Broker Associate
Growing up, I split my time between the tightly packed northwest side of Chicago and a house on a remote five acre lot near the Wisconsin border. Bouncing between these two landscapes gave me a unique view of how people choose to make their homes in vastly different environments.
One thing my parents’ homes had in common was that they were all “handyman specials”. All three of my parents could swing a hammer, so I began my education in home renovation at an early age. Consequently, when it came time to rehab my Logan Square three flat, I decided that I would do it on my own. How hard could it be, right? Well… three kitchens, three bathrooms, three heating systems, three [fill in the blank], and three (okay five) years later, I felt the profound satisfaction of having built something with my own two hands, and I had a profound appreciation for the fact that a good contractor can really save you a lot of time and aggravation.
Apart from my personal experience with real estate, I spent fourteen years prior to becoming a broker appraising real estate. I have evaluated over 7,000 properties in the Chicagoland area. My combined experience has given me a deep understanding of the intricacies of the market from a number of perspectives, as well as a glimpse into the many different reasons why we all decide to live where we live.
Some people love a good renovation project. Some just want a sound investment – regardless of condition or age. Some want the ease of new construction. In any case, everyone needs a truly present real estate broker with experience to help them find the right place to fit their needs. So… if you’re in the market for a buyer, a new place to call home, a vacant lot to build something on, or just some sound advice, I’d love to help!
Company Info
- North Clybourn Group
- 2324 W. North Ave. Chicago IL 60647
Reviews
5willskel
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Vince on two deals in the last year. Both have turned into incredibly lucrative investments and have I Vince to thank for both.
Vince is a man of many talents but the three I most value are his ability to discern… (more)
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Vince on two deals in the last year. Both have turned into incredibly lucrative investments and have I Vince to thank for both.
Vince is a man of many talents but the three I most value are his ability to discern value, his negotiating skills and his extensive local knowledge.
Before Vince was a broker he was an appraiser for more than a decade. That experience has given him a keen ability to discern which properties are undervalued and which are reaching. For both of our deals, Vince sensed a unique investment opportunity and we moved before others had the chance.
Neither deal was straightforward and each required extensive negotiation. The two needed very different strategies and Vince’s counsel and planning adjusted to reflect the nuances of each. As a result, Vince and I are 2-2 in 12 months. I’m confident that success will continue in the years to come.
Vince lives and breathes Chicago. As a recent transplant, I lean on him to point me beyond the hot neighborhoods and to the burgeoning pockets that will soon be hot. His acute expertise means he knows not just which neighborhood to consider but which streets and blocks.
Real estate investment isn’t always a walk in the park but no one I’ve worked with makes it more enjoyable than Vince. He’s sharp, easy going, communicative and fun to work with. I’m reasonably afraid that a glowing review like this will mean he has less time to find incredible deals on my behalf. That being said, he’s more than earned it. (less)
5kjaewil
Vince is one of those people you know you can instantly trust. We met Vince at an open house and we were immediately struck with his knowledge of the area and housing market. Perhaps more importantly, he genuinely wanted to help us find what would work best… (more)
Vince is one of those people you know you can instantly trust. We met Vince at an open house and we were immediately struck with his knowledge of the area and housing market. Perhaps more importantly, he genuinely wanted to help us find what would work best for us. Not only did he listen to what we wanted, he used his expertise to make suggestions in our search. One of the qualities about Vince that separates him from others is that you know he has your back. He is also extremely accessible and reliable. Ultimately with Vince’s help we were able to find the ideal property within our budget. We utilized Vince’s expertise to sell a property and purchase another property. Both transactions were equally as enjoyable and we intend to continue to use him in the future. We highly recommend Vince to our friends and family. His honesty, patients and dependability is beyond compare. (less)
5angelabennett18
Vince sold our condo and helped us to purchase a single family home. There were major hiccups on both sides of the process. The initial single family home that we had under contract fell through after months and months of waiting for the tenants to move out… (more)
Vince sold our condo and helped us to purchase a single family home. There were major hiccups on both sides of the process. The initial single family home that we had under contract fell through after months and months of waiting for the tenants to move out of the home. It had been such a long process, that our attorney quit on us. However, Vince was there through the entire process and made sure that the next house we wanted ultimately went through. Vince was knowledgeable, understanding, and even connected us with another attorney to ensure the whole process was smooth. I highly recommend Vince! (less)
