TORONTO REAL ESTATE
September 4th, 2010 

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Date August 23, 2010  
Client
Pam Blanchfield
 
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Dear Chris,

I wanted to send a BIG thank you!! Robbie and I are now settled in our new home and are loving it! You were a big part of that and I truly appreciate all that you did for both Robbie and I. Buy selling our old house in less than a week it gave me the opportunity to look at all the re-sell houses on the market and to find the perfect one. As a single mom, I want to especially thank you for all the advice you gave to me from home inspection, electrical, furnace tips, what type of house to look for, how to stage the old house to look it’s very best to calming my nerves when I was I unsure. I know why you are a top sales person and I not only think you deserve the title but also consider you a great friend!

I wish you all the very best, would refer you to anyone and everyone and will always use your service! Please send my best to your assistant Lesley and thank her for all her help and support!

All the best, Pam and Robbie
 
Date July 16, 2010  
Client
Nancy 
 
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Hi Chris,

On the day of our closing, I would like to take this opportunity to say thank you - but I don't know where to start.

As you recall, I met you at an open house down the street from my own home. During our conversation, I asked if I could call you about selling my father's property. We already had an agent in mind but I had enjoyed talking to you and was left with a good feeling about you and your abilities.

When we were ready to put the house up for sale, we had you over to see the house. A day later you came back to us with a thorough marketing plan and suggestions for selling the house. We were so completely impressed with what you presented. We decided that night to list with you.

Throughout the process, you kept us up to date on marketing strategies and listings in the area. You seemed to constantly be working on ideas to attract buyers.

When it came to an offer, you guided us through that bumpy road - which may not have been as easy with any other agent.
Your experience and negotiating skills are second to none.

I have already been asked by many people about our experience with you as an agent and have told them all that I highly recommend you. I will continue to do so.

A final thank you for the flash card and last but not least, the amazing picture of 6 Marlow.
Although this would be a nice gesture for anyone - it is particularly special for me since three generations of my family have lived in that home.

You have helped me through a difficult time in selling my family home.
We have really enjoyed our association with you.
Thank you for being with us to celebrate the closing news tonight.

All the best to you and your family for a fantastic and well deserved summer vacation!

Nancy
 
Date June 25, 2010  
Client
Nevada & Ryan 
 
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Chris Dunlop was recommended to us by friends of ours, and we were not dissapointed. As first time home buyers, we felt we had a lot to learn. Chris lead us through the search and purchasing process at our own pace and made sure that we understood and were comfortable with each step along the way. He patiently listened to our needs and wants, letting us come to our own conclusions and offered advice in exactly the right places. Chris was very committed to our search and uderstood that we weren’t just looking for a house, but a home. We will not hesitate to recommend Chris to any of our friends.
Nevada and Ryan
 
Date December 23, 2009  
Client
Diane and David 
 
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Let's start with the bottom line. Thanks to Chris, we sold our house in two days for $46,000 over asking. What a way to kick off the holidays!

We discovered Chris through another agent who brought him on-board because of his experience and outstanding sales record in dealing with properties similar to our house. We were selling a large Victorian house, over 100 years old, and from the moment he saw it, Chris knew exactly what to do.

We discovered that Chris has some amazing resources which he has cultivated over the years, so when he suggested we refinish our floors, he also recommended a craftsman whose work he knew was top-notch. This was a critical decision as we had refinished our floors many years earlier and knew there was only enough wood left to withstand one last sanding. Chris' man did the job with spectacular results.

Chris also recommended a stager, with whom he had previously worked, and she was equally impressive. She suggested a number of renovations, including painting and new light fixtures, which she chose. The final result was very dramatic.

Prior to any of this, once we calculated that the renovations and staging were going to cost about $25,000, we wanted to test the market to determine what we might get for the house in its current condition. Chris listed the property "exclusively" for a short period and that brought us a single offer that we felt was rather low. Chris was very confident we would get a good return on our investment if we renovated and staged.

He developed a strategy from start to finish, which he carefully explained, that included an opening price that was $90,000 more than the single offer we had previously received. Using marketing brochures, web tours and other tools he produced, he was able to generate enough interest to create a bidding war. On the second day after listing on MLS, we sold for $46,000 over asking. That $25K investment yielded a profit of over 440%.

The quick sale had a slightly surreal quality, as though Chris had written a short play and all the participants were simply following the script when performing their respective roles. We were very impressed with Chris' knowledge of the market and strategic prowess.
As a bonus, he's also one of the most relaxed and pleasant professionals we've met, with a great sense of humour and a real zest for life. We can't recommend him too highly.
 
Date December 04, 2009  
Client
Mel and Andy 
 
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Chris was referred to us through a friend who knew we were going to be putting our condo on the market and he came highly recommended. As this was the first time ever for us to go through the process of selling a condo, we were very pleased with the time and effort Chris put into preparing us for the sale of the unit, organizing a stager, answering all of our questions and determining the best strategy for sale given the current market. I was very impressed when after our first meeting, we had a booklet delivered to our door that contained background info including all of the comparables in our building for the last several months. Very helpful!

