I have now worked with Carmen to purchase South Loop properties on two occasions. Carmen is a true professional that listens to your needs, works diligently and quickly to identify properties that meet those needs, and then helps you to craft an offer that will be accepted by the seller at a price that is realistic. Carmen also brings a complete array of support staff to support you in understanding any purchase issue you may have. She has contacts with painters, decorators, flooring contractors and a host of others. I recommended Carmen to a business associate as the person to work with on a Chicago relocation. He called me later to thank me. He was just as impressed with the service Carmen provided as I was. If you are in the market and wish to purchased or sell you should definitely consider Carmen as your first choice.

I was referred to Carmen from a trusted friend who had already bought and sold with her multiple times. For me, it was the best decision I could make as a first-time home buyer. Carmen took the time to get to know me and my preferences but also used that information to make smart suggestions I did not first consider. I had a lot (emphasis on a lot) of questions throughout the process and Carmen was always there to answer in a language I understood and in a timely manner. When I was ever skeptical or hesitant, Carmen reassured me with facts and real experiences from previous sales. Carmen’s feedback was always helpful but also realistic. She was not just telling me what I wanted to hear, but instead was always telling me what I needed to hear. Carmen stayed on top of deadlines which I appreciated. Her recommendations, such as the inspector, were seasoned professionals. Most importantly, Carmen just gets the job done. I truly felt she was constantly working with my interests first and had my back every step of the way. Carmen, I cannot thank you enough – it was truly a pleasure to work with you!

Professional. Experienced. Knowledgeable. Personable. Those are four words that immediately come to mind when we think of our realtor, Carmen Allen. We cannot say enough about our experience with her. We have purchased a condominium in Chicago and a home in the suburbs through Carmen, and every step along the way, the experience was 100 percent enjoyable. She listened to our needs and desires. Then she did a lot of research and showed us perfect examples of what we requested, and we were able to find our dream home. Without hesitation, we would recommend Carmen to anyone who is buying or selling a home. Adam & Anne Slahor, Clarendon Hills IL

Carmen Allen has become a friend of the family. She has helped my sister, me, good friends, my boyfriend (now husband!), and a cousin of mine find superb places in and around the Chicago area. She is a talented, savvy, realtor, with true knowledge of the neighborhoods, types of homes (condos, townhouses, single-family homes, etc.) and the purchasing and/or selling process. She takes the time to listen to your needs, is attentive and efficient; her dynamic personality makes her a real gem in her industry.

Carmen Allen is an engaging, experienced, effective and extremely professional residential real estate broker. My wife and I retained Carmen to sell an investment property in the South Loop three years ago. She was on point in terms of what the property should list for; what it should sell for; and how long it would be on the market. She sold the unit quickly and for more money than we anticipated. When we decided to sell our Gold Coast residence this year, we immediately retained Carmen again. We are confident that she will get this deal done in a timely manner and at a price that works for us. My wife and I recommend Carmen Allen without hesitation, and are glad to serve as references.