Testimonials
There are many things I can say about the high quality of service I provide to my home seller and home buyer clients, but probably none would be as credible as testimonials from some of my recent clients themselves.
So please take a moment to read the following testimonials. I hope they indicate my experience and integrity, as well as make it clear how much I enjoy helping people with their real estate needs.
“We worked with Gary on three separate occasions to purchase and also to market our homes. Gary is the ultimate professional. He has deep knowledge of the greater Naperville market and works to properly position and creatively market your home. He pays attention to detail and will offer constructive advice to aid in the marketability of your property. You can trust that Gary will work hard on your behalf to make sure that you're completely satisfied in the purchase or the sale of your property. I highly recommend Gary.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity 1st
- Jeff Hoyer
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 1987, and hired Gary more than once
“What I most appreciated about Gary is that he was honest. He will do what is ethical regardless of the situation.”
Top qualities: Expert, On Time, High Integrity 1st
-Christine Bell
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 2011
“My husband and I have known Gary for almost 10 years. He helped us sell our previous home and find the current house we're in. Gary was with us every step of the way. Since we were still quite young at the time he provided us with valuable input and feedback about what to look for, what to ask for and what to seriously consider. We trusted him and had every confidence that he always had our best interests in mind. He did his work with purpose and provided excellent customer service. We were glad to repay him in kind when we recommended him to a good friend of ours who had to move out of state for work and needed someone to help him find a renter for his condo. Our friend was very pleased with the result. Working with Gary was a very good experience and we are happy to have remained in touch with him through the years. Anyone who works with him can be guaranteed quality, integrity and expertise.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity 1st
-Belinda Menzies
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 2003, and hired Gary more than once
“My husband and I hired Gary to help us sell our first house and purchase and sell our second. We have known Gary for 25 years and he sets the standard by which we evaluate each realtor we have worked with since we moved out of state. He is professional, a skilled negotiator and he communicates effectively with difficult personalities. Any time we needed work done on our house, we knew Gary could refer us to someone whom we could trust. It's a pleasure to endorse Gary and we hope to have the opportunity to work with him again in the future.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert 1st
-Dorothy Merker
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 1996, and hired Gary more than once
“Gary is a great listener and very flexible. He has assisted me in the purchase of 2 houses and sale of another, and manages a rental property for a close friend. Whenever I or someone I know needs something real estate related in the Naperville area, Gary is my go to guy.
I am sure that I will use and refer Gary's services many times in the future. I could not ask for a more sincere, harder working and easy to work with partner.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert 1st
-Larry Ratledge
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 2001, and hired Gary more than once
“I used the services of Gary Leavenworth to list and sell my former home. The home was listed in July 2010 and sold in October to my surprise as I anticipated it would take much longer. Gary is professional and experienced in all aspects of real estate and I would not hesitate to recommend him to sellers and buyers alike.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity 1st
-Lynda Able
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 2010
“My family and I had the pleasure of working with Gary for the purchase of our Naperville home in 2000 and the sale of our Naperville home in 2007. He exceeded our expectations in both cases with the purchase and sale of our home. He does an outstanding job with his communication and follow up. I highly recommend to give Gary an opportunity to serve you.”
Top qualities: Expert, High Integrity, Creative 1st
-Bob Latchford
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 2000, and hired Gary more than once
“Gary has been my best asset in buying and selling two homes and a rental. His professionalism, expertise, personality,commitment and many other attributes make it very easy to provide this endorsement with no misgivings. His prompt response has always put me at ease with real estate and other issues.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert 1st
-Garo Derkaloustian
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 2001, and hired Gary more than once
“I have known and worked with Gary for more than a couple of decades. He is not only a friend, his professional talents cause me to refer Gary to every situation where he might be able to help … and he always does. Gary is always client-focused, responsive and trustworthy. Further, Gary is a “relationship person” and not just the “transaction-guy”. He is not only a standout in his profession, Gary’s work and focus on the Senior Citizens is a gift to our community. If you ask me for a real estate recommendation, I will send you to Gary and Leavenworth Realty.”
