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Office: 312.265.7060 | Cell: 312.545.6356 | Fax: 312.265.7061
Not many can claim to have purchased their first bit of land by age 10, and few have sold real estate by age 17. But Mason Barnes did exactly that, because he's no ordinary agent. His father has been a broker and commercial brokerage CEO for decades, and Mason began following in his footsteps at a very young age.
Today, Mason delights in selling small pieces of the city he loves to and for clients who value his honesty, dedication and personal support.
"This tends to be a relationship business and I enjoy that aspect," says Mason. "My goal is to be the client's Realtor for life, not just for the one transaction."
Knowing that his clients are looking for an ally, whether they're selling or ready to buy, Mason focuses on patiently hearing out every client's needs and expectations. He then diligently monitors the market for properties that are nothing but an ideal fit for his buyers, while selling listed homes in record time.
"Chicago is a city of neighborhoods," Mason explains, "there can be mini-markets within the larger Chicago market, which means there's something for everyone." And he can find anything for anyone. Backed by Dream Town's tools of technology and client-focused support system, Mason can stay fully aware of the ever-changing Chicago market while devoting the whole of his attention to the clients who rely on him.
His studies in marketing and consumer behavior, plus over a decade of experience in the Chicago market, allow Mason to fully understand the position of buyers and sellers and help him see potential transactions from every angle. With this kind of insight and understanding, Mason is able to lead any client to success.
Of course, Mason's relationship with his clients rarely ends after a closing. He remains a source of support, whether clients need help with repairs, updates or all-new transactions.
And when he finds a moment away from the realm of real estate, Mason can be found exploring his amateur foodie passions or cheering on his favorite college football team. He's also a serious travel buff with keen interests in aviation and architecture.
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Elena Cortez
Mason was recommended to me by a close friend who had just purchased a home here in Chicago. My friend is not an easy person to please, so if he thought Mason did a great job, I knew he would do a great job for me. And he did. He is very calm, organized and really listened to my wants and needs for my new condo. He was always available to answer any questions or concerns I had--and there were many, as it was my first time purchase. I have no regrets about the entire process, and would highly recommend Mason!
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Lincoln Beppu
Mason had been helping me search for my first home for over two years. He displayed great patience with me the entire way as we looked at dozens of places, and even had one under contract that fell through (to no fault of Mason's). Last spring we finally found the right fit, and he fought hard to get my offer accepted and under contract. Even more of his patience was required as it was a short sell that took about 5 months to close, but Mason was there to help me every step of the way. I love my new home, and Mason's expertise and professionalism was a big part of making this possible.
I would (and already have) recommend Mason to my friends or anyone searching for a home in Chicago.
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Dipak P.
Lincoln Park
If you are looking for a great Realtor, I highly recommend Mason Barnes. He was very patient with me while we went through many places before finding the home I purchased. Spread the word, Mason is great!
Dipak P., Lincoln Park
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Warren S.
Buena Park
Mason was great to work with! He has a phenomenal knowledge of the Chicago real estate market and the local buying/selling process. Mason really worked a lot with me to help identify my needs and wishes in regards to my new home. He was very patient and was able to make me realize what was really the best option for me. I would highly recommend Mason to any of my friends or colleagues!
Warren S., Buena Park
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Courtney W.
Lakeview
Mason does a great job of walking you through the entire process and making sure each decision is your own. I came to him with a LOT of questions and he always answered each one effectively and in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend him as a helpful, reliable REALTOR.
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Eddie Urzua
Mason you have been very professional, knowledgeable and ready to meet the needs of your customers. I felt confident that you were going to everything possible to help us sell our property with dignity and with hopefully best financial advantage to us as sellers. You did both, and more. I would definitely would use your professional services in the future when for buying or selling. Thanks for your hard work. it finally paid off!!!
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Nick and Brandy
East Rogers Park
Mason Barnes is an outstanding Real Estate Agent. He is punctual, thorough, patient, and determined to find the house that suits your needs. We didn't have a lot of options and we were on a strict time limit. Mason followed through, committed to finding the perfect home for our new family. My partner, Nick, and I were so thankful to work with Mason Barnes. He was a pleasure to work with through a very stressful time; he was patient and always smiling, too. We were lucky to have him! Mason; We have your number locked in our phone, computer, iPad, iPod, and on the fridge! Our next real estate adventure will be with you! Thank you!
Nick and Brandy, East Rogers Park
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Kevin and Susan W.
