Reviews
"From start to finish, the Tar Team (once again) has shown their stuff – they really know how to present a property and negotiate a sale for top dollar. And our neighbours are really thankful tor the uptick in their net worth! The Tar Team are the experts – listen to them and follow their advice."
Wes Brown
"The Tar Team was extremely professional. Very prompt & well planned out with all the aspects involved in both selling and buying. Everyone was so pleasant to interact with, and that made the entire process enjoyable. It has been so refreshing to work with individuals that are knowledgeable, personable & accountable."
Ashley & Godfrey Lee
"Imagine, selling your home, purchasing a new home, moving your possessions and come closing day — your buyer (and your listing agent) disappear on you. This is what happened to us and this is when we called the Tar Team. Like a military general, Stephen took control of our situation. Within four days our home was resold. During our crisis, Stephen and his team looked after us with compassion and a deep sense of humanity: they pulled us through. Stephen Tar has an unmatched debt of experience and, more importantly, he has genuine concern for his clients. We are forever grateful. This is the only agency you should use, period. It should be said that his team, in particular Deb, was magnificent."
Marius Croeser
"We would highly recommend The Tar Team. Everyone was professional and supportive and worked to secure the best result for us in the sale of our home. They did a great job!"
Brenda & Darrell Hein
"The Tar Team is truly a team and make the experience easy. Everyone was so wonderful, pleasant and answered questions fast and friendly. They kept up with our fast timelines and requests that we immediately felt value and comfort that we made the right decision to go with them. We are already recommending Tar Team to our family and friends."
Julia D'Amico
"Amazing team that gets the job done. Pleasure to work with all of you. Thanks again for everything."
Shawn
"The Tar Team was effective in developing the marketing strategy to promote my property and was knowledgeable about current market activity. They managed multiple offers and negotiated a final deal while above market price in record time."
C.S.
"The Tar Team was always very helpful and knowledgeable and made the whole selling experience easy. They were always there to answer any question and provide a great service. Each member did an an amazing job and made the process go smoothly even during a difficult time. I was so glad that my home was in great hands and so happy with the outcome. Amazing work by all and a great team!!"
Carol
"What we will remember most is the great staging and publicity. We trusted your opinions."
Gillian Buckworth
"What I will remember most is the step by step clear process about what will be going on with a very firm timeline/schedule. They were always reachable whenever we had an inquiry. They were organized, always ahead of the game, and have an amazing ability to read the market and direct us in the right direction."
Ihab Awad
"Natalie, Kristina, Deb and Stephen were all wonderful to work with. Everyone we dealt with were extremely helpful and professional. Our home was beautifully staged and the sale price is definitely reflected in their efforts. It was a difficult market on the buying side but Natalie was patient with us and we ultimately got the home that ticked all of our boxes at a fair price."
Philip Wong
"Janette and myself had great confidence in the Tar team and once again they came through with flying colours! This is the 3rd transaction we’ve had with Stephen and he never disappoints. We would happily recommend Team Tar to friends, family or prospective new customers. Well done!"
John Hyponen
"When I didn't know what I was looking for in a Real Estate agent, I choose to interview three different agents. When I found the agent that had a very DISTINCTIVE targeted plan to help me realize the best value in my home, then it was easy to choose The Tar Team. The Tar Team is plugged into the market! The owner has been here for over 40 years, and he can give you the stats and inside story you need to price your house to sell fast and at maximum value. The Tar Team's KNOWLEDGE means money in YOUR pocket. In all aspects of their CUSTOMIZED service, your needs come first and the outcome is a win for all!"
Gay Eastman
"It was a pleasure working with the whole Tar Team. All the team members are knowledgeable and friendly and make you feel very comfortable throughout the entire process. The negotiation skills to get the best offer were great. It’s easy to see why the Tar Team is very successful."
T.T.
"We were more than impressed with the number of showings in a short time span, the professionalism and attention to detail with their team, and their genuine care for our needs."
Mark & Jan Stallybrass
"Buying and selling a home is probably the most stressful financial experience you will be exposed to. Kristina Tar and the Tar Team actually made this a pleasant experience for us. They made us feel that we were their only customers by working on everything quickly and professionally. Their valuation of the house so that it would sell for the best price and the staging of the house to make it look incredible did get us more than we expected. They all pitched in to make it work and the house was sold over asking in less than a day. We couldn't have asked for anything more from them. We would highly recommend Kristina Tar and her Team."
