What our clients are saying
Wonderful throughout the entire process.
Paul, Chicago
Seller
These Team are outstanding especially Al he’s the guy that’s easy to work with..and ready to help you all the way until the closing and after the closing..he never get tired to answering your question..Thank you very much Al and your team..I will recommend 101% this Team.
The level of service and attention to stated priorities at A&R is unmatched! My family was able to purchase our dream home despite various hurdles throughout the process -- we certainly placed our trust in the right realtor with Al!
Highly recommend working with A&R. Have worked with them twice, both buying and selling. Agents are very knowledgeable and professional. Respond to all questions and needs at all times of the day and weekend. Looking forward to working with them to buy my next property. Top shelf realty agency!
Rosa was the best! She was so patient with us as we went through many lemons before finding our forever home.
Thank you Rosa for everything. I would totally recommend her to anyone looking to buy a home.
Al was a great help throughout the entire process of me purchasing my duplex. He taught me a lot and actually cared about what I wanted and put me in the best position to do so. I appreciate every text, call, email he made for me. I couldn’t be happier with my service.
Deron, Chicago
Buyer
Al went above and beyond to assist me with my home purchase. I was undergoing chemo during my purchase and he stepped up to make this extremely easy. thanks you for everything.
Simply the best!
Joseph and Lauren, Schiller Park
Buyer
"My husband and I have known Al for some years now. As a realtor, we have found him to be very professional, knowledgeable, and efficient. We have found his knowledge of the market to be valuable and has made the process of buying our home easy and enjoyable to navigate. We highly recommend A&R Realty!"
Guadalupe Gonzalez
Buyer
"My overall sales experience was by far my best experience with any team ever. As a second time home buyer, the amount of work and dedication that Al and Rosa gave me far exceeds any expectation. I truly had the best team on my side and will have them on my side over and over again. 10/10 recommendation if you want the best team that puts your needs before anything else."
Jose, Chicago
Buyer
"I have heard from family and friends of the high quality service that Al Canaveral and A&R Realty offer and was excited to experience it myself. I was not disappointed! Al is very knowledgeable and patient with all of my many first-time homeowner questions. He made the process so simple to understand and went above and beyond to ensure a happy and smooth experience. I am so happy I went with Al Canaveral and A&R Realty!"
Deana Lozada
Buyer
"Very committed and knowledgeable."
Jose, Berwyn
Buyer
"Selling your house can be an emotional time. Al made this whole process comfortable, easy, and pain-free. We were under contract in less than 2 weeks! We couldn't have chosen anyone better. Thanks Al!"
Miguel and Laura, Chicago
Seller
“Al was absolutely phenomenal to work with. He was extremely knowledgeable, flexible, and attentive to details when viewing homes. He was very accessible and provided invaluable advice. I couldn't recommend him enough.”
Jake, Wheaton
Buyer
“Al Canaveral is very knowledgable and patient. My experience with Al Canaveral was excellent ! I would definitely recommend Al to my Family and Friends !!!”
Kumud, Chicago
Buyer
“Al Canaveral along with his partner Rosa Salinas were very professional and helpful at any time. Rosa reacted quick to my questions and concerns by always having an answer almost immediately. Great communication, quick, and professional. My sale went quick and smooth. They submitted any paper work and offer pretty fast which is great in a such high demand market.”
Alejandro, Lincoln Park, Chicago
Buyer
“As first time home buyers, Al Canaveral was very helpful, easy to talk to, and answered any questions we had. He was very flexible with our schedule when booking homes for us to view and took consideration of what areas we were interested in. Despite the Pandemic, he gave us an excellent service. Overall we are happy with our purchase and would highly recommend him to family and friends.
Eleazar & Rosio, Evergreen Park
Buyer
“Al Canaveral did an excellent, excellent job selling the property, Al was very respectful and polite, was extremely knowledgeable, explained the process step by step in a matter which we understood, responded to all our questions and was very accessible at all times. We are very pleased that we had the pleasure of working with him. He made the process of selling the property much easier, definitely someone you can trust and recommend to family and friends!! Excellent experience!!”
Frances, Chicago
Seller
“Awesome”
Nick, Manhattan IL
Buyer
“Rosa and Al are the type of realtors that we all hope for! I have to say that Rosa and Al are by far the BEST realtors we've ever worked with, their professionalism, personality, attention to detail, responsiveness and ability to close the deal was outstanding!! It was truly a pleasure working with them. Thank you both for helping me achieve my dream of homeownership!!”
