Find a real estate agent in Des Plaines, IL

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Top 10 real estate agents in Des Plaines, IL

Homeowners agree: these Des Plaines real estate agents are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
COMANDIS® Residential

COMANDIS® Residential

5.0(1)
10+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
Jose R. says, "Very professional building manager. All our requests are answered on time" Read more
Real Estate Agent

Real Estate Agent

31+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
* Full time Licensed Broker * 25 years Sales Experience * Billingual: Fluent in both English and Romanian * Buyer and Seller Representation * Committed to excellence, honesty and a “no pressure” approach * Member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® since 1994 * Residential, Commercial “Whether you are Buying or Selling, I understand the importance and sensitivity of your next move.” "A Perfectionist and a Tough Negotiator - I will guide you every step of the way to ensure that nothing gets overlooked. "A satisfied customer is the ultimate reward.”...
Alex & David Landscaping & Construction

Alex & David Landscaping & Construction

10+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
Our focus is for our customers to be happy for what job they pay for. we work as a team to make the projects be as easy as it can be to complete.
Michael Lupiloff

Michael Lupiloff

19+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
I have 12 years of experience in listing homes for sale and helping buyers in the purchase of their homes. Helping people find their dream home.
Chicago Properties Firm

Chicago Properties Firm

26+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
Specialties:Buyer's Agent,Listing Agent,Relocation,Consulting,Property Management,Landlord A native Chicagoan and graduate of Elmhurst College, a market expert with the vital information clients need to make an educated real estate decision, whether they be first time home buyers, experienced investors, or a family looking for their "forever home." Being a detail-oriented planner, clients are guided through the entire process in a step-by-step manner, relieving the transactional stress and anxiety and orchestrating a smooth real estate transaction. I thrive upon exceeding expectations and determined to make my clients' best interests my top
@properties

@properties

Serves Des Plaines, IL
Working with the best in the business is the only choice in real estate today. @properties shares my commitment to offering the most comprehensive and professional marketing, sophisticated technology, and expert market knowledge, supporting the highest standards of service and representation you expect and deserve. With local leadership and national and international reach, I bring results to clients wherever their buying and selling goals take them. I appreciate and welcome your inquiry, real estate need, or referral! I work 24/7 and try to answer every call/text/email asap. It is so important to respond right away because clients deserve th...
New Home Star

New Home Star

2+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
Address: 145 W 2nd St Elmhurst, IL 60126 Phone: (800) 730-6170 Website: https://www.newhomestar.com/ New Home Star is a modern new home sales management firm with a vision to leverage technology and top sales talent to drive smart sales processes. We recruit, develop, and manage elite sales teams for builders across North America, giving our customers time back to focus on what they like to do: building the best new homes.As the market evolves, so do we. We focus on the growth and performance of our sales professionals, providing excellent career paths and training opportunities to build a dynamic team of sellers that’s always advancing.
Edwin Wald, Real Estate Broker

Edwin Wald, Real Estate Broker

3+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
Address: 1037 Chicago Ave Oak Park, IL 60302 Phone: (847) 528-1710 Email: [email protected] Website: https://edwinwald.bairdwarner.com/ Coming from the worlds of Theatre/Broadcast, Retail Management and Historic Preservation, I have spent my life working in people-oriented businesses. Real Estate has been a calling of mine since I was young, when I would help my Real Estate Agent mother sort her weekly "multiples" (multiple listings, which back then were black and white paper copies of photos of the fronts of houses and their descriptions, punched for placement in binders). I believe that everyone deserves to live in a home o
Team Chris Peters

Team Chris Peters

22+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
Chris Peters has over 30 years of experience in real estate purchasing, investing, and selling. For more than 10 years, he has been a leader in the residential real estate field. His areas of expertise include single-family homes, condos, townhomes, luxury homes, investment properties and distressed properties. Chris has made over 750 sales in his career. Chris consistently has over 30 current listings and 40 pre-listed, bank-owned properties. Team Chris Peters is dedicated to helping clients achieve their real estate goals - whether it is buying a first home, making the best of a short sale, or investing in a multi-unit building. Chris and h
R2L Properties LLC

R2L Properties LLC

21+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
Since 2004, we’ve helped homeowners and investors enhance the beauty and value of their properties. As homeowners, we know the importance of meticulous detail and creative design to maximize functionality and appeal of every home we work on. Whether refreshing a kitchen or undertaking a major renovation, we bring experience and a passion for quality to every project.

Your Real Estate Agent Services questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.

What does a real estate agent do?

Real estate agents help clients buy, sell, and rent residential and commercial properties. Homebuyers and sellers should get a realtor or listing agent to help find and visit properties, make offers, determine a competitive listing price, negotiate, and handle all the paperwork.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, real estate agents do the following:

  • Represent clients looking to buy, sell, and rent properties.
  • Advise clients on local prices, market conditions, mortgages, and related information.
  • Generate and compare currently listed and recently sold properties to determine a competitive listing price or offer.
  • Market properties through open houses, online websites, and advertisements.
  • Show prospective properties to buyers or renters.
  • Present purchase offers to sellers or helps buyers submit an offer.
  • Mediate negotiations between buyer and seller.
  • Ensure all contract terms are met.
  • Prepare and submit documents, such as loyalty contracts, purchase agreements, and deeds.

How much does a real estate agent cost near me?

The standard, fair commission for a real estate agent is 6% of the home's sale price. The commission is negotiable and is typically split between the seller’s agent and buyer’s agent at 3% each. Some real estate firms offer selling or listing services at a flat rate of $3,000 to $6,000.

Additional costs apply for home staging, photography, videography, marketing, inspections, appraisals, and closing costs.

What's the difference between a real estate broker and an agent?

  • Real estate brokers are licensed to own their firm and help clients buy and sell real estate.
  • Real estate sales agents must work under a licensed broker. Brokers work with sales agents on a contract basis and charge a commission for each property they sell.

What should you look for in a real estate agent?

To find the best real estate office, look for and do the following:

  • Contact and compare at least three presentations from top realtor agents.
  • Ask for recommendations from family, friends, and neighbors.
  • Read reviews and check out their previous work on HomeGuide and Google.
  • Select realtors with extensive knowledge and experience of the local market.
  • Avoid part-time real estate agents.
  • Avoid agents that don't typically work within your price range.
  • Look for agents that have recent and successful local transactions.
  • Look for agents that communicate with you regularly and keep you up to date.

After asking questions, hire the best real estate agents near you.

What questions should you ask a real estate agent?

When hiring a real estate firm, ask them the following questions:

  • How long have you been in business? Are you full-time?
  • How many homes have you represented in this area?
  • What types of homes do you usually represent?
  • What price range do you typically work within?
  • What price would you recommend listing my home at, and why?
  • Are there any potential complications you foresee with this home?
  • How many other homes or buyers are you currently working with?
  • Can you provide testimonials and references from past customers?
  • Does your firm help with photography, walk-through video, or staging?
  • How long are houses taking to sell in the neighborhood?
  • How much do you charge, and how long does your contract last?
  • Is your commission negotiable?
  • What services are included in the cost?
  • How do you plan to market my house?
  • What do I need to provide to get started?

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