Infill Hub Real Estate Buyers Guide

It’s not a listing...

It’s a lifestyle!

BU Y E R S

G U I D E

B R A D VA N D E WA L L E CO-FOUNDER & PARTNER

Brad Van De Walle found his calling in 2009 when he became a REALTOR®. Since then, Brad has created a powerful, successful, reliable team of agents across Canada. His ability to connect with all types of people, his understanding of the real estate industry and a unique sales approach have made Brad one of the most innovative agents in the country. Brad believes personal development, camaraderie and self respect create individual and team success.

Brad has now started Infill Hub, something he has dreamed about for some time. Infill Hub was formed with one goal in mind; to bring together exceptional agents, marketing and services to produce exceptional results.

Pride in the team radiates through Brad’s actions and personality. His career, his business partners and most importantly, his clients mean everything to him. “Infill Hub is not in this for the transaction. We care about our clients, they become our friends, and we want what is best for them”.

A savvy entrepreneur, Brad has found success in so many different areas of business. His understanding, experience and ambition has pushed him to become one of the most wellknown, well-connected and well-liked people in the real estate industry.

M AT T H E W C H I A C C H I A REALTOR®

My career in Real Estate began after a number of years of sales and management in the food service industry. I started at Royal LePage Benchmark, which gave me the training and experience to be a professional realtor. In 2010 I started a team with Brad Van De Walle, at Re/Max Real Estate (Central) called The888SOLDTeam. Brad and I have become close friends, close business partners, and have the same drive and passion for our work. Our goal is to “Redefine Your Real Estate Experience”. We treat every client with the same level of care as our own family. Brad and I created the Greater YYC Group to demonstrate our team’s energy; we are transparent and authentic, who we are in real life is who we are in Real Estate; fun, passionate, and driven.

S H A N E VOT H REALTOR®

Shane Voth began his journey in Real Estate over 15 years ago when he was actually building homes. He has spent the majority of his life in the Home Industry, from a tradesperson working on new construction homes to managing his own construction company the one constant has always been Real Estate.

Shane’s passion for home ownership led him to a career as a Mortgage Broker where he gained insightful knowledge of the Real Estate transaction and how it affects both buyers and sellers.

Having a solid background on how a home is built along with the financial knowledge of how to afford it is an integral part of his business. “Finding the right home is important but so is finding one that fits the budget of your lifestyle.”

TYLER MILNTHORP REALTOR®

Focused, fearless and fanatical about perfection, Tyler’s passion for real estate borders on obsession. His love of distinctive design extends from grand estates to the perfect champagne flute. Tyler’s entrepreneurial spirit ascended early, and by the age of 23, he sold his first business. After traveling the world and contemplating his next adventure, he realized that his love of architecture and design, and his desire to make a difference, could be achieved by embarking on a career in real estate.

“I find it all so exhilarating – viewing properties, building relationships, negotiating and becoming a game-changer for the industry,” says Tyler. “In addition to pursuing my own professional goals, I am committed to assembling a team of advisors who understand real estate isn’t just about stats and solds, and who are principled, innovative and committed to guiding their clients to the ultimate solution.” A modern-day renaissance man, Tyler hurtles through life balancing his roles as a husband and father, real estate advisor, entrepreneur and visionary. Working from anywhere he happens to be – his office, the local coffee shop, or sitting in his car, Tyler doesn’t see challenges as barriers but rather as opportunities to prevail.

“Meeting interesting and unique people every single day is mesmerizing, and the process of building rapport and developing relationships based on trust with both my team members and clients is a privilege I never take for granted.”

A D A M C H AY K O W S K I REALTOR®

In 2015, Adam began his transition to a real estate career after 15 years in Oil & Gas working as a Geologist. Adam is a born and raised Calgarian who began working in the service industry while in University. Adam loves helping his clients with the most important transactions of their lives and is truly excited to be part of a team of Top Realtors at Infill Hub.

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“If you’re looking to buy or sell, this is definitely the team to go with. Adam helped us sell our house in December (within 48 hours of listing), and when it came to sell our home, there was no better choice. They are very professional, yet they realize the importance of building a personal relationship as well. Adam and Infill Hub are a one stop shop for real estate and there is no doubt we will use them in the future.”

