TESTIMONIALS FROM CLIENTS
"I just wanted to reiterate our gratitude to you not only for the professionalism and high quality in everything you did for us; but also for being very available and accommodating. You were always ready to answer any questions and concerns and more importantly you were always easy to reach when we needed you. Before engaging you as our Realtor I was very skeptical about the value add of an agent. I was very wrong. Your expertise, knowledge and experience have been tremendous help. We priced smartly and sold quickly. You helped us reach a decision by presenting all the facts around current listings, previous sales, what purchasers look for and what needs to be done to get the best possible results.
The final negotiation with the purchasing Realtor was also well done. You closed the sale and the opportunity was not missed or lost. I am very thankful that we chose you. You were assertive and clear and you did not shy away from overcoming other realtors' objections. At the same time you were very courteous, professional and immaculately organized.
I feel that you sold our condo as if you were selling your own, and you presented it with pride and interest. Thank you and I would definitely recommend you if need and would ask for you to represent us in future. " ... Bassel El-Abdallah
"Sharon worked day and night showing me different options and properties that I could consider. I was getting frustrated because I had probably seen thirty plus homes and still could not decide. Sharon was very patient and her attention to detail was impeccable and cannot be duplicated. She is very honest to say which properties wre good investments and which homes she thinks were overpriced. She will NOT sell anyone a property just to make a quick buck. Sharon even studies the location and the selling price of the homes in the vicinity.
With Sharon's help, I was able to find the perfect home that would fit my budget and lifestyle with such short notice. I highly recommend Sharon Batke to anyone selling or looking to buy a home.".....Franz de Jesus
"Just wanted to say thank you very much for helping us with our first home purchase. You were the perfect agent for us, someone who understood who we were and what we wanted. Your dedication to helping us find our home was amazing...you still had a smile when we asked to see the house for the 4th time! We really appreciated all your feedback along the way too.
"With regards to selling our condo...all we can say is WOW - during a time where the condo market (or selling market) was at a low we were able to sell the condo with relatively good speed. You were right, if we price the condo to sell, it will do just that and it did. We also will remember the tough negotiating you did, we're sure the buyer's agent will remember you! We also wanted to say how impressed we were with the layout of the information sheet, the pictures you took really showed the condo well and I'm sure was one of the reasons we sold! Thanks again Sharon for all your Help! .....Renee and Colin
"Having Sharon as my realtor was terrific! As a first time homebuyer her professionalism, expertise and patience was invaluable to me. Once my offer was accepted she stuck with me, paying attention to every last detail ensuring a smooth closing and transition to "homeowner". I would highly recommend Sharon to anyone looking for an exceptional realtor. Once again, thanks a million! ...Kelly
"As someone that I have known personally for many years, selecting Sharon as my Real Estate Agent was a very easy choice for me. I knew that I could trust her advice and that she would always do that right thing. That’s just the way Sharon is. Sharon put a lot of pressure on herself not to let me down in any way and she did not disappoint me in any manner.
Sharon’s advice was selfless and professional. In fact, as a result of Sharon’s advice, I sold a tandem parking spot separately from my condo sale which netted me a significant profit over selling it in combination with my condo. Sharon’s advice was correct and, in fact did not net her any commission as a result of her additional work.
Sharon worked extremely hard and professionally from beginning to end. She often went what I feel was above and beyond the call of duty to help get things done. Sharon’s extensive experience paid off in the end as I was able to get above asking price for my condo in a very competitive area and market.
I was very happy with my choice of Sharon as my agent. She is first class". …..David Wiggins
"Sharon helped me to display my home in the most appealing way, took pictures, made incredible listing sheets and hosted Agent and public open houses. It was a beautiful loft but a very bad time of year for selling. Our open houses fell on days when there were blizzards and ice storms and people were not out visiting properties! We had to sell quite quickly to meet my closing with my new house and Sharon went far above and beyond the call of duty; sending out personal invitations to agents and personally calling agents to discuss the listing. It was through this non-obligatory, yet very appreciated additional work that we sold my loft to someone who was going to love it as much as I did – and at the price I wanted! Sharon even found a simple way to have the buyer agree to my quick closing that we were both very happy with.
