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Chris Owens
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Direct: (905) 721-8477
Office: (905) 655-8808
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Cell: (905) 259-8477


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Remember the Pandemic

Trust, sincerity, integrity, honesty, and knowledge are all traits that we would seek in a real estate agent.  Chris exemplified these traits and more, during our recent experience. Selling and purchasing a home is a daunting task and we were particularly apprehensive during the pandemic, but Chris eased our trepidations and anxieties.  Through his approachable, friendly and professional demeanor, a trusting rapport was quickly established.  

Chris listened to our concerns and patiently navigated us through the process of listing and selling.  From our first meeting to the day of the listing, Chris kept in constant communication to address any concerns. We were excited when offers we made, and Chris continued to share his knowledge and expertise in having us consider the multitude of factors before accepting the final offer.

Now it was time to purchase.  Chris was quick to learn the profile of a home we wanted and provided many suggestions that we had not considered. Again, Chris kept in frequent contact and guided us through the process, and it wasn’t long before we purchased. We were comforted knowing that his inquiries and negotiations were always in our best interests.  At no time were we ever left wondering about next steps or any minute details.

We are extremely pleased with his support during the entire selling-and-purchasing process.  Not only was it about the house, but Chris also provided guidance on other required associated needs.  His sincerity and passion for his clients are evident.  We highly recommend Chris to anyone looking for their real estate needs!

Phil and Donna Matsushita, Whitby


Firstly, I must admit that I have never had to sell a house before.

Firstly, I must admit that I have never had to sell a house before. I was a little apprehensive about having to help sell my father’s house which had been our family’s home for 50 years. My brother and I met with Chris early on for tips on preparing the property for eventual sale. His calmness and certainty put us at ease immediately and allowed us to have complete trust in his abilities to help us find just the right buyers. From start to finish, Chris did whatever he could to assist us. He suggested relatively inexpensive and basic steps we could take to make this home even more attractive to prospective buyers. Professional photographs were taken, highlighting the bright, clean, spacious rooms and the beautiful view. The property was on the market for only 2 days. A flurry of showings led to several offers. Chris met with us by phone, described each offer in detail, which helped us decide on the best choice. I appreciate his professionalism, infinite patience, and resourcefulness. I would like to extend a huge and heartfelt thank you to Chris. His solid knowledge of the housing market, immediate follow up, honesty, sensitivity and professionalism are all top-notch. Working with Chris has been an absolute pleasure. I will definitely recommend him to anyone who is looking to buy or sell. Great job!

~ Sincerely, Kim Nesbitt Orono, ON Aug 2021


Chris is the Realtor you want to represent you !

I was fortunate to connect with Chris through my son, who has benefitted from Chris' knowledge and experience previously. Having looked at a Courtice property that I was seriously considering, he called Chris, who immediately stepped in to assist where he could. Chris, being familiar with the builder, was able to give us insight into his reputation in the area. He viewed the property with us, pointing out the many favourable aspects of construction and the overall site. After much discussion about what I wanted/needed, and if this move was right for me, Chris presented an offer for a realistic price, which was successful. I was thrilled with the outcome.

Then it was on to the listing and sale of my town house in Mississauga. Although far removed from Chris' usual Durham stomping grounds, he was quick to familiarize himself with the real estate nuances and many conveniences in my Mississauga area, made a few staging suggestions, ensured the pricing was appropriate for today's market, and I accepted an offer above 'ask' the first weekend. Throughout, in spite of the distance, Chris was absolutely on top of things; his attentiveness, attention to detail, and follow-up were remarkable, and there was nary a hiccup. I had absolute confidence in his abilities - he did not disappoint.

If you are looking for an agent who truly loves his profession has a sincere interest in his clients, and takes whatever time necessary to address any concerns, Chris is the man you want to represent you. His expertise, professionalism, and calm demeanour are perfect for guiding and buyer/seller through today's real estate process to achieve the absolute best results.

Barb


A heartfelt thank you to Chris

Chris represented us for the recent purchase of our dream home, and for the subsequent sale of our current home. To sum it up in two words I would say 'excellent partnership'. Chris was the best partner we could have asked for in this dynamic and somewhat chaotic market. We wanted to be informed, engaged, and clear with our expectations throughout the entire process of buying and selling. A good agent knows how to balance their experience & sound advice with client expectations. We very much appreciated the open and honest two-way dialogue and his calming demeanour in the midst of such emotional circumstances as both transactions unfolded. He did a great job insulating us from the "behind the scenes" activities where we are confident that he kept our best interests at the forefront and his superior negotiating skills helped us reach such favourable outcomes. A heartfelt thank you to Chris for helping guide us seamlessly into our next chapter!

