My Services

I am a commercial real estate agent specializing in apartment properties with the CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Member) designation. A CCIM is a recognized expert in the disciplines of commercial and investment real estate. A CCIM is an invaluable resource to the commercial real estate owner, investor and user, and is among an elite group of 10,000 professionals in Canada, U.S. and 30 nations overseas.

I also own apartment buildings which gives me first hand knowledge and experience which enables me to provide my clients with the highest quality of professionalism and service. Garry continues to successfully sell numerous apartment properties and for over 20 years has consistently sold more apartment buildings on lower Vancouver Island than any other realtor in the region.

Valuation

The key to success in selling apartment buildings is a thorough and comprehensive property valuation. I have the experience and resources to determine an accurate valuation of your apartment property. By tracking all listings and analyzing each and every sale transaction on lower Vancouver Island, I will ensure that your building is priced to maximize value. I commit to performing an in-depth property inspection, and income and comparable sales analysis, which includes recent building sales.

Negotiation

Negotiating the purchase and sale of a rental property is often complex and time consuming. I take pride in my ability and reputation to work closely with sellers and qualified buyers to efficiently reach a fair and equitable transaction. I expertly write and present offers that ensures both parties are completely satisfied and confident in completing each property sale. I also provide assistance in acquiring financing to secure property purchases. I have the real estate experience and the diplomacy in working with buyers and sellers that is imperative in achieving a swift, efficient and profitable sale.

Contracts

I will provide you with all necessary legal documentation that accomplishes the objectives of the parties involved while protecting your interests. I will work closely with you in order to help you understand each detail of the Contract of Purchase and Sale. From the negotiated terms and conditions such as purchase price and deposits, subject removal dates, completion and possession, my aim is to help you in understanding every aspect of the contract and to ensure that the due diligence process transpires smoothly.

Marketing

The following is a summary and outline of my marketing plan:

The primary objective of a marketing plan is to create the opportunity to deliver a personal presentation to targeted prospects.

Preparation of a detailed marketing package encompassing neighbourhood, building and financial information.
Marketing brochure sent to every owner of an apartment property on southern Vancouver Island.
Announcement at the monthly luncheon meetings of the I.C.&I. division of the Victoria Real Estate Board.
Advertising in the Western Investor (http://www.westerninvestor.com).
Electronic broadcast and entry to the data base property inventory of the CCIM professional network of commercial realtors in Canada, the USA and Asian countries.
Information letter sent to a select core of Vancouver Island and lower mainland apartment specialist realtors.
Information letter to my data base of approximately 300 potential buyers.
Exposure in the next issue of Apartment Trends newsletter, copy enclosed.
National and international exposure on the Internet and commercial listing data base.
Personal networking with owners, buyers and industry specialists.

Feedback

I will maintain a log of all prospects to identify both marketing progress and problems. This log will serve as a basis for weekly reporting and also as the criteria for marketing plan adjustments.