Sharon is a truly amazing agent who really cares and goes out of her way to make your dreams come true. There simply is no one else in her league. …..Julie Lawrence
"I would like to comment on your sales agent, Sharon Batke, who sold my home. Firstly, Sharon is a warm, personal and friendly woman. She is also indeed a very competent sales agent. The sale of my home was truly rather tricky. I was impressed with her ability and professionalism in working with the buying agent and at the same time keeping my needs and desires in focus. I truly believe that my sale would not have been completed in time, if I had not had Sharon Batke working for me. Indeed, if there is an award for the most remarkable and admirable Re/max Sales Representative of the Year, it should be garnered by Sharon Batke. …..Marie Blanchard
"Throughout the entire process, we could not have asked for a more conscientious real estate agent and a better advisor and friend. You worked through all the processes wonderfully and even though we were in a different city and scheduling was at times very difficult, you always took the time to communicate with us and you were always extremely prompt and professional in your dealings with us." …Dr. & Mrs. D.R. Sainani
We appreciate your advice, your attention to detail, your friendly manner, and of course, your successful closing of the deal. We are fortunate to have met you, and to have you on our side. We wish you great success with your continued career. Please keep on making other clients as happy as you have made us. ….Eleanor Enkin and Murray Enkin, M.D
"Being a pilot of the former Canada 3000 Airlines I was faced with difficult choices after the company abruptly closed operations. One of these choices was to sell my property and take up a job overseas. I am pleased to acknowledge that as my representative, Sharon upheld my interest above her own and acting to safeguard my best interest she never pressured me to negotiate or accept any offers. In fact realizing that I may make a hasty decision under pressure, she counseled and guided me with genuine concern for my best interest and that of my family, and allowed me the time I needed to reconsider my options and reverse my decision to sell my property. Sharon welcomed my decision just as all my close family and friends did even though she incurred expenses and my decision was obviously not to her financial benefit. I had chosen Sharon for the listing of my property purely for her professional qualities, but have since found in her a genuine friend and well-wisher. I am therefore pleased to most profoundly recommend her services." …… Rashid and Aliya Siddiqui
"We are writing this letter to inform any Vendors who may be in the process of selecting a Real Estate Agent, just how extremely pleased we were with Sharon's performance with the listing of our home. Sharon prepared full coloured "Feature Sheets" and arranged a "Virtual Reality Tour" which proved handy to an "out of town" purchaser and various email enquiries. Sharon makes herself very accessible to her clients. We were able to call her anytime. She is very knowledgeable in the real estate business and very diligent, detailed and organized in her work. In all aspects of her performance and personality, Sharon is truly a professional in her field and definitely will go over and above "the call of duty". We highly recommend Sharon to any Vendor or Purchaser as their agent. ....Dr. Alvin & Mrs. Isabella
"Right from the start, Sharon showed that she is as keen as she is professional at her work. There is no doubt as to whom we wanted to sell our house once she came to see us, bringing with her a world of information backed with data. The advice on how to prep the house before my showings, proved to be of added value. Sharon was able to assess the market quite accurately. At the time of selling we never felt pushed in anyway, in fact she proved to be a firm negotiator, knowing very well the value of our property. The experience that Sharon possesses shows in how detailed and organized she is. We feel very fortunate that we had Sharon to represent us because here is a person who really makes you feel that she is there for you and not just for another business venture. If we have to do this again, we hope she will be still out there. We certainly recommend her to anyone."……Carmel and Vera S.
"Sharon’s attention to detail, her calm, rational approach and her willingness to leave no stone unturned in her effort to market our property fairly and to our best advantage make her a true professional. There were some stressful times that were made easier for us by her calming influence and clear thinking, even on late, hot nights. Add to this the fact that she is a warm, honest person who you know truly has your best interests at heart. At the end of it all, we felt that we had not only successfully sold our home but had also made a friend."………Maureen and Bryan Loney
"As our agent, Sharon was professional, knowledgeable and patient with us. She gave us a lot of reading material/information, answered all of our questions and offered advice, but through it all, we never felt pushed into something we didn't want or completely understand. She listened to us when we had concerns and helped us overcome them".…….Monika and Jim Butchko
"I would like to express to you in some detail how pleased and grateful my spouse and I were with the work that Sharon Batke did in the sale and representation of our home. Sharon sold our house in 8 days and for a sale price that we were looking for. It was so great having someone representing us with so much experience. Sharon is a true professional and an agent with all kinds of resources available to her (agencies, Internet, Virtual Realty Tour, informative records and colour feature sheet)s. She is well connected and very informative, she moves quickly but with caution. It is very important to trust your agent and Sharon not only makes you feel that way but will prove it to you especially when it comes to negotiating your best interests. You will feel that Sharon is truly working for you, and that, my friend, is a guarantee. Tony G.
