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COVER FEATURE The Right Real Estate Team Makes All The
The Right Real Estate Team Makes All The Difference
Weyburn Realty
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Winston Bailey
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May 2021 marks 10 years for Winston Bailey as the broker and owner of RE/MAX Weyburn Realty. “I moved into real estate in 2005 after 30 years of running my own construction company in Weyburn,” says Winston. “In 2011, my wife Jean and I decided it was time to venture out, and we bought the city’s RE/MAX firm.” He says that “you’re only as good as the people you surround yourself with.” Winston is proud of his sales team that offer great service with ethics, professionalism, and loyalty. It is their goal and mission to always put the needs of their clients ahead of personal gain, and that has always been vital to RE/MAX Weyburn.
The RE/MAX sales team is only part of the picture. A huge contributor to the success of RE/MAX Weyburn is the office manager, Linda Grams. Linda is tasked with many important roles from paperwork to bookkeeping and legal documents—all of which are crucial to the business. “Perhaps she is the true boss,” says Winston.
Being in business in Weyburn has allowed Winston to have lots of involvement within the community. He has been involved with the Weyburn Red Wings, minor hockey, Habitat for Humanity, The Family Place and more. Giving back to those organizations has always been a huge part of Winston’s life. “It’s just who I am. Without them, our city would not be the great community it is,” he says.
Winston also wants to thank the community of Weyburn, his staff, and his clients. Although Winston may be getting a little bit older, he still looks forward to coming to work each day and meeting new people, helping past and present clients, and even just being there to lend an ear to someone in need.
Winston has seen many changes to the real estate market in the last decade, with both rises and falls in the market. He knows that he and the RE/MAX team wouldn’t be successful without the support and trust of their clients, both past and present. Winston feels confident with the low interest rates and the forecast for our economy that 2021 will bring a strong market again.
RE/MAX Weyburn Realty 2011 Independently owned and operated 136A 1st NE Street Weyburn Office 306.848.1000 Cell 306.861.2463 winstonbailey01@gmail.com
Chad Bailey
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Trey, Hunter, Chad, Jenn, Maddix, Houston, Branson & Bowen Dogs Benz & CJ “My favourite thing about Weyburn is the close-knit community we have built here. I love walking down the street and always seeing someone I know.”
– Chad Bailey
Born and raised in Weyburn, Chad was a city police officer for a decade before deciding to move onto the family business—real estate. “I was ready for something new, and my dad Winston is a long-time realtor in the city,” says Chad. “Dad was making his plans to retire when he was ready, and he wanted to eventually pass on the family business. It just made sense.”
Chad was no stranger to the world of real estate before making his move into his new career. Before dad Winston was a realtor, he was in construction and passed a lot of knowledge onto his son. “I got a 24-ounce framing hammer for my 12th birthday,” laughs Chad. “You could say bringing homes and people together is in our blood.” He joined the family business in 2015 and hasn’t looked back since.
Outside the office, you can find Chad on the golf course in the summer or at his seasonal campsite at Nickle Lake. In the winter, he’s at the rink coaching hockey—something he’s done for more than 20 years. He’s also a member of the Weyburn Youngfellows, giving back to the community where he can.
Last, but certainly not least, Chad has a large, busy family. His ‘better half’ Jenn is a hairstylist at Tessa’s Beauty Salon in Weyburn. Daughter Hunter is a hairstylist in northern Alberta, and Houston is pursuing her studies in architectural technology and interior design at Sask Polytech in Moose Jaw. Sons Branson and Bowen are busy in high school, and baby of the family, daughter Maddix is a proud kindergartner. The busy family also has two golden retrievers and two cats. “My real estate career has been great for my family. The flexibility that it offers has really helped me maintain a great work life balance.”
If you’re in the market, Chad has one nugget of advice. “Just because a home is listed with someone else, doesn’t mean I can’t show it to you. Our team can help with any property whether it’s listed with us or not.” His favourite part of the job is when he can bring the perfect home together with the right owner. “Seeing the happiness and satisfaction of a client when they get the right place is the best feeling,” he says. “That’s what makes it worthwhile.”
RE/MAX Weyburn Realty Chad Bailey 306.861.5163 cbailey.remax@hotmail.com
Zoe Buchanan
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lies.” – Zoe Buchanan
Zoe made the move into real estate just over three years ago and hasn’t looked back since. “Taking the leap into real estate has been one of the most rewarding career choices,” says Zoe. “I started at RE/MAX in Fall 2017. In the beginning, it was challenging due to starting at a time where the market was on the slower side.” However, she wouldn’t change a thing and enjoys it every day.
Zoe loves the rewarding challenges within her real estate career. “It never ceases to amaze me that I get to work with wonderful people on a day-to-day basis,” she says. “I love the variety that real estate brings. No two clients, houses or experiences are ever the same.”
For those looking to buy a home, there are a few words of wisdom she would like to share especially if you are a first-time home buyer. “The greatest advice I can give before you start the home search is talk to your mortgage specialist to know exactly where your budget lies,” she says. “Get pre-approved and stay within your financial means. There is nothing more disappointing then falling in love with a home you can’t afford.”
RE/MAX Weyburn Realty Zoe Buchanan 306.861.1616 buchananzoe@hotmail.com
– Renée Johner
Born and raised in Weyburn, Renée spent a few years in Red Deer before coming back to the city she calls home. She has worn many ‘hats’ over the years, all of which she has genuinely enjoyed and learned so much from. One of her favourite ‘hats‘ for many years was working as an educational assistant alongside amazing educators at the Holy Family and Southeast Cornerstone school divisions. “That work will always remain such a tremendous honour for me. I was fortunate to work with some of Weyburn’s most incredible children. The children and youth in this community are the future and it’s so important to support them in any way we can.”
