Team

Damien Robitaille, Sales Representative
Keller Williams Ottawa Realty, Brokerage
610 Bronson Ave, Ottawa, ON, K1S 4E6
drobitaille@kwottawa.ca

Direct 613-369-5832
Office 613-236-5959
Fax 613-369-5833
http://www.homeswithdamien.com/



Hi,

Recently I worked with a buyer purchasing a new condo. The process is a little different than for resale residential, but is essentially the same. We find the right place, make an offer, negotiate the price, and ensure that all members of the team have there input. The Team includes an inspector, Lawyer, Insurance professional, and a mortgage specialist.

When people go through the home buying process on there own, they soon realize that it is very important to have the right kind of help at the right time. Working with a REALTOR ensures that you have someone on your side who has access to all of the necessary resources. In the end this can save save you time and money.

For a list of 8 steps to purchase a home in the Ottawa Real Estate Market, please visit my website, or drop me a line.



Regards,

Damien.

Making Relationships

Damien Robitaille, Sales Representative
Keller Williams Ottawa Realty, Brokerage
610 Bronson Ave, Ottawa, ON, K1S 4E6
drobitaille@kwottawa.ca
Direct 613-369-5832
Office 613-236-5959
Fax 613-369-5833
http://www.homeswithdamien.com/

Hello,

Yesterday I ran an open house in a condo complex that was situated right beside the builders open house. The agent for the builder and I struck up a conversation and got along fabulously. As the day progressed, she was able to refer a few parties to my open house, and I was able to refer a few parties to her open house. By the end of the day we both had potential clients and all were quite happy.

Some Realtors prefer not to refer potential clients to others, fearing that they may loose them. I feel that referring to others when needed, positions you as being a true professional. It gives others the impression that you are one who is open and concerned for their best interests. Yesterdays exchange confirmed that for me.

For more information on how I can help you with your next Real Estate Transaction in the Ottawa Real Estate Market, please visit my website, or give me a call.

Exceeding your expectations,

Damien Robitaille.

Current Market Analysis

Damien Robitaille, Sales Representative
Keller Williams Ottawa Realty, Brokerage
610 Bronson Ave, Ottawa, ON, K1S 4E6
drobitaille@kwottawa.ca
Direct 613-369-5832
Office 613-236-5959
Fax 613-369-5833
http://www.homeswithdamien.com/

Currently I am putting together a CMA for a potential client in Barrhaven, a suburb of Ottawa, ON. The debate I often have is "should I provide this valuable information before they are clients and risk loosing them, or do I simply provide the CMA in order to get them as clients." Well, There is no doubt that anyone selling their home will need to know it's current value on the current market. the question really is: Can you turn the CMA presentation into a listing appointment.

Putting your house op for sale in the Ottawa Real Estate Market is not very difficult. However, marketing it properly, having the largest number of potential buyers see it and taking care of all the details through to closing is a job for a professional. In order to avoid common mistakes and to ensure you get the most money in the shortest amount of time, seek the help of a Real Estate Professional. You will surprised at how easy the whole process can be.

For more info, or tips on selling your home, visit my site, or give me a call.

Exceeding your expectations,

Damien Robitaille.

Open House in Ottawa

Damien Robitaille, Sales Representative
Keller Williams Ottawa Realty, Brokerage
610 Bronson Ave, Ottawa, ON, K1S 4E6
drobitaille@kwottawa.ca
Direct 613-369-5832
Office 613-236-5959
Fax 613-369-5833
http://www.homeswithdamien.com/

Open House Day!!
I love doing Open Houses. It is a great way to meet people who are very interested in real estate! Either Buyers or sellers, or neighbours who want to see how the other lived. Whatever the motivation, everyone is on the same page. Conversations about Current Market Trands and the state of the Ottawa Real Estate Market are easy to initiate and carry on.
Of course finding motivated buyers is easy also. Many who are there are looking for a reason! They may not like that exact home, but you can bet that there is a home out there that they will like... and "I would love to help you find it".

