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From first-time buyers, move-up purchasers, empty-nesters and relocation clients, McCatty Real Estate helps buyers find the right home in the right neighborhood at the right price. You’ll get honest feedback on each property, including resale considerations, neighborhood trends, and potential red flags, so you can make a confident decision. Even better, with a team of agents and 15 moves from Mike himself there's a good chance someone has lived there! Click Explore Communities Below to all properties in real time. Click Schedule a Tour and let's coordinate a time to meet.
See the full picture. Explore neighborhoods that fit your life, understand what you can afford before you start looking, and schedule a tour to get started. Take a look below and if you have questions we are a phone call away.

Find every home on the market in Cook County, DuPage, Kankakee, Grundy, and Will counties. Need help beyond these areas just call, we work with top agents across the globe and can get you to the right connections. Click below to schedule a meeting or home tour.

Learn about our neighborhoods before you commit to a location. The link below will share many of the areas we service. Want to see an area not shown? No worries just type in the city where prompted. We are happy to show you any property in the Chicagoland area.

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Whether you’re buying your first home or your fifth, questions come up. Here are answers to some of the most common ones we hear from buyers.
We’ll connect you with trusted lenders to get pre-approved. Pre-approval shows sellers you’re serious and helps you shop within budget. We will also get you started on a home search matching your criteria. Of course we will include private listings that may otherwise not be found on many public sites. When you see one you like just click to notify us.
You’re not going to get a no from me. There is too much new information and hurdles for me to ever suggest you go it alone. A local expert protects your interests and simplifies the process. We guide you from start to close. Reach out and let's go over your options. The commission structure has changed and negotiations can include your costs being covered. As a buyer you need to be informed. Research yes, but please reach out, I often see clients have regret and leave money on the table by not making an informed decision. More important when you choose an agent make sure they are among the 10-15% that sell 90% of homes!
It depends on the loan, but some programs allow as little as 3% down. We can help connect you with a lender who’ll explain your options.
There’s no magic number—some buyers find “the one” quickly, others take more time. We’ll help you compare options and make sure you’re comfortable every step of the way.
Offer acceptance is an exciting time. It is also when you need an experienced agent. We’ll walk you through inspections, appraisals, paperwork, and more. You won’t be on your own—we’ll keep you informed the whole time.
We put clients first in every interaction. Our approach is straightforward and focused on results. We’re here to answer your questions, explain each step, and make sure you feel confident throughout your real estate journey.
Decades of experience in local neighborhoods means better advice, faster deals, and fewer surprises.
You get one‑on‑one help from our attentive team who listen and follow through.