John DeFinney
"Working with the TAR team was an absolute pleasure of ours. Everything that was promised or said was delivered upon. Their knowledge and professionalism was evident from our first chat. They helped us make the best decisions putting our interests, values and needs first."
Matt Raguseo
"The Tar Team continues to deliver for us! This time we were buying a house and it is a pleasure working with Kristina. She provided us with the proper guidance in a very competitive market and we got the perfect house for what we feel is a good price, all thanks to her!"
Catherine Lapointe
"It was a pleasure working with The Tar Team. The expert guidance, efficiency & friendly support from the entire team were above & beyond my expectations. They patiently answered questions & gave us space until we were ready to sell. They understood our needs & never pressured us with constant calls or mailings. They brought high style, confidence & positive energy!"
Paul & Audrey Conners
"We had used The Stephen Tar Team before when selling my Mom’s condo. We had such a great experience with their service that there wasn’t a question to list with them when selling our home. The Tar Team was absolutely the right team for the job!"
Deborah Ross
"From the very beginning Steve was honest and upfront about the market and the pricing of the home. Everyone that we dealt with from Steve, Kristina to Deb was supportive and understanding and made us feel that we were in good hands and that we made the right decisions."
Janet Smith
"Kristina and Stephen Tar sold our home in four days for way over asking. The entire team treated us with respect, professionally staged our home and exceeded our expectations in every way. We felt every team member we dealt with truly cared about our sale and us as clients. Special thanks to Deb for your kind assistance throughout the process. We look forward to working with you all again as we shop for our new home in Uxbridge!"
John Egsgard
"Dealing with the Tar Team made selling my house stress free. What is supposed to be one of the most stressful transactions in life was made painless with their professionalism, great communication and expertise in handling the negotiations."
Rob MacDonald
"We were very happy and satisfied with the sale and purchase of our homes. The Tar Team made it work.
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The Weger's
"From the first discussion with Stephen and meeting with Debby, I was confident that I was in good hands. The team worked quickly to get the house on the market. We had lots of viewers considering Covid and Deb provided regular updates. Stephen worked an awesome deal in tenuous times. A very professional team."
Janette Donaghey
"I would have no hesitation in recommending your whole team for their efficiency and prompt attention in dealing with both selling and buying of my new home."
J.H.
"Thank you for selling our house as quickly as you did and for a great price!"
Sharon & Ken Wood
"We had a great experience working with The Stephen Tar Team! Everything was very organized and went smoothly. At every stage, they communicated with us in a professional and patient manner. Furthermore, they were very understanding and reassuring when faced with our concerns. Everyone on the team was very efficient and did an amazing job. We couldn't be happier with the entire process!"
Christina Liao
"The Tar Team was outstanding in bringing our house to the market in its best possible light. Quick decision making and excellent experience in our particular market was certainly appreciated. We had a very quick sale and achieved and very favourable sale price. Natalie has taken the time with us over the last few years navigating these choppy real estate waters to a very satisfying result."
Jim And Sandra Sanderson
"Kristina let me have my space and time to make a decision that I would be happy with. There was no pressure and my interactions were all positive. I had a great experience with Kristina and have recommended her to family and friends."
H.A.
"From the first contact to the sale. Incredible attention to detail and communication making the entire process stress free and seamless."
P.L.
"We found ourselves trying to sell our house in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic which we thought would be extremely challenging. However, the Tar Team steered us through the process flawlessly. They had excellent protocols in place for house showings to ensure the safety of all. Steve, Kristina and Deb were responsive and encouraging the whole time and responded to our questions and calls almost immediately. Steve has an excellent feel for the market and gave excellent advice on pricing. And, of course, we are delighted with our sale."
Jean Gagnon
"I highly recommend this Team and company, for any and all real estate needs, buying or selling, and I have been in the real estate industry for over 40 years!"
Leslie Huntley
"The overall expertise of my agent at the Tar Team was amazing, she was always available to answer my calls or to head out on a viewing at the last minute. Any questions I had were answered quickly with knowledge and understanding. I would highly recommend the TAR Team especially my agent Natalie Russell."
L.S.
"We were in the position of having to sell our house quickly and maximize the selling price. We knew of the reputation and experience of the Stephen Tar Team as they had previously listed the houses of two of our immediate neighbours. They spoke highly of the experience, as did our family familiar with the local real estate market. We were not disappointed. Stephen and the team expertly took us through the entire process, keeping our goals uppermost in all they did, all the while navigating the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. They were entirely approachable, offered honest opinions and advice throughout, and they expertly managed our expectations. We would recommend the Tar Team without hesitation."
