Testimonials
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Paul did a superb job of helping us sell my parent's unique house.
He is dependable, knowledgeable, and friendly. His recommendations regarding personnel for staging and legal help were excellent-I'd work with any of them again in a heartbeat.
He did a great job of advising me when then negotiations with the eventual seller bogged down.
Paul was available at anytime to answer questions. He was able to be present , even at odd hours and weekends, to help let workers into the house when we couldn't be there . ( None of my sibs nor I live in Illinois).
I highly endorse Paul- he receives my highest praise !
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- Shirley F Seidel,Trust
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A couple of years ago, Paul Swanson helped us sell our home in Oak Park. It was an almost effortless process as our beloved home sold in less than two weeks. Paul’s guidance and expertise had everything to do with making that happen.
So, after renting for a while, we decided that we wanted to buy again and it was, of course, Paul who we called to make that happen. We developed a long list of what we wanted in a condo. He respected our wishes though, I’m sure, at times it may have seemed like an impossible feat! But, Paul’s great sense of humor and his dedication to help us find the “perfect” condo never wavered. We eventually found what we were looking for and Paul led us through the steps to close the deal.
Having worked with Paul Swanson as both a seller and a buyer, we highly recommend him for any real estate needs.
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- Pat and Jeanette Cannon
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Paul was our agent in the sale of my mother’s house. He was invaluable in the process of cleaning up the house, fixing some major items that needed to be addressed and selling the home in a thorough but timely matter. The market knowledge he provided gave us a feel for the “fixer upper” value of the home. He handled the bids, guided us to the best offer and took on the issues the inevitably pop up in any home sale. Start to finish he was professional and made the process relatively easy for me and my family. I would recommend him to anyone seeking a knowledgeable realtor.
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Paul Swanson was the perfect choice for us. He was a calming force throughout the sales and closing process. His communication skills, resourcefullness, and understanding of the local market far exceeded anything we experienced 10 years ago when we, unsuccessfully, tried to sell the same house with multiple other brokers. Understanding our keys goals, Paul developed a clear plan for how to effectively market our house to be sold quickly (but at a fair price). Because of our thoughtful preparation and Paul's "pre-marketing" efforts throug his expansive network of local agents, we received multiple offers as soon as the property was listed. Paul also did an excellent job of guiding us through the contract, inspection, and closing processes. He always let us know what to expect, and had wise recommendations for us whenever we needed them. Paul Swanson's knowledge, connections, and empathy make him an excellent real estate agent for anyone selling or buying a home on the northwest side.
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- Robert Gawronski
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Paul was as knowledgeable as he was personable. Couldn't have had a better experience.
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- Francis Higgins
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Paul Swanson knocked it out of the park! We started thinking about moving at the end of December and by May are in our new house.
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- Jami Jacobs
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In an industry full of uncertainty, Paul helped me and my wife develop an action plan to sell our home under our terms. From the very beginning, Paul demonstrated his expertise in the field and provided us with analysis which made our selling process painless. During the entire process, Paul kept constant communication and maintained our sanity during the selling process. I would without hesitation use Paul in the sale of our next home or recommend him to our friends and family members.
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- Safik Ghogha
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Paul Swanson has been a fantastic realtor! His communication skills are second to none, and he is very professional and ethical. Paul picks up the phone every time ... without fail. He is what all realtors should be. It was a pleasure working with you Paul!
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- Kathleen Riordan
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Paul is an excellent agent. He not only understands the market and the business, he really cares about doing what is right for his clients. He worked with me for over 2 years before I even put my house on the market in order to get ready for the transition. He brought in a professional organizer to help stage my house and he was available pretty much all hours of the day to take questions and handle issues. He was an invaluable resource during this stressful process and I'd highly recommend him to anyone looking for a competent professional with a personal touch.
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- Wendy Diez
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Paul was an incredible resource, agent, and friend from start to closing. As it was our first home we had many questions along the way - Paul was always there to answer our questions no matter the hour or the question. He and the team he put together were able to jump into action when our purchase became challenging and quickly resolve the issue. Paul was a constant and positive voice throughout the process and was genuinely happy for us when he handed us the keys! We recommend Paul for his guidance, insight, and team. If you are in the market for your first or fiftieth home, Paul is someone you can count on to help you and your family make the best decision for you and make it as smooth a process as possible.
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- Matt and Sarah C.
