Testimonials

While working with Mark for four years to find the right cottage property we always felt that he had our best interests at heart. Mark was always willing to schedule property viewings to accommodate our three hour travel time to the Bruce. His communication was consistently prompt and thorough. Any questions that we had were answered and Mark did a lot of research beyond the detail that is provided by MLS. He was acutely aware of the local market conditions and trends and did a great job of pointing out pros and cons of different properties based on the specific features we were looking for.
When we finally found “the one”, Mark proved to be a great negotiator.
He is friendly, approachable and easy to work with…a true professional. We would highly recommend him as a realtor you can trust.

Thank you Mark!

Just wanted to thank Mark for all of the hard work he did for us on the sale of our property. This was certainly not a ‘normal’ sale as far as closing a property deal, however Mark went above and beyond to make sure the deal closed. There were numerous hurdles we had to over come however Mark walked us through each stage and continued to work on our behalf without fail. I would highly recommend Mark to anyone selling or buying a property. THnx Mark!

Mark, we can’t thank you enough for your help in finding us just the right property. Your patience and wise advice were instrumental in the process. We especially appreciated your keeping track of the building process, keeping us up to date and doing walk throughs with us. You offered us a great level of service and it was a pleasure to work with you. Thank you!

Just wanted to thanks to Mark for the fantastic work that he did in preparing us and our cottage for sale.
Mark always went the extra yard in making sure the property was ready to show as we lived 3 hours away from the cottage. His feedback was informative to us and we could not have been happier with his service. I would highly recommend Mark to anyone looking to sell or buy property in the Bruce peninsula.
Thanks again Mark for your service.
Bruce and Kathie Callan

I have used Mark for 2 sales now and find he is very professional in all regards. He gets the job done plain and simple.

Hi Mark,
I just want to thank you for helping us make our dream of owning a waterfront property a reality. It was truly a pleasure to work with you. You were very thorough and answered all our questions right away. We look forward to enjoying many years at our cottage getaway.

When my husband and I decided to sell out property we called Mark McDade of Chestnut Park Real Estate. He worked tirelessly for us and never left us wondering what is going on. He was always there for us, answering our calls & questions, negotiating offers right through to the “sold” sign at the end of the driveway. His knowledge and expertise were very valuable to us. We would certainly recommend Mark very highly.

We bought a cottage near Tobermory this year and Mark helped us with the search. “Going the extra mile” was proven to be true when he drove up the peninsula in the dead of winter to get pictures of a place we were interested in, which was listed by another agent who was away holidaying in the south. During the whole process he was willing to set up visits, give advice and answers on a wide range of questions, and then follow through with managing the details of the purchase. We’d be happy to recommend him to anyone looking for an agent in the area.

Mark sold our waterfront house in record time for any sale on our street. We had barely had the sign up, when the property sold. All of his recommendations, suggestions and views were professional, succinct and extremely helpful. Mark represented us well during every transaction with our buyers, followed up on every issue, and smoothed over the rough spots for us. Leaving our home was sad, but Mark made it practically painless. I would highly recommend Mark McDade.

Mark is a true professional who cares about his clients. I tripped across a listing that led me to Tobermory for the first time in my life. Mark made the purchase seem effortless. Beyond the sale Mark was kind enough to provide direction on utility set up, and other professional services in the area.

Mark is the real deal; I cannot say enough good things about him.

When a house, in the ideal location and size come up for sale, Dan and I jumped at it pretty quickly.
Mark was extremely professional, kind, a great listener and patient when asked endless questions.
Mark led us through the “buying a home procedure” in an uncomplicated way, thus making the process enjoyable and less intimidating.
I would without a doubt, recommend Mark to family and friends, when buying or selling a home.

Thanks Mark!

Mark McDade was our Real Estate Agent for the sale of our home in Tobermory. We found Mark to be professional in all that he did. He was personable, a great listener, informative, very knowledgeable about Northern Bruce and other sales in the area. He was detailed, methodical, and skilled in his task. Communication between us was excellent and frequent.

We were extremely pleased with Mark’s work and highly recommend him.

We couldn’t be happier with how we were treated while working with Mark McDade. He was very responsive and proactive when communicating with us about the purchase of our son’s cottage. Mark McDade is a very professional Real Estate Agent who listened to our specific wants/needs and gave out son great advise. We highly recommend Mark for all your real estate needs.

