1. My service is free for buyers of property in the GTA.   2. I can find the most sought after deals among the latest arrivals through the agent's section of MLS, which is not available to the general public.   3. Due to my access to detailed information about each house (not available to the general public), I can find a better match and negotiate a better price for my clients.   4. If you want to buy a property in a new development, I can get a better deal and choose the best units for you due to my access to the home builder's pre-sale events.   5. My knowledge and experience will help you identify weaknesses and hidden defects with the property. I can also suggest measures that will protect you from potential problems with your purchase.   FOR BUYERS   Buying a property is never an easy task. First of all, a significant amount of money is involved, and any mistake could lead to costly consequences. Secondly, the property you buy will become one of the major factors determining the quality of your life, and any unsatisfactory choices in this matter could result in even more damage than money loss. That is why it is extremely important to avoid mistakes and bad decisions while buying real estate. Professional help from a real estate agent can make a big difference for you and save you a lot of trouble. Before you begin   If you are considering buying property, the first step is to define your needs and wants, and establish your priorities. Once that is done, you will have a foundation for your search, so you will know what to look for and where.   I have listed below some major points that should be taken into consideration and some questions you should ask yourself: Type of property. What are you looking for? A house, a condo, a townhouse, a cottage, etc. Number of rooms. How many rooms do you want to have? Square footage. What is the range of square footage that you need? How important is a bigger area for you, compared to other criteria? Location. Do you prefer to live downtown, or in midtown, or in a well-established and quiet suburban area? Does it even make a difference, if the price is right? How important is closeness to highways or a subway for you? Neighborhood. Are you looking for a safe environment for your family or do you desire vibrant living? Do you want good schools around, sport facilities for your children, or are you mostly interested in the club atmosphere and having art galleries nearby? Do you want to live closer to people with your ethnic background or do you prefer a more cosmopolitan surrounding? New vs. Old. Should I buy property that is new or previously owned? There are pros and cons for both options. You will need to weigh them in terms of your own needs and preferences. Extras. What would you like your property to come with? A huge deck, sauna, finished basement, big backyard, good landscaping, swimming pool, amazing facilities (in a condo), rooftop garden, etc. Condition. Do you need something well-maintained so you don't have to do anything after moving in? Or are you a handy man and want to save some money by buying a property that is not in good shape? Timing. When are you ready to move in - anytime, or after some particular date? Purpose. Are you buying the property for yourself (to live in) or to rent it out? Financial matters. What is your budget for this purchase? How big of a downpayment can you make? What kind of monthly payments can you afford? This list can go on. There are many other factors that should be taken into consideration when buying a property. That is why the first thing I do with my clients is collect as much data as possible, define their needs and goals, discuss their budget, set priorities, and so on. In my opinion, there is no such thing as the "perfect property", but you can always find something that will closely match your requirements, that you can afford to buy without straining yourself, and that will become a happy place for you and your family to live in. As your agent, my mission is to find the perfect home for you. Contact me   It is in your interest to contact me as early as possible - before you start shopping around. This will save you time and prevent you from going in the wrong direction. I will help you define your needs and together we will narrow down your search criteria and find the right places to look for. It is a free service with no obligation, but you can get some interesting ideas as well as valuable information and advice. If you pick me as your agent, I will be happy to assist you. The important thing for you to know is that my main goal is to help you find a property that will suit your needs in the best possible way. I am not going to rush you into making any purchases just to close the deal quickly. For me it is more important to have you as a happy client who I helped get exactly what you were looking for and on the best terms and conditions for you. Despite the fact that as your agent I will be doing most of the work for you, your input is also welcome. Particularly, you can do your own search on MLS (real estate database) and send me the sample homes you like most. This will help me get a better idea of what you are looking for. Though, keep in mind that the property listing on MLS that can be accessed by the general public is limited. Some new arrivals, especially the ones that are the most desirable and sought after, can be sold before making it to the MLS for the general public. As a real estate agent, I have access to the entire listing, including those properties that are not available to the general public. What does it cost you?   In most cases, the agent's service is free for the buyer. However, if there are any expenses that could possibly arise during the buying process, I will make sure that you are well aware of them right from the start. Buying Real Estate abroad   Buying property abroad has become a popular trend in the last several years. The geography of such purchases has expanded from traditional places like Florida, to exotic destinations like Costa Rica, Belize, Honduras, and so on. If you would like to buy something in a warm and beautiful place, I can help you. I work with such regions as Mexico (Mayan Riviera), Central America (Honduras, Belize, Panama, Costa Rica) and Southern Europe (Spain, Bulgaria, Montenegro). I cooperate with local real estate agencies and lawyers. My first task is to do research in order to provide you with a variety of options and help you make the right choice. As your agent, it is my priority to protect your interests and monitor every stage of the buying process in a foreign country. Please keep in mind that buying property abroad is a complicated task, which involves dealing with local authorities, as well as taking into account local specifics and requirements. Therefore, it is very important to have a qualified person who would protect your interests and would help you get through difficulties and prevent problems.