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The BREL Team, based in Toronto, ON, is a premier real estate group dedicated to providing exceptional services to buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants. Known for their unique approach, they pride themselves on being more than just a typical real estate brokerage. Leveraging an obsession with digital marketing, stunning designs, and transformative home staging, BREL ensures that every client receives a personalized experience aimed at achieving their specific goals.
With over 10 years in the industry and more than 1 billion dollars in sales, the BREL Team has earned a stellar reputation, reflected in their 750+ five-star reviews. They empower their clients with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the Greater Toronto Area real estate market, whether you are a first-time homebuyer, looking to upgrade, downsize, or invest.
BREL emphasizes transparency, communication, and results—encouraging clients to expect more from their real estate experience. Supported by a dedicated team of professionals, including in-house staging experts and skilled marketers, they go above and beyond to ensure smooth transactions and successful outcomes.
If you're ready to start your real estate journey, the BREL Team is here to guide you every step of the way, providing customized strategies and unrivaled support tailored to meet your needs.
Our comment from Agencias Inmobiliarias about the BREL team:
The BREL Team is renowned for its exceptional real estate services in Toronto, characterized by professionalism, dedication, and a personal touch. Our clients consistently highlight the remarkable expertise of our agents, such as Halina Bucchino, Allie Rempel, and Jenny Maycock, who have proven their ability to navigate challenging markets with ease.
Why Choose the BREL Team?
- Outstanding communication: Our agents are responsive and ensure clients are informed at every stage of the buying or selling process.
- Patient and understanding: We pride ourselves on our empathetic approach, helping clients feel comfortable and confident, whether they're first-time buyers or seasoned investors.
- Comprehensive services: From staging and marketing to expert negotiation, our team goes above and beyond to maximize results.
- Testimonials of success: Clients have reported quick sales above asking price and fantastic experiences throughout their transactions.
While we strive to provide top-notch service, a few clients have experienced communication glitches with different agents. However, we are committed to continuous improvement and learning from feedback to ensure every client's experience is outstanding. The BREL Team looks forward to helping clients successfully navigate their real estate journeys.
the BREL team: Reviews
Fantastic experience: I am a picky person... think pathologically picky. I worked with Halina Bucchino for about 18 months before we found the perfect place. During that time she was patient, understanding, and never once made me feel like I was being unreasonable. Halina is a consummate professional. When showing a listing she is always on time, has already taken the time to understand the listing and speak to the other agent, as well as get get a feel for the neighbourhood. Halina is the first real estate agent I feel comfortable with representing me and whose opinion I genuinely value. I trust Halina and you will too! I recommend her without reservation to family and friends.
We value Halina's opinion too! We are thrilled that the pathologically picky buyer met his match, and that her professionalism and patience ended in a successful purchase. Congrats and thank you for sharing.
Fantastic experience: Bought with Allie Rempel (purchased in East York). She is so lovely to work with - a great communicator, knowledgeable, efficient and helpful in making tough decisions. I would highly recommend for any real estate needs.
Glad you enjoyed working with Allie—she knows her $#*% and you can still enjoy the process. Congrats on the new place, hopefully you’re getting settled in now :)
Fantastic experience: Great personalized service and care. We sold our Toronto condo from the other end of the country. Matt was there with us for every step, and got us to SOLD!
Woo hoo! That’s how it’s done. Thanks for sharing!
Fantastic experience: We had a fantastic experience working with Allie while securing our rental property in Toronto. From our first viewing to submitting the offer, she represented the listing with a calm, approachable, and genuinely friendly manner that put us at ease right away. Allie always made time for our questions and gave clear, thoughtful answers that helped us feel confident at every step of the rental process. She also moved quickly to get our offer in so we didn’t miss out on a rare opportunity. We’d highly recommend Allie to anyone renting or listing a property.
Glad things went smoothly with Allie and your new place! It’s nice to remember that with the right people on your side, renting a new home doesn’t need to be stressful. Hope you have settled in nicely.
Fantastic experience: My husband and I had a terrific experience selling our condo with the BREL team. We knew it was going to be tough selling a condo in a buyers' market in November, but Jenny Maycock, Kiel Storms, and the entire BREL team surpassed all our expectations. Kiel's incredible staging, Jenny's spot-on pricing and listing strategy, and the marketing team's effective advertising all combined to result in multiple offers and a selling price over asking in less than four weeks – something nearly unheard of at the time. Everyone we worked with was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly good at their job. The results speak for themselves. The BREL team truly earns its commission and we can't recommend it enough.
Congrats! who says a good condo sale isn’t a thing right now! :)
So glad you appreciated the staging and marketing teams' respective genius…and most importantly that it generated results.
Fantastic experience: Jenny Maycock from the BREL team is very knowledgeable, experienced, and professional. She is a proactive communicator and gives excellent advice. With her help and strategizing, my husband and I were able to negotiate a favourable price when purchasing our new home. Her support didn't end once the offer was firm either. She checked in regularly before closing with information about what the next steps were and what things we had to take care of. She also checked in after closing to see how things were going. Overall, Jenny was great to work with and made us feel confident and supported every step of the way, and we would highly recommend her and the BREL team.
Thanks Breanne! So great to hear your experience working with Jenny was so positive. Feeling confident and supported is what we strive for! Congrats on the new place :)
Fantastic experience: We had an excellent experience working with Jenny Maycock to sell our downtown Toronto condo during a very challenging market. Despite several unexpected issues that came up along the way, Jenny provided honest advice and steady guidance that gave us confidence and peace of mind throughout the entire process. She went above and beyond to stage the unit beautifully, making it truly stand out, which ultimately led to a successful sale. Jenny is extremely knowledgeable, easy to work with, patient, understanding, and always willing to help. She took the time to explain every step and was a constant source of reassurance when things felt uncertain. It was truly a pleasure working with her, and we would highly recommend Jenny to anyone looking for a dedicated agent who genuinely cares and delivers results.
Thanks Reena - we are thrilled your experience with Jenny spearheading your sale went so well - and in such a challenging time. Congrats on the successful condo sale!
Jenny is definitely the kind of reassuring voice I’d want part of my own sale experience. :)
Appreciate the review!
Fantastic experience: We worked with Allie from BREL on renting our property. She listened to our preferences, responded quickly and was on top of everything. Thanks to her we found a good tenant in short time.
Congrats on a smooth tenant search--and thanks for the review! Happy to hear Allie was on the ball...as usual :)
We hope to work together again in the future!
Fantastic experience: Our agent Shannon Walker from the BREL team was fantastic! Shannon helped us find a beautiful condo to rent in Mimico. She was very organized and fast to respond. Highly recommend going with the BREL team and Shannon.
So happy you enjoyed working with Shannon! We hope to work together again in the future. Enjoy the new place!
Fantastic experience: I worked with both Varun and Matt while searching for a home, and my experience couldn’t have been better. They were always available when I needed them and consistently went above and beyond. They even help in connecting me with a great lawyer for closing and a reliable company to handle some remediation work. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to purchase or rent a home.
Thanks Kevin--appreciate the kind words, and thank you for trusting the BREL team! We hope to help you again in the future
Fantastic experience: Working with Ashton was a dream! I was looking for a unicorn of an apartment and she made the process so stress-free, helping me assess different options and see the potential in units I hadn't even considered. She is so easy to talk to, super responsive, and so flexible with her schedule. She also really went to bat for me in the negotiation process, and helped me get the perfect apartment. I am so happy with the entire process and everything she continues to do to support my move.
How great to have Ashton negotiating for you—so happy things went so well, congrats on the new place!
Fantastic experience: We had a stressful family sale to deal with and the BREL team handled everything with sensitivity and professionalism. They were always available for questions and their answers were always helpful. Their friendliness from start to finish made the whole process easier. Thank you BREL!
Thanks Vicky—glad things went smoothly with Ashton and Matt guiding the way. You are more than welcome!
Fantastic experience: We feel so lucky to have been connected with Ashton on the BREL team! She is fantastic. She is incredibly reliable, accessible, and genuine. If hearing the phrase "there's no better time to buy than now" makes you feel pressured, anxious, and paralyzed with indecision, then you may also want to work with Ashton. Ashton was always patient, transparent, and never once made us feel pressured. She took us to see rentals and homes for sale and never made us feel like buying was the only option. She was always supportive of any viewing I suggested and even went to scout out places I was curious about but wasn't sure were worth a visit (since we have a toddler). All this to say that we are very grateful we bought our first home with Ashton and we highly recommend working with her!