The Dolans


Thanks for everything!

We just wanted to give a hearty Thankyou to you Chris for navigating us thru the last months selling our family home. Emotionally, I needed extra explanations, advice and soothing through the sea of legalities and I am so grateful that you are the one who steered us safely to the “closing shore..” We always felt your understanding ear would have time for any concerns and are so grateful making the choice we did having you as our representative. The saying about folks coming into your life for a reason rings true, and emotionally we needed an agent who put any worries to rest, so that we could handle the rest of estate with focus. Words fall short, trying to express thankfulness for your professionalism, patience and attention to detail. We are very grateful to have met! Thanks for everything!

Susan and Harry


Exactly what I was looking for!

Chris’s guidance and expertise made the selling of my home an overall pleasant and stress free experience. You feel as though a friend is helping you through one of the most important events in your life. I followed his very straightforward advice and the results spoke for themselves. My home was sold in two days for more than asking and a quick closing! Exactly what I was looking for.

Eric Proulx


We Sold basically in One Day!!

We recently had Chris Owens list our house in Oshawa during these pandemic times. We were super impressed with the video, the listing, the major number of people who viewed our home. We Sold basically in One Day!! He had multiple offers the day after and spent plenty of time reviewing each one with us. Some were not quite up to standard and he did take the time to call the Real Estate people who had submitted them and pointed out what had been missed or needed to be don& So, he was also educating other Agents who may have needed help. He firmed up our offer by the end of that day and we had an excellent offer that he encouraged us to go with. So, bottom line, we would highly recommend Chris to list and sell your home! He is the best!

Janine & Bob Rivard


We felt like we were his only clients

We contacted Chris when we decided to sell our Bowmanville condo unit. After meeting Chris, we quickly appreciated his positive and optimistic attitude. He kept us up-to-date on trends and current market activity, and he used his experience to give us helpful advice on renovations, staging and price placement.

The entire process from start to finish took just two months, from our initial conversation, through three weeks of renovations, to sale and final closing. We trusted Chris for referrals to local a local contractor who was a superior professional, and to a Real Estate Law Office. Our property sold at essentially the asking price.

Chris kept his promise that we would feel like we were his only clients. He was quick to reply to texts and emails, and gave us as much of his time as we needed for consultation and conversation. He provided us with reassurance and confidence; all this was accomplished during the early days of the Corona Virus scare.

We highly recommend Chris Owens; we couldn’t have envisioned a more positive experience and outcome.

Kelly and Chad


Friends ... Telling Friends :)

Chris was recommended to us and he did not disappoint! He has a laid back demeanor which was very calming during a stressful time, but he was always available, knowledgeable, positive and patient with all of our questions. Chris was an invaluable asset as we got our house ready and he positioned us for a quick sale (24 hours!) and well over asking! We are over the moon with the service he provided us!

Thank you Chris for everything!

Sincerely,

Marc and Rachel


My Seller and Buyer Clients = Happy and Satisfied :) See you Soon Wally

Chris


We just wanted to thank you for being so very efficient in getting us the townhouse at Port Darlington. My family and I are looking forward to many great days on the water at the marina.

I’ve bought many houses before and I’m glad to say this has been one of the best experiences that we’ve had and real easy. 

The showings were great, the information was accurate and I really appreciated your attentive nature to the whole process.

You can use my name as a reference to any of your future clients and I would be happy to tell them that you were a very honest individual and very helpful understanding what we wanted.

We are looking forward to those beautiful sunsets and having the boat at our doorstep.

Thank you again for everything and please stay in touch or pop by anytime.

