For too long, REALTORS® in Vancouver have relied on the same recycled approach to an ever-changing market. But in a fast-moving world, things are different now, and clients demand — and deserve — more than ever. That’s where we come in. We’re a different breed of REALTORS® . We’re not scary. We’re not sharks. We won’t leave you in the lurch. We listen, listen — then listen some more. That way, we don’t show you properties that aren’t right for you, or list your house at an unreal price. And on top of that, we’ve mixed modern technology and personability to create a new type of Real Estate Group. We aren’t happy unless you’re blissfully-over-the-moon happy.
HofVan doesn’t believe in just selling properties. We build relationships, problem-solve, and make dreams come true. Too much for our team to promise? No. It’s what we do, every day. But in this day of the service-first industry, now more than ever, it’s important for us to put a stake in the sand, and tell you what you should be expecting from your REALTOR®.
First of all, here’s what we don’t do: sign with you; show you a few properties, tell you to pick; subtly pressure you into a wrong-fit sale; and leave the mortgage and legal details to you. With all this in mind, we’ve actively dissuaded clients from accepting an offer or buying a property if the fit wasn’t right. We don’t show properties objectively: you’re paying for our expertise — of course we’re subjective, and of course we’re on your side.
We’ve got real estate DNA in our veins. Our founding partner, Heather, grew up in a Vancouver real estate family, helping her parents buy, sell and manage rental properties. She’s been in the Vancouver real estate marketplace for 15 years, and has lived in Burnaby for 35 years. Her partner (and son) Brandon grew up surrounded by the world of real estate, and they know the right and proper way to do it. Our years of experience are reflected in HofVan — HomesOfVancouver — where we proudly help you buy and sell.
It sounds like a lot, but we don’t believe working in any other way. Welcome to HofVan, the new way — and the right way — of approaching real estate.
Heather’s genuine concern for her clients coupled with strong ethics and creative problem-solving are her personal hallmarks. “Working to Exceed Client’s Expectations” is the philosophy that motivates and drives Heather to continuously provide exceptional customer service. Creating customized marketing plans, Heather asks questions, listens to your needs, your wants and works together to find the best solution to sell your home and/or find you a new one.
Born and raised in Vancouver into a family of real estate investors, she obtained a business degree from SFU in Marketing, achieved a career in sales, project management and the legal field, before turning her strengths and experience into becoming a full-time real estate agent in 2005. She provides a wide spectrum of real estate services: working with seniors, downsizing, estate sales, first-time home buyers, upsizing, and investment properties. She is a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), and a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES).
Heather’s award winning service is due to the dedication and commitment to her clients that combines patience, respect, strong market and community knowledge, an unsurpassed work ethic and a genuine passion for real estate. She is renowned for her attention to detail, tenaciousness, determination, strong negotiating skills and a willingness to go the extra mile — these are the differentiators that set her apart.
“Selling or buying a home can be a complicated process, but finding solutions is what I do best. I negotiate on behalf of my clients to ensure they get the ideal outcome. I believe in the motto ‘Experience Excellence’ and work hard to make that come true, every day.”
Brandon’s nurturing, patient nature is ideal with clients who are buying a home for the first time, seniors looking to downsize — and everyone in between. He understands that excitement and nerves come with such a major undertaking. He knows how to smooth the process and make it simple to understand.
He loves being the leader of a client’s journey in selling a home, or finding a new one. Brandon knows home is where you start your day, and where you end it — and just how important it is to be happy that you’re there.
With his diverse education at the University of British Columbia, University of Victoria and BCIT, Brandon brings innovative ideas to real estate. Certified as a Green Real Estate specialist, Brandon is also a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES). Brandon’s past experience working as a client coordinator has given him the skills to ensure his clients have confidence when purchasing or selling their home. Having grown up in Burnaby and now living in Vancouver, Brandon has a strong appreciation for the communities of the Greater Vancouver Area. When he’s not working, Brandon explores the creative side of life through theatre, choir, and writing.
“Purchasing or selling a home is one of the biggest decisions in your life. Every client is unique, and I pay attention to their needs and dreams. I do my best to help my clients make their vision a reality.”
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NOTE: This representation is based in whole or in part on data generated by the Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board, Fraser Valley Real Estate Board or Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver which assume no responsibility for its accuracy. Copyright 2019 by the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, Fraser Valley Real Estate Board, Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board, and BC Northern Real Estate Board. All Rights Reserved.