Thanks for the great story Emily, makes ME want to go shopping with Ashton!
Congrats on the new place :)
Fantastic experience: The BREL team helped us out for a second time by selling our beloved townhouse in just 8 days during a very competitive and tight market this fall! Jenny Maycock and her team took care of everything, including the marketing and pricing strategy, but also the expert staging that made our place stand out as simply perfect. We couldn't recommend them more - thanks to Jenny, Brendan and Mel for all that they have achieved as BREL!
Great to work with you again after all these years - congrats on the latest sale and thanks for the kind words - Jenny is a master of the west - great to hear she killed it as usual.
Fantastic experience: I want to give a huge shout out to Halaina my real estate agent from Brell! Halaina was a rockstar throughout the whole process before during and after the sale. I was really adamant that I wanted somebody who knew the area well and was able to give me very constructive information, and Halaina Exceeded those expectations. Even with recommendations for contractors to help, and after the sale when there were minor technicalities, she was right there in a heartbeat, giving me feedback. I highly recommend her and her BREL team!
Thanks Sandy! Glad to hear Halina exceeded expectations…and that her support continued long after the sale was complete :)
Fantastic experience: We can't say enough good things about our experience working with Ashton Childs! From start to finish — both selling our old home and purchasing our new one — she was an absolute rockstar. What stood out most was her calm, steady presence through a sometimes stressful process. She was always transparent, even when the conversations were tough, and we appreciated her honesty and clear communication every step of the way. It never felt like she was just trying to make a sale — she genuinely cared and advocated for us at every turn. Her knowledge of the market, strategic advice, and attention to detail made all the difference. If you’re looking for a trustworthy, sharp, and supportive agent who truly has your back, look no further. Highly recommend!
Trustworthy, sharp and supportive…sounds like Ashton has a new tagline! Thanks Jordan—and congrats on BOTH deals. So happy you felt you were taken care of by Ashton. She IS a rockstar!
Fantastic experience: As a first time home buyer, the whole process can be so overwhelming but since I was working with the best, Shannon Walker, everything was seamless and organized. She understood what I was looking for and guided me through and through! I just closed on my new condo in Toronto downtown and I am so grateful to BREL Team for making this whole process manageable for me. Thank you all - pleasure working with you.
Thanks Gaganpreet and congrats on the new place! So happy you had Shannon and BREL in your corner and that things worked out so smoothly. We hope to work together again in the future!
Fantastic experience: Brendan is like a great batter in major league baseball - he makes it look quiet and effortless but hits home runs. We can't recommend Brendan, and the BREL Team, highly enough. Ten years ago, Brendan helped us sell our condo and buy a house. More recently, he helped us sell our house in a challenging market, as we prepared to move to a new city. We were very happy with the sale. His timing of the listing, strategy with our the listing price, awareness of every comparable home on the market, relationship with other agents...everything helped get us what we were hoping for, and it all felt easy and expertly handled. The BREL team offers turnkey services - Kiel's staging is second to none and made our house look so good that we questioned whether we wanted to sell, the network that helped us with some repairs and painting, the office staff...everyone is good at their jobs and a pleasure to work with. Add to that Brendan's honesty in the way he handles everything - if you are reading this because you're wondering whether to engage BREL on your home sale or purchase, let me tell you, you won't find a better agent or team. Thanks Brendan!
So nice to work with you guys again, and congrats on the successful sale and move! Appreciate the shout out to amazing BREL staff—the whole team touches every listing and everyone deserves credit. Our biggest problem is that our staging team can make your home so awesome that you don’t want to leave!
Thanks for sharing your experience :) it was a pleasure working together again. Good luck in your new spot!
Fantastic experience: Worked with Lisa and she was amazing! As first time homebuyers she made sure to help us every step of the way. Very professional and worked with us to get the best deal!
Thanks Parker - great to hear Lisa was working for a deal ;) Congrats on the new house!
Fantastic experience: Working with the BREL team has been an outstanding experience from start to finish. They supported us through every step of the process, from renovation, staging, and ultimately selling our home, with exceptional care and attention to detail.Their professionalism and dedication made what could have been a stressful process feel seamless. Ash has been an absolute pleasure to work with. From day one, she brought professionalism, warmth, and expertise to the entire process. She was very responsive and always made us feel supported and informed. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and dedicated real estate agent
Thanks Karla! Glad you felt well supported by Ashton and the support team during your sale - congrats!
Fantastic experience: We worked with Ashton to rent a house for our family. We connected in May and we signed a contract in August, almost as our wished timeline. She has been the perfect fit for our needs: always reliable, available, responsive, patient, emphatic and accommodating to our needs. We visited many places and she has been able to match out limited availability like we were the only clients. Smiley and sunny personality, ready to go above and beyond what was needed, I would recommend Ashton to anyone that is looking for a no non-sense realtor that knows how to deal with people. Thank you. Marco
Thanks Marco! Glad things worked out so well with Ashton. Congrats on the new place :)
Fantastic experience: Shannon was amazing! From working with a tight timeline to explaining everything so clearly to getting my apartment rented out within a few days of listing, Shannon handled everything with such professionalism. Highly recommend!
Thanks Neha—Ashton is a machine. Happy to hear she got things done so efficiently for your investment condo.
Fantastic experience: Shannon was a pleasure to deal with, she offered clear direction on setting up our property. Shannon was able to secure a renter 5 days after posting our property. Will definitely use her again for all my rentals.
Well THAT was easy! Glad to hear Shannon got the job done so quickly! We look forward to helping you again in the future.
Fantastic experience: Lisa was amazing to work with. A colleague recommended her and I’m so glad they did. I started out planning to buy, then switched to renting, and she rolled with the change without missing a beat. Super responsive, super helpful, and just really easy to work with. We lined up a bunch of viewings in one day and I ended up getting the first place I wanted. I’ll definitely be reaching out to her again when I’m ready to buy. Highly recommend!
Great to hear things went so smoothly--we look forward to helping you when you are ready to buy!
Fantastic experience: There is no review box long enough for this! Ashton is immensely helpful, generous with her time and knowledge, and so patient with my (many) nervous first time buyer questions. I felt immediately at ease with her, and knew she had my back every step of the way. She is so passionate about her work, connected in the market, and knows exactly what questions to ask, including the ones you'd never have thought of yourself. She really went above and beyond in a complex situation, dug in deep, and somehow still always had the time and good humour to ease my nerves with a well timed joke or pet photo. If anyone even whispers about looking for a new home around me, I'm ready to recommend her without taking a beat. So excited to have a new home, a little bummed I no longer have an excuse to chat with Ashton all the time!
What a nice story! Congrats on the new place...we will try to send Ashton over for periodic chats and pet photos.
Fantastic experience: I had the pleasure of working with Jenny Maycock on the close of my condo in June 2025. She talked me through the process, ensured I felt confident in her and the BREL team and most importantly I felt supported during each step. The staging team made my place look absolutely stunning. So much so, I wanted to live there when I saw their work. It must have looked great to others because my condo sold one week after the listing went live! Jenny is organized, kind and thoughtful. I would highly recommend working with her and her extended team at BREL.
Fantastic - great to hear Jenny and the staging team hit it out of the park! They must have...selling a condo in a week these days is quite the achievement ;)
Secretly that is our staging test: does the homeowner like the hope post-staging enough that it makes THEM want to buy it again! Congrats and thanks for sharing.
Fantastic experience: When I had to make a difficult and short-notice move to Toronto from out-of-province, Matt Shapiro was referred to me, and I couldn’t be happier with the quality of service he provided. Matt was patient, accessible, and diligent. I am thrilled with my new home, and Matt helped make it happen. I’ll be sure to give him a call again for my next move!
Thanks Justin! Congrats on the new place--happy to hear Matt was a rockstar too :) We hope to be able to help again next time!
Fantastic experience: Matt Shapiro is our go-to realtor in Toronto - and for good reason. His web domain "getwhatyouwant" couldn't be more accurate. This was my second time working with Matt on a real estate purchase, and he's just as wonderful now as he was the first time. Most recently, he helped my dad buy a condo - something that felt nearly impossible given my dad's very tight budget and his heart set on a particular building. Many people (myself included) didn't think it could be done. But Matt made it happen. With his calm guidance, unwavering patience, and exceptional negotiation skills, my dad is now the proud owner of a 2-bedroom condo - in the building he really wanted, without going over budget. There were a number of challenges that came along the way, but Matt was a steady, reassuring presence through it all. He truly went above and beyond to get the deal done and to make sure we felt supported every step of the way. Matt - thank you for being in our corner. Because of you, my parents will now have a place to call home in Toronto when my dad retires - something that brings us all comfort and joy. If you're looking for someone who truly listens, deeply cares, shows up with both heart and expertise, and will fight for your best interests - Matt's your guy.
