Whether you're thinking of selling or looking to buy, you need an agent with real world knowledge and experience.

From High Park, Roncesvalles and Dufferin Grove to Riverdale, Leslieville and the Beach, I help people buy and sell beautiful homes. As an 18 year veteran realtor and relocation specialist, I provide knowledgeable and highly personalized service and support for my clients. The high demand neighbourhoods of Toronto Central West and East pose unique challenges. Whether you are wanting to maximize the sale of your home or overcome multiple offers to purchase your dream home, there is no substitute for an agent with real world experience.

I have worked with Wright Real Estate, one of the oldest independent brokerages in Toronto, since 2006. Before real estate, I spent a decade in the music industry. I wrote the best-selling Indie Band Bible, a guide for marketing music groups. I am also a founding member of the multi-platinum band Moist. These experiences have given me a unique understanding and approach to creative marketing for real estate..

I grew up in Toronto and have been living and working in Dufferin Grove for 20 years. I love this city; its parks, amenities and schools make it the perfect place for my family. Let me help you find your perfect place.

Contact

(416) 534-5626              mark@markmakowy.com

Wright Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage

T: 416-961-1698

F: 416-961-8364

"We've dealt with various agents in the purchase and sale of properties we've owned and our experience with Mark Makowy was, far and away, the most positive and profitable." Kevin Young and Jeff Pearce

Selling Made Simple

Innovative, effective marketing and highly personalized support.

1. First Steps

I assess your home and make presentation and marketing recommendations that fit your timeframe, budget and lifestyle. I provide a consultation with an established home stager. If repairs or improvements are required, I quarterback the process and manage trades people, schedules and whatever else is required.

2. Marketing Plan

I develop a detailed and individualized marketing plan for your home and provide a pre-listing home inspection, floor plans and professional magazine-quality photographs. Brochures, direct mailing postcards and a dedicated website are created to beautifully showcase your home. Finally, your home goes on MLS and the public site realtor.ca.

3. To Market

I use all the tools at our disposal to reach prospective buyers. While your home is listed for sale, Wright Real Estate manages showings and schedules them at times that are convenient for you. Open houses are also scheduled to create additional exposure and excitement.

4. Offers

Depending on the market, we decide whether to hold back offers and if we will entertain pre-emptive (“bully”) offers. When offers come in, I walk you through their terms, strengths and weaknesses and negotiate the best and most profitable agreement possible.

5. After Sale

Once we have a signed agreement, I coordinate document exchanges, purchaser visits and assist you with referrals for lawyers, moving companies and so on. 

"We were first time home buyers when we moved to Toronto from San Diego in 2009. Mark showed us around neighborhoods in the city and helped us find our dream home that meets all our needs. He is very knowledgeable in real estate market and always makes valuable suggestions to his clients. We would definitely recommend his service to our friends and family." Dr. Shyh-Dar Li

Buying Made Simple

Toronto is a city of diverse and vibrant neighbourhoods. We'll find the perfect fit for you. 

1. Affordability

Determining your price range starts with getting a mortgage pre-approval. Your bank or mortgage broker will calculate how much financing you qualify for. After that, we can talk about real world budgets and how much you can reasonably afford to spend on a home. 

2. Needs and Preferences

We discuss your specific requirements, such as location, schools, number of bedrooms, and so on. Sometimes compromises need to be made so we prioritize according to “Must Haves” and “Nice to Haves” to come up with a clear house hunting profile.

3. The Candidates

I scour the MLS and reach out to my network of contacts to find properties that meet your requirements. You receive listings in your inbox along with recommendations and suggestions. When you see properties you like, I set up viewings at times convenient for you. During viewings, I point out the potential opportunities, strengths and pitfalls. Each Toronto house is unique and there are a lot of factors to consider.

4. Offers and Negotiation

Once you find the perfect home, I walk you through making an offer: price, deposit, closing date, conditions (as applicable) and so on. I negotiate the best possible terms for your new home. And don’t worry about “bidding wars.” If we encounter multiple offers, I have unique and effective strategies for successfully dealing with them.

5. Closing

I provide step-by-step directions on finding a suitable real estate lawyer, scheduling movers, doing purchaser visits, setting up utilities, arranging for trades people and so on. And after closing, I am always available to provide referrals, advice and guidance.

"Mark is very professional, courteous and it is a great pleasure to work with him. I highly recommend Mark, as he will be a great asset to anyone who plans to buy a property in Toronto." Dr. Gennady Poda

Relocating Made Simple

Toronto is such a great city. Let me introduce you.

Moving, whether it’s down the street, across town or to another country, can be one of life’s top stressors. As a veteran real estate agent with over 15 years experience as a relocation specialist, I make the relocation experience less stressful and complicated by helping you find the right home, in the right area, in your price range.

I work with the University of Toronto, Toronto Metropolitan University, the Ontario Institute of Cancer Research, MaRS Discovery District and the University Health Network to help incoming faculty and staff from across North America and the world find a home and transition smoothly into their new life in Toronto.

I provide highly personalized relocation service to ensure that all of your unique requirements are met within your timelines and budget. My relocation service is free of charge. Highlights include:

• In-depth consultation to assess your preferences and needs.

• Education about the real estate market, schools, childcare services, transit, tax, regulations and financing options.

• Orientation and tours of neighbourhoods to ensure that you find the one best suited to your lifestyle.

• Listings of appropriate candidate properties for sale or rent.

• Guidance through the offer and negotiation process.

• After-purchase support, including providing third-party referrals, advice and guidance..

Thank you Mark for helping our transition to Canadian life be so painless and smooth – we would, without a doubt, recommend your services to anyone considering a move – both in Canada and from outside, and both in regards to rental properties and purchased properties. Niall Lobley and Dr. Victoria Sabine