Real Estate and Property Awards 2020

33 Real Estate & Property Awards 2020 BUILD Aug20192 Best Residential Real Estate Brokerage - GTA The best real estate agents know the areas they work in intimately. For those in Toronto, the team at Harvey Kalles Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage provides exceptional service to customers ranging from first time buyers through to retirees. In the light of its success in the BUILD Real Estate and Property Awards, we take a closer look at the firm to see how this team managed it. hen working in real estate, every sale is different. Land changes in value, clients priorities are often different. What doesn’t change is the degree of effort and expertise that goes into each and every transaction. The most skilled of real estate agents can make all the difference in cases like these. When Harvey Kalles Real Estate was started in 1957, its aim was to stand out from the crowd. Half a century on, it stands apart with $2.6 Billion (CDN$) in total sales in 2019 alone. The team is comprised of 275 real estate professionals, capable of supporting clients through the complicated processes of purchasing, selling, and leasing their valuable residential and commercial real estate. Clients turn to Harvey Kalles Real Estate because they know they will present numerous advantages over the competition. Few Toronto firms have such a strong record of success, combined with a long heritage of supporting buyers and sellers alike. The firm is an icon in the Greater Toronto Area, leading the way forward for many organisations. The impact of COVID-19 has changed the way in which the market, and therefore Harvey Kalles Real Estate, approaches property. Of course, the driving factor for sales is price, and the early lull at the start of the year made people less keen to buy. The advice the team have been able to provide has been invaluable. For a historic home builder, the team’s suggestions regarding the sale of 19 luxury homes ensured that the maximum possible profit can be made. Responding to the pandemic to ensure the business’s continued success means putting strict safety measures in place and supporting the sales force as much as possible. Despite the difficulties that have been created due to social distancing protocols and limited showings, the Kalles management put into place numerous best practices that ensured that the firm weathered the storm and are ready for whatever comes next. The real estate market has recovered from the shock of the pandemic incredibly quickly. It speaks volumes about the strength of the Greater Toronto real estate market. The demand for property is still there, with many looking to find ground level housing in the suburbs. That said, the rental market has changed W entirely. With immigration stopped completely, there has been significantly decreased demand. Currently, there is wide availability with low prices for those who wish to rent in the region. Supporting the sales force to help clients has been the key to the team achieving success during this crisis, and the firm is committed to supporting them as far as possible to continue thriving as a business. With a history that goes back to 1957, it’s little wonder that this is a real estate agency that has seen it all, and been able to adapt with ease. This quality of service is what has ensured success for so many years, and will allow the company to thrive for years to come. Company: Harvey Kalles Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage Contact: Michael Kalles Website: www.harveykalles.com