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Dan Loves Houses
Agent
4.9 stars
66 Reviews
Markets served
Glenview, IL
Lake Forest, IL
Morton Grove, IL
Northbrook, IL
Glencoe, IL
Skokie, IL
Evanston, IL
Park Ridge, IL
Kenilworth, IL
Highland, IL
Highland Park, IL
Northfield, IL
Wilmette, IL
Lincolnwood, IL
Chicago, IL
About us
I am an investor-friendly agent specializing in buy & holds, fix & flips, BRRRR's, house-hack's, 1031 exchanges, MTR's & STR's. If you came across from my appearance on the BiggerPockets Podcast, it is great to meet you: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-817 Whether you are a seasoned real estate investor or someone looking for a mentor to buy your very first investment property, I can help you find that property you are looking to buy. My wife and I have been investing in properties for the last 2 decades. Our very first investment was a house hack: a property we bought and lived on one floor while a renter lived on another floor to help pay our mortgage. We eventually rehabbed that property and sold it before buying and selling dozens of other properties in Chicago and the suburbs. We also own rental properties that we manage. I am excited to help you accomplish your investment goals and will share any info I have about my personal experience.
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Residential
Reviews (66)
4.9 stars
66 Reviews
4.9 stars
51 Reviews
5.0 stars
15 Reviews
5.0 stars
2 weeks ago
Reviewed by
karl langner
Dan Nelson has been wonderful with assisting me with my first investment property. His assistance and guidance were invaluable and so reassuring throughout the whole process. Cannot recommend him enough as an investor realtor.
5.0 stars
3 months ago
Reviewed by
Alexander Cowan
Dan and his team did an amazing job. During the process they answered all my questions, responded quickly and effectively and went above and beyond. I made the purchase before moving to Chicago and will definitely utilize Dan the next time I buy real estate.
Thank you Dan and team.
5.0 stars
4 months ago
Reviewed by
Luc Langlois
Great experience working with Dan and his entire team. They took the time to help me find the perfect rental property. Their knowledge of the market and Chicago real estate investing is unparalleled and draws upon decades of experience. Whether you’re buying your first property or are a seasoned investor, you need Dan on your team. Looking forward to countless future transactions together. 100/10
5.0 stars
7 months ago
Reviewed by
Craig Kalinowski
Aspiring investors, look no further! Dan understands the real estate investing game very well and is perfect for anyone looking to find a distressed multi-family home to house hack! He is great at understanding the level of work you are looking to do and will tailor the home search to what makes the most sense. His unmatched professionalism, responsiveness and willingness to answer questions was very helpful in driving my decisions. Dan goes above and beyond and as I complete my work with this current house, I'll be calling him back when it's time for the next one!
5.0 stars
9 months ago
Reviewed by
Anthony
Dan has been the most helpful real estate agent. I am very new to real estate investing and he has helped me tremendously. At the beginning, my goal was to find an agent that would mentor me and help me through the process. Not only did Dan provide that for me, he went above and beyond. Dan is very knowledgeable and gets back to you with answers quickly. He provides feedback and researches any questions you have for him. Dan has many clients and properties of his own yet he will make time and put you as a priority. I will be recommending Dan to everyone I know.
5.0 stars
a year ago
Reviewed by
Julie Stirnaman
Patient and flexible. :) I’ve been looking for an investment property for 2-3 years and Dan has been with me all along, helpful and encouraging throughout. Since he is an investor himself, he shared helpful thoughts and advice from an investors perspective, verses just trying to make a sale. And when it was finally time - he helped negotiate a good price and credit at closing. I would definitely recommend Dan and his team!
5.0 stars
8 months ago
Reviewed by
Alex Yelderman
Dan got me the house of my dreams for an amazing price. That's five stars right there, but there's so much more. Dan also connected me with an electrician, plumber, and various other contractors - and *met them at the house when I was out of town for work*. I honestly don't think I've ever worked with someone (in any context) more committed to making my life easier. He went way above and beyond. I could not recommend him more highly!