Renée is entering her fifth year with RE/MAX Weyburn, having obtained her license in November 2016. “One aspect I love about being a realtor is that I learn something new every day. No two days are ever the same,” she says. “I always take away something good every day. There are days that prove to be more challenging but those are just more exciting.” Renée also loves the one-to-one relationships she has built with her clients and co-workers over the years and values each one. “I really care about working in the best interest of my clients on both sides of the equation. Home buying or selling should be a positive experience. Whether it’s a seller listing their home or a buyer looking for one, their best interests are always my priority.” One thing for buyers to know is, Renée can show you any property that is listed on the Saskatchewan MLS system regardless of who has it listed.
Outside the office, Renée is the proud mother of son Jordan and daughters Jamisen, Jeena, and Jorgia. She keeps herself busy with projects around her home and her rental properties. Her favourite thing to do is be with her children and other family. “Although it has been more difficult this past year, I did manage to have a few treasured visits,” she says. Renée’s favourite vacation spot would have to be “in the sun, on a beach, anywhere.” Over the years, Renée has volunteered many hours with various organizations such as Weyburn & District United Way, St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Weyburn Red Wings, Weyburn Minor Ball, St. Michaels School and the Weyburn Volleyball Club. Her favourite thing about Weyburn is the people and their commitment to the community. “Everyone is always ready to lend a helping hand when a need arises, and the people of Weyburn and area are extremely generous,” she says. After years travelling with her children to many communities and countless venues and schools, she believes Weyburn has always had the best schools. “The Legacy Community School and Credit Union Sparks Centre will add even more to the already outstanding facilities Weyburn offers,” Renée also loves the city’s walking trails and you can find her out enjoying them almost daily when she isn’t working hard for her clients.
Renée Johner
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RE/MAX Weyburn Realty Renée Johner 306.861.3528 rjohner.remax@hotmail.com
Donna Nyeste
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Donna Nyeste is a little further afield from her Weyburn RE/MAX counterparts. Originally from Yellow Grass, she calls Oxbow home these days. Her real estate work has her working with clients from the U.S Border up to Kenosee Lake, between the Manitoba border and Weyburn, and all points in-between. “I serve clients all over the southeast in residential, commercial and agricultural real estate.” She got her start in 2014 after a layoff, with the urging of her husband. “I have always loved seeing inside homes, and when we bought our property in Arizona, I just seemed to have a knack for asking the right questions,” she says. “My husband convinced me to consider it.”
It was a chance encounter in the local Canadian Tire that would lead Donna to her new career. “I ran into Winston out shopping, and we got to talking about real estate for me as a career. He encouraged me to go for it, and I did.” Donna made her move into real estate in 2015 and joined Winston’s team in 2018.
Outside of her real estate work, Donna is a busy community volunteer. She sits on multiple boards in the Oxbow area, including the Oxbow Arts and Culture Committee, the local library board, the hospital auxiliary and the Oxbow Community Foundation. Donna is also on the board of directors for Southeast Regional College and the Saskatchewan Real Estate Association.
When she’s not working or volunteering, Donna loves to travel to her home in Arizona to catch up with friends and entertain. She’s also the mother of three grown children and two grandchildren. “My daughter and grandkids live in Edmonton, and my sons are both busy working in the trades in Weyburn,” she says.
If selling your home is in the future, Donna says you can do a lot to make your home ready for potential buyers. “First, declutter. Get rid of anything you don’t need, and also remove the personal items that can distract buyers. Family photos and personal ‘stuff’ can prevent people from being able to see themselves in the house,” she says. “The trick is making your home feel like a canvas where people can visualize themselves living.”
– Donna Nyeste
RE/MAX Weyburn Realty Donna Nyeste 306.485.8415 donnanyeste@gmail.com
“My favourite thing about Weyburn is the strong sense of community. This is a blue-collar town, with a true saltof-the earth feeling. Regardless of the industry, people here work hard and work together—and that resilience
shows.” – Brody Ward
The newest member of the RE/MAX team is Brody Ward. Born and raised in Weyburn, Brody earned a Bachelor of Science in Geology from the University of Regina in 2011 and spent several years working as a wellsite geologist. To broaden his technical expertise, Brody became a certified power engineer in 2016. That same year, he and his wife Brooke started their family. Life was busy, but Brody and Brooke saw an opportunity to purchase rental properties in Weyburn. Shortly thereafter, they started building a property management portfolio. “In my spare time, I ended up developing a genuine passion for real estate, and eventually, it just made sense to move into real estate full time,” says Brody.
Today, Brody is a licensed realtor and property manager, and ready to make his mark in the Weyburn real estate market. Brody has renovated several properties turning him into a jack-of-all-trades. “Working with rentals and renovations has made it an easy transition into becoming a property manager and realtor,” says Brody.
When he’s not working, Brody is a husband and also a proud dad of two young daughters. Brynn is four and Maklynn is two, and the family also has a Brittany Spaniel named Remington. “Saying good-bye to shift work has allowed me to spend more time at home with my family. Our daughters are both at fun ages and are changing daily, I’m grateful to spend more time with them than ever.”
Brody Ward
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Brody is an avid hunter and enjoys trail running.
One of Brody’s favourite things about the Weyburn real estate market is the wide range of homes, from new builds to classic homes. “I love the character in older, more historic homes. Classic buildings add so much charm to our community,” he says.
Brody also loves the mathematics behind real estate. “In most cases, a real estate decision boils down to the numbers, and I like using the numbers to help my clients make the right decision,” he says. “A home is a home, but it’s also an investment.”
RE/MAX Weyburn Realty Brody Ward 306.861.7191 brodyward.realestate@gmail.com