Lissette, Norridge IL
Buyer
“My husband and I have worked with Al over the last 6 years purchasing 3 properties over time and each time Al has been more than helpful throughout the entire process. However, on our most recent purchase we encountered several setbacks and on several occasions believed the deal would not happen. Throughout our roller coaster ride, Al remained positive and supportive with each decision we made. I can’t express enough how grateful I am for his hard work during this time. Al was an integral part in us closing this deal and providing the dream home we’ve always wanted for our family. He is and will always be our “realtor for life”.”
Leslie, Chicago
Buyer
“Al is a true professional and that is why I chose him.
I had an offer in just 2 days on the market. His professional advise paid off instantly.
Al is a true gentleman. A professional with high ethics and morals.
CENTURY 21 Affiliated closed the deal when selling my home. They went above and beyond to accommodate my every request. No one Else could have done it better. Period.
Al has a strong sales background and provided me with quantifiable data to make an educated decision based on current market numbers.”
Julio, Elmhurst
Seller
“Never once did I consider dealing with or replacing the broker offered to me.
Al took great care of me every step of the way. Especially with me being a first time home buyer and ignorant of a lot of things, he was very helpful and patient.
Refer to previous comment box. Al was stellar.
Rosa helped Al a couple times with me and she was equally excellent in taking care of my needs.
Buying a home for the first time, going through a divorce, and managing a crisis in a hospital made my life extremely hard all at once. Al and Rosa made the home experience much smoother and less stressful than I thought it could be.”
Adam Chicago
Buyer
“Al is a very well-spoken, knowledgeable and quick thinking agent. I have recommended him to other family and friends and will continue to do so. I look forward to working with him again in the future.”
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Cesar, Chicago
Buyer
“Al was very good and we had a pleasure working with him on our home buying experience!”
Adan, Chicago
Buyer
“Al is very professional, provided clarification when needed, and supported us throughout this process.”
Jessica, Chicago
Buyer
“I was blessed to have Al Canaveral as my realtor. He completely appreciated my timeline for purchasing a home and with very little time aided in targeting a closing date that met my timeline. He maintained professional decorum throughout and was completely patient in helping me to navigate through my first home purchase. He recommended a wonderful real estate attorney who then recommended a lender who treated me better than the lender with whom I had initially started the process. I will recommend Al to friends and family and hope to have an opportunity to work with him again.”
Maribel, Villa Park
Buyer
“Al Canaveral was a excellent real estate agent from start to finish! He was very efficient if we had questions, the question were always answered in a timely matter. Will definitely recommend to a friend!”
Ebony, Berwyn
Buyer
“Al was knowledgeable and courteous. We appreciated his calm, organized approach.”
Naperville Seller
Seller
“Al did a great job helping me and my wife during our home buying process. He always answered our questions, had the proper knowledge through our the process and showed great patience with us since we were first time home buyers. Al would be a great fit for anyone during their home buying process!!”
Enrique, Elk Grove Village
Buyer
“Al was there for me from start to finish. Very pleased!”
Oak Park Buyer
Buyer
"This is my second testimonial for Al Canaveral, and let me tell you - HE IS AWESOME! If you have doubts about using him to help you sell or buy your next home, rest assured he will get the job done. I felt like buying my last home was a piece of cake because he provides the white-glove treatment for all of his clients. The sad thing about this industry is that almost anyone can pass themselves off as "experts", but you soon find out that they are only experts in name and nothing else. AL CANAVERAL set the bar high! I am excited at the thought of our next deal because I know I will be treated with respect, given expert consultation, and HE WILL GET THE JOB DONE. These other agents like to pretend, AL DELIVERS."
Samuel, Berwyn
Buyer
"I recently accepted a job in Chicago and was told I needed to live in Chicago. This made my wife very nervous to leave the town she grew up in. We were referred to Al by family and explained to him my wife’s nervous fears. Well from our initial conversation until closing, he was nothing short of excellence. He paid great attention to detail and helped us find a neighborhood where my wife would feel most comfortable. We looked at many houses but the first one he took us to was the one we fell in love with. As first time homebuyers, we had many questions and Al guided us each step of the way. We couldn’t have had a better experience. We highly recommend using Al for all your home buying/selling needs and will be referring him to all our family and friends!"
Miguel & Laura, Chicago
Buyer
"Al spent a lot of time with us at our home planning each step of the sale
He was quick to respond to any questions that arose
We highly recommend him to anyone interested in selling their home"
Tony and Dianna Wiese, Chicago
Seller
"Al and Rosa are very professional and knowledgeable. The buying procedure was smooth and quick. Al and Rosa understand the needs of the customers. They are very diligent, hard working and always be on time for appointment. Plus, their negotiation skills are unbeatable. I will recommend them to everybody.
I am glad to work with Al and Rosa! They both are excellent!"
