Monthly Archives: April 2018

Duttons Sponsors SJD Crossing Guards

Posted on April 26, 2018 by duttons in Community, Community Impact Fund, News

Duttons Community Impact Fund sponsors the Crossing Guard program for Sir James Douglas Elementary School.

Fairfield Artists Studio Tour

Posted on April 25, 2018 by duttons in Community, Community Impact Fund, Victoria

The Fairfield Artists Studio Tour is an annual self-guided tour that provides art-lovers an opportunity to meet local artists, tour their studios and view their work.

2017 MLS Awards Gala

Posted on April 25, 2018 by duttons in News

James Fehr, Christina Carrick *PREC, and Ole Schmidt are photographed here having a grand time at this year’s MLS Awards Gala. The banquet was held at the Empress Hotel, this year, with a “Gatsby” theme. The event is a celebration of the efforts of the Sales Representatives of the Victoria Real Estate Board.

Outside Influences Impact Spring Real Estate Market in Victoria

Posted on April 17, 2018 by duttons in News

A total of 688 properties sold in the Victoria Real Estate Board region this March, 25.9 per cent fewer than the 929 properties sold in March last year, but a 26.2 per cent increase from the month previous. The sales of condominiums were down 28.2 per cent from last year in March with 211 units sold. Single family homes were 30.8 per cent down from the year previous, with 337 sold this March.

Contact 250-389-1011 brian@duttons.com

Brian Ogilvie

Associate Broker | Director of Operations

Brian brings exceptional operational abilities to Duttons. Brian is licensed as an Associate Broker with the company and along with achieving his Broker’s license, he is licensed in Property Management and Strata. His organizational, time-management and communication skills help ensure the many complex details of our property portfolio are tracked. In a detail-oriented business, Brian’s skills are critical to ensure our property owner’s interests are well looked after.

Brian studied marketing at Camosun College and International Management at the University of Lethbridge but his travels and work experience abroad are what allowed him to gain an international perspective to business. Brian lived in France where he studied French and interned with a large corporation before returning to Canada to work in corporate communications and investor relations in Calgary. Finally, he obtained an internship at the Canadian Consulate in Seattle and worked in the treasury department of a Fortune 500 foreign exchange company in 2010 before joining Duttons.

Born and raised in Victoria, Brian also has an intimate knowledge of the city. A lifelong learner and detail-oriented, he is continually working to improve our systems for the benefit of our clients.

Testimonials

Contact 250-389-1011 faye@duttons.com

Faye Wright

PM Office Manager l Maintenance Coordinator

Faye is Office Manager in the Property Management Division and is responsible for administration procedures, training and results. Faye has assisted the Property Managers in all of their administrative duties since 2009.

She has extensive experience in the Housing Department of the University of Victoria, as well as in Co-op Housing and hospitality. Faye’s experience with tenants and the housing industry enables her to bring high quality customer service to Duttons every day.

Faye understands the importance of tracking details. She assists in maximizing showing appointments for our clients’ properties by fielding inquiries quickly and is able to smoothly assist tenants through rental issues. Working closely with the Property Management team she has deep knowledge of strata properties and how they function.

Faye brings care and compassion to her work and helps organize the many details involved in successful property management. Most importantly, she is quietly able to develop and nourish relationships within the industry to the benefit of our clients.

Testimonials

Contact 250-383-7100 cindy@duttons.com

Cindy Hayworth

Senior Accounts Manager

Cindy joined Duttons in 2007 and brings a strong background of accounting skills and management to the Company. During her tenure at Duttons, Cindy has streamlined our accounting systems and is focused on the security and confidentiality of client transactions, utilizing the newest online transfer technology available.

Cindy is responsible for delivering the timely financial reports clients require and works closely with local accountants on behalf of our clients living abroad. On the tenant side, Cindy maintains and handles the setup of our electronic tenant payment systems.

Having operated her own Property Management and Sales business for fifteen years prior to joining Duttons, Cindy is able to offer a high level of experience and expertise to both our clients and Duttons itself. Each day she skilfully answers client and tenant inquiries regarding their accounts. Above all, Cindy meticulously tracks the many financial details imperative to solid management and adds value to our property owners.

Testimonials

Contact 250-389-1011 jared@duttons.com

Jared Csizmadia

Rental Property Manager

Jared’s keen interest in 20th century art, architecture, and design gives him a genuine appreciation for the beautiful variety of homes in Victoria. You might catch him at local community music and theatrical events, as he is both people and community-oriented.

