@properties Rick Whittemore

My review is two fold, as I used Rick to sell my condo, and to purchase a new condo.
—ON THE SELLER’S SIDE—
I had been speaking with Rick over a year or so about the market activity in the South Loop to see when would be the right time to list my unit. He had given me comps to look at whenever I asked. It wasn’t until Spring 2014 that I listed my unit. I had 3 showings on the first day, and all three had made an offer. This was my first sale and Rick was wonderful throughout it all. He was very responsive to my questions, and as prompt as he could be.
I think the «marketing package» which includes professional photos and a handful of booklets, could either be a little lower in cost (or maybe free. jussssssst throwing that out there!). In retrospect I probably wouldn’t have opted for it and just taken photos myself.
Escrow took a while because of my buyer. I did not attend closing but Rick and my attorney were there. All happy campers.
—ON THE BUYING SIDE—
I hadn’t intended on buying another place when my home sold. But he asked what my plans were. I asked to see rentals and didn’t find anything that fit my needs. So we looked at a handful of condos for sale I expressed interest in. Rick understood what I was looking for, what kind of building I wanted to be in, and what neighborhoods I enjoyed. I never felt any pressure from him and he always showed me things within my price points. Well, he did a wonderful job in helping me find a place I love! This particular deal was little tricky — like I was jumping through hoops— but it was all from the seller’s side and their lawyer.
Would I use Rick again? IN A HEARTBEAT.
Would I recommend him to my friends? ABSOLUTELY.