Deb & Dan Pitt
"From the time we first met with Kristina, we had a good feeling that we would be looked after. She was very professional and answered all our questions in an accurate and timely fashion. We thank you for that Kristina.
I have to say Deb Hunter is a gem. She listened to me when I was feeling overwhelmed and scared. And always reassured me that all I needed was one buyer and that it would all be fine. She always returned all my calls and emails and would apologize if she couldn’t get back to me right away. She was very professional, knowledgeable and prompt. For this we were very grateful and happy with the service."
I have to say Deb Hunter is a gem. She listened to me when I was feeling overwhelmed and scared. And always reassured me that all I needed was one buyer and that it would all be fine. She always returned all my calls and emails and would apologize if she couldn’t get back to me right away. She was very professional, knowledgeable and prompt. For this we were very grateful and happy with the service."
Rose Ivkovich
"We were so pleased to have the Stephen Tar Team working with us in the selling of our home. Kristina’s guidance during the process made it so easy! Debby is a gem, friendly and reliable with quick response times, we felt we were in good hands. Highly recommend!"
Judy Jang & Nelson Lee
"We truly enjoyed working with The Tar Team. Their customer service and professionalism are consistently at the highest level. They are true ambassadors and set the right standards for the real estate market. They are only a phone call away, or an email away, 24/7!"
Bob Baker
"31 years ago, Stephen Tar helped us buy this home and our experience stayed with us all those years. What can we say, a sale sign went up and the deal was completed in a week. In that short period of time our first home of 31 years was SOLD. We couldn’t be happier that we chose the Tar Team."
Donna & Rod Harris
"It was good to have solid experienced team who were able to provide reassurance and good direction throughout the process."
Karol and Lynne Kowalski
"Zena and Deb were excellent partners in our house hunt and our sale! We highly recommend them to anyone buying or selling a home."
Jessica & Josh Bond
"I highly recommend the whole Tar Team! They are extremely attentive, offered great solutions and ideas and communication was second to none. Truly a pleasure! 12/10!!!"
Linda Nickelsen
"We can’t say enough about Natalie’s patience, time, effort and expertise in this process that has comforted us in knowing we got the perfect house and at the right price and we sold ours at the right price we were happy to sell it for. Natalie was always available to us and if she wasn’t she had someone that could be. She made this experience so much more calming than it has been in the past. Natalie is a confident, professional and knowledgeable real estate agent and has a very bright future ahead of her."
Tiffani and Derek Howell
"My family and I have been downsizing with the Stephen Tar Team through two sales and two purchases in the past 6 years and couldn’t be happier with both experiences. Natalie is so responsive and has been an invaluable source of information and suggestions. She is backed up by an amazing team of professionals who all work to make the process go as smoothly as possible. It is a comfort to have such support in what is always a trying time."
Ellen Kaine
"The team was very professional and well informed about all aspects of our listing. I thought the communication was clear, helpful, timely and easy to understand. Well done, you should all feel proud to work within a strong team. "
Jim Mitchel
"Stephen Tar and his team where patient in answering all of our questions and addressing any concerns in a timely manner."
Sheri St. Denis
"We have purchased and sold real estate with Stephen’s guidance and his team of professional realtors. Stephen has earned our trust with consistent results.
We always highly recommend TAR TEAM. Thank you for your hard work!"
We always highly recommend TAR TEAM. Thank you for your hard work!"
Gyula Kutrovacz & Mariann Penzes
"The Tar Team is very helpful, professional and encouraging when guiding clients through what can be a very stressful time. The communication from Debby and Stephen was a constant source of reassurance for us and greatly appreciated."
Leslie & Jim Edmonds
"We were very impressed with the scope of your service. Each person had their function and fulfilled that wonderfully. We would be happy to refer anyone selling their home in the Markham area to the Tar Team."
Terry Chappelle & Kevin Day
"Down to earth, professional service."
Ron Hamade
"We especially appreciated Deb - with her positive, calm and helpful check-ins. Selling a home is a very personal and emotional experience. The Tar Team's care and concern was really appreciated! Thank you so much."
Trish Hambly
"The Tar Team was always available to us and proved to be very dedicated. Would strongly recommend to anyone interested in selling and purchasing a house and would use again."
Thomas Alston
"Debby is always polite and helpful. They had an amazing photographer, his photos made a huge difference. Home Stager's advice was beneficial as well. All team members are pleasant to work with and helpful."
