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Looking for a

Top Realtor in Burnaby BC?

Ben D’Ovidio is a top-performing Burnaby Real Estate Agent. Ben has ranked in the top 10% in business every year since 2015, and the top 1% of all agents on the Vancouver Real Estate Board since 2019!

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What are

Realtor Fees in BC?

Realtor fees and Burnaby Realtor Commissions are typically calculated as a percentage of the home’s final sale price.

The standard commission structure in BC often follows a two-tiered system:

7% on the first $100,000 of the sale price, and
2.5% to 3% on the remaining balance.

Are Realtor fees and commissions negotiable? Find out…

Selling Your Home

Without a Realtor

Choosing a Burnaby real estate expert when selling your home is crucial for a successful and stress-free experience. Here are some critical steps to help you select the right professional.

Top 6 reasons to work with a Realtor:

1. Local Expertise
2. Access to MLS and Market Exposure
3. Listing Your Property on the MLS
4. Legal Guidance
5. Marketing and Presentation
6. Negotiating Offers to get the best price.

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Pitfalls of

Selling By Owner

Selling on your own can seem like a way to save on commission fees, but these pitfalls can lead to financial losses and added stress.

Here are 10 common pitfalls to avoid when selling your own home:

  • Incorrect Pricing
  • Limited Market Exposure
  • Poor Marketing
  • Emotional Attachment
  • Inadequate Negotiation Skills
  • Legal Mistakes
  • Time Commitment
  • Dealing with Unqualified Buyers
  • Overlooking Repairs or Staging
  • Closing Complications

How to Choose a

Burnaby Realtor

Choosing a Burnaby real estate expert when selling your home is crucial for a successful and stress-free experience. Here are some critical steps to help you select the right professional.

Top 5 reasons to work with a Realtor:

  1. Check Experience and Credentials
  2. Evaluate Track Record
  3. Read Reviews and Testimonials
  4. Discuss Marketing Strategies
  5. Look for Local Knowledge

What People Are Saying

About Our Burnaby Real Estate Team

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I recently had the pleasure of working with Ben, it was my first real estate experience and Ben demonstrated professionalism, knowledge, and a genuine commitment to helping me find the perfect home. His deep understanding of the market and attention to detail, and clear communication throughout the entire process was very re-assuring. Whether it was answering my questions, scheduling viewings, or providing valuable insights, he was always prompt, patient, and incredibly responsive. Not only did he listen carefully to my needs and preferences, but also went above and beyond, providing helpful recommendations and guiding me through every step of the process. I highly recommend Ben to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. His expertise, dedication, and personalized service makes him an excellent realtor.
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Parviz Rahmany
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Ben is an energetic and tireless real estate agent with amazing communication skills. He is punctual and prompt, fun to work with and in particular his knowledge of condo market is impeccable. He listens to the needs of his clients and plans sales strategy around them. I highly recommend him.
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I had the privilege of Ben and his associates handling the sale of my aunt's apartment. Ben was very professional, knowledgeable and patient in answering all my questions and concerns. After two open houses the apartment sold above the asking price! I will definitely be using him again because of the wonderful service I received.
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Mitchell Gertz
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Ben & his assistant, Goran were instrumental in helping me find my first home. They were always there for questions, advice, and expertise. With their criteria and search methods I was able to find a place that was perfect for what I was looking for. It made what I thought in a former day to be a daunting experience much easier.
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Alejandra Garcia
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High-quality, Ben is professional, kind, always makes you feel comfortable, you 100% can trust on him.
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Ricardo Abravanel
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After being recommended by a work colleague, we had the pleasure of having Ben assist us during our first home purchase. Ben was the absolute best, extremely patient and did great research, finding us exactly what we needed at the price point we could afford. I could not have asked for a better experience. He clarified all our questions and gave insightful advice during all parts of the process. Highly recommend him. We are very lucky to have him as a family friend now as well :)
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Stephen Zillwood
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We brought Ben onboard to help with the sale of our mother's house, and we couldn't be happier with the results. Thanks to his savvy assessment of the current market, we were able to get several offers on her property, and ended up accepting one that made everybody happy.
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Nathan Horahan
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Ben is easy and great to work with. He found me exactly what I was looking for within a week of setting up the search.
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B.A. Bodenschatz
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Ben helped us out to sell my mom's effortlessly. It was a very smooth process from the start to the finish. He definitely knew what he was doing and communicated with us weekly with updates. Anything that was going on he kept us informed. Excellent job Ben!!!!
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Shauna N.
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Ben helped me through a potentially difficult time. His professionalism, and easy nature made our interaction from start to finish stress free. He is knowledgeable of the housing market and trends, and is not afraid to share his wisdom to those seeking answers and direction. I feel we worked well together in this experience, feeling heard and respected. Thank you!