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From our initial meeting Paul "Got It". Our family has lived in our home for 8 years and in Park Ridge for 20 years previous. We were first referred to Paul 8 months prior to our listing date. We explained our dreams to move to Austin, TX, and our plan to list in 6 months. Paul was able to help guide us, and along and with our combined dedication to making it happen we had the house ready to show. Paul also realized that we had a family, not just any family, our family. He understood selling our house was the goal. Without his partnership this would have been a much harder road to travel. Every interaction with Paul was positive, this does not mean that it was sugar coated, but rather he understood and gave us perspective. I truly respect and value the insight that Paul provided. If you want you sell your home Paul will make it happen!
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- Jason Groszek
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Paul Swanson is a name that I came across in a mail post-card. Ironically, I saved his business card which was so valuable and important in my meeting with Paul. Paul Swanson is an asset to Baird-Warner and an outstanding real-estate agent . He is very detailed, knowledgeable, professional and very pleasant to work in selling a home. Paul is very prompt in his communication and takes the time to explain everything to his clients. This was very helpful in dealing with a real -estate agent who was so nice and informative. My husband and I were pretty frustrated and anxious and were at the verge of giving up on selling our house after numerous failed attempts. It was the unconditional support and hard work of Paul Swansonl who kept the showing going and kept our spirits up. I highly recommend Paul Swanson to my friends, family and anyone who is considering selling or buying a home. He is a true genius and a sincere professional in every way and a class act !Thank you Paul for everything you do . You truly made a difference in our life.Insook Jung
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- Insook Jung RN
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Paul was always there every step of the way via phone calls, texting and email. He found us the perfect home in the neighborhood we wanted to stay in at a great price. When we hit a few road blocks at the end with the sellers, he proved to be a true professional and keep the deal together.
Thanks again Paul for all your efforts and hard work. We look forward to being your neighbors and giving you referrals in the future!
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- Frank Liskovec
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Paul was a tremendous asset in the acquisition of our short sale. It was a long and painful process and the deal could very well have fallen through if it wasn't for Paul's perseverance. Through the 5 month process, he was diligently following up with all the parties involved to make sure things were progressing. He was with us every step of the process, always willing to go the extra mile, and always responsive. We are very happy in our new house and would highly recommend Paul to anyone looking for a real estate broker in our area!
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- Thomas Guéguen
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As an inspector, I often notice the interaction between my clients and their real estate broker. Paul's clients always seem confident that he is their guide on the journey to buy a home. He is attentive to their concerns and stays with them through the entire home inspection process. When I've found something during my inspections that concerns a client, he's never pressured them into making a purchase.
In his dealings with me he's always been professional, kind, and has great upbeat positive attitude. As a business owner I want to surround myself with good people and I am in good company knowing him.
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- Jesse Mills
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Paul Swanson is a director on the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce and I got to know and trust him through the Chamber over the last few years. Dealing with Paul is always a delight. He doesn't waste your time and he's a straight-shooter. He gave us homework for each step of the way which we completed like a paint by numbers picture. One foot in front of the other. Do what he says and your house may sell prior to listing as our's did and within 1% of the asking price! Once we knew we had a deal, Paul showed us properties in one Saturday of exactly what we wanted to live in next and struck the deal there too! I highly recommend his services.
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- Gail Haller
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For those considering - Paul Swanson is incredible! He helped us buy the most incredible home. This was our first home and experience buying anything this large and significant and he helped us understand every part of the process, had phenomenal and trustworthy partners for financing, legal help (even down to handymen) and was overall so responsive and communicative! I think I talked to him more than my husband when we were going through the process!
I thought we would look forever, but landed on perfection the 4th home and within a month, we closed! I know this doesn't happen that often, but buying a home with Paul Swanson was a painless process! Thank you so much, Paul! We LOVE our new home! Couldn't have done it without you!
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- Julie Ann / Joey Weber
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I am a real estate attorney, and worked with Paul on a recent home purchase. Paul was committed, diligent, friendly, and smart. Having a realtor who knows what they're doing really helps all parties on a transaction. I highly recommend working with him on your next real estate purchase or sale.
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- SJ Chapman
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Highly recommend Paul for this services. He was very knowledgeable, responsive, and truly cared about his clients needs and concerns. He made our home buying process go so much more smoothly than I had ever intended.
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- Christina Guthrie
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Bill and I listed his Mom's house with Paul. What a pleasant experience. Paul went above and beyond the call of duty. He sold the house in 2 days, answered all our questions and calls, which is a rarity these days. He did not pass us on to another one of his colleagues as we have had done to us before. He treated us like we family. I would recommend this # 1 in our books Realtor to anyone.