Julia
"We decided to go with TAR Realty only after meeting with other realtors and deciding they were the ones for us. From start to finish, they were strategic, professional, honourable and helpful. The team took the stress out of a home sale and guided a smooth negotiation that led to a sale we were very happy with. Highly recommended!"
Roberta
"We have bought and sold more than 20 properties over the years and can confidently say the Tar team provides the best all-round, consistent support of any of the realtors we've worked with. The customer experience is excellent and it's clear they strive for excellence in all facets of their support."
M & A
"Our expectations of a Real Estate Agent were many. We looked for:
1. Experience
2. Knowledge of the current market
3. Integrity and honesty in dealings
4. Ability to negotiate effectively and creatively
5. Openness to our thoughts and suggestions
6. Use of leading edge technology
7. Personable
The TAR Team were all of the above and more!!
Thank you to Stephen Tar and the Tar Team!"
1. Experience
2. Knowledge of the current market
3. Integrity and honesty in dealings
4. Ability to negotiate effectively and creatively
5. Openness to our thoughts and suggestions
6. Use of leading edge technology
7. Personable
The TAR Team were all of the above and more!!
Thank you to Stephen Tar and the Tar Team!"
David & Ruth McClure
"The Tar Team has been extremely knowledgeable, realistic, responsive and supportive throughout the process."
Roger
"Efficient, professional, made the whole process easy for me. Natalie was terrific."
Bruce Sutherland
"The Stephen Tar Team works like a well oiled machine with all parts working together seamlessly. Each of the real estate professionals on The Stephen Tar Team we interacted with was knowledgeable, professional, personable and provided excellent service and support. Our house sold over asking in 2 days as a result of Kristina and Stephen utilizing their expert negotiating skills."
B & C
"We would definitely refer The Stephen Tar Team to our friends and family. Their negotiating services were outstanding in selling our Home in the unstable and competitive market."
Hemangini & Mukesh Patel
"We are very thankful that we chose Stephen and his team. We found Stephen, Kristina and Debby to be extremely considerate and thoughtful of our personal needs. They were very hard-working and ensured that we got the best price for our home. We highly recommend them as they are honest and genuinely care about their clients."
Sandy & Larry Hazell
"Selling our family home was bittersweet for our family. We would like to thank the Tar Team for their support in making this transition run smoothly and for their professionalism, authenticity and leadership. It was not an easy decision for us to sell, but we look to the future with renewed energy and excitement! Debby – thank you for your positive demeanor, your detailed communication and for always being there to support our inquiries and special requests. And to Stephen – thank you for your expert advice, honesty, support and for leading an exceptional and dedicated team of professionals."
The Lamy Family
"Working with the Stephen Tar Team to sell our house was great. They were highly professional and handled all aspects of the transaction efficiently. We were impressed with their thoughtful insights into the market and their advice. The whole transaction was handled quickly and we were happy with the end result. I would recommend this team to anyone looking to sell their house in Markham."
Tom Kalvik & Sandy Swailes
"We originally listed with Red Pin and no offers or real action after 4 months. We then changed to the Stephen Tar Team. We listed on a Thursday - had 26 groups through and sold it on the Monday. Sold in a weekend!
They are professional, have a full office of support and were able to help us set up our home so it was desirable for buyers."
They are professional, have a full office of support and were able to help us set up our home so it was desirable for buyers."
Erin Burton-Wilson
"What we will remember most is the commitment of Stephen, Kristina and Debby to ensuring we received good sales results. Thanks."
Betty & Ted
"We listed during a tough time in real estate. The Tar team was able to sell our house and help us find our dream home."
Erica & Darryl Smith
"The Stephen Tar Team of professionals far surpassed my expectations. From the outset I felt supported. I was supplied with expert advice in writing for the best presentation of our home. The Open House offerings were timely and successful. Every agent who showed our home was followed up for their clients’ comments. The information requested and the support of the administration during the emotional times was rock solid. Nothing was too much trouble. Stephen’s caring, knowledge and professional skills inspired confidence. He delivered the service he promised. I would not hesitate a moment to advise you to trust this amazing team with your valuable asset. They deserve your trust!"
Marilynn & Brock
"The team was efficient, and knowledgeable of market conditions. Everyone worked hard in bringing the sale to a successful conclusion. Debby was extremely efficient, followed up on all of our calls, and kept us informed and on our timeline. We particularly appreciated Kristina's reducing our stress level by doing the work of negotiating and dealing with the buyers before our meeting with her to close the deal."
