In this episode we’re welcoming Catherine Haub, a realtor with YEG Property Pros. During the episode, Catherine emphasizes how really listening to her clients has helped her create a more curated approach for each person’s needs. She also shares her tips for buying a home suitable to your lifestyle and how to make smart buying and selling decisions.
[0:00:29] The experience that initially got Catherine interested in real estate.
[0:02:12] What made her realize that this was the right career for her.
[0:02:57] How her first transaction went and what the market was like at that time.
[0:04:09] Why she loves working with first time home buyers.
[0:05:10] How Catherine helps her clients overcome their fears.
[0:06:24] What people with pets should know before they buy.
[0:08:23] What condo boards may accept or deny pets, specifically when it comes to dogs.
[0:10:25] The biggest obstacle Catherine faces in her work and how she manages it.
[0:11:08] The deal she had that almost blew up and what she learned from it.
[0:14:21] Why you don’t always need to go to your max budget as a buyer.
[0:16:22] The difficult situation buyers encounter and why it’s still better to jump into the market than not.
[0:17:51] How long you should own a home before selling it.
[0:19:29] How clients are maximizing the value of their dollar in today’s market.
[0:23:24] The biggest complaint clients have about their agents and how to avoid this issue.
[0:24:54] Why it’s important to find a realtor you actually get along with.
[0:25:39] The benefit of setting realistic expectations for buyers and sellers.