Thank you, Mark, for your professional services

Selling a home that has been in the family for over 30 years is a very emotional experience. Mark helped us through this transition, making it as easy as possible. He showed professionalism, knowledge, patience and guidance, always listening to our concerns and ideas.

This helped us throughout the selling process. We were always kept informed of different viewings of the home. Mark offered advice and suggestions, without being forceful and he always kept us “the Seller” in mind. Mark was prompt and hardworking while selling the home.

We would highly recommend Mark McDade to those wanting to Sell or Buy.

“We located Mark McDade via Google after using another realtor and being unsuccessful over a period of more than a year in selling our property in Owen Sound. Mark was very professional and was able to quickly locate a buyer and conclude the sale. We are very happy with the result from Mark and would reach out to him with any other real estate needs in the future.”

“After interviewing several real estate agents in the area, we chose Mark McDade for several reasons:

-his preparation for the interview;
-his complete professionalism;
-his knowledge of the Bruce Peninsula;
-his record of listings and sales, in particular in our price range;
-his genuine interest in us and our particular situation; and
-his trustworthiness.

Our being a 8-hour drive away from our year-round cottage, did not limit Mark’s staying in touch with us. He kept us informed at all times.

We always had a positive working relationship with him.
When it came time for negotiations, we trusted him explicitly.
We never doubted Mark’s ability.

And so, after a short 6 months, our year-round cottage and property sold without any problems and at a price we were extremely happy with.”

“We had the extreme pleasure of working with Mark McDade of Chestnut Park Real Estate. Previous to Mark, we had two other real estate agents from other firms who muddled along, but failed to produce results. Mark went the extra distance. We had more viewings with Mark than with the other two agents combined, and in a much shorter period of time. Mark always reported the results of viewings and the feedback was important and valued. He was kind and patient with our questions and led us through the process in a painless way. We would use Mark again in a heartbeat if we were to sell another property and highly recommend Chestnut Park and particularly Mark McDade to others either selling or buying a property.”

“We enjoyed working with Mark during the sale of our property. We found him to be responsive and reliable. He was easy to contact and prompt in his replies. He laid out for us what he planned to do to market our property and then he did it. He kept us updated on viewings and interest in the property and worked with us to get the right offer.

We would recommend him to anyone needing an agent in the Bruce Peninsula area.”

“Mark was professional and efficient during the time we worked with him for the our cottage purchase. He always made time to answer the many questions or concerns we had related to the buying process, and helped ease our anxieties through the stressful process.

We are grateful we had the opportunity to work with Mark, and would not hesitate to use him again or recommend him to family and friends in a similar position as us. Being a home owner and cottage owner himself, and local resident of Bruce peninsula region, we were confident in his knowledge and understanding of the surrounding and local real estate market. We chose a 3 week closing, and his assistance through the tight time line was an integral part in making our dream become a reality”

Thanks again for your help and assistance 🙂
Sincerely,
Esther

Selling a cottage can be a daunting experience and choosing the right real estate agent to market your property can make a great difference in the outcome.

We were impressed with Mark’s local knowledge and his understanding of the current real estate conditions on the Bruce Peninsula. He started out by providing us with a very well documented Market Analysis of our cottage. Using this as a basis, he then produced a well organized listing for the property.

Always prompt and professional, Mark kept us well informed about the situation as the transaction progressed, and was always available to answer any of our questions as they arose.

Working with Mark McDade in selling our cottage was a very positive experience. Highly recommended.

Recently, I have had the pleasure of working with Mark, involving the sale of
two properties that I had on the Northern Bruce Peninsula. Mark was very
knowledgeable and communicated regularly regarding the progress of potential
buyers. He was very professional and experienced regarding my lots and was
able to locate serious perspective potential buyers, which inevitably ended in
the sale of both properties. Mark provided strong advice and suggestions
which ultimately led to this outcome. I would be more than happy to work
with him for future buying or selling needs, and would recommend him highly.

It is with great pleasure that I write this testimonial for Mark McDade.

If you are looking for a highly polished professional, hard working, knowledgeable representative, who will treat you, and all who he comes into contact with, with the up most respect, hands down, Mark is the obvious choice to work with. You will not be disappointed.