5.0 stars
9 months ago
Reviewed by
Brandon Teng
Starting our investment journey in Chicagoland was a breeze, all thanks to Dan Nelson. With his years in the game, he really understands what works and what doesn’t. He got us quickly connected on Zenlist to find our perfect match property. One day we were at the open house and the next we were under contract even when there were multiple competing offers.
Negotiations? Dan had our backs, securing the deal like a pro. He even lined us up with the best lenders and lawyers around. When our closing date was getting tricky or when we needed to negotiate for credits, Dan stepped in, shifted things around, and made it work for us. And when we had to jet out of the country for a month, he kept us in the loop like we never left, making sure everything was smooth sailing.
Dan and his team was tremendous help here – responsive, resourceful, and always on their A-game. He’s also an investor himself and helped us navigate beyond just the buying process. He gave steps on what to do next and general recommendations for our property in our neighborhood. He made the whole process seem like a walk in the park. I really appreciated his willingness to always help and I’m looking forward to working with him and his team again.
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Julie Stirnaman
Patient and flexible. :) I’ve been looking for an investment property for 2-3 years and Dan Nelson has been with me all along, helpful and encouraging throughout. Since he is an investor himself, he shared helpful thoughts and advice from an investors perspective, verses just trying to make a sale. And when it was finally time - he helped negotiate a good price and credit at closing. I would definitely recommend Dan and his team!
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Terrence Terrell
Dan is one of the best in the business! His real estate knowledge and ability are some of the best I've ever worked with. He knows how to find, analyze, and negotiate properties for both local and out of town investors alike. I cannot recommend Dan more highly!
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Elbert O.
I had the pleasure of working with Dan as my real estate agent during an extensive search for a property in Chicago. His expertise, extensive knowledge of the market and its neighborhoods, and insights made him an invaluable asset throughout the entire buying process. But what really sets him apart is his reliability and patience: my search extended for a year and he was with me the entire way.
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Terrence Terrell
Dan is one of the best in the business! His real estate knowledge and ability are some of the best I've ever worked with. He knows how to find, analyze, and negotiate properties for both local and out of town investors alike. I cannot recommend Dan more highly!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Emin Okic
What would you do for a good agent? I'll tell you what I would do... anything. Dan goes above and beyond for his people by ensuring they are taken care of every step of the way. When you work with Dan, you know he is working behind the scenes to give you peace of mind. A great source of knowledge too, and I learned 10x more from Dan than I had known before. You can't go wrong when you go with Dan!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Gurleen B.
I had the pleasure of working with Dan Nelson on purchasing my first property in Chicago. He was always available, incredibly patient and a wealth of knowledge. I couldn't have done this without his guidance and support: Thank you, Dan!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Melissa Cafagna
Dan (aka “Dan the man” as we affectionately call him) is a true diamond in the rough. He was referred to me by a friend that had just purchased a property a few months prior. Dan is super consultative in his approach and wants the best for his clients. He’s not going to just tell you what you want to hear to get a sale.
In todays market, buyer’s agents don’t have to do much, so having an agent like Dan that cares for his clients is important. We started our house hunting process with Dan in November 2022 when we visited Chicago for a 2 week scouting trip. As homebuyers coming from another state we were unsure about what neighborhood we wanted to settle in. Dan gave us a top notch lay of the land. We later told him our timeline and let him know we wanted to move late Winter/Spring 2023.
We started submitting offers in the middle of January and had an accepted offer by the last week of January, with an estimated close for the last week of February. If you’re doing a relocation timing is everything, so I was therefore very nervous/anxious that we would not be able to complete the close within the month.
Dan made sure that the process moved along smoothly and in a timely fashion. Dan advocated for our needs at every turn. He will go toe to toe with the seller’s agent to make sure you get the credits you deserve. When we got to the closing table we only had to pay 2K (10% of what we were expecting to pay).
I have no doubt that when I purchase or sell again in the future I will look no further than Dan the man.
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Allen Jiles
Dan is everything you want in a real estate agent. I will recommend Dan everyday of the week. He made my cross country move to Chicago the best experience with his knowledge, wisdom and honesty. His communication is great and he goes above and beyond for you as his client. Dan is the man!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Abbas Mamdani
I just purchased my first investment property working with Dan. His help with the whole process was tremendous. He is very knowledgeable and responsive and really helped me get educated with the nuances of the purchase process and rental property management. His experience as a Landlord himself was extremely useful to us. He also connected me with trustworthy and knowledgeable contractors in the area. Overall, great experience and I would highly recommend him.
