Andre is the Principal of CKR Property Consultants, a real estate consulting and investment company, PCI Appraisal Services, a residential real estate appraisal and consulting company, and a Broker/Associate with US Realty, a residential and commercial real estate brokerage.

It was a combination of Andre's social work activism, community involvement and entrepreneurial spirit that lead him to what he believes was a higher purpose for his life through his real estate business. His extensive background in urban development and formal education and training in real estate sales, appraisal, and financing has given Andre' a strong foundation in understanding the advantages and concerns facing property owners, developers and municipalities alike in a neighborhood's life cycle.

Andre, has over 10 years of full-time residential and commercial real estate experience and has received many national and local sales awards. Commitment, knowledge and results is what his buyers and sellers can expect in his full service business which runs across the spectrum from finding a young couple the perfect Lake Shore condo, to helping arrange the sale of larger commercial properties for experienced investors. His engaging approach and special skills in helping his clients fulfill their specific needs has added to a thriving referral business.

I meet a need in today's market by providing a "one-stop" shop in real estate services. Through a strategic alliance with the most talented from the top real estate companies, designers & developers, lenders and other related businesses, I am able to meet every real estate goal of my client.

"Since no two clients are alike, real estate provides me a continuous challenge to bring buyers and sellers together on terms favorable to each other and make long-lasting friendships in the process. Best of all, it provides me with the fulfillment of tapping my entrepreneurial spirit to create opportunities for the economic development of Chicago's burgeoning neighborhoods