Wayne Beals, Realtor and Managing Broker at The Beals Group/EXIT Strategy Realty

"Reached out to Wayne based on some great referrals from folks at Illinois Green. We wanted to buy a house and go all-electric. As a realtor, he worked with us in person and using Zenlist (an excellent house hunting app). Our goals were two-fold: find a place to call home (Chicago or greater Chicagoland), and create the most energy efficient, healthy house we could. Wayne's other hat as an accomplished building science guy came in very handy as we looked at properties through those two lenses. Wayne does a few things---after touring homes and pointing out energy draw-down opportunities, he walks you through every step of the bidding/buying process and also helps you assemble a team around you including suggested mortgage brokers, property attorneys. He also suggested to us contractors to help us transform our new home into an all-electric living space. Mind you, this is a step-by-step process that he laid out for us. We will be staying in touch as we begin this home conversion journey."

"I recently had the opportunity to work with Wayne in a real estate transaction. Wayne displayed exceptional professionalism and knowledge throughout the process. His ability to work seamlessly with me was a key factor in the smooth and successful completion of our transaction I highly recommend Wayne for any real estate needs."

"Exceptional Realtor with Expertise, Wit, and a Personal Touch! I recently had the pleasure of working with Wayne as my real estate agent in the Chicago market, and I cannot express enough how impressed I am with his exceptional skills and delightful personality. From start to finish, he made the entire home-buying process an absolute joy! First and foremost, Wayne is a true expert in his field. His knowledge of the real estate industry, Chicago area market, and sustainable building technologies is unparalleled! He effortlessly guided me through the complexities of the market, providing valuable insights and advice along the way. I felt confident in every decision I made, thanks to his wealth of information and experience. What sets Wayne apart from other realtors is his incredible sense of humor. He has an uncanny ability to lighten the mood and make even the most stressful situations seem manageable. His wit and charm made the entire process enjoyable, and I found myself eagerly looking forward to our meetings and conversations. He truly knows how to make you feel at ease, turning what could be a daunting experience into a fun adventure. Beyond his expertise and humor, Wayne genuinely cares about his clients. He took the time to understand my needs and preferences, ensuring that every property he showed me aligned with my vision. He went above and beyond to find the perfect home for me, and his dedication and personalized attention made me feel like I was his top priority. Working with Wayne was an absolute pleasure, and I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone in search of a top-notch realtor in the Chicago area. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, his knowledge, wit, and personal touch will make your real estate journey a memorable and successful one. Thank you, Wayne, for being an outstanding professional and making my home-buying experience truly exceptional!"

"Wayne was so helpful to my husband and I when we purchased our home If Wayne saw an issue with a house he would let us know based on his contacting skills even if it meant a lower commission for himself. Wayne kept us in our budget and was very flexible. I was 7 months pregnant at the time he was very patient and knowledgeable I would recommend Wayne and his staff on you new home purchase journey."

"Wayne was more than a broker -- he was a partner, a teacher, a constant reality check and consistent, reliable doer in buying our first house and in selling our old condo. He handled details that I felt sure would fall on us, particularly hiring a painter and electrician to fix elements we needed to address to sell. Wayne was personable, responsive, fun to talk to. He set day-one expectations for the market and our sale price that ended up being exactly true, despite being far different what I had naively anticipated. He constantly helped us talk through issues, understand our points of leverage and also points of potential overreaction. His recommendations for other partners, especially for getting financing, turned out to be excellent. Hard to list all the terrific interactions we had over several months as we bought and then sold. We recommend him with greatest enthusiasm!"