Mary Tolford
Mary K. Tolford
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Selling a homestead can be an emotionally demanding and stressful experience, especially after owning the property for an extended period, such as since 1957. However, my experience with Mary Tolford Baird and Warner at 847-738-8089 was remarkably smooth, efficient, and focused on my best interests. Ms. Tolford's professional expertise is enhanced by her comprehensive market knowledge and clear communication during negotiations, which instills confidence and peace of mind. If you're considering buying or selling, she possesses extensive knowledge of the area. I recommend avoiding TV scams, unsolicited offers, or companies that claim to buy houses for cash. Instead, choose Mary Tolford, who has a proven track record and is dedicated to helping clients achieve their homeownership goals. She deserves a 10-star rating!
Maguerite E. Martin
This was a very difficult move for me, both physically and emotionally. MARY was with me every step of the way. Calming my anxieties; encouraging me to take but one step at a time;; giving referrals for good workman I felt comfortable letting into my house, especially Ernie; and clearly explaining each step involved in selling my home. I am grateful for her guidance and hand- holding on this journey in the last years of my life I am happily settled in my new home breathing deeply, listenuing to my music, playing with my puppy. Just back to normal with her guidance along the way. I CALL HER SISTER NOW. ,
Kathryn Michas
Mary isn’t just a real estate agent—she is truly one of a kind. From the very beginning, she made us feel like family. She was there for us at the drop of a hat, every single day, always ready to fight for us as if we were her own flesh and blood. Mary didn’t just care about finding us a house—she cared about helping us build our dream. She believed in us when things felt tough, supported us through every step, and went above and beyond in ways I didn’t even know agents could. She even offered to help us move, pack, and unpack—and honestly, who does that?! (Nobody. That’s who.) Mary’s genuine heart, tireless dedication, and fierce advocacy made all the difference. If you’re looking for someone who will treat your goals like her own and make you feel like you have family in your corner, Mary is the one. We’ll never stop being grateful for everything she’s done for us. ❤️
Dermont Family
Mary isn’t just a real estate agent—she is truly one of a kind. From the very beginning, she made us feel like family. She was there for us at the drop of a hat, every single day, always ready to fight for us as if we were her own flesh and blood. Mary didn’t just care about finding us a house—she cared about helping us build our dream.She believed in us when things felt tough, supported us through every step, and went above and beyond in ways I didn’t even know agents could. She even offered to help us move, pack, and unpack—and honestly, who does that?! (Nobody. That’s who.)Mary’s genuine heart, tireless dedication, and fierce advocacy made all the difference. If you’re looking for someone who will treat your goals like her own and make you feel like you have family in your corner, Mary is the one. We’ll never stop being grateful for everything she’s done for us. ❤️
Madison Dermont
Mary was the best! She helped me sell my home of 36 years quickly and for top dollar! Her marketing strategy was terrific; creating a buzz with postcards, social media and networking other agents before we hit the market. She was quick to respond to my calls, emails and texts. Her strategy worked as I had several showings with offers the first day! We were under contract the next day. I would highly recommend Mary to anyone selling or looking for a home.
Doris Pintz
Mary did a great job!
Michael Lapczynski
I have sold and bought a few houses in my time, and I have to say Mary Tolford was the best realtor I have ever had the pleasures to work with. She is knowledgeable within her market, extremely helpful in guiding me through the sale. She spent countless hours helping with managing the property in my absence and worked alongside my legal and purchaser's agent to ensure a smooth and trouble-free transaction Honestly the best and would recommend her higher and would absolutely use her again if I am ever back in the area
Stuart Robinson
Searching for a home was horrific before we were recommended Mary Tolford than it all changed. She has the experience, keen eye and positive attitude you want and need on your side when you’re trying to find a home in this crazy market. Not only that but she gave excellent recommendations for who we could work with in other areas of the process; from loan officers to home inspectors she really does know some genuinely great people that have a great attitude and extensive experience in their fields. She loves the industry, loves the people and it shows in every way. She was honest with us about the good, the bad, and the houses we should immediately walk away from. We admittedly were probably one of the harder clients to find a home for as we have kids and wanted to be close enough to family to see them yet far enough away to live our own lives along with not having a large financial reserve; she did an amazing job at continuing the search for what we wanted and was extremely flexible on times for us to see them. After inspecting countless houses she found us the perfect one for what we were looking for and we couldn’t be happier. Working with Mary was truly a great experience and anyone who is either on the fence with getting a realtor or don’t know who to trust; Mary Tolford will not disappoint.