Best Regards

Wally Tomaszek
General Manager
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This was a Beauty :)

Recco for our Fab Real Estate Agent Chris Owens - met him ? 10 ? 15 yrs ago when he represented us on a difficult property & did a wonderful job so I called him when I decided to sell our property. Most importantly, he knows the market & the right way to market a property - secondarily, 30 yrs of experience has provided him with a wealth of knowledge to address & counsel an incredibly wide spectrum of circumstance - finally, the sale isn't the end - Chris stays in contact, manages the exceptions & is an advocate for his clients - trust him implicitly & highly recommend him!
- J. Saliba, Newcastle


" Our natural choice when choosing a real estate agent "

Our natural choice when choosing a real estate agent is definitely Chris Owens! Chris is a very knowledgeable, experienced agent. He exudes professionalism with a definite sense of humour! We relied on his eye for detail and never felt any question not important to ask. With today's' market being hectic and fast paced, Chris was always there for us. He had changed plans a few times to accommodate us.

He pointed out things we never thought of and we definitely appreciated his opinion! We have had the pleasure of using Chris Owens' services a few times now and certainly have not been disappointed! He put us at ease with his expertise and made us feel like we were his only clients. He was never too busy for us.

Chris is a giving and caring individual that I have the pleasure of knowing. I admire his work ethics and his obvious caring attitude to get the results needed. Trust me, if you are looking for a trustworthy, reliable, straightforward agent, Chris Owens is the man for the job! Thanks Chris!

- Charlene Villa & Michael Greatrix


I Remember That Cold Night :) Thanks Sue:)

I met Chris Owens while touring the townhouse my son Matt had purchased through him. After hearing the story of Chris waiting until after midnight to present Matt and his fiancee Michelle's offer to the Seller, I said that's the type of agent I want to sell my house. I talked to Chris and asked him if he could recommend an "aggressive" agent in Scarborough to help me -- I said I want someone just like you. He said he would be glad to help me himself.

I did the fix-ups he recommended (he even helped me purge some of the 30 years of accumulations). The listing came out on MLS on Saturday and over the weekend there were 18 showings. Monday morning he told me we had two offers; he had gotten the best price from both the buyers. We worked with the higher offer and signed back with only a change in the closing date. SOLD FIRM IN 3 DAYS

Chris was professional, extremely helpful and answered all the questions I had. I would recommend Chris to anyone who wants an experienced, knowledgeable Real Estate agent.

- Sue Karam


Discuss, Plan ... Execute = Success !!!

Thanks for your assistance. Everything has been very smooth in the preparation and the sale of our house. I consider this a Very Successful Sale! We could not have achieved a quick and market value sale without assistance from you and the interior designer Jenn), Your negotiation skills to close the deal and Jenn's incite into what work needed to be done to bring it to sale condition, especially the colour scheme for the house were critical to this success.

Thank You
- Rob & Donna Welsh


Real Estate Investing ??? I have Plans :)

Dear Chris,

As you will recall, I contacted you in 2004 regarding investment properties. I had ideas and you advised differently. Your suggestion to purchase individual townhomes in a co-op setting sounded strange to me until we thought it through. Having a single co-op fee per unit covered property tax, building insurance and maintenance (exterior), security features, garbage pick-up, parking issues, etc. and all with a single monthly bill.

I started purchasing units in 2004 and bought a number in one complex. This allowed me easy comparisons and easier overview. To date I have found that my tenants have paid down the mortgages while the units increased in value providing a tremendous nest egg. Your advice was highly appreciated. I have received compliments from financial advisors as to the wealth accumulation I have accomplished in a short eleven years. Rent has increased, property value has increased while mortgage balances have plummeted.

This note is simply to thank you for your professionalism and good advice over the last eleven years. Be assured that I will recommend you to any potential investors which may cross my path.

Sincerely,
- Case and Nancy Jansen


Selling A Family Home after 25 Years ... Team Work :)

Chris Owens is from Durham Region and has an extensive knowledge of the region and the people living here. I felt very confident working with a real estate professional of almost 30 years in the area.

Chris takes a very personal approach in working with his clients. He enjoys people and takes the time and interest to put the client at ease by answering all questions and explaining procedures in a straightforward manner. Chris took an active lead throughout the entire sale of my house, from bringing in an interior designer, a photographer, to potential buyers. I felt at all times that I was working with one person who was a phone call away. I recommend Chris Owens unreservedly as a real estate agent who works well with people and sincerely enjoys his work. I appreciated this while selling the family home after 25 years.