What a great story! Thank you so much for sharing, congrats on your dad's important purchase, and we will give a big high-five to Matt “above and beyond” Shapiro!
Fantastic experience: We worked with Ashton to both buy a home and then subsequently look for a rental while we work on a home renovation. Ashton's patience, follow-through, empathy and humor made working with her a pleasure. We would not hesitate to work with Ashton and the BREL team again!
Thanks Ben! Good luck with the reno and congrats on the new place. So happy you enjoyed working with Ashton, and thank you for trusting her—and BREL—with your search and transaction.
Fantastic experience: My sister and I recently sold our home and had a phenomenal experience working with Lisa Bednarski! Lisa was incredibly responsive and organized, and consistently went above and beyond to ensure that not only us as sellers, but also our buyers were happy throughout the entire process from listing to close. You can count on Lisa to bring a ton of energy and determination to the table when it comes to the sale of your home, which really helped us as new sellers navigate a specifically challenging 2025 market. Thanks to Lisa’s efforts, we were able to sell our home close to the price we were aiming for — something that felt far from possible in today’s conditions. We are truly so grateful for all the hard work Lisa put in and it allowed my sister and I to rest easy to know Lisa was on all the little and big details throughout our process and was determined to ensure we walked away happy. We would highly recommend her to anyone we know!
That's what we are aiming for--"walking away happy!" So happy to hear Lisa accomplished that while you were able to rest easy. We try to take as much stress and worry off your shoulders! Congrats on the successful sale, and many thanks for trusting Lisa and BREL to help sell your home.
Fantastic experience: Shannon was fantastic! She was able to quickly find me a tenant in just a few short weeks. Outside of the usual work, she also took the initiative to help me find and coordinate the repairs, repaint, and cleaning of my apartment, all at very good rates. She tapped into her network of contractors and established services. It was all executed very timely, all in time for my new tenant to start. She also helped me to evaluate different offers, and provide relevant market and personal insights. There was no vacancy period between when my previous tenant left and when my new tenant started thanks to her. She also got me a really good market rate for the lease. I highly, highly recommend Shannon at the BREL team!
Wow, sounds like about the perfect investor unit turnaround! Congrats and thank you for taking the time to share your experience working with Shannon.
Fantastic experience: My husband and I had bought our 2-bedroom condo with Halina Bucchino, and BREL, back in 2017. So, after we had our baby and decided to upsize to a townhouse, in July 2020, we had no doubt that we needed Halina to be our realtor. Halina has been the top realtor at BREL for 2018 and 2019, and it showed in her work ethic. She was always prompt and precise in her communication, and incredibly quick at getting things done, which is crucial for Toronto's fast paced real estate market. When it was time to sell our condo, Halina and her team at BREL worked like a well conducted symphony, and treated us like royalty. Staging by Kiel Storms was gorgeous and we got a ton of showings. Our home sold in 5 days and significantly above asking, thanks to Halina's negotiation skills and BREL's glitzy and professional marketing blitz. That was no small feat, as when we listed in Aug 2020, the market had been flooded with condos and units in our building weren't selling. I highly recommend Halina Bucchino and the BREL team for the biggest transaction of your life. You are welcome.
Fantastic experience: I recently worked with Matt Shapiro to purchase my first home. I first heard about the BREL team from a friend who purchased a property with them. When I began the search of looking for my first home, I looked through Brel’s agent profiles and narrowed it down to two agents who I thought would be a match for us. I sent both agents an email introducing myself and explaining that I was looking to purchase my first home. One of the agents replied back to me simply saying 'how did you get my name?' No hello, no introduction, no sign off, nothing. This made me feel very unimportant and that, being a first home buyer who was not looking to purchase a multi-million dollar home, I was not good enough to work with her. After this experience, I was just about to wright off working with Brel and start looking into other companies when I got a reply from Matt Shapiro. His reply was quick and polite and he wanted to have a quick chat to get to know me right away. During our call, he answered all of my questions and we booked our first viewing the next morning (even though it just happened to be Easter long weekend) I am very glad that I gave Brel a second chance after my not so great first experience with the company because working with Matt Shapiro more than made up for any negative first impression. He was fantastic to work with, easy to reach, knowledgeable, and patient. Because of my line of work, I often work strange hours. Matt was always available to me whether it was late at night or early in the morning. He even left a family function to sit in his car on his laptop at 11:30pm to talk with me. Matt was the perfect choice for me when buying my first home. He held my hand through every step of the process and made what should have been a stressful time easy. Even after closing on my home a month ago and being all moved in, I just received a text from Matt the other day just to check in and to make sure that everything was going well. I wouldn’t hesitate to work with Matt again for any future home sales or purchases and now consider him to be my real estate agent. I have also already recommended him to family and friends.
Thanks so much for your thoughtful and detailed review—and for giving us a second chance.
First, I want to sincerely apologize for the way your initial outreach was handled. The response you received isn’t reflective of the standard we hold ourselves to at BREL. While we do receive a high number of vague or scammy inquiries, that’s not an excuse for an abrupt and impersonal reply. We’ve had internal conversations to make sure it doesn’t happen again and truly appreciate you bringing it to our attention.
We’re incredibly grateful that you stuck with us and connected with Matt. He’s everything we aim to be: responsive, knowledgeable, patient, and deeply committed to supporting our clients—especially first-time buyers navigating a big milestone. I’m so glad to hear that Matt made the process not only manageable, but genuinely enjoyable for you. And yes—leaving a family function at 11:30 PM to help a client? That’s classic Matt.
Thank you again for trusting us, and for spreading the word to your friends and family. It means a lot!
Fantastic experience: Sold. BREL & Lisa Bednarski highly recommended if you're looking for sage advice in this Buyer's market. From on point staging, strategic marketing messaging, to a turnkey sales plan, an offer in 10 days and a close in 6 weeks! Lisa listened, led our process and left a lasting impression. Thank you.
Woo hoo! That’s how it’s done.
Congrats on the speedy sale Mark and thank you for taking the time to share.
Fantastic experience: UPDATE: I just worked with Ashton to help me rent out my condo as I'm moving internationally. She could not have been more helpful! She made the whole process super easy and kindly answered my million questions. She was a joy to work with - I continue to highly recommend the BREL team. ORIGINAL REVIEW: Jenny helped me buy my first condo in Toronto in under three days, guiding me through some challenging decisions and an experience that was completely new to me. She was very responsive, highly organized, and went above and beyond to ensure all my questions were answered, no matter how small. Her thorough analysis of comparable sales made me feel confident in the bid I put in. The BREL team has broken the intimidating process of buying a home into manageable steps. The resources and information shared along the way were invaluable to a first-timer like me. I’d highly recommend Jenny and the BREL team.
Thanks again Kate! Good luck with the move!
Thanks for the review! Glad Jenny was able to help you find the right condo...
Fantastic experience: Lisa is my superhero!! We've been fortunate to have Lisa help us on the buy and sell side. On the sell side, Lisa (and the amazing BREL team) exceeded my expectations with how beautifully they staged our property. They also took great care in crafting our sale listing, which I know helped draw lots of attention to it. With their help we had a smooth and successful sale. On the buy side, Lisa expertly points out the good and bad. Even though we're still looking, I know Lisa's already got a sense of what my family is looking for, and that it won’t be long before she's helped us find our forever home. Thank you Lisa for all you've done for my family.
Thanks Stephanie! We all need a (real estate) superhero.
Good luck with the search!
Fantastic experience: We can’t thank Ashton enough for her help in finding our home in Toronto. We are not a straightforward case as we are relocating from Boston to Toronto. She went to MANY viewings on our behalf, sending us detailed videos, and giving us her point of view. She is professional, prompt, patient and friendly. It helps that she has all the right people at her fingertips — home inspectors, locksmiths, etc — as well. When it came to negotiations, she helped us get the house for the right price. Buying a home from a distance is stressful, but she made it happen for us, and we are incredibly grateful.
Wow that is an extra meaningful review—we know exactly how stressful buying remotely can be! So happy Ashton was the girl for the job. Hope the rest of your relocation is just as smooth.
