- Margaret Forrest

"Best agent ever". Simply put. Now to elaborate! We wanted to find a house that we could expand our family in, a house that we would stay in for many years to come. To do that, we had to sell our condo. Margaret, your fantastic eye for decor and style helped stage our condo so that it piqued everyone's interest. It was clear by the steady stream of viewings (as well as the extremely positive feedback) that the staging and the professional photos were right on target. You gave us daily updates that kept us in the loop and we were never left wondering "Where has our agent gone??". We honestly felt like your only clients as you never left us hanging and were always prompt to reply to our questions. You went above and beyond for our condo sale. At the same time that we were trying to sell the condo, you were constantly on the look out for houses that could suit our needs. You were always flexible in terms of your availability for viewings and after about 20 houses, we found the one. You were also a great sounding board and never hesitated to share your opinion or advice (which we were very greatful to receive). So now that we have purchased our long-term house, you will have to come over and decorate it for us :) You can be assured that if anyone asks us if we've heard of any great agents that they can trust without hesitation, we will be sending them your name. Helen and Jacques, Kanata (Soon to be Stittsville)" _______________________________________________ No one ever said life was easy. Amongst the difficulties and struggles life can throw our way, the process of selling a home can be an added stress indeed. When going through our divorce, the process of selling our home was emotional and trying. Through choosing Margaret, I have learned that the home selling process CAN be made easier. What better than to have a real estate agent with knowledge and understanding; an agent that is real; an agent that truly cares about YOU. Margaret's approach carries the perfect balance of business professionalism and a personal touch. Having sold a few homes before having met her, I have come to realize that not all agents are created equal. Margaret became a friend to us while selling our home and she understood and walked with us to make certain everything was done right. She never hesitated to help when and where she could and always extended her sensitive and thoughtful nature. Her insight and thoughtfulness along with her morals and ethics are exceptional. Not only have we sold our home to a family we know will appreciate it for years to come, but I can personally say I have gained a friend in Margaret. My respect for and appreciation to her will last a lifetime. Thanks always Margaret. LR HEY GIRL!!! You've put another smile on our faces.Thank you sooooo much for the wonderful book. It was great to see you left a spot for the sale of my home, so I can add that info too. I received the photos you sent as well, thank you. What a great keep sake. The girls look so happy. You have been terrific! Doing all these little extras ... that's what makes you such a success. We are so happy that Peter recommended you to us. You're exactly what we were looking for in an agent ... that's probably why we opted to go with you while we sat chatting in your office the first time. We'll be happy to recommend you to any of our friends or acquaintances who require a real estate agent. Barb and Terry - Stittsville
We were very pleased with Margaret's professionalism and dedication from the beginning of our home buying journey to the day we made the purchase. From the onset, Margaret ensured that we understood all of the different aspects of the home buying process: from searching for the right house, using a mortgage broker to get the best possible mortgage, to putting in an offer and completing a home inspection. Due to the quality of Margaret's efforts, a potentially daunting and overwhelming task was made simple and enjoyable. I think what pleased us most is that Margaret listened to our requirements, and found a home that fit our needs at a price we could afford. The end result is a home we love. Hugh and Sirkka - Crystal Beach
We just wanted to say "thanks" for making the process of buying our first home such an easy and pleasant experience. We will never forget that despite our countless nights searching MLS on-line, you were the one who found our home. So as the deal closes on our home today, we just wanted to take time out to say "thanks" and best of luck with all your future Clients. Jason and Nicole - Barrhaven
It is with pleasure that we would like to recommend Margaret Forrest as your next Real Estate professional. We have recently had the pleasure of working with Margaret with our real estate requirements while moving from Nova Scotia to Ottawa. We first made contact via email and were very pleased with the immediate response and assistance that Margaret provided us. She made every effort to determine our needs even though no contract had been signed at the time. Before we arrived in Ottawa to search for a house, we had already seen numerous houses on the Internet and were provided with details on every property as well as others recommended by Margaret. She was extremely helpful during our house-hunting trip, scheduling numerous appointments and re-arranging schedules and appointments on the fly. With Margaret’s help we were able to successfully find just the right house on the very first day. She is a first class professional and is strongly recommended by both of us. Sincerely, Normand and Dianne Arsenault - Elmvale Acres
Margaret, you are GREAT! When I saw the wonderful job you did with the sale of Catherine’s house, I knew you were the agent for me. As soon as I put my requirements into your hands, I was able to relax and leave all the hard work up to you. I’ve been telling people that one of the best things about working with you was that, whenever I was confused about what to do, you’d help me think it out and come to my own conclusions instead of pushing me one way or another. Thanks to your wonderful pictures & virtual tour, my house sold in 9 days and, due to your continued hard work, I had a new home just 7 days later. You can be sure that I’ll be recommending you to everyone I know. This was a terrific partnership, girl. Thanks so much. Sue Moerman Gloucester