When I was looking for a real estate representative for the Tobermory area, who understood my love for Tobermory and how important it was to me to find my little piece of heaven, Mark got it! I am from the area and l cannot even describe how happy and excited I am to own a place again in the Tub.

Many many thanks to Mark for making my dream come true.

Never dreamed my cottage would sell in the Winter (February, 2018). However, Mark suggested to put it online on a site that displays cottages for sale for people in the GTA/ Mississauga area, so I agreed. He was very knowledgeable of the area, and kept me well informed and updated on everything that he was doing. Being an out-of-towner, he made me feel very comfortable, as he walked me through every step of the sale! The sale was completed quickly, within a few months. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to sell or buy a home/ cottage in the Tobermory/ Owen Sound area! Thank you for your services Mark 🙂
Diana

As a first-time home buyer, I was lucky to have Mark on my side. Mark was fully accessible and promptly answered, with certitude, all of my many questions. This, along with Mark’s overall personal character and overall business character, both of which I found to be well upstanding, got me from A to Z with the confidence that everything was being done perfectly.

Mark is very professional and attentive to details. He is very easy to work with. He is very knowledgeable for properties in the Tobermory area. With his help, we have purchased a few properties in that area in 2017. He always gives us his honest opinions based on his knowledge and his market researches . I can highly recommend him to anyone seeking a truly professional Realtor. Thank you Mark

It was a pleasure working with you for the sale of our Dorcas Bay cottage. Your professionalism, prompt replies to our questions and knowledge of the market made the process very smooth. We were delighted that we had a firm offer in under a week. Thank you Mark! We will definitely refer you to anyone selling or looking to purchase.

It was a pleasure doing this transaction with you. Very easy to manage with your on-line and e-tools. I wouldn’t hesitate to work with you again.
Best regards

My husband and I were extremely lucky to have the chance of having Mark as our realtor. From the beginning things went very smooth and through each property we’ve viewed together we learned and noticed the professionalism, expertise, knowledge and care Mark had about each detail in our search. We never felt any pressure in buying something and our experience was comfortable and enjoyable as Mark made sure we will choose the right place for us. He was truly thoughtful, dedicated and punctual.

We will definitely refer Mark to anyone in search for their dream home or property*

Thank you kindly for all your work, Mark ☺

Selling a house that you have designed and built can be extremely stressful. We sold our house without the stress normally associated with such an undertaking. We really loved the house, its location, but most of all its inclusive functionality. We managed avoid that stress and that was directly related to the professionalism of our agents.
It is difficult to express in words professionalism. But that ability to apply in your business dealings the three “FFF’s” is what separates Mark from many if not all other Real Estate agents. He was “Firm” in outlining the various issues related to the laws and the rules that applied to a sale. He was “Fair” in his application of the rules in order to protect the seller and buyer outlining the various legal conditions that would protect us. Lastly he was “Friendly” as he sat at the table not as an agent but as a friend who was supporting a friend that was making major life changing decision. I highly recommend any seller or buyer seeking Mark as your agent.

We were searching for a cottage-like home on the Bruce Peninsula with a big property and privacy. We chose Mark as our realtor because of his extensive knowledge of the region. Mark was highly professional, responsive and had great insight into all the potential properties. Mark was able to offer sage advice on the pros-and-cons of each property related to value, potential maintenance issues and future resale potential. We appreciated his honesty and sincerity, which resulted in us getting the perfect place near Lion’s Head. Two thumbs up for Mark, we highly recommend him.

We have dealt with many real estate agents in the past. In working with Mark, there is no comparison. He is the most professional agent we have dealt with to date and we truly enjoyed working with him. He exceeded our expectations from our first meeting to after our deal closed. Mark has extensive knowledge of the market and was able to provide us with invaluable advice and service. He is true to his word and extremely thorough. We would highly recommend Mark to anyone considering buying or selling their home or cottage!

HI Mark
I wanted to relocate from another city to Owen Sound and Mark McDade was highly recommended. I am so glad that he was my agent, Mark is very knowledgeable about the area, is excellent at returning calls and answering any questions I had. Mark was able to present many different properties, but there was never any pressure to buy. Once I found my new home Mark was very quick and efficient in getting the offer submitted and finalizing the sale. Mark made my relocation so much easier than I could hoped for and highly recommend Mark.