Fantastic experience: Ashton and the team at BREL helped me find a tenant for my Toronto condo last year, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. Ashton was fantastic to work with—she was patient, knowledgeable, and made the whole process much less stressful, especially as a first-time landlord. In the end, we found a great tenant. I would definitely recommend Ashton and the BREL team to anyone looking for a top-tier real estate agent in Toronto!
Thanks Calin! Super happy the Ashton was able to help with York investment property :) Thanks for trusting us!
Fantastic experience: Shannon was fantastic to work with. She was diligent, easy to work with, and helped us find a property quickly. I would highly recommend BREL!
Congrats on your quick success—glad to hear Shannon made it happen for you without stress. Thanks for sharing :)
Fantastic experience: BREL Team’s Shannon Walker was patient and supportive during the daunting process of buying my first home. I valued both her expert advice and her rigorous research into the properties I was interested in. She is passionate about helping people get the best possible deal when buying a home.
Thanks for the great feedback Woolf - we are thrilled you appreciated Shannon's expertise...and congrats on buying your first place!
Fantastic experience: Ashton Childs is an outstanding realtor. Incredibly knowledgeable, understanding and easy going. Her advice throughout the process was invaluable. Ashton really listened to us and was never discouraging despite our big asks in a difficult market. She helped us get a place in a location we never dreamed we could afford. Ashton, thanks for your patience and support. We're so happy and so grateful for her help.
Congrats on scoring the new place and thank you for sharing your experience with Ashton!
Fantastic experience: Ashton was amazing! She is incredibly knowledgeable about everything related to buying a house, and she is a such a friendly and kind person. We took a long time to buy a house and she was super patient and accommodating. I highly recommend her, and I will be telling all my friends to use her as their agent.
Thanks Tracy! Nice to hear that Ashton is both knowledgeable AND patient.
Congrats on the new place!
Fantastic experience: My brother and I had the pleasure of working with Matt to sell our property. From the beginning he was very helpful, knowledgeable and prompt. We sold our property at a time when the condo market was on a rapid decline and offers were scarce. Matt and his team staged the property very well to accommodate a wide range of potential buyers, and managed to close the property prior to the summer rush. If another opportunity presents, we will definitely be seeking Matt and the Breal Team for their assistance!!
…and we would be happy to help again any time!
Congrats on your successful sale - and thank you for the kind words about Matt and the stagers :) Happy to hear you got what you wanted! (See what I did there?)
Fantastic experience: We recently moved into a new home and were so happy to work with Shannon and the BREL team as our real estate reps. We have worked with Shannon before and she is truly exceptional—extremely knowledgeable about the process, a great advisor and truly the perfect combination of supportive and realistic. We like our new place so much, we’d rather not move again, but if we do we’ll certainly work with Shannon again!
Congrats on the new place! So happy to hear that you found Shannon's support as an advisor valuable--we would be happy to help again in the future should you need it!
Fantastic experience: I got connected with Ashton through a mutual contact in Toronto while I was planning a move to the GTA. I was flying in the following week to find a rental, and Ashton didn’t hesitate—she took my call, rearranged her schedule, and met me the day I landed. She came prepared with a great list of properties and took the time to walk me through everything from neighborhood vibes to commute times—exactly what I needed as someone new to the area. Ashton was incredibly responsive, kind, patient, and genuinely helpful throughout the entire process. Buying or leasing a place can be stressful, but Ashton has a rare ability to make it feel manageable—and even fun. I can’t recommend her highly enough. Thanks for everything, Ashton! Looking forward to working with you again.
Awesome! That sounds like the perfect intro to Toronto —real estate and otherwise. Thanks for the shout out to Ashton; hopefully she can help you again in the future!
Fantastic experience: I had a fantastic experience working with Shannon Walker to find my apartment. From the start, she truly understood my needs and provided transparent, honest advice that made the process so much easier. Her insights and tips were incredibly helpful, ensuring I felt confident in my decision. She was professional, knowledgeable, and always had my best interests in mind. Even after the lease was signed, Shannon went above and beyond by checking in to make sure I received my keys and that everything ran smoothly. She ensured I had all the necessary contacts for building management and everything I needed to start my move without any issues. Her dedication and follow-through made a huge difference, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a seamless leasing experience!
Thanks Rachal! You used all the words we love to hear—transparent, honest, professional, knowledgeable…—so glad you felt Shannon was all that! Congrats on the new place, we hope to be able to help again in the future.
Fantastic experience: Some time ago I finally decided that being a widower and the only member of my family still living at home that it was perhaps time to consider selling the big house my family and I had happily lived in for over 40 years... I realized that it was not going to be an easy task given not only due to the age of the house, but also the fact that although the house was a very good size in an very appealing location, that it would also need work to be done... So that meant that I needed an experienced and creative real estate agent who could put together a sales strategy that would appeal to the right individual - one who could see the house both for what it has already and what it might become given the right new owner. So our search began and we soon chose Lisa Bednarski from BSPOKE REALTY INC. who has had a lengthy and very successful career in the business and came well recommended. Given the current market and external factors we knew it might take time to find the right buyer, so Lisa first scheduled and attended several open houses with many of her colleagues and their clients. She then documented their feedback and recomendations and then scheduled individual followups for the most interested clients at various days and times which of course was quite exhausting for her but eventually resulted in a couple of firm offers to buy, one of which we accepted. In summary, Lisa is an excellent, well connected, and hard working real estate professional.. One who is very creative and skilled at identifying, documenting and completing what needs to be done to proceed with a sale after discussion with both parties involved. We were very happy with job she did for us. Well done and thanks Lisa !!! Ian Wrong and family
Thank you for the feedback Ian, we are of course thrilled that your sale went well despite any challenges! Thank you for trusting your family home sale to Lisa and BREL, and congrats on the successful outcome. If you’re happy, we’re happy!
Fantastic experience: After a very successful sale of our current home with Lisa Bednarski, we recently completed the purchase of our new home, and simply could not have finished that journey without Lisa. The current real estate market is uncertain and a bit of a rollercoaster, so having a true expert like Lisa on our side was a game changer. We missed a house we really liked while our sale was in progress and then lost out on a great house when three more offers came in just before deadline…but we ultimately got the house that is the best one for us, and due to Lisa’s due diligence and excellent negotiation skills, at a price that works for us. We firmly believe we would not have won this house if not for Lisa. She kept us focused and calm, helped manage our expectations and emotions on this wild ride, while also providing the expertise needed every step of the way. She was available at all hours on the critical days and always flexible in booking time to look at properties. It was clear her strong communication and relationship skills also helped us on both the sell and buy transactions. Lisa is the very best real estate agent out there and we highly, highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy and/or sell their home - you could not be in better hands!!!
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback Eugene—and congrats on your successful transactions!
Buying and selling is emotional at the best of times, and like Lisa a good agent should be there to support you with calm strategy and the benefit of experience. We are thrilled that was what you felt you got! Thank you again for trusting BREL and Lisa with your home sale and buy.
Fantastic experience: I can’t say enough good things about Varun! Entering in the landlord world seemed like a daunting task at first, but Varun made the entire process so easy and stress-free. From the very beginning, he took the time to understand and explain processes and handled everything with such professionalism and care. What really stood out to me was how communicative and proactive he was—always keeping me updated, answering my many questions, and reassured every concern I had in order to feel confident in every decision. Thanks to his hard work, we found a tenant quickly, If you need someone who truly knows their stuff and genuinely cares, Varun is the person to call. I’m beyond grateful and will absolutely be reaching out again in the future!
Thank you Francine for the kind words about Varun - we are thrilled your experience was so smooth and that you felt communicated with well - sadly it’s one of the biggest problems in our industry. :( we look forward to working with you again in the future!
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend BREL. We worked with Ashton and were very pleased with her professionalism, personality and the fact that she was always available and responsive to our needs and questions. Only positive things to say about her and her team.
Thanks Simon! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed working with Ashton and the rest of the BREL team. Congrats on a successful outcome.
Fantastic experience: We were looking to move to a new apartment, and Ashton was amazing to work with. She was always on top of everything, punctual, professional, and super proactive. It made the whole process so much easier for us. Finding a place in downtown Toronto isn’t exactly easy, but she made it feel much more manageable. More than that, she represented us perfectly to the landlord, and I honestly don’t think we would have gotten the place without her. On top of being an awesome realtor, she’s just an awesome person. Easy to talk to and supportive the whole way through. If you’re looking for someone who’s really got your back, I can’t recommend Ashton enough.
Thanks Danny—Ashton is a shark AND easy to talk to. :) You were lucky to have her working for you…just as we are lucky to have her with us at BREL.