Lakeview
When we found out we were being moved to Chicago, we asked our network of friends to recommend a highly knowledgeable Realtor who could assist us with a relatively quick relocation. Without hesitation, two of our close friends suggested we contact Mason. From the start, Mason was not only quick to respond, but he also selected exceptional properties within our price range that aligned with our preferences. We are now happily living in Lakeview and are proud to call Mason our Realtor!
Kevin and Susan W., Lakeview
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Scott Weiss
Lincoln Square
I feel that there isn't enough positive feedback in the world, so I wanted to
reach out to tell you what a pleasure it was to recently work with Mason Barnes to
purchase our new condo. While I am not an aggressive client, I'm certainly not
low-maintenance. As soon as we got the mortgage approval, I was hoping to move
quickly to get into a new place. However, we felt like we needed to thoroughly vet
all possibilities with so many great values on the market. Though we could sense
what we wanted, it wasn't very specific to one type of property or neighborhood, so
I thought it would be difficult to convey our wants to Mason. It wasn't difficult
at all. Not only did Mason set us up to see about thirty or more properties (at my
request), but he was also immeasurably helpful in showing us the difference in
quality and value between each property. By the second week, we had a clear
front-runner, but we still needed the reassurance that there wasn't
"something better" sitting on the market. This created some anxiety, as we wanted
to see as many properties as possible while hoping that our top choice would not go
under contract. Mason took a lot of time out of his schedule to take us to see
properties after work, as well as full days on the weekend, so that we could see as
many on our list in as short time as possible. Everything managed to work out
perfectly, and we ended up buying the front-runner from our second week of viewing
properties. I can't imagine the regret I would have if we missed this condo. This
is my second property purchase in Chicago. For my first go-around, I used a realtor
at Coldwell Banker that was randomly assigned to me through an inquiry that I
made to the website. Through that process, I thought my realtor did a pretty good
job. He sent me MLS listings, setup a few appointments, and walked me through my
first real estate purchase. However, I never felt 100% sure that I was making the
right decision. After working with Mason, I realize that I didn't have a very good
realtor for my first purchase. He exceeded any expectations I had of what a
realtor can do for me. It felt like Mason cared about our purchase as much as we
did. Whether it was the small details of pointing out a street light that would
be endlessly glaring from a potential front window, recommending amazing
inspectors and mortgage lenders, or negotiating the purchase price that I
passionately wanted, he did it all. He changed my perception of realtors in
general, and I would highly recommend Dreamtown to any of my friends or family. We
have been living in our new home for over a month, and I still get excited to
come home every day. As cliche as it sounds, he found us the perfect home.
Thank you for employing people who take such great care of their clients. We
couldn't be happier.
Scott Weiss, Lincoln Square
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Matt B.
Lakeview
Mason made sure to always keep me in the loop. He also was excellent at explaining the home buying process as I was a first time buyer!
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Christine S.
Lincoln Park
My Husband and I were referred to Mason by a good friend. We were buying our first home together, so it was important for us to have a smooth experience with a trustworthy REALTOR. The whole process from the MLS search, to the home inspection, to the closing was almost effortless. We recommend Mason to all of our friends who are considering buying or selling property in Chicago. Mason is reliable, flexible, professional, and he is always respectful of his client's preferences. Mason is just delightful
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Nicholas and Leslie
West Loop
Mason is fantastic. He works extremely hard to answer all of your questions and help you every step of the way. He will also bend over backwards to accommodate viewings, open houses, phone calls, whatever it is you need. Mason will never push you into anything you don't feel comfortable with and he has tremendous patience. You won't ever feel like your importance to him as a client is based on the amount of money you are planning on spending. He is very genuine and makes you feel confident about making a very big decision
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Timothy M.
Old Town
From the moment I met Mason Barnes, it was apparent how well versed and aware he is in the real estate world. With his innate personality, enthusiasm and communication skills to his infectious tenacity for his career, his capacity to work with his clients is immeasurable. Mason is effective, listening to his clients wants and needs. Delivering both expectations is no easy feat, however Mason does this in a manner that makes working as a realtor seem effortless and easy. He has helped me with my interest in purchasing Chicago real estate and taught me the guidelines and rules that go along with the ever-changing market. I always know I can come to him with questions and get the best possible information and advice
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Janis S.
Lincoln Park
My wife and I hired Mason as our real estate agent several years back when looking to purchase a condo in Chicago. Throughout the entire buying process, Mason was extremely knowledgeable, thorough and detail-oriented, as well as being a personable, outgoing guy. From his explanation of the buying process to the snacks he provided us during our condo visits, the entire process with Mason was professional, smooth and fun. I'd highly recommend Mason to anyone looking for a real estate agent with the unique blend of integrity, professionalism, knowledge and personality.
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