In today’s competitive East End real estate market, finding your dream home is hard enough—but securing it against 20 other offers? That takes a mix of strategy, experience, and a little bit of luck.
Our clients, Emma and Johnny, had a very specific vision for their future home. They were focused on finding a semi-detached house with three bedrooms, parking (a garage would be a dream), and a location that was close to everything. After a few close calls on homes that, in hindsight, just didn’t quite feel like the one, the perfect listing finally came along.
This gem was only 75 feet from Queen Street, offering three parking spots and an attached garage with direct access to the house—a rare find. We knew it would be hot. We booked the first available showing and brought Emma and Johnny through twice: once on their own, and again with family to make absolutely sure it was the place.
With 21 offers registered on the night, it was easy to feel overwhelmed. But we had a plan. Jenny kept up a strong rapport with the listing agent, who happened to be a longtime local connection, allowing us to keep communication open.
Our approach was simple yet effective: we submitted an initial offer, knowing we’d have the chance to adjust. After the first round, we asked key questions to gauge where we stood, shared this with our clients, and crafted a best and final offer. By pairing our understanding of local market trends, our gut instinct, and strategic pricing, we hit a number that would win—but one our clients would feel good about the next morning.
The final touch? We gave the agent just 30 minutes to respond, leaving no time for other buyers to scramble.
Afterward, we learned through other agents just how close it was: four offers came within $20,000 of ours, with two of them less than $5,000 away. In a situation like this, every detail matters—and every dollar counts.
Emma and Johnny are now settling into their dream home, and while some may see it as a stroke of luck, we know it was our proactive strategy that made all the difference.