Robert & Becky
"This is truly a full-service team. We used their services to purchase our new home and sell our current one; their expertise was invaluable in both situations. Thank you!"
Linda & Jim
"From the first day we knew we were in good hands and you didn't disappointed us. I just want to say "for us you were the perfect team". Thanks."
Aldo and Esther Radoicovich
"The dedicated and professional services that we received were remarkable by the Tar Team. We appreciate the valuable advise that we received and professionalism shown by the Tar Team during the entire transaction process. We will definitely use them for our next real estate transaction need!"
Anu Siva
"This TEAM knows the markets inside and out and have mastered the art of selling homes. They are very professional yet made us feel like family at the same time. They were excited about our home and to sell it for us right from the very start. They were honest, organized, hardworking and were positive throughout the entire process. It was very impressive to watch our negotiator at the top of his game. The entire process exceeded our expectations and can't thank them all enough!"
C & A Stevens
"For my career I have been in commercial real estate for the past 35 years and felt I would handle the sale of my own home. Having sat with my wife and chatting with Steve it quickly became apparent that his level of expertise and knowledge of the market was so vast that we immediately decided to have Steve and his team handle our transaction. The support we received, the co-ordination of the showings, the marketing of our property and the negotiations during the sale were all first rate. Steve's team were all so responsive and professional. Sandi and I wholeheartedly recommend and endorse Steve and his entire team. You're definitely in good hands with one of the largest decisions you may ever make with the sale of your home."
Mike Connell
"Our overall experience with the Tar team was very positive, and we got the results we wanted when selling our house. A special thanks to Deb Hunter for keeping in close contact with us and answering any questions we had during the process."
Pat & Bob
"I approached the Stephen Tar Team in crisis after another charismatic and infinitely less qualified agent had left an unparalleled mess in her wake, the affects of which left us energetically and financially vulnerable. From the very first call with Stephen (& team) I felt a profound difference – and relief. Stephen Tar isn't playing with "scared money or reputation" and had the luxury of expertly navigating away from any buyer or deal that doesn't honour his client's best interests. Any agent can pick low lying fruit, but this team has seen and weathered it all. I'd cite confidence, trustworthiness and sense of urgency, as difinitive strengths, but nothing's more appreciated then this distinction: SOLD."
Tina Hardt
"It was a pleasure having the Tar Team on our team to assist us in the sale of our Dad's apartment. We were more than pleased with the final outcome of the sale."
The Lojowsky Family
"Our first meeting with Kristina was a great first impression. She was kind and patient as this was a very hard decision for my husband and I. She was very accommodating and left no questions unanswered. Kristina has a very calming personality which helped us get through tough and emotional decision we had to make. We also dealt with Debby and found her to be very informative, professional and kept us up to date with everything. Her bubbly personality made this process easier and because of her everything went smooth. She was very understanding and empathetic to how we felt. This was a very difficult decision for the two of us and with the help of your team made us feel a lot better. Thanx."
Irene & Fausto
"If you want to have help to manage the complex process of selling your home, be provided with the best resources to maximize your value and price, and want insights and support along the journey, the Stephen Tar Team is the best you can use. All the members of the team provide professional care and help when you need it."
Stephen Rayfield
"The loss of my Father was overwhelming and the thought of getting his house ready for sale seemed impossible. The Stephen Tar Team stepped in and told me what to do step by step and made the whole experience really easy for us."
Kirsti Munn
"The overall experience with the Tar team was very positive. They are very professional and their expertise and knowledge of the market is invaluable. A special thank you to Steve, Natalie, and Debby for your support, responsiveness, and professionalism during the entire process. I would not hesitate to recommend the Stephen Tar Team to my family and friends."
H.M.
"Our overall experience with the Tar Team was very positive, and we got the results we wanted when selling our house. A special thanks to Deb Hunter for keeping in close contact with us and answering any questions we had during the process."
Pat & Bob
"Our overall experience working with The Stephen Tar Team, we were put at ease when we met Stephen and he explained the steps involved in selling our home. Deb always cheerfully answered any questions that we had, and we had more than a few, not having paid much attention to the real estate market for forty-eight years. Kristina made us feel comfortable by her calm and confident manner.
Thanks to the whole Team; we are very pleased with the way you handled the sale of our home, it was fast, efficient, and very professional. We will not hesitate to recommend The Stephen Tar Team to our friends."