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Martin Mullen
We worked with Dan to find a place for our son to live in while he attends college. Dan knows Chicago real estate, which was really helpful to us as we are from out of state. He was great about dedicating big chunks of time to showing us properties on several weekends when we were able to fly in to search for a condo. It worked out great. We figured out the area we wanted to buy in and then found a great unit. Thanks Dan!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Neda Esfahani
I was looking to work with a realtor that was investor friendly. Dan is an investor himself and was able share an encyclopedic knowledge of investing in the Chicago area. He helped me get an amazing price and came to the property multiple times and directed me and the contractor to make sure we were working on parts of the house that would have the biggest impact on resale or to refinance.
We just purchased a second property with Dan and it is going extremely well. Dan is easy to work with, he really cares, and works as a mentor on your projects. I cannot recommend him strongly enough.
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Bryan Anthony Pratt
My wife and I began searching for Investment properties in Chicago. We were fortunate to be connected with Dan Nelson through BiggerPockets. Dan was a professional throughout the process. He has a deep understanding of the realty market in Chicago and offers a very personable approach making sure the client is informed and has all of their questions answered. Dan was always timely and professional in his responses looking out for our best interest with all options clarified. I give Dan and his team the highest of recommendations!!
Bryan
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Jeff Favre
Dan knew all the insides and outsides of finding the right property. We found a first pretty quickly and it's clear he saved me money, much more than I thought. He's helping me buy my second property now, which will be a multi-unit property. Dan proved he understands the current numbers but also is good at projecting the future. Everything he has told me has turned out to be correct and I cannot wait to buy something new. My favorite part of working with Dan, though, is that he listens and he's invested. He wants what's best for me and he's willing to work hard for it.
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Sam Blaisdell
I'm lucky to have found Dan Nelson at Baird & Warner he has been everything I look for in a realtor. We hit it off immediately and he's been instrumental in helping me find an excellent deal on a rental property. He has certainly made the cut for my dream team as I continue my real estate journey and look to scale in the future. I can't wait to hunt for the next deal!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Brandi Davis
Dan Nelson went above and beyond his duties as a Realtor to ensure a smooth transaction continued. Bumps always happen in the process but he really took initiative to take action and communicate with necessary parties to resolve any issues immediately. It can be stressful but with a trusted advisor such as Dan, that was minimized from start to finish. He was not only professional and timely but personable and kind. His knowledge of the area and market was also very helpful in securing the right property for us. My family and I will continue to use Dan, as well as refer him for all future transactions.
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Julie Stirnaman
Patient and flexible. :) I’ve been looking for an investment property for 2-3 years and Dan Nelson has been with me all along, helpful and encouraging throughout. Since he is an investor himself, he shared helpful thoughts and advice from an investors perspective, verses just trying to make a sale. And when it was finally time - he helped negotiate a good price and credit at closing. I would definitely recommend Dan and his team!
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Terrence Terrell
Dan is one of the best in the business! His real estate knowledge and ability are some of the best I've ever worked with. He knows how to find, analyze, and negotiate properties for both local and out of town investors alike. I cannot recommend Dan more highly!
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Elbert O.
I had the pleasure of working with Dan as my real estate agent during an extensive search for a property in Chicago. His expertise, extensive knowledge of the market and its neighborhoods, and insights made him an invaluable asset throughout the entire buying process. But what really sets him apart is his reliability and patience: my search extended for a year and he was with me the entire way.
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Terrence Terrell
Dan is one of the best in the business! His real estate knowledge and ability are some of the best I've ever worked with. He knows how to find, analyze, and negotiate properties for both local and out of town investors alike. I cannot recommend Dan more highly!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Emin Okic
What would you do for a good agent? I'll tell you what I would do... anything. Dan goes above and beyond for his people by ensuring they are taken care of every step of the way. When you work with Dan, you know he is working behind the scenes to give you peace of mind. A great source of knowledge too, and I learned 10x more from Dan than I had known before. You can't go wrong when you go with Dan!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Gurleen B.