Jake and Sylwia
Mary was a very accommodating, caring and professional realtor. She went above and beyond in every respect and we would recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat. EXCELLENT 5+ STARS
Paul Vormittag
Mary is an outstanding realtor, professional, attentive, detailed orientated and definitely helped make this hard decision a breeze!! She has been a huge help in a why of support and there for you as a good friend. Buying a new home is never easy and Mary in all ways a top 10 in my books!!
Gina Peshek
Mary is honest and trustworthy and a great communicator. Our experience working with her was five star from start to finish. We highly recommend her to anyone buying or selling. She is so full of knowledge and information.
Leanne
Mary was very helpful every step of the way
Skip McCabe
Mary is an excellent realtor! She sold our home this past summer, and we could not be happier with her services. We had never sold a home before -- after living in this one for almost 35 years! Mary was patient and wise throughout the entire process, helping us through prepping the home for sale, staging, showing, and, of course, closing. We would encourage anyone to work with her. She knows all the technical details and the human side of this very emotional transaction. She went above and beyond in many instances -- her care and concern throughout were so appreciated!
Pamela and Byron Anderson
Mary was the consummate professional. Always ready with good advice and effective in advancing the process to a successful conclusion. I particularly appreciated her straight talk about units she showed me even when such advice was not necessarily in her own best interest. There was every indication that Mary was looking out for my best interests. She was delightful to work with, and I’m grateful for her expertise. I recommend her highly.
Steve B.
Ms Tolford kept Connie and I in the loop during entire sales process...we called she answered always with a smile.
We would recommend Mary to use as her advise was appreciated regarding the sale and made it stress free....thank you Mary
Connie & Gregory Pomagier
Ms Tolford kept Connie and I in the loop during entire sales process...we called she answered always with a smile.
We would recommend Mary to use as her advise was appreciated regarding the sale and made it stress free....thank you Mary
Connie & Gregory Pomagier
Ms Tolford kept Connie and I in the loop during entire sales process...we called she answered always with a smile. We would recommend Mary to use as her advise was appreciated regarding the sale and made it stress free....thank you Mary
Connie & Gregory Pomagier
Mary is very knowledgeable and awesome to work with. She listens to what you are looking for in a home and goes above and beyond.
Barbara L Shands
Mary did a very professional job on sell are townhouse and would highly recommend for anyone selling or buying
JOE KUSCH
Mary was fantastic and helped us find a nice home in a new city. She was very knowledgable about the area and gave great advice throughout the process. Would highly recommend her!
Darren and Mandi
As it happened, my realtor was out of town when I first found some listings I really wanted to see so I was referred to Mary. I was so lucky to be able to work with her. She is the most positive, upbeat and enthusiastic Realtor I have ever worked with.
Mary is always optimistic and so very helpful. Her knowledge of the area is vast. She could always answer my questions or give me the real low down on properties and communities.
Her patience is never ending. She worked with me for almost a year in this horrible Covid market. So many times there were offers before we even got a chance to see the listing. Throughout this journey she really listened and helped me to figure out what I really wanted and she was a trooper when the area/location and type of housing I wanted changed.
At the end of this journey I have gained not only a Realtor for life that I will ALWAYS recommend to others but a wonderful friend. Choose Mary as your Realtor and you will not be disappointed!!
Kathy P
As it happened, my realtor was out of town when I first found some listings I really wanted to see so I was referred to Mary. I was so lucky to be able to work with her. She is the most positive, upbeat and enthusiastic Realtor I have ever worked with. Mary is always optimistic and so very helpful. Her knowledge of the area is vast. She could always answer my questions or give me the real low down on properties and communities. Her patience is never ending. She worked with me for almost a year in this horrible Covid market. So many times there were offers before we even got a chance to see the listing. Throughout this journey she really listened and helped me to figure out what I really wanted and she was a trooper when the area/location and type of housing I wanted changed. At the end of this journey I have gained not only a Realtor for life that I will ALWAYS recommend to others but a wonderful friend. Choose Mary as your Realtor and you will not be disappointed!!
Kathy P
Mary was a godsend. She saw the potential beauty in the condo and highlighted it. She listened to my concerns. Her knowledge of Evanston is outstanding. We made a great team!
