Brian didn't put any pressure on us at all. He was a pleasure to work with and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a new home!"
Jaclyn, Western Springs, IL (Buyer) Tue, 25 Apr 2017 03:57:57 +1000
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"Brian showed us places for two years. Throughout that time we never felt pressured by Brian to purchase a home. On the contrary, there were places he talked us out of attempting to buy! In the end we got our dream house. We couldn't have asked for a better experience!"
Andy Gamboa, Chicago (Buyer) Tue, 18 Apr 2017 21:58:14 +1000
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"Brian Pistorius was extremely professional and creative in marketing and selling my condo.
He was always available and mindful of my needs.
I was always kept up to date on every aspect of the process.
I would definitely recommend Brian Pistorius to anyone who is looking to buy or sell a property."
Dennis Weinstein - Chicago, Il. (Seller) Mon, 27 Feb 2017 02:53:03 +1000
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"Brian went out of his way to make sure that I was okay with every step in the stressful situation. He's a keeper!"
JT, La Grange Park (Buyer) Fri, 20 Jan 2017 05:46:49 +1000
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"As a first time home buyer, I had many questions. Brian Pistorius was always patient and took the time to answer all of my questions. He was very knowledgeable about the neighborhood and properties which made me feel confident in making an informed decision. Brian went the extra mile to make the process go smoothly and stress free."
Nicole Decancq, West Loop (Buyer) Wed, 04 Jan 2017 11:59:42 +1000
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"Brian is a knowledgeable, trustworthy and accessible agent. We could not have had a better home buying experience. Brian made himself available to us at all hours of the day from the beginning of our search through closing. Truly a fantastic agent and person!"
Whitney & Joe Weinstein (Buyer) Sat, 26 Nov 2016 02:14:24 +1000
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"Brian was great"
Rci rentals inc (Buyer) Thu, 24 Nov 2016 15:52:47 +1000
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"Brian's attention to detail saved me thousands of dollars. Highly recommended!"
Matt Johnson, Logan Square (Buyer) Fri, 21 Oct 2016 01:28:21 +1000
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"Brian has done a great job and I have worked with him on four properties and working on the fifth."
Dan Raymond, Chicago (Buyer) Sat, 15 Oct 2016 12:51:23 +1000
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"Brian came highly referred and did not disappoint. He made it clear that he was also be available and he was. He walked us through the entire process from beginning to end, showed us several homes, and always gave meaningful feedback, pros and cons, for every property we saw. In the end, we got exactly what we wanted and at a good price."
Jeff Lewis, Chicago IL (Buyer) Fri, 14 Oct 2016 08:56:27 +1000
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"Brian did an excellent job."
susan cox inverness (Buyer) Wed, 10 Aug 2016 00:46:54 +1000
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"Trust, superior customer service and the ability to put things into perspective when we were unsure of what we wanted were some of the many reasons we selected Brian Pistorius. He really knew the Chicago neighborhoods and what our money would get in each of them. Brian helped us find our lovely home and we would recommend him to anyone. All around stellar guy."
T.Barnes, Chicago Il (Buyer) Fri, 29 Jul 2016 12:02:59 +1000
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"Brian was great. Readily available for me as this was my first time as a seller, so I had a lot of questions. Brian was patient but most importantly he was very up front with me from the get go- NO BS, which I really appreciated. I told him what I wanted and he reset my expectations and earned my trust form the first meeting. I would highly recommend using Brian because he actually had knowledge based on years of experience rather then just agreeing with me at every turn. I got the price I wanted with the time line we set and I honestly believe it was 100% because of Brian and how he dealt with both myself and the buyers. I plan to use Brian when I look to buy my next property, as I consider him a friend who has my best interest in mind."
Anthony Bux (Seller) Tue, 26 Jul 2016 01:16:38 +1000
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"Brian was the best. He made the whole process easy as I was living out of town/state. His communication was exceptional and his recommendations were spot on. I wish I could have Brian sell my house again in the future even though it will be out of state. Go with Brian. You will not be disappointed."
Ashley Clark (Seller) Sat, 23 Jul 2016 11:39:06 +1000
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"Brian will be our guy on every real estate transaction moving forward. Great experience all around and could not have asked for a better guide through the process. As a first time buyer, his insight and knowledge saved us from making costly mistakes, and settling on a property we were not 100% set on.
Now we invite him to all of our family gatherings and BBQ's, too."
Joe (Buyer) Fri, 22 Jul 2016 23:33:27 +1000
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"Brian approached me at one of my properties and mentioned he had a listing similar to mine that I might be interested in. Despite the sellers lack of understanding of how real estate sells, Brian was able to get us both to the table and close the deal.
The seller was extremely difficult to deal with and missed several appointments to allow us into the property. I think a lot of agents would have moved on but Brian was persistent and was able to get us into the property. Despite the sellers lack of experience in selling and the fact that he was difficult to deal with Brian was able to walk him through the process and get the deal done."
Tom Raddatz , RCI RENTALS INC, Chicago (Buyer) Fri, 22 Jul 2016 15:18:39 +1000
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"Brian was so wonderful during the stressful selling process. He was patient and understanding, and I loved that he always had a plan no matter what unforeseen circumstances arose. I felt like he was in the driver's seat so that I did not have to be. I would HIGHLY recommend Brian to ANYONE who is looking to buy or sell. He will go above and beyond for you!!"