Glad you felt you were so well represented. Congrats on the new place and thank you for sharing your experience.
Fantastic experience: We recently worked with Lisa Bednarski to sell our home. Lisa is, by far, the best real estate professional we have ever worked with - exceptional in every way. Her market knowledge, relationship building and negotiation skills, her expertise in real estate, her ability to connect and really understand her clients are unmatched. She put her heart and soul into selling our home and really listening to what was important to us, while also helping us have clarity on the market. Kiel, who leads the staging team, is a magician - his excellent taste, design expertise and ability to picture what our home needed to shine was incredible! And the marketing for our home was brilliant - the TikTok video made us want to buy our home all over again! Now Lisa is helping us buy our next dream home, and we couldn’t be in better hands! Thank you Lisa and the BREL team!
Thank you so much Miriam, what a wonderful review to read. We too think Lisa is a rock star! The staging and marketing teams are indeed magical—we love that you fully appreciated both! Good luck in your search for the next place :)
Fantastic experience: Ashton Childs was an amazing realtor. She wasn’t afraid to ‘get her hands dirty’ when it came to helping us sell our house. And when you have a list a mile long of fixes, furniture to move and runs to the dump - it’s amazing to have someone who will help you manage all those details. Also my wife tells me Aston was great at managing my ‘anxiety’. Which I don’t have. My wife gets a 1 star review. Ashton 5 stars!
you win the best review contest. Apologies to your wife.
Anxiety? What anxiety?!
Fantastic experience: It has been great working with Ashton for managing my rental property, and I couldn't be more impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail. From the moment I signed on, she made the entire process smooth and stress-free. She has a deep understanding of the market and always provides helpful insights, which has been invaluable to me as a property owner. I highly recommend her services if you're looking for a trustworthy and efficient property manager!
Thanks for sharing Holly—glad you have appreciated Ashton's professionalism and attention to detail! She is a star.
Fantastic experience: I had the absolute pleasure of working with Ashton Childs to find my current home, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. From the very beginning, her approach demonstrated a high level of care and consideration that set her apart from other agents I have encountered. Her deep understanding of what I was looking for was evident in every property she selected for me to view. She listened attentively to my preferences and needs, and was able to identify homes that matched my criteria perfectly. Her attention to detail and genuine interest in helping me find the right home made the entire process seamless and enjoyable. Ashton was always available to answer my questions and provide guidance, making sure I felt supported and informed at every stage. Her professionalism, patience, and friendly demeanor turned what can often be a stressful experience into one that was smooth and exciting. I was consistently impressed by her expertise and knowledge of the local market, which proved invaluable in making informed decisions and was invaluable in the negotiation process. Overall, Ashton exceeded my expectations in every way. If you are looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and personable real estate agent who truly cares about her clients, look no further than Ashton Childs. Her exceptional service has made a lasting impression on me, and I am grateful to have had the opportunity to work with her. Thank you, Ashton, for your amazing service and unwavering commitment to helping me find my perfect home. I will certainly be recommending you to friends and family in the future.
Exceeding your expectations is all we could hope to hear! It’s wonderful to hear that Ashton made such a strong positive impression. Congrats on the new place, and we hope to be able to work together again in the future. ❤️
Fantastic experience: Ashton went above and beyond in helping us buy our next house, as well as the selling of our current house. Attentive, patient and informative, Ashton made the whole process smooth and easy for us. We sold our house in 3 days and above asking! I highly recommend Ashton & BREL team for your next home sale or purchase!
Thanks Janice—and congrats on the buy and sell! Appreciate the shout out to Ashton and thank you for trusting her and BREL with both your transactions :)
Fantastic experience: My wife and I had the pleasure of working with Matt Shapiro from BREL Realty while we were looking for our first home, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very beginning, Matt was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and always had our best interests at heart. As first-time homebuyers, we had a lot of questions, and Matt took the time to guide us through every step of the process with clear explanations and expert advice. He was always available to answer our questions when we had them, almost any time of day. His insights, responsiveness, and keen negotiation skills helped us find the perfect home within our budget. He truly went above and beyond, making what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth. If you’re looking for a realtor who is professional, dedicated, and genuinely cares about his clients, we highly recommend Matt and the BREL Realty team.
Thank you Evan! So nice to hear your experience with Matt was smooth…not often a word used for a real estate transaction! First purchases can be daunting, but Matt’s the guy you want on your side. Good luck with the move!
Fantastic experience: We can’t recommend Halina and the BREL team enough! Selling a home from across the country should have been stressful, but Halina made it amazingly easy. She handled everything—from staging advice and prepping the house to launching a marketing campaign that set records.... and a million other things! She knew exactly what mattered (and what didn’t), making sure our home was positioned perfectly to get the best result. But what really set Halina apart was how knowledgeable and hardworking she was. We trusted her 100%. She’s sharp, honest, and was always a step ahead, making every decision feel simple. If you’re selling your home, just call Halina. She’s honestly the best there is.
Congrats on your successful sale Neal—and thank you for the glowing feedback. Halina is as you know incredible at what she does, and the proof is in the pudding - selling remotely is as nerve-wracking as it gets, and you need absolute trust in your people. We are grateful you felt comfortable placing that trust in Halina and BREL.
Fantastic experience: It was a great experience working with Shannon Walker of the BREL team. She was very professional, reliable, and attentive. She was instrumental in getting my property leased within a short period of time and made the whole process seamless. I would definitely recommend her services! Tru
Thanks for the review Tru—glad the process of getting a new tenant was seamless thanks to Shannon!
Fantastic experience: Five star service as always from the BREL Shannon was a first class realtor, responded promptly and effectively to enquiries about our property keeping us up to date on all viewings. She guided us through the offer and acceptance process proficiently and was very thorough with attention to detail. Shannon was delightful to deal with and as well as being very knowledgeable was so friendly and helpful.
Thanks Heather! We value your continued trust in BREL!
Fantastic experience: Had another wonderful experience working with Varun Arora as a returning client to purchase a condo. The whole process from initial call to closing date and after-purchase support was done perfectly! Varun is the real expert, extremely knowledgable, experienced, detailed and easy to work with when it comes to complex negotiations and tight deadlines. He managed to settle way below asking and close the deal within a very tight and rushed timeline due to my personal circumstances without compromising on quality of his work, attention to detail and immediate support answering numerous questions throughout the whole deal. Thank you so much Varun and BREL team!
Wow, that sounds about as good as it gets--fast, but still high quality, at a good price. So happy you felt supported and appreciated Varun's attention to detail and knowledge. Congrats on the purchase!
Fantastic experience: We have had the pleasure of working with Allie Rempel several times now. She goes above and beyond. She makes sure we’re well informed, her communication is top notch, she’s honest but professional, and is an all around pleasure to work with. We’ve purchased two homes and a commercial building with her by our sides and she’ll be helping us sell our home in the coming months. I feel completely confident that she will bring her A-game for that as well!!
Thanks for your continued trust in Allie and BREL - we strive to be all the things you mention--clearly Allie is killing it!
Best of luck with your upcoming sale.
Fantastic experience: Working with Ashton and the BREL team has been such an incredible experience as a first-time home buyer. I came into the process with zero knowledge and a lot of anxiety and skepticism. Ashton possesses a combination of good humour, trustable expertise, and generosity of spirit that made it not only possible for me to buy a home, but genuinely enjoyable. I would not hesitate to work with her again. I highly recommend working with Ashton, especially if you're trying to figure out how navigate this strange home buying thing for the first time.
Thanks Alia! Super nice to hear you felt so supported in your first purchase...what a huge deal. Congrats! We hope you have settled into your new home.
Fantastic experience: I had a really great experience recently selling my condo in a tough market with Halina. She was extremely communicative and kept me informed throughout the process, routinely contacting me to provide feedback on every showing. Thanks to her and the amazing staging team, my place sold in a few weeks! Thanks Halina and the Brel team!
Thanks a million Sho! Halina and the staging team are machines.
Fantastic experience: Matt Shapiro and the team at BREL did a fantastic job helping us quickly sell our home! Matt’s knowledge and expertise of the process was invaluable as he guided us through and provided us with the best resources to get the house ready for sale. The staging team was absolutely top notch, as well. I couldn’t believe it was the same house when I saw it for the first time. Completely satisfied - 10/10! Update: 2 years later the BREL team strikes again! Matt jumped into action to help my wife and I secure a wonderful property for our family home. Can’t say enough about Matt’s expertise and commitment to a fantastic client experience. Still a 10/10!
