Transparent fee options (selling & buying)
Listing (you’re selling):
1% full‑service listing (typical buyer‑agent coop offered).
Flat fee $5,000 full‑service alternative.
All pricing, paperwork, and negotiations are broker‑reviewed for compliance and quality.
Buying:
Buyer receive cashback at closing* when you purchase with a partner agent.
*Cashback is applied on eligible transactions and disclosed on the buyer representation agreement; details vary by price and cooperating commission.
Micro‑market map (how we actually search in Ajax)
South Ajax (Harwood–Pickering Beach–Duffins Creek): Lake access, older lots, some floodplain considerations; great for daylight lovers and trail access.
Central Ajax (Town Centre–Southwood): Townhomes and 80s/90s detached; transit and retail proximity; watch HOA/road fees on certain enclaves.
North Ajax (Nottingham–Meadow Ridge–Audley): Newer builds, family layouts, larger primary suites; check bus zones and school catchments.
Pickering Village (Old Kingston Rd): Heritage feel, walkable main street; premium on renovated character homes and tucked‑away courts.
How we evaluate: lot geometry, sun path, storage volume, mechanicals age, and the status of any capital items (roofs/windows/furnaces). Staging is last; fundamentals are first.
Pricing model: groups comps by micro‑area + bed/bath + usable floor area (not just posted GFA). We pressure‑test with absorption and show your likely buyer persona.
Prep & photography: light carpentry, paint correction, and lens‑honest photography (no distortion). Circulation and storage volume lead the visuals.
Listing rollout: MLS®, REALTOR.ca distribution, social + email plus private‑showing scheduling; calendar blocks to build velocity.
Offer engineering: we pre‑draft if/then counters, appraisal‑defensible comps, and timelines to protect closing.
Closing support: conditions tracking, deliverables, and lawyer/inspector coordination.
Value math: On a $1,000,000 sale, a typical 2.5% listing side is $25,000. Our 1% is $10,000 (or $5,000 flat fee) — $15,000–$20,000 in potential listing‑side savings.
Needs intake: commute vs. school zones, noise exposure (401/rail), storage, and natural light.
Market education: we tour a tight slice of Ajax real estate listings (new vs. older stock) to calibrate pricing and finishes.
Shortlist & diligence: status certificates (condos), prior permits, roof/furnace ages, floodplain checks near creeks.
Offer & protections: deposit timing, inspection strategy, appraisal support.
Keys & cashback: move‑in plan and buyer cashback disclosure on your BRA.
If it’s a South Ajax bungalow near the lake then we price to renovated comparables but flag insurance/floodplain items early.
If it’s a Nottingham 2005–2015 detached then we emphasize bedroom sizes, closet volume, and basement flexibility over décor.
If it’s a Pickering Village character home then we verify past permits and market the heritage appeal without over‑promising energy performance.
If it’s a condo townhouse near Town Centre then status‑certificate health (reserves/major projects) shapes negotiation more than staging.
Selling? Book a 15‑min audit of your address (free).
Buying? Get a curated list by micro‑area and budget.
Compliance & licensing
Broker oversight via International Realty Firm, Inc. (Brokerage #4799095). Broker: Faiza Ahmed (RECO #4791581). All services delivered by RECO‑licensed real estate professionals.
MLS® and related marks are owned by the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). REALTOR® and related marks are certification marks owned by REALTOR® Canada Inc. and used under license. Information on this page is for general guidance only and may change without notice. City‑wide averages only; consult a REALTOR® for specific advice.
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