As for the sale, we couldn't have asked for a better result; a very quick sale for well over the asking price with the least amount of personal disruption possible. The selling strategy that Chris proposed, based on the very specific market for our building/area, played out beautifully. We were particularly pleased to learn that a unit the same as ours with superior flooring and a bigger balcony sold for less than ours did just a few days later.

Chris was very prompt with all of his communications and meetings with us and he was professional and courteous. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone. Thanks Chris!

Mel and Andy
 
Date November 09, 2009  
Client
Linsey and James 
 
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My fiancé met Chris a few years ago and he always told me we should be using him if we ever wanted to sell our condo and buy a home. Chris had struck him as a very honest and decent person who would genuinely care about getting us a home we truly loved.

This year we finally decided to take the plunge and get a home. We called Chris and the following day he met with us to walk us through the process and ask us about the type of home we were envisioning. Even though we didn’t have a good idea ourselves of what we wanted, Chris was able to pull things from the conversation to start putting the picture together. For example, we have dogs so he knew we would want green space close by; we are getting married so we may want a few extra bedrooms for kids down the road; things like that.

Shortly after our initial meeting, Chris started getting other balls rolling for us. He got us a stager for our condo on his own dime and she really helped us to maximize the potential of our very small space. He also started sending us listings of places that might meet our needs and showing us different neighbourhoods to consider.

If you can believe it, within a month of our first phone call to Chris, he had sold our place for more than $10,000 over asking and had found us the place of our dreams for well within our budget. For that reason alone, I would highly recommend using Chris but the real value Chris brought for me was the time and attention he invested in us. I always thought buying and selling a home would be a very stressful process but Chris found a way to take the pressure off us so we could just enjoy the ride.

I cannot wait to move into our new place. Chris and his family will definitely be amongst the first people we have over for dinner and drinks.

Sincerely,
Linsey Nogueira
 
Date September 10, 2009  
Client
Lisa  Hamilton
 
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"I just bought my first condo. Chris guided me through the entire process. He also got what I was looking for and was able to show me places that fit most of my criteria and one that fit ALL!! It only took one round of going out and a follow up. There was no pressure from him.

He knew the market, the neighbourhoods, did research on the areas and buildings I was looking at. He also armed me with all the information I needed to make a decision.

When it came to negotiating he was AMAZING! He had several approaches sorted out before beginning so that if one approach didn't work, he could still continue the conversation without re-grouping.

I would never want to be on the other side trying to negotiating against him."

Lisa Hamilton
 
Date September 01, 2009  
Client
Crista and Mike 
 
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“Chris Dunlop’s dedication, passion and knowledge of his craft are unmatched. His relentless pursuit of our best interests put all our fears at ease and found us our dream starter home. We have no hesitation recommending him to any prospective home buyer.” – Crista & Mike
 
Date August 18, 2009  
Client
Sarah and Adrian 
 
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"From the moment we started working with him, Chris impressed us with his professionalism, his knowledge of current market conditions, and his willingness to investigate any and every query we had. Indeed, Chris got us our new house when not many other realtors would have. We entered a competing offers situation with a conditional offer. Yet, before the deadline on the offers had expired that evening, Chris had taken all the steps needed to give us the confidence to change our offer to an unconditional one. In one single day, he arranged and supervised an inspection, liaised with our mortgage broker, and kept in constant contact with the seller's realtor - at the end of that day the house was ours! We would thoroughly recommend Chris and all the professionals he referred us to, together they made us feel relaxed and confident throughout the entire process."
Sarah De La Rue, PhD
 
Date May 14, 2009  
Client
Susan and Derek Fearnley
 
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Chris,

I am writing this a few weeks after the quick sale of our townhouse. It has taken me this long to get over the shock of the one day listing and unbelievable price ($11K above asking!) for which our Old Riverdale townhouse sold.

As you know, we were wary about selling our home in the current economic uncertainty. You talked with us plainly about the pros and cons of selling now and helped us decide that now would be relatively risk free. Never in our wildest dreams did we anticipate selling so quickly and for such a great price! The quick sale allowed me and the kids to get off to Alberta and be reunited with my husband sooner than expected.

We felt comfortable choosing you as our real estate agent for several reasons: you were our neighbour and still live in the area; the long and positive reputation of Royal LePage; but primarily, your marketing plan was very carefully thought out.

This is a bit of an understatement, your marketing plan was brilliant! You knew how to maximize on the largest number of agents and appropriate buyers seeing our listing on the first day, which resulted in a mini "bidding war".

We had many friends, family and neighbours who were skeptical of your strategy, especially during an economic down-turn, but we are so glad we held out and trusted your skill and expertise.

We want to also thank you for respecting our budget for fixing up the townhouse and for being frank with us about which areas to concentrate on. Your recommendations were bang on, resulting in 2 out of the 5 buyers who saw our house making offers. Also, your arsenal of trades people, at the ready for us to choose from was appreciated since we had a tight timeframe to get the work done.

Chris, you are really great at what you do... honest, professional and solution focused. We wish you the best in your career!

Thanks again for making the transition into the next phase of our lives go so smoothly.

Respectfully yours,

Susan and Derek Fearnley.
 