Thanks Mark, appreciate the shout out to the staging team too!
Fantastic experience: We recently worked with Shannon from the BREL Team on the rental of our condo. She was very professional, courteous and responsive. Shannon and the BREL Team handled the entire process including arranging photographs, researching rental prices, listing of the unit and signing of the lease. As the unit was currently tenanted, she worked with the tenant to ensure the place was presentable for showings with minimal disruption to their routine. We especially appreciated the regular updates on rentals in the area and the feedback from the showings. This was very helpful during the slow and competitive rental market. Before making a final decision on the tenants, Shannon completed the final reference checks and arranged a video conference call to ensure we were comfortable with the tenant. During the signing of the lease, she made sure all required documents both from the tenant and the landlord were exchanged. This was especially important with the constantly changing Landlord and Tenant laws. If you are looking for a professional and knowledgeable agent, I highly recommend Shannon and the BREL Team.
Thank you! we are so happy you appreciated the benefit of a professional, knowledgeable agent like Shannon to help with your investment property. It can definitely be tricky when dealing with tenanted spaces...but it sounds like things went as smoothly as possible!
We hope to be able to help you with your real estate needs again in the future.
Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Shannon and the BREL Team to take care of your real estate needs. It was my first time using an agent to lease a property and Shannon was able to make the entire process enjoyable and seamless. She was both genuine and professional while helping me navigate uncharted waters. She provided knowledge, recommendations/guidance and most importantly support to the many, many, many, questions I had. THANK YOU Shannon for being genuine and helping me lease my property. I will definitely be back for my next venture.
Thanks Shane! We are happy you were able to experience the process with the help of a pro like Shannon! We hope to be able to assist in the future too :)
Fantastic experience: Moved from Newfoundland to Toronto in the spring and my realtor, Ashton Childs was an excellent help in making this huge move a lot less stressful. She was able to provide virtual showings, very helpful in negotiations, and when I finally had an accepted offer on a rental apartment, she went back and measured the size of each room so I could be sure the furniture I was trekking cross-country would fit! Would recommend to anyone on the area!
Thanks for sharing your experience - we hope you have settled into your new place! Hopefully we can work together again in the future.
Positive experience: I had a good experience with BREL. I was short on time and new to Toronto but still wanted to find the best place for me and they helped me do that. Finding a place when you're new to the city and with no particular attach here can be daunting but I ended up finding a great apartment with their help. Kevin, the agent who worked with me was particularly helpful and understanding of my requirements and overall situation. I would definitely work with him and BREL again in the future. Edit: My second experience with BREL wasn't as good so I guess it depends on the BREL agent you work with. It ended up being a blessing in disguise because I found a much better place on my own but working with Ashton felt like a huge waste of time. She seemed unmotivated to help and didn't answer when I emailed her. Knowing that I was on a time crunch it's just disrespectful to ghost a client especially when I was always nice and never urged her to do anything. I was always conscious of the fact that she might have been working on others things and always gave her the time to reach back. Every agent has an option to choose what they work on. If she didn't want to help she could have turned down helping me search for an apartment at the start.
Thanks Mossia! Congrats on your new place and welcome to Toronto!
Re: your most recent experience--I will reach out privately to get more info on how your experience could have been improved.
Fantastic experience: My wife and I purchased our first investment property with the help of Ashton who acted as our buyer's agent. As non-resident buyers, Ashton proved invaluable during this unconventional process. From day one, she demonstrated incredible knowledge of the current market and really listened to our wants and needs. Ashton was always available to answer our questions and provide detailed insights which made every step—from viewing properties to negotiating offers—smooth and stress-free. Thanks to her dedication and expertise, we were able to secure a great investment at a great price. We highly recommend Ashton to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.
Thanks for the review Desmond--so happy working with Ashton to buy your first investment property was so positive! Smooth and stress-free are not always words you hear when it comes to the Toronto real estate market :)
Congrats again!
Fantastic experience: Moving is always stressful, and I had a long list of specific criteria with tight timelines that made finding the right place even more challenging. Ashton was absolutely amazing throughout the entire process. She kept me focused and on track, helping me find a fantastic condo that fit everything I was looking for. She took the time to explore both renting and purchasing options with me, without ever making me feel pressured. Her calm guidance and expertise made a stressful time much easier to navigate, and I’m incredibly grateful for her support. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a new home!
Thanks for sharing your experience working with Ashton - glad it worked out so well and congrats on the new place!
Fantastic experience: My husband and I highly recommend Shannon as a realtor. From start to finish, working with her has been an exceptional experience. Shannon’s engaging personality and great attitude made the entire process smooth and enjoyable. Her honesty and genuine interest in finding the right tenants for our rental properties were evident from the beginning. Shannon’s attention to detail and dedication to following up with leads were instrumental in achieving our goals. She truly listens to our needs and ensures that every aspect of the rental process is handled with care and precision. Thanks to her efforts, we successfully rented out two of our properties in less than a week and secured leases above our asking price. Shannon’s expertise and commitment to her clients are unparalleled. If you’re looking for a realtor who will go above and beyond, Shannon is the person to call.
Happy to hear things worked out so well for you working with Shannon! Thank you for sharing and congrats on securing new tenants—we hope to work with you again in the future.
Fantastic experience: If you're looking for a realtor who truly cares about her clients, look no further than Shannon Walker from the BREL team. Shannon recently sold my Toronto home for an incredible price in a very challenging market, and I couldn't be more impressed with her dedication and professionalism. From the moment I began working with Shannon, it was clear that she genuinely cared about my needs and goals. She took the time to understand my situation and crafted a personalized strategy to sell my home. Her attention to detail was remarkable; every aspect of the selling process was meticulously planned and executed. Shannon was incredibly responsive throughout the entire process. No matter the time of day, she was always available to answer my questions, provide updates, and address any concerns I had. Her communication skills are exceptional, making me feel informed and confident every step of the way. What truly sets Shannon apart is her unwavering commitment to her clients. She went above and beyond to ensure my home was presented in the best possible light, from staging and professional photography to marketing the property across multiple platforms. Her knowledge of the market and keen eye for detail resulted in a seamless selling experience and an outstanding final sale price. Shannon's professionalism and warm personality made working with her an absolute pleasure. She is not only an expert in her field but also a wonderful human being who genuinely wants the best for her clients. I feel incredibly fortunate to have worked with Shannon and the BREL team. I couldn't be happier with my experience and highly recommend Shannon Walker to anyone looking for a phenomenal realtor. Her expertise, dedication, and genuine care for her clients make her the best choice for anyone navigating the real estate market. Thank you Shannon!
Thank you Louise! We at BREL also feel fortunate to have Shanon part of our team. Congrats on your successful sale and thank you so much for sharing your experience.
Fantastic experience: Allie Remple was our realtor since 2018. She managed the renting of our condo and our condo was sold recently with her help. Allie is very nice and patient, she always answers our questions as quickly as possible. She always gives professional suggestions. I strongly recommend Allie to people who need a realtor.
Thanks Greg! How great that you have had Allie on your side all this time—congrats on the sale and thank you for trusting Allie and BREL with your home.
Fantastic experience: I had a great experience at the corporate level and at the agent level with Ashton. Within 24 hours I had a response to my email to BREL for rental help, and soon after Ashton Childs reached out to me.She was prompt in her communication with me, and kept me up to date throughout the condo hunt process. She also provided helpful advice. I highly recommend Ashton Childs and the BREL team for your rental home needs!
We’re happy to hear your experience working with Ashton was so positive—congrats on the new place and thanks for sharing.
Fantastic experience: Ashton was great! She was very accommodating and supportive during the entire process. When no other agent would help me, Ashton didn’t hesitate. Always available when I reached out to her and she communicated with me promptly. I would recommend Ashton to anyone looking for an agent to buy or rent!
Awesome thank you for sharing Zain! Glad Ashton was so helpful. :)
Fantastic experience: I had an exceptional experience with Ashton Childs from the BREL team while searching for an apartment in Toronto. Ashton not only found me the perfect place but also ensured I secured my first choice! Her professionalism, friendliness, and efficiency made the entire process smooth and enjoyable, and communcation was flawless as she helped me during every step of the way. I highly recommend her services and the BREL team to anyone looking to find their ideal home in the city. Thank you, Ashton, for going above and beyond! :D
Communication is SO important to us, so it makes us happy to hear Ashton's was flawless! Congrats on landing your first chance and thank you for sharing.