Hi Mark,
We were in Owen Sound on Tuesday to sign the papers and yesterday afternoon received the call that the property was now ours. It all went smoothly.

We want to thank you for everything you did to enable us to purchase the waterfront property. We are delighted. We especially appreciate your prompt replies and thorough answers to our questions. Should we be involved in any future real estate matters, we will definitely call you. As well, we will recommend you whenever possible.

All the best,

I have to say, if you are thinking about selling or buying, Mark is the one you want. I previously had 3 bad experiences with realtors in the past, Mark has re stored my faith that there are good realtors out there. You could not find a more informed agent for his area, he is very patient and listens to what it is you are looking for, and actually hears what you are saying, he makes himself available for questions and answers them. I was looking for a house for my family, including my elderly mother, and he was looking out for her as much as we do, This realtor will always have your back!!!!! and with buying or selling being such a huge thing, this is someone you can count on.
Mark, you are an awesome agent, and you were so patient with me and all of the craziness I brought. Thank you again for all you did for us.

We couldn’t have been more pleased with the expert service Mark McDade provided as we searched for a new home in Georgian Bluffs.

Mark has extensive knowledge of the area and was very patient with all of our questions as this is our first home outside of the city.

In fact, we were so delighted with Mark that we also secured his services to find a home in the area for a loved one.
We highly recommend Mark for any real estate needs.

Mark was a real pleasure to work with for the sale of our house! He was very friendly/approachable and was always available and very prompt when needed! Mark takes a lot of pride in his work and we highly recommended him if you are ever looking at buying and selling! Thank you Mark again for everything! Keep up the good work!

When we decided to sell our home and our business, our friends recommended Mark McDade as an agent who is effective and has high standards.

We contracted Mark McDade to sell our property in Tobermory, which was a hybrid of residential and commercial real estate. A good value for the right customer. Mark was able to find that right customer and close the deal in May 2017. The process was intensive and challenging at times as the buyer lived in Toronto and language was a barrier. We are very pleased how Mark was always accessible and proved to be a very effective communicator, able to gain the trust of the buyer and his agent as well.

Mark never pressured us to accept a deal that we were uncomfortable with. He would take time to answer any questions in a timely manner. His intimate knowledge of he Bruce Peninsula real estate world is a great asset. We recommend wholeheartedly Mark for your real estate needs. You will be glad you did.

When it came time to list my cottage on the Bruce Peninsula, Mark was the realtor most recommended for the job. I really appreciated his approach that started with a thorough market assessment, offered helpful advice throughout the process and concluded with a quick sale at the full asking price. I definitely recommend Mark and his team!

It is my pleasure to have known Mark McDade for a couple of decades from our summers in Tobermory. This past summer of 2016 we had the opportunity to purchase one of Marks waterfront listings in the area. Mark brought an in depth practical knowledge on the local market, site development challenges, and sensitivity to our needs as investors. He easily went above and beyond to approach other land owners on our behalf and offer valuations services on our existing portfolio.

Mark has the integrity and character to ensure both sellers and buyers come out as winners.

We are extremely happy with the deal Mark was able to execute, and look forward to our next opportunity to do some business.

We very much appreciated your professionalism, honesty and timeliness in addressing our concerns or requests. Selling a vacant piece of land can often be more challenging than one with a dwelling. You did an excellent job in marketing the property and your follow up with prospective buyers was efficient and thorough. Thank you very much for all your efforts and we have already referred a friend to you who i’m sure will be equally pleased with your work.

All the best to you and thank you again.

We want to thank you so much for all the time and help you donated in our property search. Hopefully we’ll run into you again as we blend into the community. You impressed us as a very friendly and knowledgeable agent, and we won’t hesitate to recommend you to people looking for a home in your neck of the woods.

All the best Mark.

In December of 2016 we purchased our first home in Owen Sound and Mark McDade was our realtor. As first time home buyers we had a lot of questions that Mark was more than willing to answer and take the time to make sure we understood the process. Mark’s relaxed yet thorough approach made him very easy to work with and gave us a sense of security with such a big purchase. When asked, Mark would provide advice to us as if he were advising a friend or family member – not a client. There was never any pressure placed on us to close the deal and we felt that Mark had our best interests at heart. Mark was professional, diligent, and always prompt to answer an email or phone call. We will definitely be recommending Mark to any of our friends and family members that are looking to buy or sell property.