Date April 10, 2009  
Client
Edward  Garzon
 
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Seller - Edward Garzon

"Chris was able to provide all the background information that I was looking for, helping me to choose the perfect time to list, setting the price just right and providing smart tips on how to make the house look its best ..

My house sold on the second day that it was listed and I got the full price. We even had to cancel the open house.

Chris is a very prompt and courteous agent, responding quickly to my numerous inquiries, I found Chris is a great person to work with, his feedback and insight really helped me feel comfortable througout the sale process,

I would not hesitate to recommend him to my family and friends.

Thanks again Chris for all your hard work." Edward
 
Date March 01, 2009  
Client
Laura  Wright
 
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Dear Seller,
Given today's economy, I was very nervous when it came to selling my condo. However, Chris made the process easy and painless. From conveniently meeting me anywhere in town and at any time, arranging for a free staging consultation (which turned out to be very valuable!), coordinating open houses, to skillfully negotiating with buyers, he was accommodating, conscientious and motivated. Chris'
professional advice and calm reassurance made it easy to relax and know that my condo was "in good hands".

Thanks for all your hard work Chris!

Laura
 
Date February 01, 2009  
Client
Amy and David Kaufman
 
Email
adickies@hotmail.com
 
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It is with great pleasure that we recommend Chris Dunlop. After years of renting and casually watching house prices in our mid-town Toronto neighbourhood, we decided it was time to get serious. Because of a recommendation from a friend, we called Chris. Not only is Chris knowledgeable, well-connected and professional, he is a terrific guy and brings unique skills to the table when working with clients. Within our first meeting, he was able to identify and articulate our particular needs and wants more clearly than we had. He helped us to narrow and refine our search for a home and respected the fact that as busy, working parents we weren’t interested in looking at listings that were outside of our criteria.

Chris made himself available to us to look at homes, offered his advice and expertise and always made sure that we understood and were comfortable with the process. When it came time to make an offer, he and Lesley, chris’ client care coordinator, were professional and efficient and his negotiating experience was invaluable to us. The entire process went very smoothly and we are thrilled to be in our new home. We continue to appreciate his willingness to answer questions and provide information. He has more than lived up to his promise to be a ‘full-service agent’.

We would recommend him to anyone, and would most definitely use his services again in the future.
Amy and David Kaufman
 
Date January 15, 2009  
Client
Ehrin and Timothy 
 
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Dear Chris and Lesley

When my partner brought up the idea of buying a house, I was nervous. He had gone to the first time home buyers seminar hosted by Chris Dunlop, and I hadn't. I had talked with friends about their experiences buying homes and I was intimidated by all the real estate jargon I didn't understand. I just wasn’t in my comfort zone, handing over a bunch of money we don't really have!!

When we met with Chris the first time, he went over all those new words for me, but most importantly he understood how excited and nervous I was about the whole process. Right away I could tell he had seen my blank stare on plenty of past clients. He took the pressure off the process by assuring us it would be fun and letting us know there are no stupid questions. Leaving our first meeting that night I knew we would get along great with Chris, he is so calming, understanding and friendly.

We went out with Chris a few times to look at homes, and it was a lot of fun! Not only did we get to check out some people’s questionable decor and have a good laugh, but we also learned a lot about what to look for beyond the obvious. Even when it seemed like we would be looking forever, Chris let us know he would go out with us as many times as necessary to ensure we found the right home. On our third trip we found a house we loved and ended up buying. But while we were falling in love with it, Chris had a good way of keeping us in check and focused. The night we got the house, was a surreal blur. And at that moment we knew Chris was in charge. Pointing to were we had to sign and smiling at our shocked faces.

Through the whole experience I always felt safe and comfortable with Chris. His humour is certainly unique and we blended very well together. He has a great ability to read the situation and people in it, and always stays within the comfort zone of his clients. I would (and have) recommend him wholeheartedly, and especially to first time home buyers. Lesley, Chris’ client care coordinator was also always a great help, and didn't even laugh at me when I signed all the papers in the wrong spot!

It was less than a month from when I first met with Chris until we found the house we are enjoying now. It was a quick process and with a team like Chris and Lesley to help it can seem easy, relatively stress-free and enjoyable.

Thank you so much,


Ehrin Albright
 
Date December 15, 2008  
Client
Patricia Santos
 
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After 5 years of renting, I decided to educate myself and look at the possibility of buying a place. By doing so, I went to several home buying seminars that were offered for 1st time buyers. After attending Chris and Mary's seminar, I was instantly convinced that I would go for them. I was living and working in Toronto at that time.

Then my work moved to Mississauga. As I decided to start looking to buy a place, I contemplated whether I should still get Chris or look for a local agent in the city. I got in touch with Chris and fortunately for me, he is also familiar with the Missisauga area so he officially became my agent.

I am really happy with my decision to get Chris. I know that buying the first home is a stressful and scary process but he made it easy for me. He was approachable and was always available. He was very patient in answering my never-ending questions. He understood all my needs. For each house we looked at, he even tried to picture myself and my daughter living in it. He also gave very useful information about each house which helped me during the decision making process.

