Getting results is not only our business, but it is also our commitment to you.

1. To begin with, we’ll work with you to prepare a personal needs evaluation which clearly identifies the location and features you want in your ideal home.  We listen to you and seek to really understand your needs and desires.  We can communicate by phone, fax, or email.
   
   
2. If you are interested in purchasing real estate outside of our market area, we will refer you to one of the most professional and highly regarded agents in the area you’re interested in.  (Ben Gauer is part of “Canada’s Most Referred Realtors” – agents who are voted by their peers as the most respected professionals in their market area.
   
   
3. I will keep you completely informed at every step of the process.  We will provide you with detailed information about geographic locations, and housing types as well as the many factors that affect pricing, supply and demand, You want to be sure that the home you purchase today will have solid resale value.
   
   
4. We provide you with information to consider when you are deciding between a new or resale home.
   
   
5. We will keep you updated on market trends, housing prices, interest rates and the inventory of homes listed for sale.
   
   
6. We provide you with information on the associated costs of buying a home.
   
   
7. We help you get pre-qualified for a mortgage.
   We have special arrangements with certain lenders who offer our clients discounts on financing. 
   For example, $1% discount, $3% cash back, no payment for up to 4 months
   
   
8. We provide you with a packet of needed information about the entire home buying process including:
   - An explanation of the relationship between you and your realtor
   - A Guide to Buying a Home – including the flowing sections: Determining what you can afford, understanding market conditions, obtaining a pre-approved mortgage, the major elements of an offer, how to make an offer, hiring a legal professional, having the home inspected, moving tips.
   - All the contracts that you will be using
   - What to do to prepare to move
   - A Home Buyers “Beware” List
   - Definitions of Real Estate terms
   - Information about buying an old house verses a new house – pros and cons of each
   - Nine Critical Mistakes to Avoid When Buying A Home
   - Professional Home Inspection Information
   - Other advice and tips when looking for a home!
   
   
9. We cater to the different “looking styles” of our clients. 
   
   If you enjoy leisurely perusing neighborhoods on your own, we can provide you with lists of homes by address that allow you to quickly check price and square footage as you look.  This is one way to “shop” and become market-wise. 
   
   If you prefer to have us source out and screen homes for you, we will provide you with a review of all appropriate homes.  We will short-list the homes that most precisely meet your special requirements from the thousands of available listings.  Whatever style you are comfortable with, we are right by your side.
   
   
10. Give you detailed information about all the suitable homes available for sale, including a picture, regardless of the listing agent or area of the city.
11. If you happen to see a ‘for sale’ sign, an advertisement in the newspaper or on the Internet, we will supply you with the details immediately.
12. Source out potential homes for sale that are not currently listed or “on the market” and homes that will shortly be coming on the market.
13. Our company’s expert relocation department (Royal LePage Relocations) controls over 80% of all corporate relocations in Canada that are handled by a relocation company.  Royal LePage is also the exclusive supplier of all Federal Government reallocations.  This means not only more well-priced homes for you to choose from, but also, we are the first to become aware of these listings.
14. You will be one of the first ones to be made aware of new listings.
15. Make appointments for private viewing of suitable homes.
16. Point out positive and negative features of each home.
17. Advise you on market values.
18. Inform you about the history of any home that you may be interested in.
    a) Listing history – how often and how long the home has been listed and at what prices.
    b) Price paid for the home by the current and previous owners.
19. Provide you with city assessment information.
20. Help you prepare an offer for the home.
21. Provide you with home inspection company information.
22. Provide expert advice, guidance and proven negotiating skills while I manage negotiations to help you get the home you want at the best possible price. (This has saved buyers thousands of dollars).
23. Provide you with financial options.
24. Provide you with home inspection company information.
25. Provide you with the names of trades people for any necessary repairs.
26. Provide you access to expert lawyers, accountants and other professionals who provide our clients with top quality advice and reliable support.
27. Handle all closing documentation and communication.
28. Provide you with moving company discounts and VIP service.
29. Arrange for the keys.
30. Assist with the move into your new home – a dream come true!
    

Our goal is to find you the best possible home at the best possible price and terms, and make it a great experience.