"Your personal attention to detail gave us a feeling of comfort knowing that all the "i"s were dotted and all the "t"s crossed. I particularly appreciated the warnings and personal advice. We really felt you cared about us and not just the sale. We are more than willing to accept telephone calls from customers if they'd like a referral. …..Sincerely Tony & Naomi Saikaly
"Sharon was very pleasant in her initial approach towards putting my home on the market, and helpful with her suggestions for what would acquire the best market value. I was impressed with her professionalism both in dealing with me and potential buyers. She is truly a specialist in her field and merits my appreciation for helping me through all the difficulties connected with the sale of one's home. Many thanks for all that she did, and I wish her every success in her future endeavours" ……..Elizabeth Johnston
"During the sale of our home, Sharon's presentation of our home was impeccable and the sale was efficiently handled with minimum inconvenience to our family. Sharon demonstrated a great deal of patience in showing us many lovely homes that finally resulted in our purchase. Most importantly we never felt rushed with Sharon, nor did she ever give us the impression that we were being too picky (which we probably were) - she understood that for us the process of selecting our new home for our new family was going to involve emotion as well as logic and that the home had to be just right. If you're looking for a patient and prepared agent who'll treat you fairly and honestly, we would heartily recommend Sharon".…… Ross and Connie
"I would like to thank you very much for your very hard work in helping me sell my condo. You quite obviously are dedicated to your job and know exactly what you are doing. Your sympathy and understanding for my particular circumstances was especially comforting through the procedure. Keep up the good work and don't lose that personal touch." …… Linda L. Donais
"I would like to express my appreciation for the swift and organized way in which you managed to sell my suite. You have been meticulous in every detail and I feel fortunate to have connected with you. …..Sincerely, Lily Poritz Miller".
"We were very impressed and satisfied with the service Sharon provided and would highly recommend her to family and friends. We never felt under pressure with Sharon, and she was very flexible when it came to meeting our schedules. Her follow-up service was excellent. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us through Sharon" ……Sincerely, Joe Voce and Heather Kelland
"Our Condo was listed and sold by Sharon in less than a weeks time. I feel this had a great deal to do with Sharon's diligence and knowledge of the retail market into which we were entering. Upon Sharon's thorough investigation of other similar properties we were able to come up with a competitive list price that met both of our demands. Sharon furthered her role as an agent by preparing a portfolio of information complete with pictures for interested vendors or agents to pick up upon viewing our unit. This along with the informative and well written advertisement Sharon put in the MLS helped to ensure a quick sale of our unit.. Sharon is a friendly, highly professional & co-operative agent to work with, she has many valuable ideas and suggestions to make your sale or purchase experience a positive one. It is with utmost honest and admiration that I recommend Sharon as your listing or purchasing agent." ……. Carrie Moxham
"We are writing to compliment your representative "Sharon Batke" for the professional way in which she approached and handled the sale of our home. Her dedication, research, feature sheets, virtual tour, her many suggestions concerning the presentation of our home, her genuine friendship and tireless efforts all contributed to making this a very happy experience for us. Thanks to her tireless efforts and ability, our home sold in 14 days. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our association with Sharon and feel we have gained a friend as well as an agent. Congratulations Sharon on a job well done." ….Marion & Norm Goodayle
"Hi! Just wanted to take a moment to thank you for helping us out with the selling of our home. I’m sure it was awkward at times, under the circumstances of our marital separation, but you were very professional all the way, and very supportive as well. I also want to thank you immensely for helping me to find this house. I knew that I liked it as soon as I stepped inside. I want to thank you for encouraging me to at least look at this house even if I wasn’t too impressed with the photo on the listing. Little did I know! Take care and drop by one day for a drink" ……..Irma P.
Note: This is a sample of letters received. These are excerpts from letters from clients. I would be pleased to provide copies of these letters along with phone numbers so you may speak with these people personally.
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