Experience
Buying my first home was nerve-wracking and exhilarating. It gave me peace
of mind to know that Doug and Dianne have 35 years of combined experience
in the Brockville Real Estate Market. Their thorough understanding of
the market opened doors for me and helped me make an informed decision.
Specialized Training
I asked Doug what the impressive initials, M.V.A., after his name meant.
"Most Valuable Agent?" I teased. It is something that makes
me a more valuable agent," he replied. M.V.A. stands for Market Value
Appraiser." Doug explained that his designation was earned by taking
courses offered by the Canadian and Ontario Real Estate Association. Agents
who demonstrate a practical and current knowledge of their local market
gain this qualification. "Simply put, it means I know the Brockville
market, and I can help you to establish an optimum selling price for your
home, based on that knowledge."
Corporate Shuffle
Before discovering DOUG RALPH REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE, I called one of the large,
multi-national companies that I had seen advertised on TV. I left one
voice mail and twelve agents called me back hoping to list my property.
While I admired their sense of competition, I was looking for a company
that would work together to sell my property, instead of elbowing each
other out of the way.
When I called DOUG RALPH REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE, Doug Ralph answered the phone! He
and his wife Dianne came over to view my home and discuss selling options.
They are a team that works together. It was that simple!
Dedication
Doug and Dianne Ralph are running a family business. That means that their
livelihood depends on their success at selling my home. I welcome that
kind of dedication. I know that I can call them at any time to ask questions
or follow up on a showing. They are on duty 365 days a year.
Technically Equipped?
The Internet is making the world a smaller place. People considering
a move to Brockville can research housing via the Internet. I wanted
to make sure my home was available for "cyber-viewing".
Doug Ralph has a web page at. www.brockvillerealestate.ca. This
page has a link to the Rideau-St. Lawrence Real Estate Board website,
which contains listings for all the houses available through M.L.S.
in the Brockville area.
Listings
Selling my home was a bittersweet decision. I was ready to move on, but
had put so much time and effort into renovating my house. I wanted our
successors to appreciate the intricate detail on the restored wood trim,
and the plumbing updates, and the faux finish painting in the dining room.
Each room seemed to hold special family memories, and collective family
toil.
Doug and Dianne assured me that they would pass these personal touches
on to prospective purchasers. They came up with a custom-designed property
write up that was as unique as our property. Most "listings"
are just lists of room dimensions and basic amenities. Doug and Dianne
completed a detailed room-to-room account of our home describing all of
the features that I treasured the most. They took my enthusiasm for the
home and put it down on paper.
The "listing" encouraged many people to view our home, and helped
us get the selling price that reflected our financial and laborious investment
in it.
Exposure
Doug and Dianne made use of many different tools to market our house.
They listed it through M.L.S. (Multiple Listing Service), so that all
area real estate agents could work towards selling it. They also advertised
in newspapers, both in and out of town. They scheduled and hosted open
houses frequently giving people ample opportunity to view the house.
Word of Mouth
Word of mouth referrals are the most gratifying type of recommendation
that a company can receive. When my company decided to transfer me to
Brockville, the staff here advised me to call DOUG RALPH REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE for
assistance in finding a new home. My company usually deals with a national
real estate company for transfers, but I circumvented the system in order
to deal with a local company that knew the local market.
Personalized Service
In reality, Doug and Dianne are part of a network of like-minded
independent agents throughout Canada and the United States. Like
DOUG RALPH REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE, these other agents are community based with
a strong knowledge of the local market.
Relocating
Doug Ralph has been a Brockville resident all his life. He knows every
neighborhood, and every nook and cranny of this beautiful city. When you
are moving to a new town you are looking for more than a dwelling; you're
locking for schools, hospitals, attractions, and a dentist. Doug Ralph
can introduce you to the community and show you what it has to offer.
His enthusiasm for Brockville is infectious, and he can help to ease the
stress of relocating.
Your Goals
Doug and Dianne Ralph use experience, a thorough knowledge of the local
market, membership in the Rideau St. Lawrence Real Estate Board, and national
exposure through M.L.S. to help you with your real estate needs. Whether
you are buying that first home, upgrading, downsizing or relocating, they
take the time to understand your goals and help you to accomplish them.
They are delighted to be a part of a business whose main purpose is to
bring your family home!
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