Client Testimonials and SUCCESS STORIES
As top realtors in New Westminster, Burnaby, and Greater Vancouver, nothing is more rewarding than our clients’ happiness upon successfully selling their homes or finding their dream property. Ranked in the Top 1% with over $1 billion in sales and 1400+ families served, we prioritize integrity, honesty, and exceptional service in every transaction.
Putting our clients’ interests first is at the core of what we do, whether it’s selling condos, townhouses, or houses. We aim to meet and exceed your expectations, becoming your trusted real estate advisor for life. We’re committed to delivering outstanding marketing and customer service until your home is sold, emphasizing our dedication to professionalism and informed decision-making.
Our values of integrity, accountability, and hard work have established us as a leading team in Greater Vancouver’s real estate market. Your success and satisfaction drive us forward, highlighting our commitment to not just selling homes but fulfilling real estate dreams.
“It was nice for us to finally feel as though we had a Realtor who could guide us through the confusion of purchasing our first home. John and I went home, so happy to have met you…” – John & Taneem
“Thanks for all your hard work James. You’ve been very patient with us, and we had a much better experience with you than our previous realtor. Keep doing what you’re doing…” – Jen
“Wow! What an amazing Realtor you are. Phenomenal in both selling and purchasing of homes this year for our family. You are laid back and efficient at your job and with your clients. It has been a great experience to have worked with you. I will recommend you to all our friends and you will be our Realtor for life!” – Nadine & Princeton
More success stories (gosh, you’re making us blush!)
“Thank you so very much for helping us purchase our first home! We truly appreciate your hard work and honesty. Looking forward to finding our next home with you next time” – Jinsil & Zubin
“We want to send you a heartfelt thanks for everything you did for us during the whole process of selling our home. It was a stressful time for us but you made the process so much easier. We very much appreciate the extra time you put into easing our concerns.” – Brett & Paige
“Thank you so much for your excellent job in selling my Dad’s property in Renaissance Square. The sale was quick, efficient and well communicated to all involved and we were happy with the selling price. Additionally, your thoughtfulness helped immensely to ease any concerns of my Dad, myself and my brother. Your additional help in identifying service and tradespeople to help with the process was also greatly appreciated. I would have no hesitation in referring you to friends and family.” – Claudia
“We always felt we were in great hands and that you always maintained all of our interests as a top priority. It was a pleasure to see your professionalism and thoughtfulness combined. It was really appreciated.” – Stephen Loyd
“We absolutely love our place!. Often, we can’t believe we live here… We recommend you every time a friend is looking for a Realtor and will continue to do so. We really appreciated everything you did for us and for making the whole affair rather painless.” – Shawna & Scot
More Comments from our clients!
PRESS + MEDIA COVERAGE
Check out The Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team in the news! When the local and national press wants to know about the Greater Vancouver housing market they reach out, and a number of G+D sales have been featured in articles.
The Globe and Mail Reviews
“Townhouse gets full-price buyer after Instagram post” – Globe and Mail (Feb. 5, 2023)
“Burnaby realtor struggles with cautious buyers” – Globe and Mail (Jan. 29, 2023)
“Quick sale for Coquitlam home with ‘upside development’ potential” – Globe and Mail (Dec. 10, 2022)
“Offer with conditions dumped after subject-free bid received for New Westminster, B.C., house” – Globe and Mail (Sept. 23, 2022)
“First time investor buys Mount Pleasant live/work loft for $14,000 under asking” – Globe and Mail (Sept. 9, 2022)
“Working from home, up-sizer leaves Vancouver for South Surrey” – Globe and Mail (May 19th, 2022)
“Port Moody townhouse draws 14 offers” – Globe and Mail (Jan. 28, 2022)
“Pitt Meadows house sets neighbourhood record in $1.47-million sale” – Globe and Mail (Oct. 22, 2021)
“North Vancouver home gets three offers, sells for $192,000 over asking” – Globe and Mail (Aug. 13, 2021)
“Six offers for New Westminster home drives price $121,000 over asking” – Globe and Mail (March 19, 2021)
“New Westminster home sells $127,000 over asking after 100-plus viewings” – Globe and Mail (July 26, 2018)
“New Westminster condo priced under $600,000 draws five offers” – Globe and Mail (July 4, 2018)
“Renters break into the New Westminster housing market” – Globe and Mail (April 5, 2018)
“Scarcity prompts 11 bids, $74,000 bonus for New Westminster townhouse” – Globe and Mail (March 15, 2018)
“North Vancouver townhouse sells for $51,000 over asking after relisting” – Globe and Mail (Feb. 15, 2018)
“Fully-renovated New Westminster house draws two offers” – Globe and Mail (Nov. 30, 2017)
“New Westminster home hits $2-million sweet spot” – Globe and Mail (Nov. 10, 2017)
“Turnkey New Westminster Home sell quickly” – Globe and Mail (Aug. 25, 2017)
“New Westminster Craftsman house draws four offers” – Globe and Mail (Jun. 30, 2017)
“New Westminster unit sells quickly, over asking” – Globe and Mail (Apr. 28, 2017)
“Big profit on a flipped townhouse in Port Coquitlam” – Globe and Mail (Mar. 10, 2017)
“Two-level New Westminster loft bought in Christmas lull” – Globe and Mail (Feb. 24, 2017)
“Port Moody condo sells to the first buyer to view it” – Globe and Mail (Dec. 16, 2016)
“Spacious New Westminster corner suite sells at record price” – Globe and Mail (Nov. 11, 2016)
“Homeowners cashing out of hot housing markets” – Global National (Oct. 26, 2016)
“New federal mortgage rules come into effect today” – Global TV (Oct. 17, 2016)
“New Westminster condo sells for over asking price” – Globe and Mail (Sept. 9, 2016)
“Three-level New Westminster townhouse sells to young couple” – Globe and Mail (July 15, 2016)
“Port Coquitlam home draws 19 offers after busy open house” – Globe and Mail (July 8, 2016)
“River District townhouse sets sales record thanks to little competition” – Globe and Mail (May 27, 2016)
“New Westminster heritage house sets selling record” – Globe and Mail (May 13, 2016)
“Burnaby three-bedroom townhouse sells for $100,000 over asking” – Globe and Mail (March 18, 2016)
“Three-way bidding war for updated Cape Cod-style home” – Globe and Mail (Jan. 15, 2016)
“Burnaby, B.C., townhouse’s location and layout make for quick sale” – Globe and Mail (Oct. 30, 2015)
“Rising tide of Vancouver housing prices lifting values throughout region” – Globe and Mail (Oct. 24, 2015)
“Pricey reno, location attracts buyers to Massey Heights house” – Globe and Mail (Aug. 28, 2015)
“Five-bedroom Burnaby home sets tear down record” – Globe and Mail (Aug. 21, 2015)
“Family snatches up rare New Westminster Cape Cod house” – Globe and Mail (June 26, 2015)
“Modest Connaught Heights home sells for $92,000 over asking” – Globe and Mail (June 5, 2015)
“New Westminster home sells in bidding war” – Globe and Mail (Oct 14, 2014)