Then, I decided to make an offer for a townhouse in a sought-after complex in Mississauga. Chris strategically worked on it and we ended up getting the house for a super super low price (whom a lot of people I told about couldn't even believe!). So much lower than the lowest sold price in the complex. I was in high spirits!

My daughter and I are now living in the townhouse and we couldn't be happier. We have a nice home in a great complex, and we got it for a really good price. Thanks to Chris! And his services didn't end there. He still keeps in touch and has been available to answer questions even after sales.

I would definitely recommend him to my friends and to whoever is looking to buy a home.

Patricia
 
Date November 19, 2008  
Client
Nadia and Phil 
 
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Chris Dunlop was our first real-estate agent, and after comparing notes with other 1st-time buyers we know, we can't believe how lucky we were.
While our friends were left scratching their heads, wondering what they were paying their agents for, Chris really delivered for us. He did a great job of understanding what we needed from our home, and helped us tailor our search accordingly. He provided us with as much or as little information as we wanted, and when we toured properties for sale, Chris gave us lots of valuable input. Ranging from the investment potential of the property, to whether the electrical systems were likely up-to-code, to the relative prevalence of termites in the area and everything in-between, Chris volunteered tons of critical information. He never pressured us to buy, and he gave us his honest and critical opinions about the homes and neighbourhoods we were looking at.

When it came time to put in our offers, Chris really shone. Working around the clock, Chris was able to use his network of professional contacts to schedule home inspections & pest/termite inspections on extremely short notice, have his team draft purchase offers late in the evening, and communicate effectively with the selling agent to help us craft a successful offer strategy.

We'll be glad to use Chris again when it's time to move up, and we're happy to recommend his services to anyone looking for a real estate agent in Toronto.


Phil Maheux & Nadia Romito
1st-time buyers in East York
 
Date October 17, 2008  
Client
Lesley and Colin 
 
Email
lpatterson57@hotmail.com
 
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October 17th, 2008

During the Thanksgiving long weekend, my boyfriend and I got word of a private sale in our neighbourhood, we were not sure what to do and didn't feel comfortable without an agent. We needed someone to help us put together and offer, negotiate a fair price and help us understand the process. We called Chris and much to our surprise, he offered to meet us within a couple of hours. Chris took us to view the property and explained that he could definitely be of service to us and represent us as purchasers, even though it was a private sale. He provided us answers to all of our questions and put an offer together the same day. He then scheduled to meet with the sellers to present our offer. Chris was able to get us a purchase price for $25,000.00 less than the sellers were asking, helping us to come up with an offer they couldn't refuse. Chris naturally understood our needs and wants and negotiated a deal that was very much to our satisfaction.

Chris has continued to provide excellent service by connecting us with a wonderful mortgage broker and lawyer. He keeps in touch and is always available to help us with any issues that may arise.

I would not hesitate to recommend Chris as your Real Estate agent. He made himself available and guided us through the process with a great comfort level. He always considered our best interest. I was very impressed with his knowledge base and skills as a Realtor.

Sincerely,

Lesley and Colin
 
Date September 30, 2008  
Client
Nathan and Christina 
 
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To whom it may concern,

A few short months ago, we lived in a dilapidated and neglected apartment building with minimal heat, occasional hot water, mice and surprisingly high rent. Today, we own a modern one bedroom condo in the downtown core. We owe this incredible change in our lives primarily to Chris Dunlop and his talented team.

Like many other people, we didn't think we could afford to buy a home, let alone someplace we might actually want to live in. Chris' first time home buyers seminar opened our eyes to a whole world of options and gave us a realistic perspective of what we could afford and what was available. Many of our most important questions were answered right away and the seminar gave us a detailed overview of the whole process. He provided us with the tools to evaluate both individual properties on the market and his performance as a Realtor.

On an individual level, Chris was willing to listen to our concerns and take our unique circumstances into consideration. We have a small English Bulldog, small enough to be appropriate for apartment living, yet bulky enough to make her outside of the weight limits many condo corporations hold. From the start, Chris was on the lookout for pet friendly buildings and when we made our offer, he did extra leg work behind the scenes to be sure that no restrictions would be an issue. Understanding of this kind is invaluable in a Realtor.

Purchasing a home is a complicated and stressful undertaking, particularly for first-time buyers. Chris guided us through every step of the way and we would gladly recommend him to anyone.

Sincerely, Nathan and Christina
 
Date August 20, 2008  
Client
Sara Bickle & Sean Quinn 
 
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To Whom It May Concern:

When my wife Sara and I were looking to buy our first home, we did not know where to start. Our mortgage broker suggested that we contact Chris, as he works primarily with first time homebuyers. We met with Chris at a coffee shop, listened to what he had to offer us and quickly became comfortable and confident in using him as our agent.

One concern that we had when we began our home search was the time it would take. Chris was able to work around our schedules to show us any and all the properties that we were interested in. When we found something that we were interested in, Chris walked us through the process and made sure that we were comfortable and understood every aspect. During the negotiation process, Chris acted quickly, and confidently. Sara and I feel confident that it was these qualities in Chris that saved us a substantial amount off of the asking price.

