Thursday, August 24, 2006

Movin' on up

I decided that as a professional Realtor, it was time for me to sit down with my client Jack Sparrow and discuss his options. Although the market has slowed to a somewhat normal pace, values are still increasing by 20% per annum, and the market is still relatively "hot" despite the higher levels of inventory we are seeing. So, I encouraged him to pull the equity he had acquired over the past couple of months in his starter condo:




















And upgrade to a home with more features:



















Mr. Sparrow was so thrilled after the transaction, he wrote me the following letter to use as a testimonial:

Dear Celeste,

Thank you for taking the time to understand my needs. So many times, I had wondered to myself "is this really the right home for me? What if I want to start a family? I don't even have any extra room to entertain my friends." I was floating around in circles.


But then you saved the day! You helped me navigate the muddy waters of home-ownership, and I can see clearly now. I have never been happier in a home. I have more room than I know what to do with, the landscaping is gorgeous, and I'm especially fond of the guest cottage. I can't thank you enough, and I will be sure to recommend you to everyone I know!

All the best,
Jack Sparrow

13 comments:

LindzyPinzy said...

cute Celeste:) Im sure he'll be very happy in his new home!

LindzyPinzy said...

oh and I LOVE the name!

Scott said...

That was very good of you... great owner.

Scott

The Grunt said...

I think you've found your niche market there, Celeste. Cute!

Me Myself and I said...

Geek...he's very good with his money.

Lindzy...thanks. I'm fond of the name as well.

Scott...I try! :)

Grunt...its an un-tapped gold mine!

Wendy said...

you are THE bestest and nicest real estate woman ever. I love the upgrade. Will he flip it for even a bigger bowl? hehehe

The Absent Minded Landlord said...

Jack should have held on to the condo and rented it to some sucker fish who wants to rent instead of own. The new place looks bigger than he needs though, so he could always rent some of the space out. But then he'd have to be willing to swim through someone else's crap. Ah, that's the rub for all landlords.

LindzyPinzy said...

hahahahaha

Ernie said...

It looks like his old place could use a little home staging before he sells. It is hard for potential buyers to picture themself in the space when there is nothing in it. You should slip Jack one of my cards... I'll hook him up. Actually, I will probably run into him one of these days since he is moving into my complex. I'll give him a friendly "Welcome neighbour!"

Me Myself and I said...

AML...we considered keeping it as a rental. But decided it was too much work, and didn't want to become "slumlords."

Ernie...I think that's a fabulous idea! Especially since it such a small place, and you are an expert space planner ;)

Me Myself and I said...

Wendy...I was inspired by your series of unfortunate events with your realtor from hell, to become the best realtor I can be!

Anonymous said...

I love it!

I am in need of my own place. Can you help?

Me Myself and I said...

Guggs...as long as you live in BC because that's where I'm licensed!