What neighbourhood do you live in now?Tailored, high-quality service is what I delivered to my clients as an award-winning personal shopper for 15 years at Holt Renfrew. This type of service is now woven into the fabric of how I help buy and sell real estate.The emergence of third-party apps providing false or old information to consumers, sometimes resulting in market misconceptions, or in client disappointment before they’ve consulted with a real estate professional.
You only have one opportunity to make a good first impression. Preparation is key. It’s all in the details. When a property is showing at its best, you will realize the best possible return.Timing is everything. When you find the right property and complete a successful transaction, you will be glad you may not have been successful with homes you might have offered on previously.Leveraging your time, and working harder than the competition.My CEO, Chris Kapches, of Chestnut Park.
Skill trumps convenience. There are many real estate agents who are exceptional at what they do and achieve results that an online app could never accomplish.I listed a significant property in Moore Park in March 2020 the week the pandemic started. The market came to standstill, as did the world. Our firm had a no-showing policy. Once showings began, I ended up selling the house above list with one offer.
I’m a runner. Winter running is my preferred temperature. I put on AirPods, get lost in my thoughts, and go. This interview may have been edited for both length and clarity. The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of STOREYS is the leading real estate news site in the country, providing the most accurate and up-to-date coverage of the Canadian market.