Homebuyers
First-time buyers, FHA and VA buyers, and buyers who want to house hack a 2-flat or 3-flat so rent helps pay the mortgage.
Buying a homeInvestor-friendly real estate broker for Chicago's south suburbs and South Side
Daniel Ellington is a licensed Illinois real estate broker with Infiniti Properties and the founder of Ellington Elite Realty. He helps homebuyers, sellers, and real estate investors in Chicago's south suburbs and South Side, with a focus on 2 to 4 unit buildings, FHA and 203(k) financing, and investment properties.
Daniel EllingtonLicensed Real Estate Broker, Infiniti Properties
Licensed Illinois brokerLicense #475211812
Infiniti PropertiesChicago-area brokerage since 1991
Investor and ownerI own and manage my own rental property
Who I help
Whether you're buying your first home, selling a property, or building a rental portfolio, you get the same hands-on, numbers-first guidance.
Home sellers
Homeowners, landlords selling tenant-occupied buildings, and families selling inherited homes, including homes that need work.
Selling a home
Real estate investors
Local and out-of-state investors buying multi-unit rentals, BRRRR properties, fix-and-flips, and distressed or off-market deals.
Investing in real estate
Why clients choose me
I'm an investor myself, so I look at every property the way an investor would: what it will really cost to own, what it can rent for, and what it will be worth. Before real estate, I spent more than a decade leading sales and marketing, and I hold a BA in Communications from Governors State University.
- Contracts explained line by line, with no surprises at closing
- Honest advice, including when a deal doesn't make sense
- Experience with FHA, 203(k), and 2 to 4 unit purchases
- Fast, clear communication that clients mention in their reviews
Where I work
Chicago's south suburbs and South Side neighborhoods, including:
- Chicago Heights
- Homewood
- Flossmoor
- Olympia Fields
- Matteson
- Park Forest
- Lansing
- Lynwood
- Calumet City
- Dolton
- South Holland
- Glenwood
- Harvey
- Riverdale
- Tinley Park
- Orland Park
- Chatham
- Auburn Gresham
- Woodlawn
- Roseland
What clients say
★★★★★
“Daniel was absolutely phenomenal during our house hunt and closing… he kept us informed and up to date the second anything changed.”
★★★★★
“Daniel has been amazing for me as an out of state investor… He's gone above and beyond for me.”
★★★★★
“I appreciate the fact that Daniel explained line by line of contracts. Daniel provided a comparative market analysis and helped with negotiating tactics.”
About Daniel Ellington
I'm not your typical real estate agent. No slick sales pitches and no hidden agendas, just transparency and honest advice at every step. I believe relationships matter more than transactions, and many of my clients come back for their next purchase or refer their friends and family.
My goal is simple: help you build wealth through real estate, not just close a deal.
Common questions
Can I buy a 2-flat or multi-unit building as my first home?
Yes, and it is one of the best ways to start building wealth. FHA loans allow 1 to 4 unit properties with 3.5% down if you live in one of the units, and conventional loans allow 2 to 4 units with as little as 5% down. Rent from the other units can help you qualify and offset your mortgage. This strategy is called house hacking, and it is a specialty of mine.
Can I sell my house as-is?
Yes. You can list as-is to the open market, sell to a cash investor, or do a mix of light repairs and as-is pricing. I run the numbers on each option so you can compare what you would actually walk away with.
Can I buy a 3-unit or 4-unit building with an FHA loan?
Yes, if you live in one of the units. FHA allows 1 to 4 unit properties with 3.5% down, but 3 and 4 unit buildings must pass the self-sufficiency test: 75% of the expected rent from all units must cover the full monthly mortgage payment, including taxes and insurance. I run this test before you make an offer.
Let's talk about your next move
Call or text Daniel directly, or send a message. Most inquiries get a same-day response.
What Our Clients Say About Us
11 months ago
Dan was an excellent representative for us and I wouldn't hesitate to work with him again
8 months ago
Daniel has been amazing for me as an out of state investors. Very response, pretty decent comps. He's gone above and beyond for me.
7 months ago
Daniel was absolutely phenomenal during our house hunt and closing. Any time an issue came up, Daniel took it in stride and helped everybody involved to have a smooth process. He is wildly friendly and knowledgeable, and was invaluable to us as First Time Homebuyers; he kept us informed and up to date the second anything changed. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire Daniel again for my next house, and the next ones after that.
