Kai U. Schirmacher
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Specialties
Buyer’s Agent, Listing Agent, Relocation, Consulting
Education
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"My husband and I were first time home buyers, and Kai was very professional and knowledgeable in guiding us through the process. He is also very knowledgeable about the Lincoln Park/Old Town/Lakeview neighborhoods and was able to offer a local’s perspective on each informing us about schools, parks, restaurants, transportation options, etc. As it was our first home search, he showed us a wide variety of places and quickly identified exactly the type of house we were looking for. He was always very responsive and made the process extremely easy for us. We love the home we found, and we would highly recommend Kai." - Sarah
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"My husband and I couldn't decide whether to buy or rent when we first moved to Chicago. We most likely drove Kai crazy with our search but nothing bothered him. He enjoyed showing us around the city and set up a ton of appointments for us. He helped us find the perfect home for us and we have been there for 2 years now. We have recommended and will continue to recommend Kai to all of our friends."
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"Kai is truly a great guy! Every time I've ever needed Kai, he has always been there. Extremely reliable, dependable, and honest, Kai is a stand out guy!" - Paige
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"Kai makes even the most challenging deals happen! Not matter how challenging the situation, Kai always does what is needed to seal the deal. Kai is a one-of-a-kind agent and I am honored to work with him!"
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"I was relocating from Manhattan to Chicago and needed to learn the neighborhoods and find a place that was convenient for both work and dinners/social areas, I was looking for more of an upscale rental.
I was referred to Kai by a friend who had worked with him to purchase his home and I am so glad that he did.
Upon arriving in Chicago Kai had already done a tremendous amount of research that I was able to digest and give myself some footing as we looked at properties. What I enjoyed as much as his knowledge of the neighborhoods was his candor about his view on the property, issues I may have and if he thought it was really what I wanted or if I could do better.
I only had to go on two outings with Kai and found a place that I absolutely love. When the listing posted I immediately asked Kai if we could see the property and he made changes to his schedule to accomodate my request as I was leaving the country. The listing received multiple bids that day, and following Kai's advice on positioning I was able to get the lease and I absolutely love where I live. I will be sure to use Kai in the future for anything I need regarding real estate, I feel very fortunate in having been referred to him, HIGHLY RECOMMEND!" - Dustin
Kai is thrilled to now merge his business with his long-time colleague Sarah Ambrose. Together they have formed the Chicago Nest team. They believe their detailed market knowledge, experience and unique skill set combined with the state of the art technology that Compass offers, will allow them to provide an unparalleled high level of service.
They have over 25 years of combined experience in the Chicagoland real estate market across all aspects of transactions ranging from first time buyers to multi-million dollar custom homes. Kai and Sarah have assisted buyers and sellers in a large variety of Chicago neighborhoods. Rental transactions also play a big part in their business and their familiarity with all the facets of the rental market in Chicago has helped them represent countless tenants and landlords.
Before moving to Chicago in 2003, Kai lived in Germany, Singapore, and then England where he met his wife Amanda while studying International Business at Regent College in London. Amanda comes from an old Chicago family, and he felt that Chicago would be the ideal place to be married and raise their family. The Schirmacher family lives on the border of North Center and Lincoln Square on Chicago’s north side. They are blessed with two great kids who are growing up too quickly. He enjoys volunteering at their school, the Latin School of Chicago. They enjoy exploring various neighborhoods with their 1 year old Bernedoodle Louie. Kai also likes discovering new restaurants in the city and competitive sailing on Lake Michigan.