- Lorraine Guile


Full Disclosure ... My Favorite Teacher ... Grade 7 Thanks Heather :)

Hey Chris Just so you know I so enjoyed seeing you yesterday after so many years and doing a little catch-up. I could have talked to you for hours, so much to chat about. Hopefully we will have that opportunity. You are the same old Chris, as charming as ever! Thanks so much for doing such a great job with Tami's "John Street" purchase. It's very exciting for her and crucial that she have a true caring, honest professional and I knew she would with you. The property has lots of potential and character. I think it will be totally awesome when everyone works their magic. Brian will be a busy boy!!!! I very much appreciated the large chunk of time you spent with us yesterday out of your busy schedule to view the property. Bringing me a tea and flowers, so nice! I love my flowers, so classy and kind of you to be thoughtful. I have them in a vase at home and will enjoy them for many days to come. Take care, so good to see you and mucho gracias again for your thoughtfulness!!

Hugs Heather X0


We Need it Done Now ... I understand :)

Hi Chris,

I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for your assistance and handling of the sale of our property at 409 Gibbons, Oshawa. The speed and which the property sold as well as the very satisfactory sale price speaks to your skill and professionalism as a realtor.

We appreciated your recommendations during the process of preparing the home for sale and your guidance when entertaining offers; the results speak for themselves. It has been a pleasure having you handle this sale for us and we have been more than pleased. I would not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone looking to buy or sell their property.

Regards,
- Lisa Bianca


And Clients ... Become Friends :)

Chris has been my real estate agent since 1999 and helped me several times with selling and buying homes over the years. Buying and selling can be so stressful and confusing, but working with Chris on either transaction has always been a positive experience for me. Chris knows his business inside and out, and makes the process as easy as possible. What sold me on Chris was his friendly and personable nature and that he was unlike any salesperson I have ever met. Even when the deal was closed, he remained in touch and available to answer any questions or concerns I may have had. I also like the fact that I can turn to him for recommendations for trades people, handymen, or other business to help me maintain my home. Chris will continue to be my #1 Real Estate Agent (ONLY real estate agent) and I highly recommend him.

- Beatrice


Randy wanted To Wind Surf ... Close to Home ... Nailed It :)

Hi Chris, You did a fantastic job for us! Our realtor experience with Chris was 100%! Chris not only did an outstanding job finding us our dream home and negotiated a great deal for us, but also handled the sale of our existing home, which sold in five days! My husband and I both really appreciated the personal attention Chris gave us. He explained the process every step of the way and gave suggestions for a smooth transition into our new home. He still checks in on us from time to time and has given us valuable advice for upgrades in our new home. He is fantastic realtor and we highly recommend him!

- Kelly and Randy Burns


A Corporate Signing Officer ??? When needs Must :)

After a successfully concluded real-estate deal I felt I have to write this letter to you, expressing my satisfaction.

We lived in Courtice and planned to retire in BC. That was 5 years ago. Naturally it involved the sale of our house. As I am a “methodical” person, I have interviewed several real – estate Agents. By recommendation I also called Chris Owens. He came out to look at the property. After talking to him I liked his approach. He sounded knowledgeable, professional, understanding and earned my confidence. It turned out that I was right and he fulfilled all the things he professed to be.

After we moved, he kept in touch and when the time arose that I wanted to sell another property in Oshawa, I did not have a problem selecting an Agent. I called for Chris’ help. He worked hard on my behalf, as he did before and found a buyer in reasonable time who eventually has bought the building.

I don’t only live in BC but actually went on an Ocean Cruise while the deal was in progress, so we had to conduct the business “electronically”. To simplify things, I felt confident to appoint Chris temporarily a signing Officer to my Corporation. It expedited things and the deal was concluded properly and in time.

I certainly would not hesitate to recommend Chris Owens for anyone in search for a smart and trustworthy professional.

Sincerely yours,
- J. I. Adamkovics


A Friends Recommendation ... Estates can be hard ...I understand

When my father passed away, I was left with the overwhelming task of clearing and selling his house that he had lived in for 50 years. I had never sold a house before and my friend highly recommended Chris who had sold her house a few years earlier.

Chris was very friendly, helpful and patient. He understood all the emotions at play when selling a childhood home. He made great suggestions for improving the house.

When it came time to put the house up for sale, I was very grateful for Chris' knowledge and years of experience. Due to all of his hard work and preparation, the sale of my dad's house went very smoothly. In the end my family was thrilled that we sold the house for $111 000 over asking. A precedent setting sale for my father's neighborhood! Chris Owens is an excellent real estate agent and I highly recommend him.

- Mary G.


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