We are settling into our new home and are loving it! Thank you for all of your hard work Mark.

My husband and I purchased a new home and sold our existing home in the fall of 2016. Mark was an exceptional realtor. He was very attentive, professional & personable. All questions and concerns were answered in a timely fashion, which helped to facilitate a smooth transaction with the buying and selling of our homes. We were new to real estate, and weren’t sure how the “process” worked, Mark guided us with such expertise that gave us the reassurance we needed when making such big decisions for the future of our family. We would use Mark again for any real estate matters should they arise, and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to everyone! Thanks Mark!

In October of 2016 we purchased a cottage as a future retirement property. Mark McDade was our Realtor for this purchase. We were quite nervous about the transaction as we had never purchased a seasonal property before and were completely unfamiliar with the process. The cottage was purchased a considerable distance from our home in the GTA and we needed to rely on Mark to provide us with a list of reliable resources that we could choose to complete the transaction. Thanks to Mark’s patience, flexibility and knowledge our purchase was completed with minimal stress. Mark continues to offer his assistance, expertise and knowledge of the area whenever we ask. We highly recommend Mark McDade as an honest, professional and a “down to earth” realtor.
Thanks Mark

Dear Mark,
I would like to thank you for all you help with the purchase of my first home. I appreciate you being flexible with my busy schedule, you being easy to contact and answering all my questions in a timely manner. Your knowledge of homes and purchasing of homes made me feel very comfortable and your attentiveness to what I wanted and needed made me confident that I chose the right home for myself. It was a pleasure working with you!
Laura

Mark,

Cathy and I are very pleased to have worked with you on the recent purchase of our property in Meaford Township. The lot is exactly what we hoped for and you made the purchase go perfectly.

Your professional manner and personal touch made this purchase a dream come true for us. We cannot thank you enough for all the work and speedy completion of the purchase.

We are in the planning stages of our new home. We have designed a one storey home with front right side attached double garage on a five foot crawlspace with help from Craig Johnston Design of Owen Sound. We expect to begin construction in July of 2017.

Again, this would not have been possible without your assistance. I highly recommend you to others seeking their dream lot or home. Thank you very much.

Dear Mark
Taking a break from our unpacking, sorting and reflecting upon our recent move from Dorcas Bay. One would think that after twenty plus home relocations, we’d be old hat at this game. We thought our past experiences in readying ourselves and our home for sale would make this move easier. Leaving our home on Dorcas Bay was a challenge. That place of beauty and serenity on the Northern Bruce Peninsula is indeed very special.

Our experience with you Mark was very positive as you helped us transition through the initial listing to the end piece of selling our property. Your attention to detail was thorough and appreciated. Communication was always timely, open and the odd injection of humour was fun!

There’s a myriad of emotions when considering the sale of one’s home. Mark, your professional and caring personality helped carry us through this transition remarkably well.

All the best in your future endeavours. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend your services.

It was a pleasure working with Mark. I was looking for a quick buy, and Mark did exactly what I requested. He was very helpful, honest, and professional. His dedication towards his clients is exceptional. Buying my first house, I am very glad I had Mark to assist me as he made me feel very comfortable and knowledgeable with the buying process. Mark was always available to answer his phone whenever I had a question. He was very accommodating, as I was traveling from out of town for the viewings. I would like to thank Mark for helping me purchase my first home in Tobermory, and I would definitely use him again as well as recommend him to family and friends.

Thank you again for everything!

Hi Mark.
Things are getting back to normal as we arrived home a couple of weeks ago.
Even though we were out of province we were very pleased with the sale of
our property. After the Authentisign everything went very smoothly.
Thanks very much for your expertise in the selling of our property.

We found the perfect place on Big Tub !–We wanted the purchase to go quick and hassle-free. Once we spoke with Mark who was the listing agent we felt so comfortable with his knowledge of the area and professionalism we used him as our agent also . We highly recommend him if you are buying or selling. Thanks Mark for helping us purchase our dream cottage and making new memories–its been a great summer in Tobermory!!

When it came time to list my house I was very nervous, having never sold a house before.I am so thankful for Mark! Right from our first sit down, Mark was completely available to answer all my questions.Even when Mark had to be away he kept in touch with me every step of the way!I could not have asked for a smoother sale or for a better first time selling experience.

Thank You Mark!