Thanks to the whole Team; we are very pleased with the way you handled the sale of our home, it was fast, efficient, and very professional. We will not hesitate to recommend The Stephen Tar Team to our friends."
Fred & Lois Steenson
"Very pleased with the services provided by the Tar Team in our recent sale – from the initial consultation, staging, professional photos, and the great client service provided throughout."
D & B
"I was a little shocked and panicked when we were told our agent was no longer. That shock and panic was short lived when Steve and the crew took over. It went so well. My only regret is that we didn't choose your team from the start. Thank you all for your hard work and dedication."
Brian Barranger
"My husband an I met Natalie at an open house she was hosting early 2016. We were not actively in the market looking-that was literally our first open house. At the time, we didn't realize just how lucky we were to have met Natalie. She wasn't pushy at all, yet was able to uncover what we really wanted in our future home. From that day on, Natalie would keep in touch, send us listings that matched our criteria and was always available to arrange a showing. Natalie and the entire TAR team are class acts and we would never enter a real estate transaction without their guidance."
Anabel & Gianni
"We found the Stephen Tar Team to be professional, very knoweledgeable and incredibly helpful. Whenever we needed advice on planning the sale, Stephen made himself available. And he kept us up to date on what was happening in the market. We trusted his advice and expertise and, as a result, our house sold in two days and at a price that exceeded our expectations. Stephen delivered!"
Judy Huntington & Jim Mackay
"Steve's team has a winning process for engagement with the customer. Each member of the team has deep expertise and experience in their area of responsibility. They make you feel like your real estate transaction is their most important priority in their busy day."
Frank & Judy Gerber
"The Stephen Tar Team and the support we received from them was tremendous. Selling a house is can be a stressful time, yet the Team provided the necessary support to ensure we were comfortable with the process. Knowledgeable of the market and ready to support ideas – loved working with the team!"
M.C.
"Comprehensive knowledge, rich experiences and diligence & a hard working attitude are the characteristic of success. Those are what the Stephen Tar Team possesses. I firmly believe that this team is one of the best in the real estate industry."
Ella Zhang
"From the very first phone call to the Stephen Tar Team we knew we were dealing with the right group. Speaking directly with Stephen, he reassured us that they would handle the details of the sale, and that the entire Team would be available to us for all our questions & concerns. The office administrator Debby was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, reactive and understanding. Kristina Tar was amazing. She was totally in tune to the market and pricing structures. She knew the area in great detail, and was able to guide us through the contracts and negotiations with outstanding abilities. Through her negotiations we sold our home for $202,000.00 over the listed price. What an incredible team! Thank you."
Chris & Mark Johnston
"We had a very positive experience working with the Stephen Tar Team. Everyone was always professional, available and ready to help. They had a sound marketing strategy which resulted in a quick sale at top dollar."
Harry & Linda
"Kristina was extremely knowledgable, responsive and helpful in dealing with my estate issues, and ultimately extremely successful in the selling of the property. The recommendations to prepare the house for sale were exactly right and practical. Even with complications due to the nature of the estate, nothing felt stressful, even though it was. We sold in record time, with multiple offers and well above asking. The entire team was a pleasure to deal with, very effective and professional."
Karin H.
"Stephen and his entire Team clearly demonstrated their expertise and significant knowledge of the real estate market. They executed a very well organized, marketing, sales and implementation plan that ensured the entire home selling process went smoothly with phenomenal results that exceeded our expectations. An extremely fast sale at a tremendous price!"
G & M
"What we will remember most was your patient explanation of what was going on, and your knowledge passed on to help us through this difficult decision."
David & Brenda Rayner
"Sincerely, we want to thank you for the superb service and great advice you've given us throughout the purchase of our new house and sale of our current. You took every call, answered every question and most importantly, got us through this with a great outcome on both the purchase and sale."
Dave & Louise Nichols
"Completely professional. An excellent team. A pleasure to deal with."
James S.
"We were very nervous regarding the purchase of our new home and the sale of our original home until your team took us by the hand and walked us through every aspect of the buying and selling to make this a very exciting time in our lives. Your understanding and time spent with us was rewarding and greatly appreciated."
Brenda Cromie
"Stephen Tar and his Team developed and implemented a good marketing strategy for sale of our property. They demonstrated good negotiation skills that ultimately resulted in us being able to sell our property at a price that exceeded our expectations."
