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Trusted guidance for first-time homebuyers

From financing readiness to closing day, Denise and Client First Realty provide clear communication, step-by-step education, and low-pressure support to help you buy with confidence.

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Your FIRST home is within "REACH"!

Home is where Life Happens! Get Ready, Set and Lets GO...

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Markets we Serve!

Chicago Markets-Kenwood, Hyde Park & Surrounding Areas

Suburban Markets-Olympia Fields, Flossmoor & Surrounding areas

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Build Generational Wealth

If you are ready to start the journey to build future wealth for your family, we are here to help you achieve that "GOAL"!

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Selling your Home!

Looking to sell your home for whatever reason, we are here to help you achieve that goal!

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CLIENT COMMENTS

We are delighted to have closed hundreds of sales for our delighted clients. Here are their comments of appreciation!

Prompt, courteous, insightful and very knowledgeable
Ms. Denise Gray in her presentation was very professional in all aspects, prompt, courteous, insightful and very knowledgeable.  I was very…
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Her experience is unmatchable
I must say, Denise is the best! She's so helpful and smart about her work, and her experience is unmatchable. We are sooo satisfied "truly" with her…
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Very professional, personable and warm
Denise is extremely knowledgeable about the Hyde Park real estate market.  I initially contacted her regarding a property I saw on Zillow. …
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Flexible and very informative!
She came highly recommended. She’s amazing. Flexible and very informative! She explained everything to my husband and me. She was supportive…
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Great experience and a fast closing!
Couldn't be happier with her! Great experience and a fast closing! She really knows her job and she was very warm! Thanks again Denise or family is…
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Very knowledgeable and patient
It’s been a pleasure working with Denise. She’s very knowledgeable and patient when it comes to sending and showing you homes that she believe…
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Your Team

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Client First Realty Team
Certified Luxury Homes Marketing Specialist
Top-2%-Certified Residential Specialist
M: (708) 250-3480
E: cfrdenisegray@gmail.com

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