Certifications and Recognitions: Expect no less than 150% Expect straight forward answers Full Time Managing Broker Lifetime Chicago land Area Resident Member of the National Association of Realtors Member of the Illinois Association of Realtors Member of the Realtor Assoc. of the Western Suburbs Member of the Multiple Listing Service of Northern IL Background in Interior Design Concierge Services Staging Consultant As a Business Owner "We understand the value of hard work and the importance of your investment paying off!" Why Choose CS Real Estate ? Q: Carol Shroka has been recognized as a "Five Star Professional Agent" 13 years in a row, remaining in the top 2% out of 32,654 agents in the Chicago area. Why? A: My focus is NOT on the numbers - my focus is on YOU! When I protect my client's interests with integrity and get the job done, the rest will come! Q: What is CS Real Estate's competitive edge? A: We have and always will treat our clients as a top priority. We firmly believe that excellent customer service is the most important asset a company can possess. Striving to over- achieve in every aspect of business gives us our competitive edge! To us you are NOT just another "listing" - you are part of the CS Real Estate Family! Q: What does Carol and her "team" do differently? A: In this industry there is limited service, full service and then there is FULL service. We provide only the best and strive to go above your expectations. We do what we promise to do and will deliver not only what you need but in fact the "F-U-L-L" services you and your home deserve. When competing with other homes on the market - we understand that your home needs to stand out from the rest and we have the experience to accomplish this! Q: We are in a difficult market time, how will CS Real Estate sell my home with all the competition? A: Difficult times call for extreme measures - extreme measures call for experience! Being a business owner for over 20 years has afforded me the advantage of knowing that difficult market times require unique marketing strategies! When there is a need - we fill it! I am a Managing Broker, professional staging consultant and have an interior design background. I am married to a business owner who is a Real Estate Broker and was also a carpenter contractor by trade for over 25 years. Our teams of preferred service providers are just that; preferred!!! This winning combination will conveniently take you all the way to the closing table - one company to serve all your needs...a "one stop shop" that doesn't stop after the closing! Q: What does CS Real Estate bring to the table? A: Since the company started CS Real Estate has a 99% closing ratio; a proven track record. We invite you to visit our webite and read our clients' testimonies. We have an amazing team - professional, personable, service and goal oriented. The goal? To get your home sold! Q: What is CS Real Estate's philosophy? A: Our team lives by the motto "There is no substitute for integrity". We are here to serve you! While working with your investment we are understanding and compassionate. CS Real Estate - "Where needs are met and the experience is stress free." Call to hear about our marketing strategy! "We are proud to be part of one of the most innovative and personalized companies in the Midwest! A company that takes transactions way beyond 'the transaction' ... it's the customer...YOU ... that matters most! You will become part of the "CS Real Estate Family" ... a family that is genuinely excited to be working towards the sale of your home and inspired in helping you find the perfect home to move into! CS Real Estate will do everything possible to make this time in your life as stress-free as possible. We are here to serve you! We'll discuss staging, remodeling options and worthwhile money-making investments and so much more! We are not just about 'buying and selling homes'; we are true Real Estate Consultants and it's time you experience the difference! It's beyond 'full service' ... CS Real Estate gives 'full service' a whole new meaning and takes it to a whole new level! We look forward to our continued relationship as your real estate consultants!" Mike and Carol Shroka