A different approach to buying and selling real estate.

2023 is shaping up to be an interesting year in real estate. As we transition to a new year, the market is showing some signs of becoming a bit more stable and more predictable. If you are looking to buy or sell a property, or make a real estate investment, get in touch so I can share my insights and experience with you. I work hard to help you make the right decisions!

or give us a call at 416-434-6800

Michael Armstrong

Real Estate Sales Representative

Michael is a Real Estate Sales Representative with Remax Hallmark Realty. Michael has spent his entire career in a leadership capacity in the customer service industry including luxury retail, interior design and renovation and functional art. He knows the value of client service and is there for his clients along their real estate journey. As a home owner in both Toronto and Northumberland Hills, Michael’s experience spans both rural and urban markets.

Contact Michael for a real estate experience that sets him apart from the others. Real Estate can be confusing. Michael is there to help you walk through it.

Oh, and btw, another passion of mine is functional art. Check out my website: www.michaelarmstrongart.com

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Randall Freeborn

Director of Real Estate Operations

Randall is the back office for the business. As Director of Real Estate Operations, he is responsible for all the marketing and business development activities to ensure your experience with the team runs smoothly. He will work closely with you to connect you to the right resources: mortgage brokers, home inspectors, photographers and other necessary folks that are all part of the process. Randall has been an executive in high tech and in the non-for-profit space and has expertise in human resources and project management. He loves real estate and is great to work with!

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Honest Feedback from our Clients

Raghu and Beeba, 2022

Michael is a fabulous Realtor and Randall is a great support. Their professionalism, experience, honesty, knowledge of the housing market, locations and communities are quite impressive and second to none. Their support, advice and insights throughout the buying process was invaluable to us. They are passionate about what they do.

They both were extremely polite, considerate, courteous, transparent, and reliable throughout the engagement. They really cared about us and our needs right from our initial conversation. They were always available to answer our questions and to show us the properties of interest any time we asked for. Extremely punctual in keeping appointments not once did they make us wait. Our experience with them was nothing but positive. Home buying can be a nerve wracking, stressful and tiring process. But Michael and Randall made the process simple, seamless and stress free. Michael’s sense of humour is a welcome bonus. Our kids’ faces light up with smiles whenever they meet him. Randall is courteous to a fault.

My wife and I can’t speak highly enough of them and their service. We became very good friends by the time we closed the deal. Without them we wouldn’t have landed the condo we desired.

Thank you, Michael and Randall for the exceptional service. It was a gratifying experience. You both will always be our first choice should we ever need to buy or sell a property. Wishing you both much success.

From Veda, November 2021

I recently bought and sold with this dynamic duo! The experience on both the buy side and the sell side was seamless. I am 100% satisfied with their work. They got me top dollar for my home. Thanks to you both and I look forward to a longstanding relationship!

From Cindy and Henri, September 2021

Working with Michael and Randall to find our perfect home was a pleasure from beginning to end. They went above and beyond to show us the properties that would work for us. Michael is a true real estate specialist. We love our new home, and so do our dogs!

From Hari and Viji, July 2021

Thank you Team Michael and Randall for all your help in finding us our dream retreat in the country. You found us exactly what we were looking for and you guys went above and beyond. Our home is truly a special place.

From Cassandra, November 2021

I am so excited that I found my perfect condo! It is a tough market in Toronto and Michael was able to filter through all the listings, show me the ones that were right for me and we found my home. The process can be overwhelming but the team made it a great experience. Thanks guys!

From Joseph, January 2022

I knew my condo would sell fast but the staging and marketing that Michael did made the place show so well. I received multiple offers on it and am so pleased with the results. The entire process was a real pleasure thanks to Michael. I am a very satisfied client and will work with the team again.

From Arielle and Tony, March 2022

Michael and his team were amazing to work with. The staging made our place look like a model home. Two days after listing, and a successful Open House, we sold our townhome, well above asking. We loved working with you guys.

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I am currently preparing to list a very nice property in Harbourfront. A very large 3 bedroom unit with the most amazing views in the city. Get in touch and I will be happy to give you more details.

Thoughts & Stories

Thinking about buying in this market?

Not a bad idea! Although it may be that there is less on the market at this time than last year, there is a decent amount of quality inventory. If you see the property of your dreams, the chances of multiple offers is much lower than what we have seen in the past. That said, I just worked with a client who was looking for a downtown property and there were 3 offers on it within three days of listing. With hard work and lots of research and data, my clients got it at a price that was comfortable to them. Happy to chat and help you figure it all out.

Canadian Real Estate Prices Expected to Rise 9.2% in 2022: RE/MAX

Is now a good time to buy a condo?

The answer, in our opinion in yes. Here’s why…

Although the condo market dipped a little last year, the past few months have been buoyant and multiple offers are back to being common in the market. We were working with a client recently to help her buy her first home. After a few attempts to buy, she landed an amazing deal. She was ready to pull the trigger on the right condo having made all the arrangements relating to financing and closing costs. She understood what to look for in status certificates to ensure the condo corporation was in good standing with no risk. She was a great client. She was always asking about whether she got a good deal and if now was a good time given competition.

So, our response to her was her timing is perfect. One just has to look at market research and what’s ahead for us post pandemic. Based on employment projections, and recognizing the fact that Canada will be welcoming 300,000 newcomers per year over the next few years, people will be coming into Toronto looking for places to live. Condos will be a good starting point for these new Canadians.

If you are interested in seeing what is out there, for a first home, a bigger home or investment, we would be happy to help. Ask our clients, we work hard for you.

The “buy side” of real estate

Buying a home is a big deal, and in this market, the stakes are high. The journey of buying a home combines emotions and business instincts. We work with a lot of clients and always work really hard to support them to achieve their desired outcomes. Our advice to buyers consists of the follow steadfast pointers:

Let us do the research on any property you might be interested In. We will review recent solds and look at the history of the property to help you decide what a fair offer looks like.
make sure you are pre-approved for your mortgage. There’s bound to be some difference between what the bank says you can afford, and what you know you can afford. The reverse is also true where there is a difference between what you think you can afford versus what the bank may be willing to lend you, especially in cases of poor credit or unstable income. Having your finances in order givers you the confidence in knowing that your offer is a sound one that you can support.
While curb appeal matters and the staged rooms add a nice touch, we make sure our clients don’t jump the gun based on aesthetics alone. It’s important to pay attention to the structural qualities of the home. We will help you evaluate each home you visit and assist in ensuring that you are not dismissing good homes based on appearance alone. With good bones, a little work can go a long way in making a home perfect!
Buying a home is a big decision, but it does not have to be difficult. When on a budget, look for homes whose full potential has yet to be realized. Don’t just focus on the residence—look at the surrounding area and research the prospects of your neighbourhood

We are here to help and provide you with solid advice and support in your journey to home ownership. We love real estate and it shows!

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A different approach to buying and selling real estate.

or give us a call at 416-434-6800

Michael Armstrong

Want to talk real estate?

Randall Freeborn

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Honest Feedback from our Clients

Our Listings

Thoughts & Stories

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