Chris was very helpful throughout the entire purchasing process. His knowledge and experience made our home buying experience comfortable and easy. When it comes time for us to move, we will feel confident in using Chris as our agent again.


Sincerely,
Sean Quinn
 
Date July 8, 2008  
Client
Adrienne Barrett
 
Email
givenmydruthers@yahoo.ca
 
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When I decided to sell my condo, I expected it to be a
long and stressful process. Chris did everything
possible to help lessen that stress - from helping me
to whip my property into shape with a professional
stager to carefully assessing the best time to list on
mls. Thanks to Chris' expertise, my condo sold on the
first day, for well above asking price. I couldn't be
happier with the outcome.

Adrienne Barrett
 
Date June 16, 2008  
Client
Jennifer Mesquita
 
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Dear prospective home buyer or seller,
I left home on a Sunday to look for a minivan, stopped in at an open house, and fell in love with the house - but bids were due by 8 pm Monday. Thanks to Chris, in less than 24 hours we had a home inspection completed and mortgage financing approved, and were able to submit a clean offer. Our offer was accepted and within an hour after the offer was presented, we knew that we had won the bidding process. In essence, we bought a home in less than 24 hours, start to finish!

Chris guided us through the process calmly and objectively, crafting a bid that was high enough to win without overpaying for our new home. Throughout the process I felt supported, fully informed, and never pressured. What I think speaks volumes about Chris' service is that in addition to clearing his own schedule, he was able to arrange on a Sunday night to have an inspector and mortgage broker assist us the very next day. Not only is this a signal of real bench strength, in my view, but a clear indication that Chris is highly respected by the other professionals he works with every day. In my view, you can't get a better recommendation than that.

I would without question recommend Chris to friends, family and colleagues, and use him again.

Yours truly - Jennifer Mesquita
 
Date March 08, 2008  
Client
Millie Kwan
 
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Dear Future Homeowner,

I thought owning my own home was beyond my means and that I was destined to be a professional renter for the rest of my life. Then I met Chris Dunlop at one of his First-time Home Buyer Seminars. It was one of the best two hours I have spent in a long time. The seminar was very educational and informative. I left the seminar feeling encouraged that home ownership was a possibility for me.

I was impressed with Chris’ passion and dedication to help people achieve their dreams, and his approach with clients. I felt Chris was someone a first-time homebuyer, like me, could trust. I felt I would feel comfortable working with Chris.

I found my “dream condo” on mls.ca within days of meeting Chris. We toured nine properties at four different buildings in one afternoon. I ended up buying another unit in the same building as my “dream condo”. Chris’ real estate knowledge and experience helped me to confidently pick a good-valued property that met my wish list. He guided me through the offer presentation, and his superb negotiation skills got me my dream condo at the price, terms, and conditions that I was happy with. It was exactly eleven days from the day I met Chris to the day my offer was accepted!

I really appreciated the full service Chris provided. He referred me to a mortgage broker, real estate lawyer, and home inspector. I didn’t know the home-buying process could be so smooth and easy. The hardest part was waiting for the closing.

Chris Dunlop is my realtor for life. I would not hesitate to refer Chris to my family and friends.

Sincerely,

Millie Kwan
 
Date November 09, 2007  
Client
Andrew and Leisse 
 
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November, 2007
Three words to describe Chris Dunlop: honest, committed, professional. Are you looking for a realtor who exudes patience and knowledge? Are you interested in working closely with someone who will treat you respectfully as a priority client without pressure? Look no further.

If you are preparing to buy your first home, as we were, you are sure to be more than a little nervous about the process you are about to embark on. You can rest assured that you have made the right decision by working with Chris Dunlop.

We originally came in contact with Chris through www.gethomes.ca. After going through several listings he had sent us, we decided to get more serious about looking for a property to call our own. Having only rented to date, we were unsure of what the Toronto real estate market held in store for us. We were skeptical of who to trust, and didn’t how to go about looking for a place to live in any of the number of neighbourhoods to choose from in this city.

From our first meeting with Chris, we felt exceptionally comfortable. He was able to walk us through each step of the process and relate it back in “user-friendly” terms. We looked at a number of houses in a few different areas. It seemed as though with each new house we saw, we added or changed something on our list of priorities. Chris didn’t bat an eye or seem at all frustrated; he simply kept us well-informed about our options, and continued to make himself available to show us new properties.

I am pleased to say that in the end, we found a perfect house that we plan to make our home very soon. Chris was there at every step along the way, even after the sale was finalized. If you read through any other feedback from other clients, you will find the same repeating themes about his character: honest, reliable, and knowledgeable. There is no question that he has earned every ounce of this reputation. By choosing to work with Chris Dunlop, you are choosing to work with an honest and committed professional.

Happy house hunting!

Leisse Van Walraven Andrew Wilcox
 
Date October 16, 2007  
Client
Jerry Pevzner
 
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Hi Chris

I just wanted to thank you for the fantastic job you did in helping me find my condo downtown. I was very fortunate to find you through the gethomes.ca web site.

As a first time buyer, you made the whole process much less stressful. By pointing out both the positive and negative aspects of all the buildings we visited, it really helped me to make an informed decision about my final choice. Your honesty is very much appreciated. I certainly learned a lot about the whole process of purchasing a new place with you helping to guide me.