Fantastic experience: If found Ashton Childs on the net reading reviews about The Brel Team and I’m so lucky I did. She is wonderful, sharp as tack very savvy and knowledgeable in the real estate market and a hoot as a bonus to boot! Ashton made finding a renter for my condo a pleasure and truly an inspiring experience. I would high recommend her talents to anyone looking for a stress free agent who has a passion in helping clients buying, renting or selling real estate properties. .
Well WE think Ashton's a hoot too! (And of course, really good at her job)
It's not often a real estate transaction is a pleasure and inspiring :) Thanks for the shout out and congrats on the new place.
Fantastic experience: We had the pleasure of working with Varun to find our first apartment in Toronto. He was incredibly responsive, patient, and kind, transforming what could have been a stressful experience into a pleasant and straightforward one. We truly cannot thank him enough!
Pleasant and straightforward is about all you could ask for! Appreciate the kind words about Varun--congrats and we hope to be able to work together again in the future.
Fantastic experience: We worked with the BREL Realty team in Toronto to find our first family home, and we couldn’t be happier. Ashton, our realtor, was fantastic—professional, kind, and always quick to respond to our questions. She understood what we were looking for and her knowledge of the Toronto market helped us make smart decisions. She was honest and forthright throughout the ups and downs of the process. We recommend Ashton and the BREL team to anyone and everyone!
Thanks James! Congrats on your new place and we are thrilled to hear your experience working with Ashton was so smooth!
Fantastic experience: When it came time to sell out house in downtown Toronto - we knew exactly who we wanted to represent us. Lisa and the entire BREL team were our first choice! They have their fingers on the pulse of the downtown market and knew exactly what type of client would be interested in purchasing our home. From the very first consultation we had with Lisa we knew that we were in safe, competent hands. We used their staging team as well, who transformed our property and gave it the polished, professional look that we knew would attract the best buyer. Lisa was in touch with us on nearly a daily basis and helped us with some surprise permit issues that came up. Our house sold in the first 24 hours that we had it listed! It was absolutely amazing - I can not recommend Lisa and the entire BREL team enough - check them out, you won't be disappointed!!
Thanks Andrew! Congrats on the lightning-fast sale (and on getting all the last minute surprises sorted) - we’re happy that’s behind you and that you felt supported. We hope to get a chance to work together again!
Fantastic experience: First time renting in a new country can be quite the rollercoaster, luckily though, we had Varun holding our hand throughout the whole process! A consummate professional and a joy to be around, he helped us find our dream condo and answered about a billion of our questions along the way. Varun was always available, incredibly knowledgeable, and made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. From the moment we first contacted him, Varun was responsive and attentive to our needs. He took the time to understand exactly what we were looking for and showed us multiple properties that matched our criteria perfectly. His deep understanding of the local market and rental laws gave us great confidence in making informed decisions. Not only did Varun handle all the paperwork efficiently, but he also went above and beyond to ensure that we were comfortable and settled in our new home. He provided us with valuable advice on the neighborhood, nearby amenities, and even helped us navigate the local transportation system. His patience and dedication were truly commendable. Even when we had last-minute concerns or needed additional clarifications, Varun never hesitated to assist us, always with a positive attitude and a reassuring smile. We couldn't have asked for a better realtor and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a place to call home. Varun's exceptional service turned what could have been a stressful experience into a delightful journey, and for that, we are immensely grateful.
Thank you Erum for all the kind words! Varun is one of a kind. Congrats and welcome to
Fantastic experience: Ashton was an absolute dream to work with! She broke everything down into manageable bits and made a very complicated process straightforward and easy to follow. An absolute must for first-time-buyers. She was very responsive to all of our questions and even brought things up that us rubes hadn't thought of or would otherwise have missed. You really feel like you have someone in your corner with Ashton. I would give 10 stars if I could; there's no way we'd be in our actual, own house without her!
CONGRATS on your new first place! We are SO happy the experience was so positive and that you felt well-supported :) 10 stars!
Fantastic experience: I had a great experience working with Ashton to find my new rental apartment. She was very patient, helpful, friendly, and such a nice person. She always made sure to understand my needs and preferences. I appreciated all her hard work and highly recommend BREL and Ashton to anyone looking for a supportive and reliable real estate help.
Thanks Simrn! So happy you had a positive experience working with Ashton - we appreciate you sharing :) Congrats on the new place.
Fantastic experience: Ashton expertly helped me find an incredible new home for myself and I could not recommend working with her more!! The market was a battle and she was available and committed every minute. I also needed the process to happen completely virtually from BC and Ashton navigated the situation so seamlessly. I will definitely be working with the BREL team for any future real estate needs:)
Awesome! Digital and virtual is our wheel house, and we are thrilled Ashton was able to guide you to success - congrats on the new place and we look forward to helping to out again in the future!
Fantastic experience: We sold our house in Toronto and bought in Hamilton. Kellye MacMillan was great at helping us find a beautiful Hamilton house that met all of our wants at a good price. Kellye is very knowledgeable about the Hamilton housing market and the entire BREL team have been very supportive in the lead up to closing. Having had an excellent experience, we would sincerely recommend using Kellye and BREL for your real estate needs.
Hi Dan—thanks for the kind words and shout out to the team. Kellye is definitely the Queen of Hamilton, but it of course takes a village to make the machine run smoothly.
Congrats on the new home; we hope you enjoy living in the Hammer as much as Kellye does!
Fantastic experience: I worked with Ashton to move to Toronto from BC. Ashton was prompt, dependable and her advice was invaluable for someone moving from outside of Ontario, as she really understood the market and could quickly and efficiently help me find a place that suited me, as well as explain to me the unique situation in the Ontario housing market. She was friendly and available to answer my questions the same day. With her help I was able to find a place to rent quite quickly even in the current difficult market. I am very satisfied with the service and support I received and highly reccomend BREL to anyone looking for assistance in finding a place to rent.
Thanks Katerina! So happy you were able to find a place with Ashton's help—we hope to be able to work together again someday. Enjoy the new place!
Fantastic experience: We moved to Toronto 3 years back and Varun at BREL helped us find our first apartment. The process was so smooth and pleasant with Varun’s assistance. So eventually when we decided to buy our first home, we did not have to think about another option and chose Varun to help us with the process. He has always been extremely professional, punctual and responsive to all our queries. I must admit that we were quite picky about the house we wanted to buy but Varun was always patient and never once rushed us. His timely advice and professional expertise played a pivotal role in helping us secure our first home in Canada! We are glad that we chose BREL and had the opportunity to work with Varun!
Wow, what an exciting milestone - we are so happy Varun was able to help you with both your first home(s) in Canada! (And we think you SHOULD be picky! It’s likely the biggest purchase you’ll ever make!)
Thanks for the review—and glad you felt we were responsive but never rushed…it’s what we are aiming for. Yay!
Fantastic experience: Lisa Bednarski and the whole hardworking, talented BREL team (Manh! Kiel! Everyone!) are hands down the exact right people you want in your corner when selling your house. This is the second time we’ve worked with Lisa and BREL, and we can’t say enough great things about their support and level of service. Lisa is a patient, compassionate warrior who will fight her hardest to get you the best price and buyer for your home. She is also incredibly sensitive to all the high emotions that occur during the process, always making you feel calm and heard. She makes a very stressful endeavor seem manageable and achievable. Special shout-out to Kiel for his impeccable staging – you almost don’t want to move after he works his magic. Our thanks to Lisa and the whole team for an excellent experience yet again.
The whole team says thank you for the shout out! So glad the recent sale worked out and, more importantly, that the experience working with Lisa was so positive—selling is much more than just a transaction, and not many people get to use the word "calm" when describing it. :)
Thanks for trusting us once again.
And we can all agree Kiel is a magician!
Fantastic experience: I don’t think there are enough words in any language to describe how amazing Lisa Bednarski is not just as a realtor, but as a therapist, life coach, friend – you name it. She’s so amazing at all of these things, in fact, that we enlisted her services a second time to help us find our new house. Lisa works harder than anyone I know – she was available to us almost 24/7 (take a break, woman!!), answering texts and emails immediately and entertaining my every little question and request with patience and wisdom. It’s uncanny how well she knows my and my husband’s likes and dislikes, and I beyond appreciate how she would keep me on track if she thought I was compromising on something that was important to me. She’s also a razor-sharp negotiator, which is an indispensable gift, especially in a hot market like Toronto. It is an honour and pleasure to work with Lisa, and I cannot recommend her highly enough.
Thanks Kelley! We agree with ALL your descriptors for Lisa :) Thank you for trusting BREL and Lisa again--your trust is appreciated...and congrats on the new house!