It was a pleasure working with you. The sale of the property went smoother than we ever imagined! Hope you’ve had a great summer… where did it go?! We feel so fortunate to have worked with Mark on the quick sale of our vacation property. After meeting with other realtors, we knew Mark was the perfect fit with his high energy, appreciation of unique properties and professional and personable nature. We were also very impressed with his marketing plan, and the integrity and professionalism he exhibited during the entire process. Mark was very responsive and had the drive and desire to work hard to market and sell our property. It was a pleasure to work with Mark and we’d highly recommend his services to anyone buying or selling a property!
Thanks again and we wish you continued success!

Hi Mark, Helen and I would like to thank you for your insight and professionalism in the process of selling our home on 13 th st. W

We were most happy with you,and your dedication for your chosen field of real estate, please keep us informed with the happenings in your life,

You have also become a friend….Best Regards

Mark McDade was our real estate agent when we purchased a home in Tobermory. Mark’s friendly and genuine approach made us feel very comfortable in moving ahead with the purchase. He was helpful in providing information regarding the local municipality and bylaws and created a very positive bond of trust through his sincere interactions with us. He walked us through the legal process and was available after closing to answer additional questions. We would highly recommend Mark to anyone looking for a real estate agent.

My wife and I decided to move to beautiful Vancouver Island and sell our property in Grey County Ontario. Our previous next door neighbour Mark McDade works in the real estate industry and was the obvious choice for us. Mark has always presented himself as a true professional in all his endevors. He is kind,considerate very knowledgeable in the business and a very hard worker. Whether you are buying or selling or just in need of advice, Mark is your go to guy. His absolute honesty is one of his best a tributes. We truly enjoyed working with Mark. He kept in touch always.
Mark sold two properties we owned in Ontario in a very timely fashion. Choose Mark as your Realtor and I guarantee you will not be disappointed. Best Wishes!

I recently worked with Mark to find a new house in Owen Sound. Mark was incredibly patient, personable and knowledgeable. He spent a lot of time familiarizing me with the neighborhoods in town and the quality of house I could expect to find at my price point. The result was that when an ideal property came on the market, I was confident it was the right place at the right price. And now we’re looking forward to moving in – thanks Mark!

Selling a home at any time can be a stressful experience. Having a real estate agent who is competent, knowledgeable and supportive can make all the difference. Mark McDade is all of those things. I recently sold my home in Tobermory after being widowed and therefore not having the benefit of a partner to discuss expectations and concerns about putting a house on the market. Mark took great care and time to be sure I had all the facts needed to determine a fair market selling price and what I could expect re showings and offers. Mark was very respectful in scheduling showings and when I returned after a showing, my house was just as I left it. I know Mark worked very hard on my behalf as my house sold in less than 8 weeks. This was during the fall, when properties on the Northern Bruce Peninsula often take longer to sell. I have already recommended Mark to a friend who was as impressed as I was. I am sure Mark will continue to have an excellent sales record as he genuinely cares about his clients and works for a successful outcome for both seller and buyer.

Buying your first home can be an overwhelming process but having Mark to guide and aid me along the way made it an enjoyable experience. With Marks assistance we were able to find a house that fit my criteria and budget. Mark was incredibly patient with me and I never felt pressured during the process! Thank you Mark 🙂

When we began investigating a cottage property in Tobermory, we had the good fortune to meet Mark. The very best way to describe Mark is “Professional”. At every step of the process Mark was on the top of his game. He kept us informed of the progress all along. Mark was efficient and engaged in our transaction, making us confident everything that had to be done, was being done.

Mark is very informed about Tobermory, the Bruce peninsula and the real estate process. All this helped make our buying experience a real joy. Follow up is often a major problem in purchasing real estate, but not with Mark. He was quick to answer our concerns and kept us and the vendor engaged at every step.

Should we ever have need for the services of a real estate agent again, Mark is the one we will engage. We highly recommend Mark, whether your buying or selling, you’ll get the best service available.

Thanks for all your help Mark.

Upon discussing the potential listing of my home with some acquaintances, Mark McDade came up in conversation. I was told that Mark had a fantastic reputation among his clients and was a dedicated and professional realtor. I scheduled an appt with Mark to discuss the selling of my property. Mark’s knowledge of construction quality and special features of my home were certainly taken into account while determining the fair market value. I was impressed with his professionalism and enthusiasm.

