Testimonials

When searching for a real estate expert, we created an expectation/wish list that comprised of the following:

Transparency and candor (not just agreeing with us)
Great communication
Experience in the industry
A thorough knowledge of the current market in our area
A solid understanding of structural elements (plumbing, electrical, etc.)
Willing (and able) to have our back
Knows how to appropriately work with the other side (the give and take of negotiation)
Authentic care and patience with our thoughts and opinions
Energy to handle matters that may be out of the typical scope
Great listener
Contacts to refer when services are needed
Being responsible, trustworthy, and respectful at all times

Although having all 12 seemed somewhat unrealistic, Tom Makinney nailed each and every one! If you are in the need of an agent, review this list and know this what you’d get with Tom. 5 Stars!

It's My experience with Tom McKinney was amazingly positive. We decided to uncomplicate our lives after living in our home for 53 years. We had gone through the process of buying and selling just once in 1967. Everything was uncharted territory. Tom held tightly to our hands and led us through to the other side. He answered question after question. He showed us house after house. Tom was patient but his most enduring quality was kindness, the true kindness the dwells inside the heart. I would choose Tom McKinney every time in a New York minute. I give Tom McKinney the highest recommendation. I would choose him every time.

Tom helped our family sell a multi-family building in Chicago. We live in Texas and that was just one of the litany of hurdles to overcome. Tom helped navigate showings for tenant occupied units during the peak of the pandemic, guided us on the unconventional buyers attracted to the property, overcame major improvements needed and, most remarkably, helped us sell despite a delinquent (combative) tenant. He was gracious, informative and a true pleasure to partner with as we felt supported every step of the way..

I Tom represented my husband and I in the sale of our home. We went into multiple offers the first weekend. Since the sale of our home went so fantastically we found ourselves in need of a rental. And since we have not rented in over 20+ years, Tom has been a fount of knowledge for our many questions. We were able to find a rental quickly and are now moving on to our next faze in life. Thank you Tom and The Makinney Group.

Tom helped us sell our old home and purchase a new one earlier this year when the market competitiveness was at an all time high. Tom could not have been more helpful and responsive through the entire process. From advising on staging to help sell our old home to negotiating the sale and purchase of the two homes to the final closing on our new home, Tom expertly navigated the entire process and was there for every step of the way. We would not hesitate to recommend Tom to a friend or family member in the future..

Tom's expert advice on preparing my home for sale was spot on and resulted in a quick sale. In addition, he identified an excellent pocket listing a week after the sale which eventually became our new home. His local knowledge of the Elmhurst housing market and seasonality was spot on.

Tom is a fantastic agent! He was professional at all times and extremely knowledgeable of the Elmhurst market. His network within the real estate community was invaluable to us during the process. We had several issues occur with both the sale of our home and the home we purchased. Tom’s expertise, guidance, and support were reasons why our home sold and we were able to purchase our dream home in a highly competitive market. We'd recommend Tom to any prospective sellers or buyers.

Tom was amazingly helpful to us. Not only does he know the area incredibly well, he understood our needs and helped us to find the perfect new home. I will continue to use him for my future real estate needs and highly recommend him to my friends and family. If you are looking for a new home in the Elmhurst area, Tom will provide you with excellent service