Awards
- 2023 - Quality Service Pinnacle Producer
- 2022 - Quality Service Pinnacle Producer
- 2021 - Quality Service Pinnacle Producer
- 2020 - Quality Service Producer
Professional Designations
- REALTOR, National Association of REALTORS
Other Awards & Recognition
2006 - DeWitt Osgood Award 2013-2016 - C21 Ruby Awards 2009-2011 - C21 Quality Service Awards 2012-2018 - C21 Quality Service Pinnacle Awards
Personal Profile
Thank you for visiting my page! I am Dennis Maakestad, a Realtor with Century 21 Circle in DeKalb, IL. I've been a Realtor in DeKalb County since 1980 and hope I can put my years of experience to work for you!! A bit of my history: I grew up in Dixon, IL and then came to DeKalb to attend NIU. After graduating from NIU with a business degree in 1973, I knew in my heart that I really wanted to teach so I returned to NIU and did some graduate work in education along with my student teaching. In 1974 I earned my teaching certification from the state of Illinois and was hired to teach in the middle grades at Kings, IL. I loved teaching, but felt a need to supplement my income and have a good job for the summer months so I took real estate classes and became licensed as a Realtor in 1980. Since 1980, I've worked with hundreds of buyers and sellers. I've also invested in income properties in DeKalb and Sycamore and found that to be another way to supplement my income. Both teaching and real estate have been very rewarding careers and I feel I did both well for many years. I retired from teaching in 2007 and am now devoted to real estate full time. For many years I've been active in the DeKalb community with my church and the local chapter of Habitat for Humanity. I've worked locally and also traveled in the U.S. and around the world to help build Habitat homes. I'm currently on the board of directors for Barb City Manor. I am proud to be a member of the Century 21 Circle team. We are among the most successful real estate offices in DeKalb County. In 2008, my first full time year in real estate, I was the Number 2 agent in our Century 21 Circle company of over twenty agents. In the years since then I've consistently been a top producer, being #1 in 2013 and 2016. I have been a multi million dollar producer for many years. I have many happy clients to thank for that success! Over the years I have built a client base of satisfied customers who provide me with referrals and call-backs each year. Whether you're looking to sell or to buy real estate, I hope I'll be able to add you as another satisfied client this year. With Century 21 I belong to a huge network of professionals who take pride in what they do and specialize in providing a variety of superior real estate services to local communities around the world. Understanding your personal goals and needs is at the heart of my dedication to you. I look forward to discussing your real estate needs with you. Please give me a call on my cell phone at 815-739-5926 or email me at DMaak@aol.com Thanks! Dennis Maakestad, Broker www.DennisSellsDeKalb.com
Specializations
I enjoy helping home buyers and sellers to get the best real estate service and deal for their home.
Locations Served (4)
Client Reviews
5 out of 5
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Buyer reviewDennis is the best of them! I could not speak any higher of Dennis. He is kind, thoughtful, trustworthy, knowledgeable, and has a wealth of knowledge about the area. Any time we had a question, he was quick to respond, and explained things so that we could easily understand them. Dennis was always willing to be flexible with us when we wanted to place offers, which is so helpful in this wild market! We were first time home-owners, so he very patiently, and clearly walked us through every aspect of buying! I will recommend Dennis to any and all home buyers/sellers!! A+++++
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Buyer reviewDennis was my 4th Grade teacher so he made it very easy for me to learn how to buy my first house. Buying a house can and could be very stressful but Dennis was there every step of the way every curve ball for every anxious feeling I had about any situation. Dennis has been the most helpful realestate agent i think I will ever work with. Its been a real pleasure doing buisness with Dennis!
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Seller reviewI felt very comfortable working with Dennis Maakestad and appreciated the knowledge he had. Mostly it was trust I had in him, that was extremely important.
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Seller reviewDennis was just great overall as a real estate agent from the beginning to the end. I thought Dennis did a great job at every stage, of making sure things were progressing nicely. And if I needed help with anything on my end, or finishing up e.g. finding someone to pave the driveway, etc., Dennis provided help
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Seller reviewDennis made sure all items were taken care of and was honest about all questions we had. He was promt and on time. I would recommend him to anyone looking to sell.
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Seller reviewMr. Maakestad was the best. Very thorough, patient and professional. He did a marvelous job. He's the best, you can trust him.
Get in touch with Dennis Maakestad
(5) 226 RatingsCENTURY 21 Circle
901 North 1st Street
Suite 7
DeKalb, IL 60115
Mobile:
(815) 739-5926
Phone:
(815) 756-1691
Office:
(815) 756-1691