Fantastic experience: We recently worked with Lisa Bednarski from the BREL team and purchased a condo. It was such a pleasant experience! As first-time home buyers, we were overwhelmed by all the information out there. Lisa guided us through the process with such clarity. Her responses are always quick and direct. Her advice during bidding was also key to the success. We will definitely work with Lisa in the future when we upgrade to a house!
Thank you Fei--and congrats on your new place! We're so happy Lisa's guidance and advice were spot on!
Fantastic experience: Lisa helped me sell an older investment condo pretty quickly and at a decent price, with good, frank advice and a great sense of humour. Her market research was solid and I agreed with all of her recommendations. And she was quick with solutions to problems that popped up and the resources I needed to implement those solutions. Kiel also gave excellent advice and resources for preparing the property for sale and staged it perfectly. I’m impressed by this team’s services. They have a slick process, the likes of which I’ve never experienced before. Thank you, Lisa, Kiel and BREL team!
Thank you for the kind words Leslie! We have worked very hard to develop our process and so it warms me to hear you recognized and appreciated it. Lisa—and Kiel our designer—know their stuff…again, so happy you were able to benefit from their expertise. Congrats on the successful sale!
Fantastic experience: Ashton helped my partner and I purchase our first home, and it absolutely would not have happened without her. She knew answers to questions we didn't know we had, was seemingly available around the clock, and is one of the loveliest people you'll meet. From the moment we met her, we knew we didn't want to work with anyone else. Ashton knows every inch of this city, and better yet, she'll take the time to get to know you so that she can find your piece of it.
Thanks Nicole! We are thrilled to have Ashton helping BREL clients now, and I am sure she will give the same great level of service you had!
Fantastic experience: It was a real pleasure to work with Lisa to buy and sell our condo in The Junction. As first timers on both ends Lisa took a lot of the stress out of the process. She helped us to understand our options and took time to get to know us and our needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell property in Toronto. Thanks Lisa!
Great to hear Lisa was able to remove stress from an often stressful process! Congrats on your successful buy and sell and thanks for sharing your experience.
Fantastic experience: We selected the BREL Team for our recent home purchase and sale based on their full service approach that included marketing specialists, stagers, handymen, administrators and of course stellar brokers. They pull everyone in to ensure you get the best experience possible. Manh followed up every step of the way with documents and preparations for our sale. Allie supported us with bids and showings while Halina was away at times throughout our 1.5 year search. We always felt looked after. Halina, our dedicated agent was superb! She was always available for questions, showings and professional advice. Even with our lengthy search and particular requests, she consistently provided confident reassurance. We appreciated her balance of strong business skills and personal tact to get the job done with positive outcomes. Despite a sharp change in market conditions, Halina and the BREL Team made sure we got the best sale price for our home. She is trustworthy, professional and kind. Glad to have her on our side! Our new dream home was found and we received a better than expected sale price on our home in a down market. For future real estate services, we will definitely call Halina and the BREL Team.
Congrats on two successful transactions, in a crazy time! Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences working with Halina and Allie--and it was nice to give some love to Manh! We are so happy our full-service team approach worked as it should...as advertised!
Hopefully we can work with you again in the future.
Fantastic experience: The BREL team were recommended to me by close friends. The experience, knowledge and guidance that this team bring is truly fantastic. Lisa, always easy to talk to; always available. She had a planned vacation and even then she found the time to make everything work for me, overseeing my interests, providing support and educating me throughout the full process. Having her on my side made this whole ordeal a walk in the park, I never felt I was alone all thanks to her. A thrill and exciting ride working with you Lisa!! And Varun, one of the most humble and approachable person one could meet in this line of business. He was happy to understand my interests and brought in an analytical approach with all the right information I needed at the exact time, plus the time he took to explain brought me a peace of mind in every step I took. I am really grateful to have met you Varun, and I cannot thank you enough. The energy in this team is great. They will have you cover and recommend you what you need to know at every moment of your process. My experience was great working with both Lisa and Varun, and I would definitely work with them again.
Thank you Guillermo ! What an exciting, crazy experience you had--and we are SO thrilled that you enjoyed your experience working with both Lisa and Varun...and that our systems and team approach worked so well in your favour. Congrats on the new place and we hope you are settling in a little now.
We hope to be able to help you again in the future :)
Fantastic experience: Lisa Bednarski & The BREL Team: Elevating Real Estate to a Whole New Level Our partnership with Lisa Bednarski and The BREL Team extended beyond just real estate transactions; it was an experience that showcased the pinnacle of professionalism and expertise. We entrusted Lisa with the sale of our townhouse in Toronto, and once again, she and her team exceeded our expectations! Navigating the unpredictable Toronto real estate market can be challenging, but with Lisa's unwavering confidence and sound counsel, we felt in safe hands. Her strategic prowess was always evident in her approach, but what truly set her apart was her ability to bring out the best in our property. Lisa understood that in a market where neighboring properties were struggling to sell, staging, marketing, smart home preparation, and sound pricing would play a pivotal role in making our home stand out. The BREL Team's staging and marketing efforts were nothing short of top-notch. Lisa and her team took our property to the next level, making it shine like a gem amidst a sea of ordinary listings. Their attention to detail and creative vision transformed our home into a masterpiece, and had a profound effect on the outcome of our sale. Lisa Bednarski and The BREL Team don't just excel in real estate; they redefine the standards of excellence. Their dedication to making the selling process smooth and profitable, their strategic brilliance, and their ability to create a visually stunning and compelling narrative for our property are unmatched. We are profoundly grateful for their hard work, and we couldn't be happier with the results. If you are in search of a real estate team that goes above and beyond to ensure your property shines and sells, Lisa Bednarski and The BREL Team are the ones to trust. Thank you, Lisa, and your entire team (shout out to Kiel, Enoch, Jim, Sydney & Andrea) for orchestrating the sale of our townhouse with such flair and finesse. You truly are the best in the business!
Thanks so much for sharing your experience Scott!
Fantastic experience: I was searching on behalf of my son who was in the US and preparing to return to Toronto. I phoned a listing and it was Varun Arora, a member of the BREL team. When the time came for me to buy and sell, I did not hesitate to contact Varun (who teams with Matt). I felt confident in the BREL's team because they themselves are quietly confident based on their knowledge, their education and training, and their successes in finding homes and selling homes. In selling my home (a condo), the stylist (Kyle) decided to use another couch, and Matt stored mine in his garage! The stylist knew exactly how to present my condo and it sold in two weeks in this market!!! (late July 2023). But what I really think the value of the BREL team is in their people - there are professionals at all levels ready to help you (finding a storage company, recommending movers, finding a painter, suggesting a real estate lawyer (when I asked), and getting a Status Certificate examined in four hours!!! I never felt pushed, I always knew I was listened to, Varun and Matt did all necessary and then asked what more they could do to help me. Even after both settlements (buying and selling). I highly recommend them - intelligent, professional, prepared, knowledgable, able to present what needs to be done in a warm, non-confrontational way (my couch needed to be put away for the staging!). And I liked the BREL team. Buying and selling is stressful, and to work with people like Varun and Matt and their team just took the stress edge down some notches, and made it much easier for me to make the right decisions. I thank them, and recommend them most highly.
Thank you for such an honest and personal review Gill - we are obviously thrilled you enjoyed working with Matt and Varun, but even more that you appreciated their kind confidence and professionalism. It can be extra stressful buying when you are out of town, and I’m so happy some of that stress was alleviated—congrats on the successful sale AND purchase!
Fantastic experience: We worked with Halina and Lisa at BREL to buy our house and would highly recommend them! We had a great experience with them and the supporting BREL team. They were always available when we needed them - to talk strategy, go to a showing, or discuss questions. They’re very knowledgeable about the market, and they care about their clients. We were buying in a transitioning market that was hard to predict and their analysis and advice helped us feel confident about our strategy and offers. We also found them delightful to work with and enjoyed several hilarious text exchanges!
Thanks Catherine! You really did get a powerhouse team with halina and Lisa, so glad you found them as fun to work with as they are effective. Congrats on the successful purchase!
Fantastic experience: I recently bought my first condo in Toronto and was very happy with BREL and my realtor Allie! She was patient, enthusiastic and never pushy when it came to showings and the consideration to put in an offer. If you are looking for a bespoke firm that will give you 1:1 attention, I would highly recommend.
Thanks Alicia, congrats on the new place! So happy you were pleased with Allie - she's super patient...and really knows her stuff. Appreciate the recommendation!
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