Veronique MacDonald
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Language: English, French
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★★★★★"Veronique is great at observing and honing in on what her clients are looking for in a home. We were able come in from another state, quickly narrow down the area where we wanted to live and find the accommodations that suited our needs. Veronique provided advice, resources and feedback on the purchasing process for Illinois. Plus, she is personable and great company! She's a gem!" -Kim F.
★★★★★
" Véronique is one of a kind! Coming from France, she is the best person who can support you in settling in Chicago. Not only she helps you to find the home of your dreams, she deals with all the bad surprises you will have as a newcomer from France (electricity, bank, car insurance, all administrative procedures which are unknown for you she turns them in easy and fast things to do) she knows all the best tips and addresses for anything you need. Véronique has a huge empathy for you, she is always positive and smiling with lots of energy, and she will find you a solution for anything. You can count on her, she never let you down till it is done, implemented! Everything is much much easier with her. What a relief it has been for us to meet her! " -Nicolas H.
★★★★★
" Qui ne s'est jamais senti seul quand on apprend que l'on déménage sur Chicago, et dont la 1ère inquiétude est de trouver un logement avec un océan entre les 2. Autant dire que les difficultés semblent insurmontables vues de la France. Et la providence a voulu que nous prenions contact avec Véronique. Et Là tout change, et on se dit que ce n'est pas qu'un pari fou, mais cela devient faisable ! Véronique a su avec patience et la distance, comprendre nos besoins et nous guider dans nos choix et nous proposer des logements qui nous correspondaient. Elle a réellement cette envie d'aider ses compatriotes à s'installer, et n'hésite pas à prodiguer des conseils précieux pour comprendre comment s'installer et s'immerger dans cet immense pays. Véronique nous a été d'une aide précieuse, pour trouver le logement, mais également pour l'installation, l'eau, l'électricité, les assurances, bref tout ce qui parait anodin dans son pays, mais qui prend à l'étranger une toute autre dimension. Par ailleurs, Véronique a pris le temps de nous faire découvrir l'environnement et prendre nos marques dans notre nouvelle vie. Nous devons dire que si Véronique n'avait pas été là, la transition aurait été nettement plus difficile. " -Xavier L.
★★★★★
" It as been a very great experience working with Veronique. Veronique was in charge of finding an apartment for us in Chicago and she has been successful in understanding our needs and finding the perfect home for us in a very tight timeline. Veronique went beyond her mission, showing us the city and districts, explaining all key tips about living in Chicago and supporting us for all key administrative process related to moving in a new home when you come from abroad. She has always made her available for us, very reactive and proactive, her long experience of the city, her genuine kindness and her willingness to succeed has been a strong support and very much appreciated. I strongly recommend working with Veronique. Thanks Veronique! " -Vincent L.
Born and raised near the beaches of Normandy, I have always felt a natural connection with the United States. Upon graduating from Law School in France, I moved to Chicago to pursue a Master of Law degree at Northwestern University where I met my future husband, Mark, a North Shore native. After working as an Attorney in Brussels, I came back to Chicago to start a family and pursue a career managing the global communication team of a large international organization. We have lived in some of Chicago’s best neighborhoods, including Lincoln Park, Lakeview, and Bucktown. We moved to Evanston for its beautiful old houses, proximity to the beach, restaurants, and walkability.
I am an active member within the French community and am very involved in the promotion of French culture and development of the Normandy region in the Chicago area. I am currently serving on the Boards of both the French-American Chamber of Commerce and the Association des Français et Francophones de Chicago. I have served as a Board member of the Groupe Professionnel Francophone (an Association of Francophile Professionals), and was a longtime volunteer at the Lycée Francais de Chicago as well as its Parents Association.
As a real estate agent, I am a passionate advocate for my clients. Whether you are changing countries or neighborhoods, I strive to find you the right house within your budget. An agile problem solver, I have experience meeting tight deadlines and managing unexpected complications. Navigating between two cultures and languages, I have honed my listening skills and excels at finding common ground among competing priorities. I enjoy helping you map out your move, whether it is discovering multiple options for schools or navigating administrative hurdles.
Whether you are renting, buying or selling, I will provide guidance at each step of the way. I invite you to contact me to discuss your next steps.
“Above Expectations – Beyond Real Estate”