If you’re looking for a realtor, whether you’re buying or selling, your search should end with Richard J. Freedkin. Full Stop. I was introduced to Richard on the buying end through a google search for a house to purchase. It was serendipity. There was no drama with Richard, just kindness and efficiency. His communication with me was above and beyond what I had experienced with other brokers. He immediately put me at ease with the process. He was a creative problem solver, and I closed on my current home without a hitch. So, when it came time to sell my former home I didn’t hesitate to call Richard. That house sold within 5 days of being placed on the market, with multiple cash offers of over $200,000 above asking price. How did I do that you ask? I simply listened to Richard. I followed his advice and stuck to his marketing plan. We were a team on a mission. You just don’t get that kind of attention from most folks. I wasn’t just a number to Richard. I wasn’t just another seller, and the result was evidence of that team mentality. I now consider Richard a friend. I will not use or recommend anyone else. So do yourself a favor and just reach out to him. You’ll get the best advice, excellent communication and someone who is clearly passionate about his profession. And one more thing, if you join forces with Richard, follow his plan. I’m serious. It worked beautifully for me.

We had the great fortune to have Richard J. Freedkin as our realtor when selling our home. He had previously helped us purchase a home in the suburbs, so it was obvious that we were going to use him to sell our home in Chicago. He is very knowledgeable on the current housing market, home sales and marketing. He came into our home and told us exactly what needed to be upgraded or repaired to get it on the market. He was very hands on with any work that needed to be done. If he could not do the work himself, he found a competent trades person to complete the work. He has a great attention to detail. His virtual staging, soft staging, feature cards and pictures in the house took the property to another level. Richard definitely exceeded our expectations. The house went on the market on a Thursday and by the end of the weekend we had multiple offers. We are grateful for his incredible work which resulted in our home being sold for $80,000 over list price. We would highly recommend Richard for all your real estate transactions.

Mr Richard J Freedkin is truly the most professional and trustworthy realtor. My wife and I were fortunate enough to be able to work with him on buying a new estate and selling our own.(buying house in Elk Grove Village and selling townhouse in Schaumburg).Richard went beyond our expectations.He was available 24/7, followed up in every request, keeping us informed along the way. He is personally invested in preparation for sale and purchase. On our very first meeting ,Richard gave us his books that describe in detail what to be prepared for as a seller and a buyer. His versatile knowledge extends beyond real estate. Richard is experienced in home construction, knows what to look for and what to ask when looking to purchase a property. Our property in Schaumburg was sold in less then a week for higher then listing price, Richard's selling strategy really works! You can't go wrong with Richard!

Earlier today I showed a home to my buyers that was being sold by Richard as listing broker on behalf of his clients the sellers. Richard does a fabulous job in the home listing process: he positions the home on the market in a very competitive pricing strategy, showcases all the features of the home thoroughly and beautifully, provides immediate and ample detail on the home features as well as fast well-answered questions from buyers — he even makes his digital listing brochure available via QR code for quick access. And he is easy to reach when customers or other brokers call. I highly recommend working with Richard when looking to sell or purchase a home. ~Adriana

My husband and I highly recommend Richard “RJ” Freedkin! Our house sold in three days, significantly above our asking price, and in a community where this is not common. We can’t say enough good things about Richard! My husband met RJ at an open house, and called me to say “I just met the most amazing realtor! He did some of the updates on the house I saw and it was GORGEOUS.” A realtor who updates your house? That was unusual! We’ve had some really incredible realtors in the past, but from the very first conversation with Richard about selling our home, we both knew we would be in excellent hands. His professionalism, warmth, accessibility, expertise, and dedication went above and beyond anything we’ve ever experienced before. He is an excellent communicator and communicated with us every step of the way. What makes Richard different is that he doesn't just list your home — he prepares it for your sales. Our house didn’t need many updates, but he did advise us to make a few specific, high-impact changes that would subtly modernize the house, like updating the recessed lights in our kitchen, as they had yellowed a bit. He even personally selected and installed new cabinet hardware as well as bathroom light fixtures (in addition to the recessed lighting), which improved our spaces in dramatic and noticeable ways we hadn’t thought possible. What sets Richard far above others is his data-based decision making and marketing. My husband and I are both marketing people, and my husband worked for the Realtors’ Association early in his career to develop some of their current algorithms and indices for housing prices--so he knows his way around housing data and real estate. RJ’s data-driven methods impressed him. Our pricing discussion included several charts and a presentation that explained his pricing recommendations, and why. We had 26 showings and SIX offers in three days! Our home sold for $60,000 above asking price. We highly recommend him without hesitation.

