Leisa and Steve Braband, Chicago, a seller from Chicago, IL
Brian Pistorius represented another friend in our building and a year after he sold her property, she was still singing his praises. Likewise, we will not hesitate to highly recommend Brian to our remaining friends in our building. We could not be more pleased with his professionalism, services and outcome. We also appreciated his attentiveness and practice of updating us at each stage of the selling process.
If there was a higher category than "Excellent" Brian Pistorius would get an 11 on a scale of 1 to 10. This is especially true for patience as admittedly I was not the most easy going client, and in accessibility as Brian made himself virtually available 24/7. While we tried not to abuse this privilege, there were times when we regret bothering Brian on what would have been most people's time off. Brian calmed me down off a cliff on several occasions with his professional insight and calm demeanor. My ulcer and I thank him for this!
We appreciated Brian Pistorius' recommendations with regard to staging, painting, and legal resources. Brian's contacts were all top drawer and helped sell our property from the onset.
Brian's assistant Jenna Cody was great, and like Brian, often performed necessary duties outside of 9 to 5. She was always pleasant to deal with and professional. We were lucky to have both of them working on our behalf.
In a difficult market, we consider ourselves blessed to have Brian Pistorius and his team as our real estate professionals. We couldn't be more pleased with our results!
Max and Amy, Wrigleyville to Wheaton, a buyer from Wheaton, IL
My wife and I were first introduced to Brian Pistorius in 2019 when we were looking to purchase our first home. Although we were unfamiliar with the process Brian was extremely patient and took the time to answer all of our questions in a prompt, truthful, and professional manner. Ultimately, through not only his immense knowledge of the market but also his efforts to get to know my wife and I personally, Brian was able to provide us with invaluable feedback on the homes we were considering in order to put us in the best possible position to purchase the home that best suited my wife and my needs and desires.
Considering we had such a great experience with Brian through the purchase of our first home, we hired him again to sell our home and to search for a new home in the suburbs. With the sale of our home Brian again applied his knowledge of the market to recommend an appropriate listing price, which attracted multiple bids and allowed us to go under contract in less than 2 weeks. Brian guided us through every aspect of the sale process which made a generally stressful time much less stressful allowing my wife and I to focus on our lives.
Finally, with the purchase of our new home, Brian's professionalism, responsiveness, and strong advocacy was extremely valuable in navigating through the search for a home in the crazy suburban market where homes were almost always selling for more than the listing price. Without Brian's knowledge and willingness to step up to the plate for us, we never would have secured the beautiful place we now call home - which we bought for less than what it was listed for!
We HIGHLY recommend Brian to anyone who is looking to buy or sell a home in the Chicago Land Area. Brian will forever be our go-o-guy!
We had a wonderful experience working with Brian and his team. This is the first time we were selling a home and Brian made us feel at ease and kept our stress low. Selling our home with Brian was a seamless process. He completed the sale of our home at a competitive list price within two weeks of being on the market. Brian was knowledgeable and efficient with our time along all the steps to get to closing. We are so happy we made the decision to go with Brian and his team!
Keith Ann Stiverson, Oak Park, IL, a seller from Chicago, IL
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.
Jeff Schlabowske, La Grange Park, IL , a buyer from La Grange Park, IL
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 comforting .
Brian is simply the best.
Steven - West Loop to Lincoln Park, a seller from Chicago, IL
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 helpful!
Brian is 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.
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.
Joe Weinstein, Lake Bluff, IL, a buyer from Lake Bluff, IL
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.
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.
Carl & Meghan, Los Angeles, a seller from Chicago, IL
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.
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 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.
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.
Dustin Furnari, Wicker Park, a seller from Chicago, IL
Brian did exactly what he promised and made selling my condo easy.
Brian Pistorius is a complete professional. He took a 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.
Vince, Chicago Illinois , a seller from Chicago, IL
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!
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.
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 Ive 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.
Annmarie Retzer, Chicago/Milwaukee, a seller from Chicago, IL
Brian Pistorius is a knowledgeable, 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 challenging time in the market, and the world.
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!
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.
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 Brians calm demeanor in the face of our cross country move. Thank you!
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+
Katie & Eyal Ebel, Chicago, a buyer from Chicago, IL
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!
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.
Jeff Schlabowske, Chicago, a seller from Chicago, IL
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.
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.
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 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. 2018
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. 2017
Kyle - West Loop - Chicago, a seller from Chicago, IL
Brian was outstanding. Great to work with and 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!! 2017
Kevin & Des Plaines, IL , a seller from Des Plaines, IL
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! 2017
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. 2017
JEFFREY STEINBERG (RIVER NORTH, CHICAGO), a seller from Chicago, IL
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! 2017
Brian really listened to what our needs were and only showed us houses that met those. He was 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! 2017
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! 2017
Dennis Weinstein - Chicago, Il., a seller from Chicago, IL
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. 2017
Brian went out of his way to make sure that I was okay with every step in the stressful situation. He's a keeper! 2017
Nicole Decancq, West Loop, a buyer from Chicago, IL
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 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. 2016
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! 2016
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. 2016
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. 2016
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 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. 2016
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. 2016
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. 2016
Tom Raddatz , RCI RENTALS INC, Chicago, a buyer from Chicago, IL
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.
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!! 2016