Your very prompt responses to both my e-mail and voice requests as well as your ability to set up visits on short notice was very much appreciated and shows how well attuned you are to the time sensitive nature of the whole process of purchasing a home.

I would have no hesitation in referring you to anyone I knew who was either buying or selling a home. Next time I won't need gethomes.ca to find a Realtor I will come straight to you.

thanks again

Jerry
 
Date October 16, 2007  
Client
Marc and Amanda Mills
 
Email
marc.mills@vmd.desjardins.com
 
Reference
To Whom it May Concern,
My wife and I commenced our search for our first home in the summer of 2006 and we started working with Chris to help us out in our endeavour. Once we had narrowed down a location (in Whitby) and gave Chris some parameters, he quickly started doing his research and providing us with excellent information and other insight to help us along the way.

Although we were in no major rush to buy, Chris did not push us down his list of priorities, but instead followed up with us regularly. This summer a new listing came up which Chris promptly advised us of and we looked at and loved it.

Chris provided well researched comparables and other market commentary to justify a solid offer that we would submit. During the process Chris was always available to answer questions or explain the process and he went out of his way to ensure that we were comfortable proceeding at each stage. As a result we successfully bid for the house and everything went as planned.

Thank you Chris!

Marc and Amanda
 
Date September 14, 2007  
Client
Alexander Pilapil
 
Reference
Hi Chris,

I just wanted to thank you for all the help you gave me while searching for properties! You clearly had my best interest in mind while looking for the ideal place! You provided me with knowledge, insights and guidance to help me navigate the real estate world.

I am very glad that I attended your seminar. It was truly worthwhile. From that very first day (at the seminar), I felt that you conducted yourself very well with such professionalism and integrity. You continued to conduct yourself as such through out the whole time we looked at properties!

With all the advice and support you have given me, I felt a lot more confident with all my decision-making.

You have made this first time home buying experience a very positive one. It has been a great pleasure working with you and I look forward to working with you again in the future. I will surely recommend you to all my family/friends.

Thanks for everything!

Alexander Pilapil
 
Date July 01, 2007  
Client
Michael and Annie 
 
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Dear prospective homebuyer:

At this point in your search for a new home, you've probably realized that unless you've got an uncle in the biz, you're going to need solid professional representation, especially if you're a first-time buyer. It is with great confidence that we recommend Chris Dunlop for this very important role. He was with us the whole way, always eager to answer any questions and point us in the right direction.

We had originally wanted to focus on the downtown area, but as our search progressed, we found a lot of our preferences and criteria changing - and Chris never missed a beat! He's incredibly patient and was never annoyed by our shifting priorities. He was always ready and happy to show us any place we wanted, no matter when or where, and being able to view enough comparable homes with him is what made us so confident with our eventual purchase. Chris even suggested and showed us a home which he knew offered him a less-than-expected commission rate from the seller - all because he felt the place would be a great fit for us. Now, that's dedication!

Chris says that real estate is about people, and his passion for his work is very hard to miss. His advice was always logical and intelligent, and never imposing. He's very knowledgeable and helpful at providing useful information to enable buyers to make educated decisions on their own, without pressure or bias. He's able to provide references to his extensive network of professional colleagues, and he even recommended a great lawyer for us.

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For the full text of this letter - e-mail chris @ cdunlop@royallepage.ca

Michael and Annie
 
Date April 27, 2007  
Client
 
 
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Chris,

We just want to thank you for the wonderful job you did for us over the last couple of months - your hard work and dedication in both helping us to purchase our dream home (below asking) and selling our current place (at $45,000 over asking - still can't wipe the smiles off our faces) was fantastic.

With regards to the purchase of our new home, the care you took in not only making sure that we were comfortable with such a big purchase by ensuring that we saw enough comparables, following up on all of our questions, walking us through the negotiating process and even after the purchase was made ensuring that the inspections were thoroughly completed was awesome!

On the selling side, the pricing strategy employed, not to mention the extensive marketing plan as well as staging ideas you brought to the table worked to perfection - as evidenced by the unbelievable 17 offers we received! The way you were able to handle all of the chaos that ensued showed your professionalism, and ultimatley the price you were able to negotiate was truly impressive.

Thanks again for everything you have done for us and feel free to use us as a reference anytime!


Myra, Sharad and Dylan.
 
Date April 23, 2007  
Client
Renee Olbert
 
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As a first time homebuyer I was both excited and terrified at the prospect of starting this new chapter in my life. I had visions that it would be a fun, thrilling ride with my agent there to guide me through all the pit falls of first time buying. However, that is not how my story started. Sadly, that is because, the first real estate agent I used was not Chris Dunlop. I can whole-heartedly say that it was a terrible experience. I felt rushed at viewings and was heavily pressured to make offers on places before I felt ready to do so. I finally felt that it was important to make a fresh start. However I was so demoralized by that time that I thought finding a conscientious, dedicated real estate agent would be a difficult to borderline impossible task.