Bill and Stacey Jurek
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- William H. Jurek
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Paul was always there every step of the way via phone calls, texting and email. He found us the perfect home in the neighborhood we wanted to stay in at a great price. When we hit a few road blocks at the end with the sellers, he proved to be a true professional and keep the deal together. Thanks again Paul for all your efforts and hard work. We look forward to being your neighbors and giving you referrals in the future!FRANK LISKOVEC
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My wife and I first met Paul Swanson at an open house that he was hosting. We were working very loosely with another agent who was somewhat aloof to our requirements. He pleasant, inquisitive but not overbearing as spoke with us at length about our housing search. A few weeks after that he reached out to us and a few days later we were looking at homes that met our needs. At one house, I ran outside from the basement in my socks, something I have been known to do. Paul was right behind me and I knew that we were working with the right guy. After one offer fell through due to a reluctant seller, he insisted we keep looking and provided many more choices. He helped us pen a second offer to a rather eccentric and cantankerous seller. The process threw us some curve balls but with Paul's help, we closed and are currently moving into our new home.
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- Jenifer Wall
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Working with Paul Swanson was truly a pleasure! He was ready and willing to assist every step of the way - helping me decide the best time to hit the market, deciding how to prep the home for sale, helping out with staging recommendations, recommending attorneys, having professional photos taken, assisting with contract negotiations and staying on top of the sale all the way until close. By placing the home on the private market just a little early, we were under contract before we even listed! But when the COVID pandemic and stay-at-home orders hit, I was worried about the sale going through. Paul frequently checked in with the buyers, and kept me abreast of their progress through some minor delays due to the banks being understandably overwhelmed. Paul never missed a beat, and we socially-distanced a successful closing. It was smooth sailing from start to finish, despite the seeming chaos of the world around us. Thank you Paul!
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- Joanne M. Popper
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My wife and I embarked on a plan to sell our house and purchase a specific house more suited for us and our 2 Husky dogs. This all started about 2 years ago and Paul Swanson—our realtor, good friend, and overall great individual—persevered to make this a reality. Throughout this ordeal (which is destined for a case study of real estate deals!!), Paul diligently worked to put the right team (finance, legal, inspection, etc.) in place to accomplish the goal. He continually monitored events, reacted accordingly, and followed through with the professionalism that has earned him awards in the real estate industry. Our particular situation included uncooperative sellers, complicated negotiations, critical deadlines, disappointments, and finally ultimate success. Throughout all this, Paul was always there for us with words of encouragement and never, ever gave up on the plan. We all were winners in this ordeal and sincerely believe that there can be no better individual that you want working with you to accomplish the end game of owning the house of your dreams. Paul is the man.
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- Scott & Robyn Magnuson, Park Ridge, IL
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Paul recognized and was respectful of the trying times facing me as a recent widow. He was very considerate of my time and when he needed signatures or information, he was fully prepared with the questions to ask and with explanations to assist me in making the best decision for me. When paperwork required my signature, he brought everything he needed, with the pages easily marked.
While being incredibly efficient, he also took the time to listen to my concerns about where I should live and concerns I had about living alone for the first time in over 30 years. I never felt rushed and he reassured me that there were no dumb questions and to call him whenever something came up. I was very grateful when he told me he could help me find my new place. I had been concerned I would have to find a "buyer specialist" and I already had one in my midst. He has not steered me wrong yet and I feel confident that he truly does have my best interests at heart.
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- Cassandra Intagliata
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This was only the second time we either bought or sold a house in 51 years. Didn't know what to expect... only remembered problems described by friends, colleagues etc. Well... the support and expertise demonstrated by all the Baird & Warner folks, especially by our agent Paul Swanson, made this a good experience. All the bases were covered and it turned out we had little to worry about. It was an eye-opening experience to realize the tremendous detail and demands that an agent must endure on your behalf. Thanks Paul for carrying that load!
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- Edwin Swanson
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Mr Swanson was very patient and informative. We were from out of state and our search for a home in the area was sporadic at best. He kept us informed. We were very happy with his experience and knowledge of the area. At first we were not sure to distinguish between wants and needs but he gently guided us towards a perfect home for our needs. We are very grateful to him and his help throughout the process. He made things so much simpler! I wish we could use him in Michigan where the sale of our home is not progressing as smoothly!!
