Our team
Meet the Dorazio Real Estate Team
Dorazio Real Estate started with Andrew Dorazio and has grown into a close-knit team handling far more than traditional home sales. Open any card to read that person's story and reach them directly.
Our team
The people you'll work with
Andrew Dorazio
Managing Broker & Team Lead
License Number: 471.022724(224) 505-4072andrew@doraziorealestate.com
View Andrew on LinkedInAndrew Dorazio is a former Army officer and long-time real estate broker, investor, and property manager in the Chicagoland area with over 15 years of experience. He is a high touch broker known for his extensive knowledge of real estate investing and loves being on the ground with his clients to help them buy, sell or rent their homes. Andrew is passionate about helping everyone from the first-time home buyer all the way to the experienced real estate investor achieve their goals.
As a seasoned real estate professional, he recognizes and values the trust his clients place in him and strives every day to exceed their expectations. As a veteran himself, Andrew takes pride in helping other Heroes in their real estate journey and is dedicated to tirelessly serving their needs!
Through the Homes for Heroes program as an affiliate partner, Andrew is able to give teachers, firefighters, police officers, veterans / active duty military and health care workers a closing award just for using him as their agent when they either buy or sell a property!
Andrew is also an avid investor, owning over 100 multi family units across different markets and multiple short term rentals in Nashville, Jacksonville and El Paso. He has also published two children's books to help promote financial literacy at a young age. He is passionate about helping others and dedicates a good portion of his time helping others achieve financial freedom through real estate investing.
Andrew graduated with a degree in economics from the United States Military Academy at West Point.
Book a complimentary 15-minute real estate or investment consultation with Andrew.Andrew’s Press & Appearances
See BCG & DRE Sponsored speaking appearances on our YouTube Channel.
- “Adding an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) in Chicago” (YouTube)
- “Straight Up Chicago Investor” (Podcast)
- “The Financial Advantage” (Podcast)
- “Living Off Rentals” (YouTube)
- “The Multi-Family Journey Show” (Podcast)
- The “Tinley Park Mom Blog” (Blog)
Ashwin Abichandani
Agent; Co-Host of Veterans in Real Estate & The Chicago Veterans Real Estate Meetup
License Number: 475.208874(224) 478-1739ashwin@doraziorealestate.com
View Ashwin on LinkedInI specialize in one thing: helping military members and veterans use their VA loan benefit to build real wealth, not just buy a house.
I served in the U.S. Army Reserve from 2015 to 2021. Before real estate, I spent 15+ years in corporate America as a Project Manager and later a Product Manager. That combination of discipline from the military and process from corporate is how I run every transaction.
Most agents will “work with” a VA buyer. I built my whole practice around it, because I’ve done it myself: I bought a 3-unit property using my own VA loan and house-hacked it, letting two units help cover the mortgage. I’ve completed two single-family flips and served as General Manager of a property management company, overseeing 150 rental units. When I look at a property with you, I think like an investor, not just a salesperson.
I co-host the Chicago Veterans Real Estate Meetup with Andrew Dorazio, where local service members and veterans talk through VA loan strategy and building long-term financial freedom.
Outside of real estate, I’m a dad and a genuine foodie, always trying a new restaurant or recreating a dish at home, which isn’t so different from real estate: both reward patience and doing things right.
Let’s have a conversation about what you’re trying to build!
Amanda Viola-Spears
Agent & Transaction Coordinator
License Number: 475.21.4934(213) 514-5953amanda@doraziorealestate.com
View Amanda on LinkedInAs a West Coast native now living in Beverly, I've found there’s nothing quite like the character and history of the homes throughout Chicago. While the stunning architecture is what first drew me in, it was the energy, culture, and sense of community that made me fall in love with Chicago.
I have a practical mindset but can’t help my obsession with interiors. I love seeing the potential in every space, and I’m excited to help people find a home that feels right for them.
My background in the entertainment industry has given me a unique ability to connect, communicate, and adapt in fast-paced situations, while my strong organizational skills and tenacity ensure that my clients are always well-supported and advocated for.
When I’m not working, you’ll most likely find me at the park with my 2-year-old daughter or watching a great documentary or movie. Every weekend, we make it a point to try new restaurants, always on the hunt for the best food spots in the city.
