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Jacqueline Nimer
Sales representative:
Harvey Kalles Real Estate Ltd. Brokerage
From owning one of the largest and longest standing
casting agencies in Canada to the exciting realm of real
estate, Jacqueline jumps into every venture with both feet.
Servicing thousands of people along the way has armed
her with the skills to tackle any project.
A deep understanding of real estate has made her one
of the most sought after real estate agents in Toronto’s
West-end market, earning her the 2015 Director’s Circle
Award from her brokerage, Harvey Kalles Real Estate.
With tenacity and a delicate touch, Jacqueline delivers
superior service and goes beyond the call of duty for
every client. Motivated by a challenge, she is fiercely
loyal and is known for helping her clients achieve their
real estate dreams.
What are some of the real estate challenges you’ve
encountered?
Over the last twenty-five years I’ve dealt with my fair share
of professional and personal challenges and navigated
through some tough situations. There are always ups and
downs in real estate—but I am motivated by the prospect
of solving a problem or overcoming a challenge. Some
things that can plague the successful sale of a property
include little or no staging and a poor understanding of
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its value and surrounding neighbourhood. Beyond being
results driven, I work hard to increase the level of real
estate awareness with my clients.
What is your favourite thing about working in real estate?
I’ve discovered that I truly love helping my clients through
what can be a very stressful time. The bottom line is that
I feel individuals are not always properly taken care of
or listened to, so I make a point of doing that with every
client. Simple things like sitting down and getting to know
each other is something that can be taken for granted. We
have so much going on in our lives, but this is something
I prioritize with my clients. It goes a long way to making
sure we’re on the same page and can achieve great results.
How would you describe your negotiation style?
Three words—honest, straightforward and fair. Negotiation
is a normal part of a real estate transaction and respect for
all parties is key. This is an emotional and stressful time
and it’s up to the agents to find a working style that is best
and fosters good relationships.
Do you specialize in a certain type of listing?
I have a variety of clients and listings—young couples
and executives looking for their first home to the empty
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