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- Violet Bojicic
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I would like to thank you for your help in successfully bringing about the sale and purchase for our mutual client. You were always very helpful in bringing the necessary parties together for the two closings. It is refreshing to have been able to deal with a professional like yourself who promptly returned calls and volunteered to go the extra mile to help his clients.
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- Scott Hillstrom
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We initially contacted Mr. Swanson because he had sold our neighbor's home and they recommended him. Paul came prepared with a list of qualified potential buyers so the property was sold within a short time with few showings needed. He was very responsive and always answered calls immediately. He scheduled showings with respect for our schedules and with ample notice. He clearly explained any questions we had and thoroughly discussed our needs and goals. He provided very good suggestions for preparing the house. He knows the local market in detail and up to the minute and was able to price the house correctly with respect to others for sale or recently sold in the area. He also sold it for a price above our original expectations. He was also scrupulous about covid-19 precautions. Paul is a most pleasant person personally and he has a courteous and professional manner of dealing with people that lets you know that he understands and respects the issues and anxieties of buying and selling a home, and he can help you overcome them. We were pleased with the results of our business with Paul, and personally very pleased to meet him. We would certainly recommend him.
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- Steve Nichols
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Very professional and willing to carry us along every step and explained the key details as expected.
Paul and Suzi as a team delivered value in a professional and non invasive manner.
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- Babatope Adedara
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I had the pleasure of working with Paul on the sale of a home for an estate. Total professional. He stayed on top of every aspect of the listing and throughout the transaction and always kept everything on track. He made great recommendations to he Seller. Through the years, I've worked with many agents. I told Paul that if I were ever to list a home or recommend someone that was considering doing so, Paul would be the guy.
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- Bill Mantas, Attorney
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This was our first home purchase and Paul was amazing walking us through the entire process. He was very responsive and always available to answer our questions and give us guidance. We would happily recommend Paul to anyone, especially those looking to purchase their first home.
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- Daniel Rudnik
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As a first time buyer, I was a little anxious about the whole process of searching for, finding, and buying a new home. I was fortunate enough to work with Paul Swanson as my realtor as he made the entire experience comfortable and fun. From the moment I began working with Paul, I felt at ease. His down-to-earth personality always made me feel like he was more of a friend than my realtor, and his comprehensive knowledge and sound advice always gave me confidence in the process of buying my first home. My process was more complicated than most since I bought a bank-owned foreclosed property. Throughout the months of stress, waiting, and disappointments from the seller, I was always reassured by Paul's constant attention to my situation. He was in daily contact with the seller's agent and did everything in his power to expedite the purchase of my home. When he finally put the keys in my hands, he gave me a big hug, and I truly felt that he was as happy and excited for me as I was for myself. Because of Paul's hard work and constant support, I am certain that I could not have been in better hands as I purchased my first home.
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- Kate Magnuson
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From the moment I met with Paul I knew that he would be a successful real estate broker. Paul combines real estate market knowledge along with marketing and technical presentation skills to insure his clients a successful real estate experience. Paul is extremely passionate about his job, and better still, extremely good at it! He has become highly skilled in a short amount of time. He is a progressive, thought provoking broker who maintains his business with a high level of energy and creativity. Paul has a knack for thinking outside of the box and cutting through to the core of the issue. With this approach Paul immediately began serving his clients as well as successfully closing real estate transactions. Baird & Warner is very fortunate to have Paul as a Broker Associate! I know that if you work with Paul you will feel the same way! Simply the Best!
Lisa Kon
Baird & Warner, Managing Broker- Edgebrook Office
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- Lisa Kon
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I have worked with Paul on numerous deals, he really cares about his clients and he will do everything and anything he can to help them accomplish their real estate goals.