Top qualities: On Time, High Integrity, Creative 1st
-Stuart Anderson
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 1990, and hired Gary more than once
“We contacted Gary to sell our home in the beginning of April, 2010. Despite the terrible real estate market existing then and now, Gary found purchasers by May 24, less than two months. He was great to work with. He knew the market and helped us do what was needed to accomplish the sale. He will help anyone needing to sell.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert 1st
-Tom Fleming
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 2010
“Gary was an invaluable asset in improving and selling our home - as well as a great neighbor. thanks to him we received top dollar for our home!! Keep up the good work and service!!”
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity 1st
-Peggy Williams
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 2007
“Gary is the real deal. I have known Gary and his family for nearly 20 years in a variety of roles. As a Realtor and broker, he not only knows his business and the market but truely works with you personally as your advocate and partner. As a community leader, Gary has dedicated untold hours into the growth and enrichment of Naperville and the surrounding area through his work with Naperville's Plan Commission. As a humanitarian, Gary has made a personal commitment to area seniors through the creation of Singing for Seniors (www.singingforseniors.org) and his ongoing outreach efforts. As a friend, Gary is always there to offer support in times of need, to offer advice when asked, or simply entertain ("being Gary") with a story or joke.”
-Dave Mueller, Sr. Partner, CSC Consulting
“I have hired Gary on more than one occasion for purchasing real estate. He is an expert at what he does from start to finish. I highly recommend him for all of your real estate needs.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert 1st
-Laura Radosta
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 1997, and hired Gary more than once
“Gary is not your average Real Estate Agent. He focuses on a specific marketplace and knows it beyond understanding. Whether he represents the buyer or seller, Gary leverages this knowledge to the benefit of his client.
He builds a stragetic plan that is well considered and has the confidence to make whatever tactical adjustments need to be made to close the sale.
I have worked with Gary six times in buying and selling homes. I recommend him to anyone that looks to buy or sell with a minimum of angst and a maximum of satisfaction.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Creative 1st
-Bill Boe
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 1987, and hired Gary more than once
“My wife and I have had the pleasure of working with Gary multiple times over the last six plus years. Gary is the best real estate professional with which I have ever worked. His knowledge of the local real estate market is unparalleled. He is highly effective in negotiating and closing a deal on behalf of his clients. Additionally, he does an outstanding job of communicating market conditions, realistic expectations, and relevant developments in the process. Gary exhibits the highest level of integrity and professionalism, while delivering both personal and passionate service to his clients. He is truly available anytime to assist his clients in the process. I would strongly and unequivocally recommend Gary to anyone looking for the best real estate professional in the Naperville area.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert 1st
-Brian Froderman
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 2005
“Gary sold me my first home in Naperville Illinois. He could not have been more professional and knowledgeable through the process. He has an unbelievable talent to make you feel relaxed through the whole process. He also steered me away from things I would not want even if I didn't know it at the time. I would not hesitate to work with Gary again.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert 1st
-Daniel Bretzmann
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 2004, and hired Gary more than once
“Gary was a very detailed leader of the team that he organized to assist in the sale of my house at a price that was very pleasing to my wife and I. I am totally disabled and felt quite comfortable giving Gary the keys to my house and relying on him to prepare and sell our house. I would not hesitate to ask Gary again if the need arose.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity 1st
-David Hokanson
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 2004
“Gary really listens to the client's needs and is relentless in pursuing the market to find you exactly what you asked for. He stands behind you until the last "i" is dotted and and last "t" is crossed. What a comfort is was to be working with a pro.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity 1st
-Kim Shuler
hired Gary as a Real Estate Agent in 1996, and hired Gary more than once
“Gary is a man of high integrity and has a genuine concern for his clients. He is very honest and will tell his clients what is real and will not make exagerated of false promises. He is a hard worker and will go the extra mile to get the job done.”
December 6, 2011
Top qualities: Expert, High Integrity, Creative 1st
-Norm Williams
hired Gary as a Insurance Agent in 2011