Doreen Kasten Real Estate

04/16/2026

Back when in 2014 when I was a brand new agent I was asked to host an open house. I arrived at the house about 20 minutes before the open house was starting. I was told where the key was…but there was no key. I got in touch with the sellers who were at the Chicago Marathon. They clearly couldn’t make it back in time to give me the key (they forgot to actually leave). So about 10 minutes before the open house the seller asked me “find another way in”. Yes, she asked me to essentially break into her home. This is photo evidence of me trying, unsuccessfully. Luckily a neighbor had a spare key and was able to save from charges of breaking and entering.

04/11/2026

12/02/2025

Do you know all your mortgage options? DM for more info!

09/05/2025

My recent listing in Kildeer that sold for $95k over ask was also listed on all of Zillows social media with over 1.4k visits! Reach out to find out how we got this home sold!

08/28/2025

Newest team listing I staged. Gorgeous home in Barrington.

60 Ridge Rd, Barrington Hills, IL 60010 is a single family home listed for sale at $1,298,000. This is a 6-bed, 5-bath, 4,872 sqft property.

03/16/2025

Home values have been going up, even if you’re not looking to sell now it helps to know your equity.

03/15/2025

Do you know about paint undertones even for neutral colors? They can range from yellow to green to red. And they can be more pronounced depending upon your room and other colors in the home as well as the rooms light and exposure. I always love this neutral BM palette. Need help with paint colors when selling or updating your home? I can help!

03/10/2024

03/09/2024

Meet our new puppy Honey. If I look tired, she’s the reason

02/15/2024

If you haven’t been to Hungry Mule in Lake Zurich you need to. Amazing burgers and Ky the bartender (on Tuesdays) makes the best Cosmo I’ve ever tasted (and I’ve tasted a few)…

02/01/2024