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- F. Ponticelli
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My husband and I had known Paul cordially for at least 5 years prior to selling our home with him. When we first moved from the city to Park Ridge, we used an online app to help us buy. This time around we knew we needed an actual person; someone who was always available and experienced that could help us not only sell our home but purchase a new home. We chose to work with Paul because he was our neighbor and very familiar with the ins and outs of our neighborhood. Paul was so easy to work with from the start. He was always able to work around our crazy schedule, especially with 2 little kids. He was always available to get in touch with via email or call or text. We always dealt with Paul, not a string of other people hoping to hear back from the actual realtor. We were able to get a contingency on a home and on our home, which unfortunately fell though. Paul eased us through this frustration and helped us get back on track when we were ready to list again. The second time around Paul had our home sold in 9 days, and got us into see our current home first before anyone else and helped us get an offer on the table right away. It was a breeze! Paul also has amazing references for all the details you need for buying and selling a home (lawyer, inspector, slew of handymen etc). All in all we are so happy with the price Paul was able to get us for our home, and so very happy with our new home. Best part, we still live close and see Paul out and about. And we have gained a good friend, as my kids like to call him "Mr. Paul" You can't find a harder working more professional realtor anywhere
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After several efforts in trying to sell our condo, my wife and I were a bit disheartened and not sure what direction to take. The condo was in good shape, great neighborhood and locations with many nearby perks, it didn't make sense. We took a little from real estate market. One day, my mechanic and a very good friend of mine for 20 years recommended Paul. He espoused his honesty and integrity. My mechanic simply asked me to meet Paul, have a little dialog and determine whether there is opportunity to collaborate. Upon my initial contact with Paul, I felt confident we could make something happen. My wife and I met Paul at our condo, shared our negative experiences with previous agent and explained our expectations on condo sale. We quickly realized that Paul really knew his marketplace and we felt he would represent the condo on a professional level. As it turned out, that was an understatement. Paul was not only professional, but hardworking and willing to make the upfront investment to come onto the market with a splash. He knows how to stage and represent a home. Paul also is very respectful of the effort it takes on the part of a homeowner. He takes the time to thoroughly qualify any perspective buyer to assure the match, especially in terms of buyer's financial strength. Wow....what a phenomenal way to go. Within 21 days, our condo was contingent. On top of that, Paul helped us find our new home. He was flexible in working with our schedules and availability. Paul gave us plenty of room to think about every property we saw. He gave plenty of great advice in terms of how to set up expectations of the homes we were seeing. Great results. And the best part about meeting and working with him? We gained a friend!!! Thank you for everything, Paul!!!
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Very professional approach and always there when you need something taken care of.
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- Walter Cwik
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Paul did an outstanding job of helping my sons through the process of finding and closing on their first real estate purchase on a condo in Chicago. He put a good deal of time and effort into finding the types of properties they were looking for, always responded promptly to any questions or concerns, obtained and provided information we needed to complete the closing, and helped us get the right paperwork to the right people. In fact, it is fair to say that the bulk of the credit for bringing the transaction to a successful conclusion should go to Paul. I would highly recommend him as a realtor, whether you are looking to buy or sell.
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We don't know what we would have done without Paul Swanson's work ethic, EQ, excellent communication skills and general knowledge. Our house was on the market for less than two weeks and sold very close to our fair asking price. Even though Paul didn't find our new house, he worked to ensure our deal closed smoothly and fairly. We plan to recommend Paul to anyone we come across looking for a realtor.
Tina D.
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- Glen Dearagon
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Paul was amazing, we were lucky to work with someone so knowledgeable and who really felt like he was really fighting as a member of our team.
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- Jamie Blake
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Paul was an excellent realtor throughout the entire process. He was there for us from our initial phone call when we first expressed interest in buying a house until the day we closed on our new home. As first time home buyers, we appreciated that Paul never told us what to do but instead asked us the right questions so we could make the best decisions. His expertise in the field was an asset to our search because he was able to point out details that we would have never thought of at first glance. Even after we picked out our house, Paul was equally valuable when working through the contractual part of the process. We are so thankful to have had Paul on our side and would highly recommend his services to anyone looking to buy a house. Thanks!
David and Ilona Hutter
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- David Hutter
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Paul Swanson was recommended to me by a colleague and I would recommend him to others. He stayed in touch frequently to keep me apprised of all viewing appointments and status (even though my unit was vacant). Paul was very helpful to the process by communicating with the management company and closing attorney promptly - allowing for a smooth closing process.
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- Tina Stodtko
About Paul Swanson
I am a husband, a father, a REALTOR, community volunteer, connector, music industry veteran, Spartan Alumni engager, all-day breakfast lover, novice DIY’er, leaf pile jumper and an always practicing Comedy Sportz enthusiast. I enjoy a good symphony, a mild Robusto, bingeing The Office, “taking-in” Wrigley Field, laughing ‘til it hurts, spur-of-the-moment adventures with my daughters and any date night with my wife – no matter the time or location.When it comes to real estate? My focus is you. This is your home – potentially the largest investment you will have in your lifetime. I get that. You deserve an agent who listens, cares and communicates. You deserve an agent with market expertise and one who is proactive and follows through. I will be there with you from contract to close – to assure a smooth process.
Edgebrook
5430 W. Devon AvenueChicago, IL 60646
847-477-9501
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