K AT E L I N V O L P I REALTORÂŽ

As a Calgary native with a diverse background in all things real estate, Katelin brings a distinctive knowledge to her colleagues and clients. Her career in real estate began as a residential real estate appraiser providing her with a unique understanding of the many aspects that contribute to a successful transaction. In 2016, Katelin began her transition to an agent and has since landed with Infill Hub. In keeping up with the ever-evolving industry, Katelin also has a strong experience in digital and creative marketing. She continues to find success in the industry by creating long-lasting relationships through her dedication and commitment to her clients.

BUYING EXPERIENCE HOW WE REDEFINE YOUR BUYING EXPERIENCE When purchasing an Infill Hub home, you, the buyer, can be faced with many different choices that affect the final decision. One of the toughest decisions to make is deciding on where you want your next infill home to be. You’ve heard the term “location, location, location” but there’s so much more to it than just that. The area not only embodies the amenities surrounding your infill, but also determines the type of lifestyle you are going to live and whether or not that lifestyle fits you.

It is always important to understand the things that are truly important to you and finding a home that meets your requirements. Homeowners want to find themselves in a community that fits their idea of lifestyle and culture. A consistent trend in any real estate market is finding the community where you and your family feel connected. Buying an infill home in a mature established community makes it doubly important to find the neighborhood that fits your lifestyle.

The Infill Hub team starts by showing you community highlights, amenities, local events, parks, culture, and vibe before we introduce you to any potential properties. We help you decide whether the community is a fit for you and your lifestyle.

Preparation is a key factor that helps us succeed. We research preferred communities, understand the needs and motivations of sellers and provide you with comprehensive feedback to help you make an informed decision.

the journey

BUYING PROCESS 7 STEPS TO THE LIFESTYLE YOU DESERVE! Buying a home can be an emotional, time-consuming and complex process. Even though this may not be your first go around, we always like to help our clients ensure all details are covered. Below are a few things that you can do to help make the process go as smooth as possible: STEP 1: Find a REALTOR® Well look no further you just found one! By choosing our team as your REALTOR® you just found people who are experienced, punctual, efficient, fun and above all honest. We give you full accessibility so you can reach us at anytime. You can call us 24/7 with any thoughts, questions or concerns. Ask about our one hour call back guarantee.

“Remember: REALTOR® fees are paid through the transaction. There is no cost to use our services & expertise!”

STEP 2: Get your credit checked by one of our trusted mortgage lenders: Have you checked your credit lately? Before you apply for a home loan, it’s a smart idea to obtain a copy of your credit rating. There can be errors or things that need to be addressed. It’s easier to address these problems before you find “your dream home,” than after when you are trying to close the deal.

STEP 3: Get approved before you go infill home hunting: Getting an approval is easy and very beneficial to you. Most banks can hold your rate for 120 days. You may not be looking to buy right away so by doing this you are locking your rate in case rates go up. If rates go down you get the new rate so it’s a win-win situation! During the approval process the bank will verify your employment history and assets to ensure you’re a strong lending candidate.

the difference

BUYING PROCESS STEP 4: Discover The Community Narrowing down your search location can be one of the hardest parts in finding a home. Often people find a home in a location that they never thought was a possibility. That’s why it’s important to discuss your housing needs with us. Then we can help guide you to an area. We have taken the liberty of enclosing an MLS® Map to help you narrow down your search.

STEP 5: Protect Yourself The Infill Hub Team will provide you with a copy of the documents necessary to buy your new property. Read them ahead of time so that you’ll understand the questions that you will be asked, the things you need to know, and the decisions you will need to make.

STEP 6: Have Reasonable Expectations Understanding and remembering the following two statements will help diffuse stresses that can arise during the negotiation, inspection stage and closing stage.

“There is a lot of money at stake for all parties involved” When you go to purchase your home just remember the market value of the home is what the buyer and seller are willing to agree to.

“No house is “Perfect”, but we’ll find the perfect one for you!”

