

Dan van der Salm
Licensed Real Estate Agent | Lifestyle Sales Consultant | Rural Sales Consultant
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Seller of 63 Bridge Street, Coalgate
Dan was fantastic to work with and made the entire selling process smooth and stress‑free. His communication was clear, consistent, and always proactive. I felt fully informed at every stage, and he took the time to explain each step in a way that made decisions easy and confident. His knowledge of the market was excellent, and the advice he gave around pricing, presentation, and strategy proved accurate and valuable. Dan handled enquiries and open homes professionally, and his responsiveness meant nothing was ever left hanging. When it came to negotiation, he showed real skill and experience, securing a result I was very happy with. He managed the process calmly and confidently, and it was clear he had both the buyer’s and seller’s interests in mind while keeping the deal moving forward. Overall, Dan delivered in every area. He was reliable, genuine, and easy to work with, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a top‑quality agent.
Mike Preston
Licensed Real Estate Agent
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Chrissy Milne
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Dulcie Ellis
Licensee
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Buyer of 513 Hinds Highway, Winslow
I knew the moment I drove past this property that it was the one. The funny thing was, I wasn't even looking at the time, but something just clicked. Once we started exploring the possibility of making it ours, we also had the challenge of putting our current home on the market, selling it, and then making the move into our new home. Going through both the buying and selling process with the same agent is something I would recommend 100%. Dulcie made the entire journey feel seamless, straightforward, and far less stressful than I ever imagined. We were kept informed every step of the way and always knew what was happening next. From the moment we first drove past our new home to seeing the SOLD sticker go up on our own property, the whole process took around two months. It was a whirlwind experience, but one that I would happily do all over again. As someone who was hesitant about selling our first home and didn't fully understand the process, having Dulcie by our side made all the difference. Her knowledge of the market, professional guidance, open homes, private viewings, and ability to navigate every stage of the journey gave us complete confidence. What really sets Dulcie apart is her down-to-earth nature. She is approachable, genuine, and incredibly easy to communicate with. No question was too small, and we always felt supported throughout the entire process. Thank you, Dulcie, for helping us secure our second home and making what could have been a stressful experience feel exciting and achievable. We couldn't recommend you more highly.
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