As a first time buyer it was important that I had an agent who would take the time to work through the purchasing process with me, who would not pressure me into hasty bids and most importantly it was important for me to have an agent who would be prepared to make an exhaustive search for my dream home. I was so thrilled when I was put into contact with Chris. I felt completely at ease and exceptionally secure in the knowledge that he would do what was right for me- his client. Chris was enthusiastic and diligent and incredibly easy to work with. He never made me feel as though he was too busy for me and he took great pains to find places that suited both my needs and my budget.

I thoroughly enjoyed my experience with Chris and I strongly urge anyone looking to buy or sell a home to consider working with him. I don’t think you’ll regret it.

Sincerely,




Renée Olbert
 
Date February 15, 2007  
Client
Roman Kasianik
 
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To Whom It May Concern:

For a person wanting to enter the real-estate market, things can look murky and downright unclear. If that same person also likes to have a clear idea of the process, and a goal in mind, the lack of good real-estate information becomes apparent. If, in addition to that, the person is not able to spend a significant amount of their time on real-estate research and learning, the situation is hopeless.

That is, unless you have someone that can clearly guide you and help you along the way. It is my pleasure to say that I have found one such person: Chris Dunlop of Royal LePage Estate Realty.

Though Chris has many great qualities, the ones that stood out the most to me are listed below.
• Preparedness – I’ve never seen Chris come to meetings with me unprepared. He is always ready. He is always available. He is always on time. Outstanding.
• Understanding of my goals – As much as other agents preach this, Chris was truly able to see what I needed, and provided the housing options that matched my criteria. Outstanding.
• Patient – The process of finding a place for me was a long one. We have seen a dozen places, discarded dozens more in the review phase and finally found one. And all in all, this took months. Chris was prepared to wait as long as it takes, till we find a perfect place. Outstanding.
• Research – Chris did his research. Chris had the answers. If I ever had a question, and Chris did not know the answer, he would admit it freely and come back to me shortly with the answer, provided by his professional contacts. Outstanding.

Based on the above, I know that when I have to buy or sell another property in Toronto, my first point of contact will be Chris Dunlop. Hence, I would definitely recommend you consider Chris as your real-estate agent.


Sincerely,

Roman Kasianik

February 15, 2007
 
Date November 24, 2006  
Client
Elaine Munro
 
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Dear Chris:

I am writing to express my appreciation and thanks for your work and assistance in helping me to purchase my first home. From the very start of the home searching process to the purchasing stage of my home, you were approachable, supportive, responsive and knowledgeable.

You helped to minimize the stress and uncertainty in looking for a home and you were able to advise me in making informed decisions along the way. I am pleased with the property that we found and am delighted that it meets the criteria and "wish list" that I had set out with at the beginning of the process.

I am also pleased that you took the time to listen to and understand my needs /preferences and you seemed to really take into consideration when seeking out and showing me places. You were also great in handling my ongoing questions and concerns.

I am currently settling into my new home, getting to know the surrounding neighbourhood, and I am really enjoying the change!

I am appreciative of the role you played in making the home buying course a smooth, exciting, and rewarding experience and I would not hesitate to refer others who are in need of a realtor to your business.

Thanks again and best regards!

Sincerely,


Elaine Munro
 
Date October 01, 2006  
Client
Julie Smith
 
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Dear Chris,

I am writing to thank you for your expert help in my recent home purchase. I cannot even begin to explain how helpful you were during the daunting experience of buying my first home. However, I will try.

I knew I was in capable hands the first time we spoke when you identified and addressed the unique challenges facing a single home buyer like myself. Your ability to respond appropriately to the different needs of each of your clients was apparent each time you referenced an experience with other clients. You knew when to help me work through a concern or debate and when to let me consider the options on my own. You were impressively available to answer my questions. Of course, no one has all the answers and I really appreciated your honesty when you weren't 100% certain. You always had helpful suggestions and ideas for further investigation.

Your sense of humour and good natured approach made the property viewings a lot of fun. You skillfully guided me through each step of the process, including a couple of stressful bidding situations. While keeping integrity and honesty a top priority, your knowledge of the Toronto real estate system and the mindset of sellers and buyers gave me an advantage in competitive bidding circumstances.

I'm thrilled with my new home and I look forward to working with you in the future. I have been recommending you to friends and family and I would be happy to speak to any prospective clients as a reference.

Sincerely,

Julie Smith.
 
Date September 30, 2006  
Client
Adrienne Barrett
 
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When I was beginning to think about getting a realtor to help me find a condominium, Chris Dunlop was recommended to me by a friend. It was the best recommendation I've ever received.

I suppose I can't give him 100 per cent of the credit for the fact that I found my dream condo on the first day we went viewing together; luck definitely played a part. But I can give him all the credit for coaching me through the stressful bidding process, and for keeping my spirits up when things looked bleak. At a time when it looked as though my property was going to another buyer, Chris emphasized that he'd work with me as long at it took for me to find another place that felt like home. I'm sure this is his approach with every client, and I don't believe it's a line. I never felt I was working with a "salesman", who would nudge me toward taking a certain path; I really felt I could trust him to look out for my best interests.

