When the market is slow and the phones aren’t ringing off the hook with people asking us to help them buy and/or sell, there are different ways for agents to be proactive and busy.  For instance, if we have a home listed on their street, we go door-to-door and speak directly with the neighbours, letting them know the price and features of the home.  A lot of times, the neighbours may know someone who may be interested in moving into their area.  


 

Another way is to pick up the phone themselves and call homeowners directly.  Before the National Do Not Call List came into effect, that was another thing that agents on my team did when they weren’t busy.  And that’s how one of the agents on my team met Myriam, who expressed genuine interest in selling her home.  Myriam and her husband Walter had already been considering a move to Collingwood and were intrigued by the opportunity.  Although they were about to leave on vacation, they assured my agent they would reconnect upon their return.


 

Consistent follow-up is a core value I emphasize with my team, and in this case, it proved crucial.  Our agent scheduled a call for when they returned from their vacation.  When he called, Myriam told him they are definitely moving and promised to call when ready to meet with agents.  A short time later Walter called, and we scheduled a time for me to drop by and provide them with a comprehensive and up-to-date home evaluation.    When the appointment to meet was made and also at the meeting, Walter and Myriam made sure I knew they were also meeting with other agents.


 

I met with the two of them to present my comparative market analysis.  I then showed them how we market homes using my exclusive Home Selling System.  I explained how, even in a slow market, successful home sales were still possible.  I set clear expectations that the property might remain on the market a bit longer than usual.  

After Walter and Myriam interviewed all the agents, I received a call that they decided to use me and The Brian Kondo Homeselling Team to sell their house.


 

We listed the home at a price they were comfortable with, and it sold quickly within $9,500 of the asking price.  This, in a slow market!


 

As reflected in their testimonial below, Walter and Myriam were extremely satisfied with the outcome and the level of service they received.

Dear Brian,

Now that the sale of our home has officially closed, Myriam and I would like to extend our sincere gratitude to you and your entire team for the outstanding professionalism demonstrated throughout the entire process.

As you may recall, I had approached two other realtors for proposals before ultimately selecting your team based on the strength and thoroughness of your presentation. From the outset, it was clear that you were committed to excellence—and I’m pleased to say that you delivered exactly as promised.

Your execution was seamless, efficient, and aligned perfectly with the high standards you presented during our initial meeting. It has been a pleasure working with a team that not only sets clear expectations but follows through with integrity and skill.

Please feel free to share our contact information with prospective sellers seeking a reference—we would be happy to speak to our experience.

Once again, thank you to you and your entire team for your exceptional service.

Warm regards,

Walter & Myriam 

Further Note:

 

Walter and Myriam were so happy with the service my team provided them that they suggested their daughter and husband give me a call when they were looking for an agent.  We ended up selling their condo apartment in Pickering and helped them buy a house in Ajax.


 

I know I’ve said this before, but it never gets old.  That is, the great feeling I get when a past client calls to say they want to use me to sell and/or buy again, or refer me to someone they know.  Repeat business and referrals are the lifeblood of my business and the ultimate compliment is when a past client feels confident enough that I won’t embarrass them when they refer me to someone they know.

If you or anyone you know is thinking of buying and/or selling in the next little while, please give me a call or pass on my name and number, 905-683-7800. 
 


I’ll make sure to give you (or them) the same outstanding service that I gave Walter and Myriam.







 

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Brian Kondo
Sales Representative / Team Leader
The Brian Kondo Real Estate Team
Re/Max Hallmark First Group Realty Ltd.
905-683-7800 office
905-426-7484 direct
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