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I know St. Andrews & have over 20 years of real estate experience with Award winning REALTORS® serving Selkirk, St. Andrews, St. Clements, Winnipeg Manitoba & Petersfield, Clandeboye, Libau, Tyndall, Garson, Lockport.

I’m a first-time homebuyer. Where should I start?

Start by speaking with a mortgage professional to determine your budget and get pre-approved for financing. Then, we can discuss your needs, preferred locations, and must-have features so we can begin your home search with a clear plan.

How long does it usually take to move into a home?

The timeline varies depending on the market and your needs. Some buyers find a home within days; others may take a few months. Once you’ve made an offer, the closing process typically takes 30–90 days.

Do I have to pay a real estate agent to help me buy a home?

In most cases, the seller covers the buyer’s agent commission, so you can benefit from professional guidance at no direct cost to you.

How do you determine the home’s value?

We perform a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) to assess recent sales, current competition, and market trends. This helps us set a competitive price that maximizes your return while attracting serious buyers.

How long will it take to sell a home?

This depends on market conditions, location, pricing, and presentation. On average, homes can sell in days to weeks in a strong market, but slower conditions may take longer. Our goal is always to buy & sell as smoothly as possible for the best price.

What can be done to make a home more appealing to buyers?

Simple improvements like decluttering, staging, fresh paint, and minor repairs can make a big difference. Some REALTORS provide personalized recommendations based on your property.

Understanding Agency

Some specific aspects of the duty of disclosure

Disclosure by a listing salesperson to a seller:

Sellers Agents must disclose to the seller any information they discover that might affect the seller's ability to obtain the highest price and best terms in the sale of the property specifically. The sellers agent should reveal the following information to the seller:

  • Any relationship with the seller agent might have the buyer or any interest that the sellers agent might have in the property.    

  • All offers to the seller's property.    

  • The identity of all potential buyers, if the sellers agent has the information.

  • Any known facts affecting the value of a desirability of the property.  

  • A  buyer's intent to subdivide or resell the property for as profit that the sellers agent knows.

  • Information concerning the ability or Willingness of the buyer to offer a higher     price or different terms if known.    

  • Any other relevant information known to the seller's agent that the seller would find useful.     

Disclosure by a listing salesperson to a seller:

Sellers Agents must disclose to the seller any information they discover that might affect the seller's ability to obtain the highest price and best terms in the sale of the property specifically. The sellers agent should reveal the following information to the seller:

  • Any relationship with the seller agent might have the buyer or any interest that the sellers agent might have in the property.         

  • All offers to the seller's property.     

  • The identity of all potential buyers, if the sellers agent has the information.

  • Any known facts affecting the value of a desirability of the property.       

  •  A  buyer's intent to subdivide or resell the property for as profit     that the sellers agent knows.

  • Information concerning the ability or Willingness of the buyer to offer a higher     price or different terms if known.    

  • Any  other relevant information known to the seller's agent that the seller would find useful.     

Limited joint representation:

The information regarded as confidential in a joint representation situation is:

  • Motivation of the seller to sell or the buyer to buy.

  • The  price and terms that any party may be prepared to agree to.

  • Personal  information about any parties involved

  • Terms and conditions of competing offers or negotiations



I am always familiar with the current homes on the market, and I know how your values fluctuate in your area well, so I can help you determine which properties are fairly-priced and in good condition before you start your search.

When purchasing a home, you are faced with a multitude of decisions! The primary one is whether you are actually prepared to purchase a home. Locating the perfect home is not always an easy task, and obtaining a mortgage loan can be a complex and tiring process. Although, once you have determined that you are ready to move forward with the required effort towards your home-purchasing goal, the rewards are unquestionable.

 While at your side each step of the way, I will make the process of purchasing a home easier, more enjoyable, less time-consuming, and less expensive than if you undertook this challenge on your own. I will help you prepare so that sellers perceive you as a preferred buyer, help you locate and assess properties for sale that match your specifications, and help you through the myriad of details attending the actual purchase.

Finding The Right Home For You

Once you've been pre-qualified and know what price range you want to stay in, I can help you determine which properties fit your needs by using the online tools available to locate them

 I have the best possible resources and communication systems available today to help you locate the homes on the market that match your specifications. You can even search my listings here at my website.

Real Estate The Right Way

I will help you complete your financing and inspections, and close on the transaction. My top priority is to make sure that your home buying experience is pleasant, cost-efficient, and successful.

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