Richard J. Freedkin has now helped me with both a home purchase and a sale. Both transactions were in Palatine, Illinois. The recent sale was a property I renovated with my dad, who has nearly 40 years of experience in real estate. Throughout the sales process, he repeatedly said that in all his years, he’s never seen a realtor deliver the level of quality and care that Richard does. Richard makes you feel like you’re his only client. He’s always available, incredibly attentive to detail, and treats every transaction as a reflection of his personal brand — and it shows. He genuinely cares about creating the best possible experience and consistently goes above and beyond. He spent hours with us reviewing every detail to ensure the home was ready for market. He even took the time to personally install towel bars, toilet paper holders, shower bars, and other finishing touches to make sure everything was perfect — far beyond what you’d expect from most realtors. I couldn’t recommend Richard more highly.

As a first-time homebuyer, I didn't know what to expect-but working with Richard J. Freedkin made the whole experience smoother than I could've imagined. We had very specific parameters for our search, including being in a strong school district, and Richard was locked in from day one. He didn't waste our time-he stuck to the criteria, showed us multiple homes each day, and helped us narrow down what really mattered. Richard gave honest, thoughtful feedback on every home, pointing out things I wouldn't have noticed on my own. You could tell he knew the market and had our best interests at heart. He was available day and night, answered every question, and always followed through. I've never worked with a Realtor before, but I can't imagine anyone doing a better job. Richard went above and beyond-this was more than just a sale to him. He was professional, reliable, and genuinely helpful. If you're buying or selling, especially for the first time, I'd absolutely recommend Richard. We'd work with him again in a heartbeat.

We are so fortunate to have found the best Realtor, Richard J. Freedkin to help us buy our first home in Chicagoland. How he helped us find our home in Schaumburg, Illinois was truly a five-star experience. As a first-time homebuyer, I was nervous and had a very specific list of what we wanted down to location, layout, and being in a great school district. Richard respected those priorities completely and stayed focused on finding homes that met our criteria. He showed us up to eight homes a day and never once made us feel rushed or pressured. What I appreciated most was his honesty. He gave us real feedback on each property, not just the highlights. We had a print out for every project we visited with the disclaimers and a place to take notes. His knowledge of the local market and what to watch out for in a home made all the difference. He gave us books that walked us through the entire experience. I felt completely supported and informed every step of the way. I can go on and on about the various ways he went above and beyond to help us find OUR home. Not just any home. Richard’s communication was excellent. He was always quick to respond and patient with our many questions. It never felt transactional; it felt like he genuinely cared that we found the right home. He went well beyond what I expected from a Realtor, and I wouldn’t hesitate to work with him again or recommend him to others. Trust me - you won’t regret working with him. You’ll just wish you found him sooner.

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Richard on both the purchase of our new home and the sale of our previous home, and we truly couldn’t have asked for a better realtor. His years of experience, deep knowledge of the market, and data-driven approach gave us a huge advantage in both transactions. But what really sets Richard apart is his willingness to go above and beyond for his clients—his dedication is truly unbelievable. When it came time to sell our home, Richard didn’t just offer advice—he rolled up his sleeves and got involved. He was literally changing outlets, connecting us with a network of reliable and affordable service professionals, and ensuring every detail was handled to maximize our home’s value. His expertise in home sales isn’t just from experience—he has even taught courses on selling houses, and it absolutely shows. Richard was an absolute blessing to our family throughout this process, and we are so incredibly grateful we found him. The only downside? He did such an amazing job that I don’t have a reason to work with him again in the foreseeable future—and I’ll genuinely miss working with him. If you’re looking for a realtor who is knowledgeable, hands-on, and truly invested in your success, Richard is the one you want in your corner. Thank you, Richard, for everything!

We feel like we hit the lottery with Richard J. Freedkin as our Realtor. We found a home on Realtor.com and within minutes of requesting a viewing of the home Richard called us. Having not purchased a home in over 30 years, we were apprehensive about the process and the recent changes for the buyers. At our first meeting Richard provided us with books he wrote (home buying and home selling) which were very informative. He also came prepared with the details of the properties that we were interested in seeing. Richard helped us through every step. His communication was excellent throughout the entire process, he was always available to answer our questions. (even after we closed on our property) He is very knowledgeable, professional and personable. We would highly recommend Richard to anyone looking to buy or sell a house! Michael and Judy

My husband and I connected with Richard by chance and boy are we happy we did. From the moment we started working together, it was apparent that Richard was a real estate expert. His knowledge and advice helped guide us in our decision making process, and helped us to land our dream home. He was thorough and thoughtful in his communication and always prompt with his responses. He advocated for us throughout and ensured that we were well-versed on every step on the process. I could really go on and on. He was a true pleasure and gem in a sometimes challenging industry. Richard you are greatly appreciated and we will recommend you to our friends and family and can't wait to use your services to sell our former home.

We used Richard J. Freedkin for the recent purchase of our home in Wonder Lake, IL. There were two main things that set him apart from every other realtor I’ve used. Firstly, his knowledge on not just real estate and pricing, but also on the structure and components of a home that are very important to know before buying! Secondly, communication. He was helpful and updated us step by step of the way. Even after closing, he was still there to answer all of our questions. He is a great realtor and we will definitely be using him for our next home purchase!