Jared joined Duttons in 2013. He is a licensed Rental Property Manager and brings his management experience, strong interpersonal skills, and community experience to the Duttons Property Management team.

Jared studied at the University of Victoria and has lived and worked in Victoria for over 20 years. Jared currently resides on the Saanich Peninsula with his wife and two children and has many rare insights into the different communities of Greater Victoria.

Testimonials

Contact 250-383-7100 jenny@duttons.com

Jenny Dyer

Sales Coordinator | Receptionist

Jenny is invaluable as an Assistant to the Sales Team. She brings years of experience in real estate, having honed her skills as a key member of a real estate brokerage in Ontario. With Duttons since 2009, she is involved in preparing marketing materials for our properties, coordinating showings and tracking feedback from agent showings.

Most importantly, Jenny works diligently to ensure our team is well informed and has all of the materials they need to facilitate the successful marketing of a property.

Her background and experience have helped the Sales Team grow in efficiencies and provide our clients with an exceptional level of personalized service. In fact, both our clients and suppliers know how personable Jenny is, and how keen she is to help.

Away from Duttons, you might see Jenny cheering on our Royals hockey team.

Testimonials

Contact 250-383-7100 james@duttons.com
Recognition

VREB MLS® Silver Award 2017

James Fehr

REALTOR®

James continues to choose Victoria as his home, where he lives and breathes this gorgeous city and the quality of life it provides. In Victoria’s dynamic real estate market, one must have knowledge of each distinct neighbourhood and incorporate that familiarity into the value of today’s market. James’ love of the island and knowledge of housing, construction and maintenance has naturally led him to specialize in residential real estate in Victoria, BC.

As a licensed REALTOR® for the past seven years, James has enjoyed getting to know his clients and what motivates them, allowing him to connect them to the right properties. As a local real estate agent, he has used his diverse knowledge of marketing trends in Victoria’s unique neighbourhoods to capitalize on getting the most out of his clients’ investment and time.

Purchasing a house or a strata property – as your home or as an investment – can be filled with many nuanced decisions. James uses his keen eye to evaluate the specific conditions as it relates to your needs and requirements. Working with a specialist can be the key difference in making a great investment now, and for your future. His goal with all of his clients is to find their perfect property and he can’t wait to hear more about what you’re looking for.

Testimonials

Contact 250-383-7100 chris@duttons.com

Chris Logan

REALTOR®

A Victoria resident for over 20 years, Chris grew up in Halifax and studied at Dalhousie University, Concordia, and the National Theatre School of Canada. Several years in the music industry then led to an extended sojourn as co-owner of one of Victoria’s best loved performance venues. Those years in the hyper-competitive hospitality industry gave Chris keen customer service and negotiating skills and trained him to stay cool under stress.

With a temperate Mediterranean climate unique in Canada and a broad range of housing that runs from Craftsman century homes to stylish modern condos, Victoria offers unmatched quality of life. The city caters to a culturally diverse mix of young professionals, growing families, and retirees, and Chris’s first-hand, street-level knowledge of the city’s distinctive neighbourhoods ensure he is uniquely placed to help newcomers and long-term residents alike find their niche.

Sellers will find Chris a patient listener who understands that selling a home is not only a major financial undertaking but almost always an emotional one as well. Although he believes no deal is a great deal unless all parties benefit, Chris is nevertheless a tireless advocate for the best interests of his clients: your goals will be his goals until those goals are achieved.

When not working with clients Chris treasures time spent with his wife and four children, ideally outdoors, and especially in their beloved Beacon Hill Park. He loves to read and is passionate about music and classic cinema. A long time meditator, he is committed to the precepts of honesty, temperance, and not causing harm. He has volunteered with Victoria Hospice and the James Bay Community Project and believes that in order to solve the big problems of the world it’s often best to start by serving our families, friends, and neighbours.

News

Monthly Archives: April 2018

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David Logan

Testimonials

Ole Schmidt

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Zana Siskin

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Brian Ogilvie

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Faye Wright

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Cindy Hayworth

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Jared Csizmadia

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Emma O’Brien

Barb Higgins

Lottie LeBlanc

Susanne Newton

Jenny Dyer

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Angela Fraser

Christina Carrick

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James Fehr

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Chris Logan

Lois Dutton

Barry Dutton