Real estate is about the house.
But your move is about your life.
Buying or selling a home is usually part of something bigger. More space. Less space. A new job. A growing family. A fresh start. Building wealth. Simplifying life.
Whatever is on the other side of your move, my job is to help you get there with a clear plan, smart strategy, and a whole lot less stress.
Kristina Irvine Dooley · Real Estate Agent · Chicago Suburbs
I joke that I was a professional mover long before I became a real estate agent.
Eight elementary schools. Four high schools. A childhood spent primarily in apartments.I know what it feels like when “moving” means a whole lot more than changing your address.
Years later, my first real estate transaction was helping my mom buy her first home and after helping hundreds of people buy and sell since then, one thing hasn't changed: the house matters, but what the house makes possible matters more.
That's why we start with your bigger picture and build your real estate strategy around it.
Selling A Home?
You don't need another agent promising to “sell your home for top dollar.”
You need to know how they're going to do it.
My listing strategy combines positioning, preparation, pricing, marketing, negotiation and proactive communication to help you make smart decisions from the day we start planning until the day you close.
Buying A Home?
Finding the right house is only part of buying a home.
Understanding what you can comfortably afford, where you want to live, how competitive you need to be, what compromises make sense and which ones you'll regret matter just as much.
We'll get clear on the life you're trying to create first. Then we'll find the house that fits it.
What It's Actually Like To Work With Me
You're never going to wonder what happens next.
You won't have to chase me for updates. You won't be expected to understand real estate jargon. And you won't be pushed into a decision because it's convenient for me.
You'll know what's happening, why it matters, what your options are, and what I recommend based on the goals we established together.
Clear expectations.
Proactive communication.
Smart strategy.
No unnecessary chaos.
TESTIMONIALS
I met Kristina through an ad on social media. At first I thought how can I trust her. I did my research and saw all of her numbers and results. I wasn’t moving immediately, so she gave me her opinion from her experience of what I needed to work on. She checked in on me and was patient. When it was time to list the house, she was ready She gave me the best advice about pricing, preparing the house as well as accepting the most qualified offer. I have no doubt that I made the best decision using Kristina to sell my home. ~Lisa Mogge
Kristina is the realtor you dream of having. She handles everything with the utmost professionalism with matching kindness and consideration. You tell her your dream for your home, she does everything in her power to make them come true—but she also makes sure you’re living in reality. What I appreciated the most was every time I said “I can be ok with XYZ,” she would counter with “I am not letting you settle.” She has amazing marketing plans, insights and advice—which I truly think made the difference. I believe because we listened to her—we got what we wanted from our house sale and found a home we love. Unfortunately for her—we love our new home and don’t plan on leaving anytime soon—so it will be some time before we need a realtor again! 10/10, would use her again. ~Anna Reid
Working with Kristina was the best experience. From beginning to end they were supportive knowledgeable and made our closing happen when our mortgage company was giving us a hard time. It really felt like we were the only people that they were taking care of at the time because of how much attention they gave us and how available they were All the time. Would recommend to all my friends family and strangers. We are so happy they were able to help us find our dream home. ~Rosalinda Gean
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About Me
Kristina Irvine Dooley
Professional mover. Dog and Cat Mom. Karaoke enthusiast. Line dancer. Believes cookies belong at home inspections.
Will absolutely have an opinion about your listing photos.
I joke that I was a professional mover long before I became a real estate agent.
Eight elementary schools. Four high schools. A childhood spent mostly in apartments. Years later, my first real estate transaction was helping my mom buy her first home.
After helping hundreds of people buy and sell throughout the Chicago suburbs, that experience still shapes how I work today.
Because a move is rarely just about the house. It’s about what comes next.
My job is to make sure you have a clear plan, understand your options, and feel prepared for what’s ahead, so the decisions you make in real estate stay aligned with the life you’re trying to build.
And when I’m not talking about houses, you’ll probably find me line dancing, hanging out with my family and Venti, or turning something unnecessarily complicated into a system. 😂
📍Serving The Chicago Suburbs
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