WELCOME TO www.AtHomeWithJulie.ca
Thank you for stopping by!
My goal is that everyone who meets me and works with me feels right at home with me. While I realize that real estate is serious business, who says it has to be impersonal and cold? Dealing with people, their families, their homes and all of the details affecting their day-to-day lives is, in fact, VERY personal.
Whether you are looking to buy or sell, I want to earn your business. Read on to learn more about me, my experience, and the services I offer my clients. If you think we are a good fit, by all means give me a call or look for me on:
At Your Service,
MY BUSINESS APPROACH
Selecting the right Realtor is a serious decision, and it's important that you find one with the right personality and approach for you. I've moved many times in my life, and have worked with many different Realtors. From my own good and not-so-good personal experiences, I have learned what to do and what not to do and am committed to creating positive experiences for every one of my clients. Here is what I bring to the table:
Benefits for Buyers
Benefits for Sellers
An added BONUS for Buyers AND Sellers:
With professional experience in interior decorating, I will offer every SELLER a complimentary home staging session* and every BUYER a complimentary interior decor consultation*. Photos posted online at: http://www.LastingImpressionsCompany.com
*some conditions apply
TESTIMONIALS
Kelly Kittmer and Sherri Jones of Waterloo shared this:
"We had an amazing experience buying our first house! Julie made it fun and enjoyable while working hard to get the job done."
Harold & Kathrin of Kitchener who sold their Waterloo condo for 99% of list price and found a beautiful new home in Kitchener with my assistance wrote the following in their Thank You card:
"Dear Julie...Thank you so much for all you did for us. You always went the extra mile, and we appreciate it very much. Best wishes for continued success."
Regina Schafer, a buyer who recommends me to others:
“Julie Martin is a highly dedicated and articulate real estate agent with an interior decorating background who assisted me in sourcing a home to move into. Not only had she completed her real estate research, she was also able to provide me with creative decorating tips! I value Julie's expertise and knowledge. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is contemplating either selling or buying property in this area!"
Rick & Kathleen of Goderich wrote:
"Before we moved to Kitchener, we were in an area where there wasn't much turnover, and it usually took quite a while to sell a house. Julie made the drive over to come and help us de-personalize, redecorate and stage our house to sell. Our place never looked better, and Julie's home staging helped to sell it much faster than we expected!"
Tim Bloomfield, Trusted Mortgage Advisor of Scotiabank Mortgages (K-W and Surrounding Area) refers clients to Julie with confidence:
"When referring my clients to a Realtor, I need to know that they are in good hands. I need a Realtor I can trust who knows the current market. That's why I feel comfortable about Julie working with my clients. She provides excellent advice and knowledge for the real estate market that I know my clients appreciate."
A CAREER HIGHLIGHT
Click on photo to learn how I met Mr. Warren Buffett
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
With my Personal Approach , you're right At Home with Julie ! But, I'm very serious about getting to work. Read on...
MY SPECIALTIES
Networking, networking, networking! Working with BUYERS & SELLERS in residential real estate. Communicating effectively with people from ALL walks of life, even kids! ( Have your children visit the Just for Kids page just below my photo on the left.) Home staging and interior decorating - more photos at: http://www.LastingImpressionsCompany.com
WHY CENTURY 21 WAS THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR ME
As a young girl, I remember peering out the window of our family station wagon as we drove by our local Century 21 office. There was something about the name or logo that intrigued me and caught my eye. But, it went beyond that. This was not just a household name, but a company with a unique level of class, integrity and sophistication. Over the years, Century 21 has kept up with the latest technology without compromising the quality associated with their brand. I am proud to be a part of the Century 21 Watson Realty Ltd. team!
EDUCATION
Course of Study: Business Administration at Polk Community College in Lakeland, Florida from 2001 through 2003. Honours level.
Licensing: Completed mandatory licensing requirement of the Real Estate Council of Ontario in 2009. Obtained and maintained general lines property and casualty insurance licensing in Florida, Tennessee, Illinois and Michigan from 1997 through 2004. Held licensing through International Association of Travel Agents from 1991 through 1997.
I highly value the education I have received in the classroom, as well as the learning experiences I have had in my extensive travels, my experiences working in different industries and in the various places I have gladly called "Home" . My exposure to a variety of cultures, both professionally and geographically, throughout North America, Central America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, have broadened my mind and given me a greater insight of how to relate to and communicate with people from all walks of life. Every experience has been an education and has given me an edge in business and in my dealings with people, and has truly made my life fuller and more enjoyable in the process. I have been blessed!
PERSONAL INTERESTS
I'm a combination of "businessy", "artsy", and the "girl next door" that you feel like you've known your whole life.
My interests include singing and playing the piano, decorating, cooking, traveling, shopping with or without a shopping list, writing, visiting museums, attending plays/musicals/concerts, planning parties and special events, laughing and making people laugh, spending quality time with my family and friends, and playing with my two furry poodle-mix dogs. Pictured here are my babies "Little Lady" (the black Whoodle) and "Mr. Big" (the blonde Mini Golden-Doodle).
AIR MILES
Ask me how to earn AIR MILES® reward miles when you buy or sell a home through me.