Michael Montgomery
"We met Kristina during a viewing of a house she was selling and was immediately impressed with her professionalism and helpfulness. Kristina and Debby made the buying and selling process stress free. They were prompt to reply to our text/emails and was patient to answer all our questions. Kristina's negotiation skills helped us getting our dream home and top dollars for our current house. We are happy customers. :)"
Judy & Alex
"We have just completed our 5th transaction with the Stephen Tar Team and the experience has been impeccable. Obviously we have been happy with the previous 4 transaction to come back, but I must say that the experiences have been getting better, faster and more professional. I highly recommend the team and Natalie Russell in particular."
Erez Pikar
"We sincerely thank Fiona for the expert care and advice she extended to us as we searched for our first home. We appreciated all of the hard work and attention we received. There was never a doubt that she had our best interest at heart every step of the way. Our expectations were far exceeded by the services provided by her. Many thanks for the valuable assistance and support provided. "
Hubert Guo and Izumi Inoue
"I was kept in the loop at all times and I very much appreciated the extra effort in helping find both a quality renovator and the cleaning staff. You made what could have been a very time consuming and difficult process a true pleasure."
Bruce M.
"You guys made it easy and hassle free. Great experience overall."
Dickson Lai
"We all worked together as a team to get the house sold. Very pleased with the outstanding effort and professionalism of The Stephen Tar Team."
Alexis Thomas
"The Stephen Tar Team are professional and personable and worked hard for us with awesome results. Thank you. Stephen is not a good realtor, he is a GREAT realtor. I highly recommend them."
Luellen & David Norris
"I would recommend the Stephen Tar Team to all buyers and sellers of their properties. I found their strategy and marketing meetings excellent. The inclusion of a talented stager who gave honest and practical hints on the optimal way to show the home was very beneficial. The way the whole team worked on our sale demonstrated excellent customer service."
Janet Devlin
"The Tar team draws on it's extensive experience and success in the Unionville area and is extremely well-positioned to provide a comprehensive set of services in the execution of a real estate transaction. I have done a number of deals using the Tar team and would not consider using anyone else."
John L.
"We met Fiona at an Open House she was hosting and found her very knowledgeable, professional and personable. From that point forward, she became our Agent and helped us secure the purchase of an investment property. Very reliable, professional, and easy to work with. Highly recommend!"
Susan & Winston
"Great advice regarding what we should do in order to get the best price for our house. Good communication along the way regarding the whole process. We got over our asking price!!!"
Steve & Valerie Wilkins
"You have an excellent team. They are enthusiastic, knowledgeable, timely and always courteous. Natalie Russell was exceptional in negotiating the purchase of our condo and setting up our house sale. Debby Hunter was always available to answer questions and keep track of the viewing schedule and feedback from the prospective buyers. I was impressed with the entire staff."
Jurgen & Sybille Patkowski
"If you are planning on selling your home I promise you will not go wrong with the Tar Team.
Kristina and Steve were great during the negotiations and everyone in the office was very professional and friendly."
Kristina and Steve were great during the negotiations and everyone in the office was very professional and friendly."
Trevor Vanderheyden & Susan Johnston
"Fiona was very honest and helpful in helping us make the right decision. The team is very knowledgeable and experienced & they helped us choose a very nice house!"
Yang Yang
"From our first meeting with Stephen to the sale of our property, the team was nothing short of exceptional. We never felt any stress or concerns that our house would not sell as per set out terms. Truly the best we've ever worked with. We would never work with anyone else."
Diana & David Rose
"Debby was excellent. Kristina was calm, assertive, and an expert - you just know dealing with her that she will take care of you! Stephen's authentic, humble attitude and his ability to relate to all situations is a real gift. He is like everyone's best friend. "
Lucy Adams
"I found the Stephen Tar Team was just that, a team. During the course of selling our house we had interaction with many members of the team from the photograpgher to Stephen. Everybody was knowledgable and patient with us. Our house was sold with the least amount of fuss and bother and we appreciated that."
Wayne Jackson
"We interviewed a number of agents for the sale of our home and Stephen Tar's team was clearly the best. We were impressed with the professionalism of his team and their personalized service. I was reluctant to go to their office for a presentation but I was glad I did. Once they walked us through the sale process that takes place in their office vs our home, I was convinced that this was the team for us.
I also appreciate how they communicated in a very timely manner and kept us apprised on a daily basis.
The wealth of experience of the team really came into play on the day the offers came in. They were able attract multiple offers and manage the process so that we ended getting a significant amount over asking!"
I also appreciate how they communicated in a very timely manner and kept us apprised on a daily basis.
The wealth of experience of the team really came into play on the day the offers came in. They were able attract multiple offers and manage the process so that we ended getting a significant amount over asking!"