I had the pleasure of working with Dan Nelson on purchasing my first property in Chicago. He was always available, incredibly patient and a wealth of knowledge. I couldn't have done this without his guidance and support: Thank you, Dan!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Melissa Cafagna
Dan (aka “Dan the man” as we affectionately call him) is a true diamond in the rough. He was referred to me by a friend that had just purchased a property a few months prior. Dan is super consultative in his approach and wants the best for his clients. He’s not going to just tell you what you want to hear to get a sale.
In todays market, buyer’s agents don’t have to do much, so having an agent like Dan that cares for his clients is important. We started our house hunting process with Dan in November 2022 when we visited Chicago for a 2 week scouting trip. As homebuyers coming from another state we were unsure about what neighborhood we wanted to settle in. Dan gave us a top notch lay of the land. We later told him our timeline and let him know we wanted to move late Winter/Spring 2023.
We started submitting offers in the middle of January and had an accepted offer by the last week of January, with an estimated close for the last week of February. If you’re doing a relocation timing is everything, so I was therefore very nervous/anxious that we would not be able to complete the close within the month.
Dan made sure that the process moved along smoothly and in a timely fashion. Dan advocated for our needs at every turn. He will go toe to toe with the seller’s agent to make sure you get the credits you deserve. When we got to the closing table we only had to pay 2K (10% of what we were expecting to pay).
I have no doubt that when I purchase or sell again in the future I will look no further than Dan the man.
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Allen Jiles
Dan is everything you want in a real estate agent. I will recommend Dan everyday of the week. He made my cross country move to Chicago the best experience with his knowledge, wisdom and honesty. His communication is great and he goes above and beyond for you as his client. Dan is the man!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Abbas Mamdani
I just purchased my first investment property working with Dan. His help with the whole process was tremendous. He is very knowledgeable and responsive and really helped me get educated with the nuances of the purchase process and rental property management. His experience as a Landlord himself was extremely useful to us. He also connected me with trustworthy and knowledgeable contractors in the area. Overall, great experience and I would highly recommend him.
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Martin Mullen
We worked with Dan to find a place for our son to live in while he attends college. Dan knows Chicago real estate, which was really helpful to us as we are from out of state. He was great about dedicating big chunks of time to showing us properties on several weekends when we were able to fly in to search for a condo. It worked out great. We figured out the area we wanted to buy in and then found a great unit. Thanks Dan!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Neda Esfahani
I was looking to work with a realtor that was investor friendly. Dan is an investor himself and was able share an encyclopedic knowledge of investing in the Chicago area. He helped me get an amazing price and came to the property multiple times and directed me and the contractor to make sure we were working on parts of the house that would have the biggest impact on resale or to refinance.
We just purchased a second property with Dan and it is going extremely well. Dan is easy to work with, he really cares, and works as a mentor on your projects. I cannot recommend him strongly enough.
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Bryan Anthony Pratt
My wife and I began searching for Investment properties in Chicago. We were fortunate to be connected with Dan Nelson through BiggerPockets. Dan was a professional throughout the process. He has a deep understanding of the realty market in Chicago and offers a very personable approach making sure the client is informed and has all of their questions answered. Dan was always timely and professional in his responses looking out for our best interest with all options clarified. I give Dan and his team the highest of recommendations!!
Bryan
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Jeff Favre
Dan knew all the insides and outsides of finding the right property. We found a first pretty quickly and it's clear he saved me money, much more than I thought. He's helping me buy my second property now, which will be a multi-unit property. Dan proved he understands the current numbers but also is good at projecting the future. Everything he has told me has turned out to be correct and I cannot wait to buy something new. My favorite part of working with Dan, though, is that he listens and he's invested. He wants what's best for me and he's willing to work hard for it.