May, Illinois
Buyer
"I would recommend Al Canaveral to my friends and family. He was very professional, knowledgeable with his details of his work, and he was very helpful when things had to change. I’m new with purchasing a home and he recommended me multiple options that was able to help me out."
Phillip, Bronzeville
Buyer
"Al and his team wrote the book when it comes to professionalism and costumer satisfaction. They truly went above and beyond to ensure my family and I were well informed at all times. They left no detail out. My Family and I LOVE our new home and only one Team was up to the task. Al Canaveral and his team. Cudos.
Since the very first introduction over the phone with Al Canaveral, I knew he would be the perfect man for the job. I will never have enough time to THANK him and Rosa for a very well orchestrated and executed DREAM home purchase. Just love them."
Mezamedina Family, Elmhurst
Buyer
"This is my second property in which i have worked with Al. His willingness to go the extra mile along with his dedication to timely responses is the reason I will continue to work with him in the future."
Conner, Chicago
Buyer
"Al was an amazing agent. He exceeded our expectations. He went above and beyond for us. We couldn’t be more satisfied. Al is well-versed regarding VA home loans. I would recommend Al to everyone, especially veterans. Thank you for helping us find our dream home."
Jose, Chicago
Buyer
"Al and his staff are tremendously great to work with.
We gave them what we wanted and like magic they made it happen. Even though we where first timers, we felt comfortable with Al and his staff. Rosa, Als assistant was very pleasantly aware to details that we had no idea about. We are pleased and happy to have meet the team from century 21 amd we'd gladly work along side them in the future."
Joseph, Chicago
Buyer
"Al was great. Professional, even-keeled and highly accessible, but still a firm negotiator. We'd definitely work with him again."
Vernon, Chicago
Seller
"It was an absolute pleasure to work with Al through my first home purchase. Extremely knowledgeable, and more importantly he was extremely honest. I wouldn't hesistate to reccomend to family and friends, or to utilize his services again in the future."
Dez, Broadview
Buyer
"One of the best experiences I’ve had, especially being a first time homebuyer. He answered every question I had, whenever I had them. Overall a really easy process and glad I chose Al."
Wolfgang
Buyer
"I thought Al was extremely knowledgeable and very patient during this process."
Ervin, Country Club Hills
Buyer
"Al was great! He is very knowledgeable and gets things done quickly and effectively. He was very professional and available for us at all times. He really cares about his clients and makes sure that we get the best deal."
CV
Buyer
"Al is the REAL deal! His ability to provide wise counsel, negotiate, and get things done is without equal. It’s all the little things that he does to get a deal done that makes him rise above the competition. From providing accurate earnest money instructions, to signing the proper paperwork with the city-he just knows the ins and outs of this industry. As a first-time home buyer, he made the process so easy! What sets him apart is his wealth of experience in real estate, his unwavering commitment to honesty and his client’s satisfaction. I would gladly recommend Al to all my friends and family, because Al knows how to respect and treat his clients and delivers every time (even on Sundays!). When we are ready to buy again, I know exactly who to call- AL CANAVERAL! Two thumbs WAY up!"
Sam, Berwyn
Buyer
"Al is great to work with very nice guy i would recommend h8m to all my Veteran friends any anyone else looking to purchase property.This is my first purchase and he shared a great deal of knowledge about the entire process from beginning to end. Thank you so much AL. Michael Heard Jr. MPA U.S. Army Combat Vet"
Michael, Chicago
Buyer
"Al is a very professional, honest, knowledgeable real estate agent who not only listened to my specific needs but found a home that exceeded my expectations. I was a first time buyer and was really nervous about the process; he guided me through the inspections, documents, etc. all the way to the closing date. Having someone with experience every step of the way made this a wonderful experience. If you want results I will strongly recommend Al, he did an amazing job!!"
Grecia, Forest Park
Buyer
"Great guy to work with, I would definitely work with him again."
Cesar, Chicago
Buyer
"Al did an understanding job. He stayed with the process from beginning til the end. As a buyer, you want someone who knows the game so that you don't have any missteps which could be financially costly. Al filled that void and did an excellent job conveying the information to me so that I could make a sound decision."
Rob, Chicago
Buyer
"Was extremely impressed with al.made a extremely stressful experience alot easier.would definately recommend al,he got us a great house never gave up on us thanks"
Mike, Evergreen Park
Buyer
"Al was recommended by Veterans United Home Loans because he is knowledgeable of VA requirements. I met with Al when he showed me the first property, and I liked his personality and demeanor enough that I didn't find it necessary to look for anybody else. As a first time home buyer I needed somebody who could answer questions and would be patient with my many questions and concerns. Al fulfilled those requirements. He was quick to respond to phone calls, texts, and emails. Also, he is very knowledgeable about what the VA requires when approving home loans. At one point he found a solution to a problem that the VA representative hadn't even thought of. After all of the properties I looked at and asked him to show me, the condo I ended up purchasing was one that he found."