Rob & Diane Purdy
"If you are looking for the PERFECT real estate team, look no further. Stephen and his group of professionals are, hands down, the FINEST real estate people we have ever had the pleasure of working with. Their knowledge of the GTA, especially market trends in Unionville and Markham, allow them to maximize your selling and buying experiences. Every single person that works with you makes you feel like you are their top priority, from the beginning of the home buying and selling process right through to the end. Caring and professional beyond measure, they set the bar high for other local real estate teams. Chris and I thank you for everything you did for us, in the selling of our property, and for finding us our DREAM HOME! We cannot thank you enough.
If you want the best...call them. You will not be disappointed!"
If you want the best...call them. You will not be disappointed!"
Sheri & Christopher Caston
"Working with a team of people who made the difficult process of selling our home progress smoothly was truly appreciated. The first visit from Stephen and subsequent meetings with the whole team made it clear to us that this was a service that was a cut above the rest.
We were kept informed every step of the way and provided with recommendations that ultimately resulted in a very positive outcome. Thank you."
We were kept informed every step of the way and provided with recommendations that ultimately resulted in a very positive outcome. Thank you."
Trish & Wilma Dekker
"I’m sure that we’ll be thanking you so many more times for helping to get an amazing price on our house, and of course on finding that DREAM HOUSE in the DREAM LOCATION for us. We were just saying how lucky we were to sign-up with the Team. Kristina's patience with us and her attention to our preferences to get our “perfect house” was remarkable. Even after we sold our house and didn’t find anything for a bit, she really settled us down from being over-anxious on finding something. "
Diane & Wayne
"What we will remember most was the professionalism of all the staff. Also the commitment of each staff member to sell our house. Deb's positive attitude, professionalism and knowledge of our house and the existing market."
Joseph & Victoria
"Steve and Natalie are dedicated and diligent when it comes to finding the perfect home as well as negotiating the sale of your current home. Their experience and mindfulness of the client’s needs allow for a solid team that will not let you down."
Joyce Pente
"What an incredible team! I cannot say enough. They made what many may look upon as stressful (i.e. selling your house with 2 small kids during Christmas), a quick and efficient process rendering wonderful and memorable results! We ended 2015 and began 2016 in a fabulous way."
T & S
"Stephen & Kristina made the process of the actual sale much less stressful than we imagined it would be. They very carefully laid out the offers & explained the process as we went along. Stephen worked very hard to achieve an amazing outcome! We are so happy with the sale & the terms. "
David & Christine McConnell
"What stands out most was my agent Kristina, and all the others who made me feel like I was their only client. I really enjoyed my experience and am continuing to do so."
Emily Gaine
"What we will remember most was Debby's hard work and Steve's negotiation. Overall, great!"
Paul & Debbie McCabe
"Stephen is a nice, down to earth, and very professional person. We felt the Team was honest and that we were in good hands."
Renate & Frank Macri
"We have sold a lot of houses across Canada and the U.S. over the last 30 years. This was the best experience of all. "
Brian M. Smith & Carol J. Gray
""Thank you" are such small words compared to the HARD work you all did to put these great big smiles on our faces, but THANK YOU...THANK YOU!"
Alan & Judy Brooks
"Thank you to everyone for your help in purchasing our new home and selling our current one. Your professionalism and knowledge made us feel very confident about each part of the process. Thank you Debby for your reassuring "telepathic" phone calls & Kristina for the hand holding - you were there with us at the beginning and the end. Thanks to Steve especially for setting up and walking us through the final deal."
Mary & Peter Lannan
"We would like to express our deepest thanks to you and your fabulous team! Thank you for making the process go so smoothly. We are very pleased with the sale price as well as service we received. Debby has been a pleasure to work with and is always quick to respond and helpful, and I was impressed by Kristina's effective negotiation skills! Everyone we encountered in your team is outstanding! Thank you so very much!! "
Shaila & Imtiaz
"The dedication and hard work of the Stephen Tar Team was exceptional. They negotiated for the best home value and our personal interest, and we felt that we were truly represented. The market knowledge of Stephen Tar and the marketing effort of the team to sell our home were invaluable. The team always maintained professionalism, understanding and patience and were by far the best real estate agents that we have worked with."
Andre Soriano & Marissa Fortuno
"Thanks to Steve, Debby, Natalie, and the whole Team TAR. You guys made it happen. We are thrilled!!!"
Dave & Irena Kurtz