What I thoroughly enjoyed about my listing experience with Mark was his constant communication whether it be about a scheduled showing, inquiry, follow up or pro-active action, I was always in the know. My home sold in just over 2 weeks and guess who is assisting me in purchasing my next place?

Thanks Mark! I will highly recommend your services.

The decision to sell your home takes time, and courage when you live alone. There are financial factors, location of your extended family and the new area you wish to relocate to. The next big step is to list with a realtor, who will evaluate your home, look at previous sales, and compare apples and oranges in the area. My final choice was Mark McDade.

Mark explained the evaluation value of my home and knew the local area far and wide since he has spent many years in the Bruce Peninsula and appreciated my property and location. I was confident that he was reliable to look after my best interests.

Mark sold my home in 6 weeks and looked after many small details including arranging appts with sub tradesmen, explaining the listing, property lines and features of the home to other realtors and met with agents when needed.

Mark, I very much appreciate all your work on my behalf and would be pleased to recommend your services to family and friends any time.

It’s all done Mark. Tomorrow I go to get the keys with the lawyer. I just wanted to say, from the bottom of our hearts, Thank You for everything that you did for us to make this happen. Jenn and I were just discussing how we admire how you work around the clock and take care of business so fast. You made this very easy for us and taught us a lot along the way. We appreciate everything and will be recommending to our friends that they deal with you.

Thank you again. You made this whole experience more comfortable and personable.

We sent that email…..walked to the corner store and went for one last bike ride in this neighborhood. Jenn and I made a bet to see if you emailed us back before we returned.

Like clock work you did. Mark…… that is what makes the difference. After dealing with banks and brokers and insurance and all those folks…and running around last minute for them…… you are the most timely and efficient. We feel like we now have a realtor for the future and have made a friend. Cheers Mark McDade! It’s been a great experience.

We live in the U.S. but have been visiting the Bruce Peninsula for over thirty years. We decided to start our search for a vacation property and were lucky enough to meet Mark at an open house. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable about the area, he was a pleasure to work with and we always felt that he had our best interests in mind. He was also very quick to answer any questions we had via email or phone.

This year with Mark’s help we found a waterfront cottage that we love in Tobermory. We can’t recommend him highly enough for anyone looking for property in this area.

My wife and I had recently relocated to the Bruce Peninsula and were in the market to buy our forever home. The first house Mark showed us we fell in love with immediately. It was quirky, charming, full of character, and in quite a strange location. It matched us perfectly. Of course, from all its quirkiness arose issues with purchasing and a roller coaster of emotions to ensue. Mark helped us the entire way, made sure we understood what was happening, kept us in the loop during the agonizing waiting periods, and went above and beyond to make sure this house would become our home, despite what seemed like insurmountable obstacles. We can’t thank him enough because we are sure that without him, we probably wouldn’t have our dream home today.

We retained Mark McDade as our realtor when we purchased our cottage during spring 2014. Mark was very personable and it was a pleasure to work with him. He was always there to answer our many questions (whether by phone, email or text). He knew his local real estate well and helped guide us through the purchase of our dream cottage.

We would highly recommend Mark as a realtor.

We were recently visiting our friends in Tobermory and happened by a Remax listing on Simpson Ave. We felt we had discovered a gem and called Mark in a rush for a viewing the next day as we had to return to Dundas. Somehow he managed to get his family to a planned event and get us inside that beautiful property, we now own. Mark knows the Bruce like the back of his hand and we always felt we were getting first-hand knowledgeable and unbiased information during every step of the process. Mark’s genuine patience and honesty earned our trust and we feel this is so important in a real estate transaction when there is so much at stake.

“We met Mark during our recent search for a cottage in the NBP, and from day one it was clear to us that Mark is strongly client centric. He provides his clients with his full and undivided attention and offers experienced-based insight when faced with the many decisions to be made in real estate transactions. Mark is genuine and honest and we felt no hesitation in placing our complete trust in him throughout the process. We are very pleased to have met Mark and been afforded the opportunity to work with him.”

(Whiskey Harbour Cottage Owners)

We were so fortunate to connect with Mark McDade during fall 2014 and to have the opportunity to work with such a dedicated individual to acquire a new home. Our circumstances were complicated: house-hunting had been thrust upon us and took place from a bedside at the Owen Sound Hospital.