Robert, Rogers Park, Chicago
Buyer
"Al was truly a pleasure to work with. I honestly feel that I couldn't have worked with anyone else. We had a lot of hurdles to overcome, but Al worked to get me over them. If I ever decide to sale I will definitely give Al a call. If you need an amazing realtor, Al is your guy!"
Ryon, Bellwood
Buyer
"Al was awesome!! We are first time buyers and Al made the experience a great memory to always remember!! In some way, he will be part of this home as well!"
Hustavo, Shorewood
Buyer
"Al was very paitent and understanding throughout the whole home shopping experience. He was flexible with his schedule and very accommodating when it came to seeing the homes later in the evening or early in the morning. He was very knowledgeable very helpful and respectful even when being bombarded with multiple questions from my wife and he never lost his cool. He helped us look for a home for about 2 in half years if thats not dedication I dont know what is! Overall I would definitely recommend him to anyone who is trying to find a home or sell a home! I have no complaints about Al he was awesome to work with!"
Joey, Chicago
Buyer
"It was great working with Al Canaveral. He was always very helpful and made sure to keep in mind what it was that we were looking for. He always shared his knowledge and opinion on things which was extremely beneficial. Al was always available regardless of our work schedules. Also, as a first-time home buyer there were a lot of questions we would have and Al Canaveral was always there to help and clear things up.
It truly was a great pleasure working with Al Canaveral and will definitely refer him to colleagues."
Berwyn, IL
Buyer
"Al is a very great sales affiliate and shows great posse in what he does..outstanding guy...great job"
Robell ,Chicago
Buyer
"Al helped me for over a year and a couple of months to finally find a perfect home to purchase. He was there along the way the entire time and helped with negotiations. I'd recommend Al to anyone looking to purchase a home Both Veterans and Non."
Mike, Streamwood
Buyer
"Al was outstanding in helping me find and close on a home during my relocation. Although I lived in California the purchase went seamlessly thanks to all of his efforts."
Greg, Chicago
Buyer
"As an investor, its critical to have in market relationships with real estate professionals that understand local markets and neighborhood trends. Al understands my needs as an investor which is the first and most important part of any transaction."
S.C. Scottsdale AZ.
Buyer
"Al was very professional and knowledgable throughout my wife and i's entire home buying experience. We would strongly recommend him in the future."
Brandon, Chicago
Buyer
"The company gave me orders to move from Las Vegas and be on deck in 6 days. Al worked with my best friend to view 5 homes we identified. After a long Saturday of looking, we identified the best home for me. I was 2,000 miles away and wanted the home off the Market on a late Saturday afternoon. He found a solution, got the home off the Market.
He picked me up at ORD and we viewed he home the following Tuesday. Gave the Escrow check and from that moment he was spot on with every aspect of the Sale. He will be my Agent! I will recommend him to colleagues and
Friends!"
James, Chicago Area
Buyer
"Al Canaveral displayed professional polish "always on" at all times, in all dealings, and in all communication. He spoke quickly, right to the point, listened to our needs and met them. You could set a clock to his promised times of arrival.
Al and his associate Sam Tardi smoothed out a sometimes bumpy process thanks to some issues on the seller's end of the deal. I can see how badly things can go when the wrong agent has a hand somewhere in the process. The crew were definitely the good guys in all this. I have nothing but gratitude for their help in my purchase, and fully intend to book them for the sale of my moving-out home soon."
Kevin, Lyons
Buyer
"Al Canaveral, is a person to trust in purchasing and selling a home. My experience with Al in purchasing a home was excellent. He was patient, polite, good listener, has great communication, knows the market, helps you find the home and make the deal etc. I would recommend Al to my friends and family. Chose Al Canaveral and you will not regret. Thank you Al for your service. My family and I appreciate everything you did for us. Thanks to Al we are homeowners."
Raymundo, Schaumburg
Buyer
"I had the pleasure of working with Alberto on 4 other properties in several areas of Chicago over the last 3 years and found him very courteous and knowledgeable professional who made every effort to have the properties sold at the right price. He came highly recommended by a professional real Estate investor and he surpassed my expectations. I in turn would not hesitate to recommend Alberto and look forward to working with him on future investments."
Fansas and Company, Chicago
Buyer
"Very professional and committed.
Very lucky to have him help and guide me through this experience."
Brandon, Chicago
Buyer
