Ivar de Laat Reviews

Buying a home can be a stressful journey, but working with Ivar made it an absolute pleasure. He truly listened to my needs and found me a beautiful home in a safe, rapidly growing community that perfectly fits my lifestyle. What impressed me most was his integrity; he never pushed me toward higher-priced properties for a better commission. Instead, he stayed focused on my budget and specific requirements until we found "the one." If you want a realtor who puts your interests first and truly knows the market, I highly recommend him! Thank you Ivar!

Ivar was professional and responsive throughout the process. He advised me not to discuss pricing inside the apartment to avoid any chance of the seller overhearing or recording, which I appreciated. When I wasn’t comfortable with the suggested lawyer, he respected my concerns and followed up promptly. During showings, he pointed out potential issues with buildings and units instead of focusing only on the positives. I also never felt pressured to make a decision—he consistently acted in a way that protected my interests. I ultimately purchased about $20K over the listing price, which I had already said was acceptable before making an offer. I paid what I believed was a fair price, and I have no reason to think this was influenced by Ivar. Overall, he was a reliable and thoughtful agent to work with

Ivar helped to find us our perfect first home in 2009. We were new to Toronto and had unrealistic expectations. Ivar was professional and kind in helping us realize what was realistic - and together we found an amazing home where we lived for 10 years and raised our young children. In 2019 when we decided to look for a larger home there was no doubt we wanted to seek Ivar's help. We provided our parameters and Ivar helped us sell our old home and buy our new one. He was the steady voice of reason during these stressful transactions. He receives our highest recommendation!

We have worked with Ivar on two separate purchases—a condo in 2020 and a semi-detached home in 2023. From a process standpoint, he is very organized and consistently responsive. He communicates clearly, takes the time to explain details when needed, and manages paperwork and deadlines seamlessly. We think this is valuable in the GTA market with fast-moving transactions where clarity and timing are critical. His pricing advice is disciplined and data-driven. He reviews a wide range of comparables, but doesn’t rely on them mechanically—there’s a clear, nuanced understanding of how each property differs in terms of condition, location, market timing, and what unique value it has to a potential buyer. Importantly, he is willing to advise against pushing to a higher price when it’s not justified. This has helped build a high level of trust. For the semi-detached purchase in particular, he went beyond standard comparables and took the time to understand the seller’s situation and constraints. This allowed us to position our offer strategically—not just in terms of price, but also terms of purchase and timing, ultimately helping us secure the property. Having now worked with him across two different property types and market conditions, we would confidently recommend him to anyone looking for a thoughtful real estate advisor. We would not hesitate to work with him again.

Working with Ivar has been an exceptional experience from start to finish. He truly goes above and beyond to ensure you find exactly what you're looking for. What stands out the most is how attentively he listens—he takes the time to understand your needs, preferences, and concerns, and then works tirelessly to match you with the right options. He never rushes the process, never loses patience, and is always willing to explore every possibility without hesitation. At the same time, he offers honest and insightful advice. If something doesn’t feel right, he will point it out and guide you in the right direction. His attention to detail and commitment to doing what’s best for his clients truly set him apart. If you’re looking for someone reliable, patient, and genuinely invested in your goals, I highly recommend working with him.

Ivar helped me purchase my condo back in 2020 and it was not an easy task with the multiple bidding wars in a seller's market. I had a set amount of budget and did not have much wiggle room yet I also had a long list of criteria for what I wanted in a condo. I was not an easy client to work with but Ivar was super patient with me and understood my needs. We were able to get a condo in the neighbourhood I wanted and checked off all the things I wanted (good size, balcony and parking). Ivar's expertise and bidding strategy help me win the bidding war for my unit. I lived in the condo for over 5 years and now moved in with my partner. I had Ivar help me list my unit for rent and we attracted multiple offers. Not only does Ivar have the years of experience and grit to get the deal done, he's also a great communicator and informs me every step of the way. After all these years, I still stay connected with Ivar and he's always at the top of my mind for my real estate needs.