Mark understood this and carefully researched homes that met our accessibility requirements, were located close to medical and support services and yet kept us close to nature.

He did extensive research, knowing we had a very short timeline to acquire a new residence. He personally vetted properties on our behalf and consulted with designers, contractors, occupational therapists and other professionals to get quick answers to our accessibility questions. He was incredibly patient as we tried to define what our emerging needs and challenges were going to be (believe me, we were not very good at it).

Through it all, he was incredibly patient, compassionate and conscientious. He understood the pressure we were under to find a home – very quickly – in a new city. And He succeeded! The house he discovered for us is simply perfect! We love it more and more each day. It is gorgeous inside and out: well-built, light and bright, cozy and warm, spacious and well laid-out. It has high-end finishes and is located in a charming, friendly neighbourhood. The home was built by a renowned local contractor, is located just minutes from several communities and is only 15 minutes to the nearest hospital. The landscaping is out of this world and the sunsets take our breath away. To say we love it – both inside and out – is an understatement.

We were very blessed to meet Mark and count ourselves fortunate to have had such a great realtor. We currently have two other listings with him and we really appreciate how closely he stays in touch regarding the sale of the properties. Mark is innovative, detail-oriented, an excellent communicator and an attentive listener. He gives excellent advice and guidance for both novice and seasoned home-buyers. We give him the highest of recommendations – without hesitation.

I had the pleasure of working with Mark upon selling our acreage property.

Mark was very kind and very professional. He was knowledgeable and honest when it came time to list with him.
Mark went out of his way to help us. He kept us up to date on the process and since we were not from the area he helped close the deal fast and efficient.

I would recommend Mark to friends and family.

Thanks for all your help Mark. It was a pleasure working with you.

Mark,
We have taken possession of our cottage and have already spent a few great weekends there. I just wanted to drop you a note and thank you for your guidance, hard work and attention during the sales process. Your professional, diligent approach was reassuring and calming and you helped make the whole (sometimes stressful) process a pleasure.

Take care and make sure you drop in for a visit when you’re in the neighborhood!

We were very pleased to work with Mark McDade on the recent purchase of our new property.

He was professional, knowledgeable and kept us up to date every step of the way. A great experience all around – we have already recommended him to our friends!

We met Mark McDade at the Home and Cottage show a year ago and when it came time to consider downsizing we called him to evaluate our home. We liked the way he did things and were in contact with him occasionally over the next 5 months. Suddenly, the home we liked was available and we called Mark. He was thorough, organized and patient over the next 2 months, helping us buy our new home and selling our old one. There was a ‘bump in the road’, Mark was unflappable and kept us up to date on what was happening, with some kind of communication most days, until everything was signed and we took possession of our new home. We were glad to have Mark working with us and would certainly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell a house.

We cannot say enough about Mark. He was courteous, professional and always responded in a timely manner to any questions we had. His assistance was invaluable to us. We are now the proud owners of our own cottage in Bruce County and would not hesitate to recommend Mark if you are looking for a real estate agent you can count on.

We bought our home in Tobermory while living in Montreal. Mark McDade was our Realtor. He went over and above the usual requirements of an agent. Mark made this long distance sale easy for us by being available practically 24 -7. Always on the phone with us, helping us step by step through the entire purchasing process. Without Mark, we’re doughtfull this transaction would have been successful.
Many thanks Mark!

We first met Mark Mc Dade when we were viewing listings outside of the Real Estate office.

Mark was extremely knowledgeable about the listings, the local area and offered to set up showings at our convenience. Mark coordinated our request for showing with his own open house on another property the next day.

Mark was very helpful in our search and purchase of our cottage.

We would highly recommend Mark to any potential buyer or seller.

We first spoke with another realtor. She was uninterested, didn’t listen, and wanted us to look at two other properties that were $30K+ over our stated budget.

You were so professional, helpful, intelligent – night and day comparison – and as mentioned before, Gary and I really appreciate your assistance.

My wife and myself hired Mark as our agent after having our lot listed for over a year with another agent. Mark was on the ball and kept in touch with us through the process and did a good job closing the sale. I would highly recommend him.

“Mark helped us with a real estate purchase just before Christmas! His care and personal attention through the process in every detail was outstanding! Thank-you!”