I’m excited to bring my passion, persistence, and intuitive approach to Dorazio Real Estate, and I look forward to helping you with your real estate journey!
Mario DePrima
Agent
License Number: 475.18.9734(773) 259-8651mariodeprima1@gmail.com
View Mario on LinkedInMario is a lifelong Chicagoan, born and raised in Beverly. Being an IBEW electrician, he brings a unique combination of real estate expertise and hands-on electrical experience to every client relationship. He brings a practical, detail-oriented perspective that helps buyers and sellers make confident, informed decisions. His background in the trades gives him a trained eye for a home’s systems, safety, and long-term potential.
Whether you’re purchasing your first home, selling a longtime property, or investing in the Chicagoland area, he is committed to clear communication, honesty, and dependable service. When you work with Mario, you get a local professional who knows homes from the inside out.
Jeff DeNapoli
Operations • Media • IT
(224) 332-3574jeff@doraziorealestate.com
View Jeff on LinkedInJeff was born and raised in Chicago’s Rogers Park neighborhood and now calls the Southwest suburbs home after years living throughout the city and North Shore. Before joining Dorazio Real Estate, he spent over two decades in the IT industry specializing in Apple-centric support, service, and consulting.
In 2023, he made a career pivot, bringing his expertise in systems, service, and creative problem-solving to real estate, where he now plays a key role in Dorazio’s operations, marketing, technology, and client engagement efforts.
Jeff is the engine behind much of the company’s content creation & marketing, social media, technology implementation, and internal workflows, helping fuel the team’s growth while protecting and nurturing the trusted, relationship-driven reputation Dorazio Real Estate is known for.
Outside of work, Jeff loves spending time with his wife and two daughters, tackling home improvement projects, cooking, traveling, hiking, camping, and even building custom PCs for fun. He’s just as happy watching a Cubs game or an F1 race as he is diving into DIY tutorials on off-grid living, home renovations, or rehabbing 19th century mansions.
Jeff is proud to be part of the Dorazio Real Estate team and looks forward to helping drive the company’s continued growth and success.
How we work
One team for every side of the deal
Today, Dorazio Real Estate brings together agents, administrative and operations staff, marketing support, and people with hands-on experience across residential sales, multifamily and investment properties, VA transactions, property management, and the Chicago-area market. That mix gives us a broader perspective on the work we do. A home sale can raise questions about financing or property condition. An investment purchase may involve rents, zoning, renovation costs, or long-term management. Even a seemingly straightforward transaction can get complicated quickly.
Having people under one roof who understand those different sides of real estate means our clients aren't relying on a single point of view. They're working with a brokerage built to look at the whole picture, solve problems as they come up, and give better advice because we've dealt with all types of deals and transactions. It’s helped Dorazio Real Estate grow while still operating like a small brokerage. Clients know who they’re working with, communication stays direct, and the advice comes from people who spend their days working in the same neighborhoods and with the same property types our clients are buying and selling.
What backs us up
Reviews and affiliations
5 stars on Google
Our clients have given us 5 stars across 55 Google reviews. Read what they wrote.
Homes for Heroes
Veterans, active-duty service members, firefighters, police officers, healthcare workers, and teachers can get a rebate after closing when they buy or sell with us. See how the rebate works.
The MIL-Estate network
We're part of the MIL-Estate network. When orders take a military family out of Illinois, we refer them to a military-aligned agent at the next station.
Chicago Veterans Real Estate Meetup
Andrew and Ashwin co-host a meetup where local service members and veterans talk through VA loan strategy and long-term investing. See past meetups.
Services
What we help with
We help sellers through our listing agents and buyers through our buyer's agents. Veterans and military families come to us for VA loan help and PCS moves. Investors work with us on 2-4 flats and apartment buildings, mixed-use buildings, fix and flip projects, and short-term rentals, and our sister company handles property management.
Areas we serve
Where we work
We work across Chicago and the suburbs. Each local guide covers the homes, schools, and commutes buyers compare, plus what sellers should check before they list.
Start with a conversation
Talk with our team
Tell us what you're buying, selling, or investing in, and we'll connect you with the right person on the team.
Or send a note through our contact page.