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Sam Blaisdell
I'm lucky to have found Dan Nelson at Baird & Warner he has been everything I look for in a realtor. We hit it off immediately and he's been instrumental in helping me find an excellent deal on a rental property. He has certainly made the cut for my dream team as I continue my real estate journey and look to scale in the future. I can't wait to hunt for the next deal!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Brandi Davis
Dan Nelson went above and beyond his duties as a Realtor to ensure a smooth transaction continued. Bumps always happen in the process but he really took initiative to take action and communicate with necessary parties to resolve any issues immediately. It can be stressful but with a trusted advisor such as Dan, that was minimized from start to finish. He was not only professional and timely but personable and kind. His knowledge of the area and market was also very helpful in securing the right property for us. My family and I will continue to use Dan, as well as refer him for all future transactions.
5.0 stars
2 weeks ago
Reviewed by
karl langner
Dan Nelson has been wonderful with assisting me with my first investment property. His assistance and guidance were invaluable and so reassuring throughout the whole process. Cannot recommend him enough as an investor realtor.
5.0 stars
3 months ago
Reviewed by
Alexander Cowan
Dan and his team did an amazing job. During the process they answered all my questions, responded quickly and effectively and went above and beyond. I made the purchase before moving to Chicago and will definitely utilize Dan the next time I buy real estate.
Thank you Dan and team.
5.0 stars
4 months ago
Reviewed by
Luc Langlois
Great experience working with Dan and his entire team. They took the time to help me find the perfect rental property. Their knowledge of the market and Chicago real estate investing is unparalleled and draws upon decades of experience. Whether you’re buying your first property or are a seasoned investor, you need Dan on your team. Looking forward to countless future transactions together. 100/10
5.0 stars
7 months ago
Reviewed by
Craig Kalinowski
Aspiring investors, look no further! Dan understands the real estate investing game very well and is perfect for anyone looking to find a distressed multi-family home to house hack! He is great at understanding the level of work you are looking to do and will tailor the home search to what makes the most sense. His unmatched professionalism, responsiveness and willingness to answer questions was very helpful in driving my decisions. Dan goes above and beyond and as I complete my work with this current house, I'll be calling him back when it's time for the next one!
5.0 stars
9 months ago
Reviewed by
Anthony
Dan has been the most helpful real estate agent. I am very new to real estate investing and he has helped me tremendously. At the beginning, my goal was to find an agent that would mentor me and help me through the process. Not only did Dan provide that for me, he went above and beyond. Dan is very knowledgeable and gets back to you with answers quickly. He provides feedback and researches any questions you have for him. Dan has many clients and properties of his own yet he will make time and put you as a priority. I will be recommending Dan to everyone I know.
5.0 stars
a year ago
Reviewed by
Julie Stirnaman
Patient and flexible. :) I’ve been looking for an investment property for 2-3 years and Dan has been with me all along, helpful and encouraging throughout. Since he is an investor himself, he shared helpful thoughts and advice from an investors perspective, verses just trying to make a sale. And when it was finally time - he helped negotiate a good price and credit at closing. I would definitely recommend Dan and his team!
5.0 stars
8 months ago
Reviewed by
Alex Yelderman
Dan got me the house of my dreams for an amazing price. That's five stars right there, but there's so much more. Dan also connected me with an electrician, plumber, and various other contractors - and *met them at the house when I was out of town for work*. I honestly don't think I've ever worked with someone (in any context) more committed to making my life easier. He went way above and beyond. I could not recommend him more highly!
5.0 stars
9 months ago
Reviewed by
Brandon Teng
Starting our investment journey in Chicagoland was a breeze, all thanks to Dan Nelson. With his years in the game, he really understands what works and what doesn’t. He got us quickly connected on Zenlist to find our perfect match property. One day we were at the open house and the next we were under contract even when there were multiple competing offers.
Negotiations? Dan had our backs, securing the deal like a pro. He even lined us up with the best lenders and lawyers around. When our closing date was getting tricky or when we needed to negotiate for credits, Dan stepped in, shifted things around, and made it work for us. And when we had to jet out of the country for a month, he kept us in the loop like we never left, making sure everything was smooth sailing.
Dan and his team was tremendous help here – responsive, resourceful, and always on their A-game. He’s also an investor himself and helped us navigate beyond just the buying process. He gave steps on what to do next and general recommendations for our property in our neighborhood. He made the whole process seem like a walk in the park. I really appreciated his willingness to always help and I’m looking forward to working with him and his team again.