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Providing residential/commercial real estate services with C21 Executives Realty in the beautiful North/Central Okanagan since 2008.A 21 year background in construction/ management, 10 years Int'l sales/marketing.Personable with strong negotiating skills.

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Helping bring people and lifestyles together in the beautiful Okanagan.

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Realtor by Michael Sandstra
Residential/Commercial real estate sales /marketing.Free market evaluation.Professional marketing,strong negotiating and personable service.
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Michael from Michael Sandstra Answered this on April 02, 2020
Speak with your knowledgeable Realtor and your mortgage broker on your best options. (more) Speak with your knowledgeable Realtor and your mortgage broker on your best options.

Michael from Michael Sandstra Answered this on October 29, 2018
I specialize in service.I'm knowledgeable across the board. (more) I specialize in service.I'm knowledgeable across the board.

Michael from Michael Sandstra Answered this on August 03, 2018
Your decision depends on your local market and your real estate objectives.For example in the Okanagan valley in B.C. we are below 1% vacancy rate which is a good climate to be a landlord to achieve top rent.Leases are great to stabilize the annual income from your investment but it also ties it... (more) Your decision depends on your local market and your real estate objectives.For example in the Okanagan valley in B.C. we are below 1% vacancy rate which is a good climate to be a landlord to achieve top rent.Leases are great to stabilize the annual income from your investment but it also ties it up from the market for liquidation.If you've been in the rental business for some period and are fortunate to have realized good equity gains this may be a good exit time while the market is still relatively a seller's market with median house prices up 2% over last year July but sales activity is on a noticeable decline that's trending towards a balanced market.The Central Okanagan is down 23% in sales activity from July 2017.  A consultation with your accountant is also advised on any liquidation.Hope this helps.

Michael from Michael Sandstra Answered this on June 14, 2018
Commissions are always negotiable however some brokerages have different business models like 1%,2% or 3%.I personally work with a  full service brokerage which works under the most recognized brand in the world. Even so, commissions are negotiable and depending on price points may vary from 4%... (more) Commissions are always negotiable however some brokerages have different business models like 1%,2% or 3%.I personally work with a  full service brokerage which works under the most recognized brand in the world. Even so, commissions are negotiable and depending on price points may vary from 4% or 6/3% or 7/3 or 7/3.5 on residential sales and vary again on commercial listings.Remember these commissions get split between the listing and selling brokerages. I believe you get the service that you pay for. Exposure,marketing,professional photograghy and presentation are vital to attract homebuyers near and far to help bring in the best fair market value.In my opinion a Seller should be more concerned with what they get in the pocket after the deal is done vs the commissions they pay. Remember a good realtor can earn their commissions through strong negotiating.

Michael from Michael Sandstra Answered this on April 28, 2018
Hi Cynthia  In general it is important for a buyer to go through the prelimaries of being prepared to purchase real estate.Financing approval letter,deposit,costs borne to the buyer, and understanding the process they are about to go through.This is where the realtor comes in )..sits down with... (more) Hi Cynthia  In general it is important for a buyer to go through the prelimaries of being prepared to purchase real estate.Financing approval letter,deposit,costs borne to the buyer, and understanding the process they are about to go through.This is where the realtor comes in )..sits down with the buyer and goes over possible outcomes  and answers any important questions the buyer may have upfront. Most importantly the buyer must be prepared to act and write an offer if they see a property that wows them.In our hot sellers market there's not much time for a buyer to deliberate or they increase their risk of dissapointment.

Michael from Michael Sandstra Answered this on April 16, 2018
Some of my favorites include Secrets of Closing the Sale and How to Win Friends and Influence People by the late Zig Ziglar. The Leader in you by Dale Carnegie and anything by the late Jim Rohn. (more) Some of my favorites include Secrets of Closing the Sale and How to Win Friends and Influence People by the late Zig Ziglar. The Leader in you by Dale Carnegie and anything by the late Jim Rohn.

Michael from Michael Sandstra Answered this on November 14, 2017
I believe you get what you pay for.There are various business models for brokerages.I chose C21 10 years ago because they are the largest global brand in real estate and provide a full service business model and lead in online technology innovations.The question to ask is what's more... (more) I believe you get what you pay for.There are various business models for brokerages.I chose C21 10 years ago because they are the largest global brand in real estate and provide a full service business model and lead in online technology innovations.The question to ask is what's more important;the commission's you pay or what the net amount is in your pocket?