Patricia Deemer
Mary is top notch! I would recommend her hands down for your Real Estate transactions. She is knowledgeable, efficient, professional and trustworthy! Mary always guided us the right way, but gave us options to let us make the final decision.
Mary was a pleasure to work with. She always came with a smile on her face and ready to work and tackle the day! She always responded to us in a timely manner and took care of each detail immediately. I miss working with her and would use her again in a split second! Thank you Mary for making this move seem seamless!
Donna and Bill Walstrum
Donna Walstrum
Mary is top notch! I would recommend her hands down for your Real Estate transactions. She is knowledgeable, efficient, professional and trustworthy! Mary always guided us the right way, but gave us options to let us make the final decision. Mary was a pleasure to work with. She always came with a smile on her face and ready to work and tackle the day! She always responded to us in a timely manner and took care of each detail immediately. I miss working with her and would use her again in a split second! Thank you Mary for making this move seem seamless! Donna and Bill Walstrum
Donna Walstrum
Mary was very professional, sensitive and knowable about the whole real estate transaction from beginning to end!
I would highly recommend her. She covered all the bases and really cared. I wish more people were like Mary!
Thank you Mary for wonderful service from the moment we met you to our closing!
Donna and Bill Walstrum
Donna Walstrum
Mary was very professional, sensitive and knowable about the whole real estate transaction from beginning to end! I would highly recommend her. She covered all the bases and really cared. I wish more people were like Mary! Thank you Mary for wonderful service from the moment we met you to our closing! Donna and Bill Walstrum
Donna Walstrum
This wasn't my time working with Mary Tolford and I hope it isn't the last! You can really tell she is passionate about her job and making sure the people she helps always walk away beyond satisfied. Mary was there for me through every step of the way in finding my home and I couldn't be more grateful. If you're reading this Mary, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are a paragon.
Jonathon Holderness
I have worked with many Realtors, Mary Tolford was the best! Replied to calls and texts quickly. Brought in many clients and most importantly, sold my house quickly.
If I have need of a realtor again, it will be Mary that I will insist on.
Christine Graf
I have worked with many Realtors, Mary Tolford was the best! Replied to calls and texts quickly. Brought in many clients and most importantly, sold my house quickly. If I have need of a realtor again, it will be Mary that I will insist on.
Christine Graf
I would recommend Mary Tolford to my friends.
Christine Gaf
We worked with Mary five years ago to purchase our home, and again recently to sell that same home. Mary was always available and willing to go the extra mile to communicate and market our home to get as much interest as possible. We ran into several roadblocks along the way, and Mary always had a calm, but straightforward demeanor. We could trust her opinion and valued her insight throughout the process. Our many thanks to Mary for seeing us through the sale of our family home!
Erin Rothney
thank you
martin jarosch
Mary, This is our 4th buying/selling experience with you and you continue to WOW me. You have made the real estate experience so easy and painless by doing all the legwork and your communication skills are top notch and second to none. I can remember back on our first home buying transaction with you when i thought wow this agent is the best i ever seen. Then after closing you told my wife and i this was your first sale. You are a truly gifted individual and feel so fortunate to have met you at that open house years ago. Thank you for all you have done for me and my family and look forward to our next endeavor.
Wishing you continued success
Michael
Michael Marsek
Mary, This is our 4th buying/selling experience with you and you continue to WOW me. You have made the real estate experience so easy and painless by doing all the legwork and your communication skills are top notch and second to none. I can remember back on our first home buying transaction with you when i thought wow this agent is the best i ever seen. Then after closing you told my wife and i this was your first sale. You are a truly gifted individual and feel so fortunate to have met you at that open house years ago. Thank you for all you have done for me and my family and look forward to our next endeavor. Wishing you continued success Michael
Michael Marsek
Amazing. Mary Makes Dreams Come True! As a disabled veteran with using the VA home loan for the first time, she made the process so easy. Great team she assembled for our purchase. We will only work with Mary in the future.
HM3(FMF) Zaletanski, Adam USN(Ret.)
Mary is an excellent realtor. Very knowledgeable and very pleasant to work with she knew exactly what I wanted in a house. I would recommend her to my friends.
Martin Jarosch
Words cannot describe how greatful we were to find such a wonderful realtor like Mary Tolford. She was so kind and patient the entire time we were searching for houses. We were new to the area and she always made sure we knew about anything that would interest us near our new house and all of the wonderful history behind it. I would highly recommend Mary to everyone!!! We are so blessed to have made such a great friend too!!
Katy and Chris Baker
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