Chris is knowledgeable, articulate and extremely patient in explaining anything related to the home-buying process, which was critical for first-time homebuyer like me. He's personable and funny, which put me at ease immediatley. He's a terrific listener, and I appreciated the fact that he encouraged me to trust my instincts.

I've been settled in my new home for just over a month, and am looking forward to Chris' visit next week-- partly because I'll enjoy the pleasure of his company, and partly because I can't wait to get his housewarming gift, which I happen to know is a new toilet seat. The current seat is shaped like a seashell, which was absolutley the only drawback to my new place.

Sincerely and happily,


Adrienne Barrett
 
Date September 01, 2006  
Client
Bill Uniac
 
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Re: Chris Dunlop, Royal Lepage Realtor – Letter of Recommendation

To whom it may concern:

I write this letter for those who are thinking of using Chris to help them buy or sell. As a client of Chris’s I am pleased to recommend his services without reservation.

Chris Dunlop has proven to me that he cares about his clients and works hard to make sure they get the best result possible. He is not just claiming to provide service with integrity; he actually delivers.

From locating the right listings to helping me evaluate prospective homes and developing an offer strategy, Chris has taken the time to help me understand the process and know what to expect at each step. Whenever choices needed to be made Chris would explain the options including their benefits and drawbacks, allowing me to make informed decisions. He was ready with suggestions without being pushy, letting me know that what I wanted was what was going to happen..

When things got rough, as they did for me, he went to bat for me and knocked it out of the park. I can truly say that without Chris’s efforts, knowledge and dedication I would not be happily living in my new home today.

Anyone in need of a realtor would be lucky to have him working on their side.

Sincerely,


Bill Uniac
Toronto, Ontario
 
Date September 01, 2006  
Client
Daniel Ponech
 
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Comment on blog www.mynameiskate.com

I have to chime in on Chris. He was my agent when I sold my old condo and purchased a
new one. He’s refreshingly forthright, incredibly insightful, and stupefyingly honest.
Point worth noting: After I left my old building, seven units went up for sale. Only one
sold (that spring). Chris represented that unit.

He might not be the second coming, but he’s likely Jesus’ realtor for the second coming.

Daniel Ponech – response to the above blog post.
Former resident 365 Dundas St. East
 
Date August 02, 2006  
Client
Kate Trgovac
 
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Moving across the country is a lot of work. You would think that I would have expected
this… but I think that I sometimes still inhabit that Star Trek world where I believe that
the replicator, the transporter and Jean-Luc will take care of everything. Well, it turns
out that replicators and transporters aren’t quite ready for prime time! But, I did find my
equivalent of Jean-Luc.. My real estate agent, Chris Dunlop.

Now Chris has considerably more hair than the esteemed Captain, but he has handled the
prepping and sale of our condo with the same panache. If you are looking for a real estate agent in Toronto, call Chris…

Blog posting www.mynameiskate.ca
Kate Trgovac
 
Date June 01, 2006  
Client
Wayne Berge
 
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Dear Chris:

I just thought I'd let you know how much I appreciate all the work you did to sell my home. Your expert advice on how to present my home to prospective buyers led to a very speedy sale for a great price. I also appreciate the way you took your time to explain every aspect of the sale. You definatley went the extra mile.

Thank you

Best Regards

Wayne Berge
 
Date May 01, 2006  
Client
John Adubofuor
 
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To whom it may concern,

I have recently worked with Chris Dunlop as my real estate agent in the purchase of my first home, and had so much success, I've not only recommended him to several of my friends who are currently "in the market" but am also writing this to recommend him to you also.

As a first time home buyer, when it came to the buying process, I knew little more than what type of place I was looking for, where I'd like to find it and how much I was able to pay. At least I realized how little I knew. That realization put me in the market to find a real estate agent.

I went about choosing my agent the only way I felt comfortable, by getting recommendations from people I trusted. I was introduced to Chris through a friend who had just successfully purchased through Chris. He wasn't the only one, a second friend of mine had great success with Chris not even one month later.

One of the first things I liked about working with Chris was how thorough and patient he was with me in reviewing the services he could provide to assist in my purchase. We quickly reached a common understanding, and the hunt for my place was underway immediatley. As we worked through the process of selecting places to view, seeing them together, bidding and ultimatley closing, I posed countless questions to Chris that he was always able to answer clearly in a very timely manner. At no time did I feel rushed nor did Chris ever push me to bid on something that wasn't right for me, (a concern with some other agents), something I appreciated immensely.

He went above and beyond, in not only accommodating my busy work schedule, but by remaining involved as much as I needed him even after the transaction had closed in assisting me with an amendment or two as well.

I have not doubt I will solicit Chris' services when I am ready to sell this place and buy another. Please take this as my recommendation to you. Chris Dunlop, is an excellent Real Estate agent who will help you find the place you are looking for and steer you though to your satisfactory closing.

Sincerely,


John Adubofuor
1st time home buyer
 
Date February 01, 2006  
Client
Jennifer  Madrid
 
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Chris Dunlop has made the entire selling process run smoothly and efficiently. He was very attentive and knowledgeable; Our dealings with Chris were by far the most positive we have ever experienced. We would only think of Chris to recommend to our friends and family.”

Jennifer Madrid of Toronto, On
 
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