Today, I am doing an Open House at 42 Tradewinds Dr. in Barrhaven. Please click the link for a view of the property. MLXchange Better yet, Please come by and say hello. I'll be there from 2 - 4pm today. IT is a lovely 4Bed, 4Bath home with a 5pc ensuite and 3 car Garage. It is located in the Tradewidns area of Barrhaven (close to the canal).





Regards,
Damien,

Buyers

Damien Robitaille, Sales Representative
Keller Williams Ottawa Realty, Brokerage
610 Bronson Ave, Ottawa, ON, K1S 4E6
drobitaille@kwottawa.ca
Direct 613-369-5832
Office 613-236-5959
Fax 613-369-5833
http://www.homeswithdamien.com/
Some of my buyer clients signed a conditional offer last night. They found their first home after seeing 10 properties. This is a very common occurrence in the Ottawa Real Estate Market as the average buyer looks at approximately 10 homes before deciding on the one to purchase.
While we were looking, more homes came on the market every day, and the number of new homes coming on each day increased. Obviously this is an example of the annual trend of our market to have inventory increase steadily until June or so. Despite the economic conditions in the rest of Canada, Ottawa seems too be following normal patterns.
For information on buying and selling homes in the Ottawa region, Please visit my web sit, or send me an email.

Regards,
Damien.

Training

Damien Robitaille, Sales Representative
Keller Williams Ottawa Realty, Brokerage
610 Bronson Ave, Ottawa, ON, K1S 4E6
drobitaille@kwottawa.ca
Direct 613-369-5832
Office 613-236-5959
Fax 613-369-5833
http://www.homeswithdamien.com/
Wow,
what a busy week! This week I attended a training seminar on the Craig Proctor system. It involves classified adds (or the modern equivalent) and minimally branded web sites. There is also an element of USP's and how to present them.
I found the idea very interesting and , although the system costs approx. $800, there are elements that can be done on one's own.
This is a perfect example of the many different ways to approach any situation. Everybody has advice that they are willing too sell to you.
If you need advice or facts or opinions on the state of the Ottawa Real estate Market, then please visit my site, or drop me a line. I'm always here to exceed your expectations.

Regards,
Damien.

Many Tasks

Damien Robitaille, Sales Representative
Keller Williams Ottawa Realty, Brokerage
610 Bronson Ave, Ottawa, ON, K1S 4E6
drobitaille@kwottawa.ca
Direct 613-369-5832
Office 613-236-5959
Fax 613-369-5833
http://www.homeswithdamien.com/

Good day!
Yesterday I switched to pre-printed letterhead and envelopes and realized a few hours of extra administrative work. Changing all templates and action plans to match was proving to be more costly (in time) then I could afford. The solution was to hire a professional to do the job. The dollar cost was minimal and it freed up my time to do some valuable lead generation.
This highlights the fact that a single agent has something like 163 tasks that must be accomplished on a daily basis. It is the hardest job in real estate. Now that the Ottawa Real Estate Market is heating up and getting busy, finding the right help and building a team (even part time) is essential.
IF you are planning on moving,, or know someone who is, why not call me so we can talk about your real estate needs. It would be my pleasure to help you.

Exceeding your expectations,
Damien.

Open House in Orleans

Damien Robitaille, Sales Representative
Keller Williams Ottawa Realty, Brokerage
610 Bronson Ave, Ottawa, ON, K1S 4E6
drobitaille@kwottawa.ca
Direct 613-369-5832
Office 613-236-5959
Fax 613-369-5833
WWW.HomesWithDamien.com


Hello all,

Today I ran an open house in Orleans, a pretty suburb East of Ottawa. We had a few visitors today that exemplified a good cross section of typical clientele: a family looking for a larger home, another buyer looking for a bargain that could be renovated (with additional interest in investment property), and a couple considering selling - researching the market.

They all asked the same question: What is the Ottawa market like now? I gave them all similar answers. The Ottawa Real Estate Market is more stable then most Canadian cities. We normally have shorter and lighter recession periods, and our housing prices haven't seen a sharp increase that demands a market correction. Adding in the large public service labour force and our high unemployment rate, it is no wonder that we are uniquely situated to weather the storm.

For more insights, please contact me or visit my web site.


Look for Video segments... coming soon.



Exceeding your expectations,
Damien.