RE/MAX City

Reyna is the best! I contacted her based upon some ads I saw for some properties overlooking the lakefront. She even met me on a holiday! :) The first property we went to had a few different units, but they just weren’t what I was looking for and she knew it. She immediately got on the MLS and starting looking for others within my criteria. Within 30 minutes we were in another property that I absolutely love! Thank you so much Reyna! You are definitely on my list of referrals if anyone needs a new home!

My review is very specific to Lydia Memeti, and does not necessarily reflect Re/​Max City or any other employee.
Do not trust this agent, whether she has approached you in representing you in selling your property, or if you are a buyer interested in a property she is selling.
She has no qualms about lying straight to your or your agent’s face at any point in the purchase process, from first viewing, to negotiation, to the inspection and review period.
Here is my story:
I was interested in a property in the West Loop neighborhood she was the sellers’ agent on. It needed some work, but I went back for a second viewing. We had some questions about the condo itself and about the association. When my agent contacted Lydia, she danced around the questions, saying the owner was out of town and unreachable, but she will try to find the answers for us. Ok, whatever, it was a decent deal at list, and I decided to make an offer anyway, below list. Heard back immediately from Lydia saying there were now multiple offers and they needed highest and best. This was my first time looking, and I had seen many properties, so I was ready: I went in at list. Low and behold, my offer was accepted. Then the fun began…
I knew the place needed work and was not occupied, but during the inspection, so, so many little things turned up, like mold in the dishwasher. Not to mention that my inspector was not allowed on the roof to inspect the compressor. When it came down to it, after the inspection, there were so many little things wrong it made me question my decision, yet, none of the issues on their own were deal-​breakers. On to the attorney review…
Thankfully I had an incredibly bright and caring attorney. He took a look at the contract and declared it null and void because the listed sellers were Marigold Investments and contract was «signed» Marigold Investments, not by an individual representative. After he did some digging, turns out, the unit was unoccupied for several years, and had been bought by Marigold Investments at auction or short sale. He also discovered that Lydia was part owner of Marigold Investments. So, let’s back up for a moment… When we had questions about this property during my second viewing and inspection, and Lydia could not answer because, in her own words, the owner was in Europe and unreachable, she flat-​out lied to my agent and everyone representing me in this deal.
I quickly backed out of that one and thankfully was able to get my earnest money back. I continued my search, and soon found the right place for me.
I won’t speak to who was my great team in my deal, I reviewed them separately. I’m only here to warn others about Lydia, and to stay away from any future encounters you may have with her. She is dishonest and completely unscrupulous. If this review helps only one person steer clear from a deal involving her, I will be happy I wrote it. But really, I’m hoping nobody does business with Lydia ever again. The world would be a better place.

For my 1300^th review, I thought I would review a real estate agent who I feel should really be highlighted. Re/​Max City is very fortunate to have him on their team. His name is Hector Acevedo. I was referred to Hector when I had requested to view a property through
. I had worked with a Re/​Max employee before and did not have a good experience with her. Thankfully I did not have the same problems while working with Hector.
I had contacted Hector to view four properties on two separate occasions. After two trips and after four showings, we did not put any bids on any properties. Hector was very nice about it and did not pressure us to buy. He sensed our hesitation and knew we needed time.
Fast forward almost a year later… I contact Hector again and he remembered me! This time, I bring in new relatives in the picture who are looking to take advantage of the low market prices. Hector was very professional, informative, and patient to work with my difficult relatives. My relatives can be very picky with many questions, sometimes to the point of annoying. But Hector, being the laid back person that he is, didn’t seem to mind the questions. I was definitely impressed.
There were so many obstacles working with my relatives but Hector was always VERY flexible with his time. He made good suggestions and was really knowledgeable about the process of REO properties, foreclosed properties, short sale properties, etc. When my relatives needed an attorney, he even recommended one to us (because I did not know of any good ones).
If you want a good realtor, definitely look up Hector. He is all about providing good customer service to his clients, getting to know his clients, and recommending the best options for his clients. He is NOT like a sleazy car salesman looking to make the most profit from you. He works hard by working on weekends and late in the evenings to accommodate his clients or potential clients schedules.
Here is his info:

We have been working with Regina Zak Tomas from Remax City to sell our house, and she has been outstanding! She has taken our endless phone calls, been present at the buyer inspection and never failed to keep us positive! I cannot imagine ever using another realtor to sell our property. She has gotten at least 30 people in to view our home in a matter of months and continues to keep our listing fresh and appealing. I highly recommend her!