STEP 7: Have Fun! This is a fun and exciting time in your life. We will make this process as easy and yes, even as fun as possible. The next few weeks will be filled with highs and lows and we’re excited to experience them with you.

the experience

MOVING CHECKLIST IMPORTANT INFORMATION It is important that you use this checklist in order to be well-prepared when buying a home. The last thing you would want to happen is to move into a home without the necessities in life such as electricity, gas, water, or work/school related services such as Internet/phone, etc. Be sure everything is in order to keep things running smoothly during the buying process. If you need assistance, we are always here to lend a helping hand. It`s what we do!

UTILITY PROVIDERS • Electricity Providers • Telephone Providers • Water & Sewage • Cable & Internet Providers • Gas Providers

BUSINESS ACCOUNTS • Banking Institutions • Cell Phone Providers • Department Stores • Financial Companies • Credit Card Companies

GOVERNMENT INSTITUTIONS • CRA • Post Office • Schools • Provincial Licensing • Library

CLUBS & MISCELLANEOUS • Country Club • Health & Fitness Club • Recreation Club • Book Club • Other Club

INSURANCE COMPANIES • Auto Insurance • Health Insurance • Benefits Provider • Home Insurance • Life Insurance PROFESSIONAL SERVICES • Broker • Accountant • Doctor • Dentist • Lawyer

the difference

THE Q&A PROCESS COMMON QUESTIONS OUR CLIENTS ASK HOW WILL WE KNOW ABOUT THE LATEST INFILLS AVAILABLE? We will keep you posted. Infill Hub is a fully functioning MLS® optimized website that specifically carries only infill projects throughout the Calgary area. It is optimized to target new infills, previously owned infills and current infill projects that are not fully completed. This allows you to offer on future homes, available lots and connects you to our preferred builders.

CAN YOU TARGET A SPECIFIC AREA TO HELP FIND THE HOME OF MY DREAMS? By optimizing your required community search, we can give you options for potential properties that lay within your preferred boundaries. We can also offer community insight with our community profiles so that you are fully aware of what lies in store for you.

AS AN INVESTOR, CAN YOU FIND LAND FOR ME TO BUILD INFILLS FOR SALE? Yes we can. At Infill Hub, we understand the time and effort it takes to find properties and vacant land that fit your criteria. We are a full-service Infill team that provides our clients and potential clients everything they need regarding infills in Calgary.

IF MY OFFER IS ACCEPTED, WHAT’S NEXT? It’s time to prepare. Your next big move is coming and you need to be ready. We can help you make a list of what is most important to you in your new home and do what needs to be done in order to make your move seamless. Act as though you have already moved and get a feal for your new lifestyle in your new community.

Our agents can assist you with many of these details!

the core

TESTIMONIALS WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT US...

Matthew came highly recommended by a family member who had used his services to purchase a home. He took extra care to analyze the current and past market to make sure our home was priced properly and that all the best features were highlighted and listed. He documented accurate measurements and took amazing photos to show the house to the best of its ability. Within hours of being on the market, we had numerous showings and a high level of interest. We received multiple offers within the first 24 hours and although the initial sale fell through due to unforeseen circumstances on the buyers end, within 2 days back on the market it was sold!

Matthew’s friendly and caring approach made the entire process easy and painless.

He worked around our family’s schedule and always placed our needs first. He was willing to help out wherever he could by making himself available for any questions and/or concerns we had no matter the time or offering help where needed. I would highly recommend Matthew to anyone who is planning on selling or buying a home.

-Kyle and Danah Hey Brad and Matthew, We’re just sitting in the backyard, enjoying a nice wine with the fire-pit going and swinging in the hammock, and we want to say thanks. You guys rock. The whole experience of the purchase of a home and the selling of our house has been great. The brochure was fantastic, the photos great, the quick and ongoing communication is unmatched, and the service your provide can’t be compared to any other REALTOR®. We enjoyed the honesty and directness from both of you. You gained our trust and we do not just consider you our REALTOR® but a part of our family.

Thanks for everything.

-Darren & Diana

the things that truly matter

It’s not a listing, It’s a

Lifestyle!

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