OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
Help you understand the ins, outs and nuances of the buying and selling process
Listen to your needs and negotiate on your terms
Guide you through each step along the way, and support you in any way we can during a transaction & beyond
We offer clear, straight-forward communication. We will always be honest, direct and tell you the truth!
Kerry Couvelier, PREC*
Kerry’s business is built on a commitment to her client’s success. Whether buying or selling, Kerry believes in adding value to each transaction, so her clients receive the very best possible outcome. This includes clients tapping into her experience as a realtor, new construction home builder/renovator, mortgage broker and certified home stager. Clients find Kerry’s renovation, construction, and development experience helpful: she knows what looks best, what things cost and has a contact list of tradespeople.
Kerry was born and raised in Victoria which gives her over 40+ years of local knowledge.
Whether it is finding the perfect condo, family home, downsizing into the right fit, identifying solid investment properties and renovation projects, or looking to buy a new build, you will benefit from her almost 20 years of real estate experience.
The reason for her multiple awards and 5-star client reviews, is going above and beyond on every transaction. Honest advice, open communication, a creative approach, unique negotiating strategy and attention to every little detail, ensures that each transaction stays on track – calmly and efficiently. Kerry loves what she does, and it shows.
When Kerry’s not working, which isn’t too often :), she enjoys hiking Mount Doug, working out, cheering her son on at his soccer games, or a homemade pizza and games night with friends and family.
Did you know?
Kerry is not only a rock star Realtor, but she also created and patented a product years ago and was chosen to be on the tv show Dragons Den. It was an experience and not quite like the way you see it on tv! This is an example of Kerry’s entrepreneurial mind to “think outside the box” and her determination.
Rick Couvelier
Born and raised on Vancouver Island, Rick has called Victoria home for most of his life, giving him a unique perspective and insight into what life is like living on the Island.
This insight is reinforced by Rick’s work as a real estate consultant, through which he prides himself on his knowledge and customer service.
Having worked in real estate for over 40 years, winning numerous awards including the Victoria Real Estate Board’s Presidents Award (10 times, from 1996-2005), the VREB’s MLS Gold Award (from 1996-2016), and the DFH Real Estate’s Realtor of the Year (2008 and 2009), he has a proven track record and understanding of the industry.
Unlike a lot of his competitors, this knowledge is well rounded, covering not only real estate, but also building inspection, construction, and development. He trained as an appraiser/inspector with Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation, and later became a trainer of building inspectors. He established Victoria’s first full-time home inspection service, Sherlock Home Inspection Service. It is estimated he has inspected more than 7,000 buildings, including all of the BC Government owned Vancouver Island Heritage Houses.
Over his long and storied career, he has amassed a tremendous portfolio of work, including lecturing on real estate at the University of Victoria, helping to design BC’s original New Home Warranty Program, serving as Vice President and Panel Chairperson of the Vancouver Island Strata Owners Association, as well as regional President of the Housing and Urban Development Association of Canada.
He is also an author of several published articles on real estate topics.
Mel Lochhead (Assistant)
Mel is a former luxury travel guide – turned entrepreneur, with a passion for people, great customer service and efficient systems. Like many people, she had to pivot when the world turned upside down in 2020, and found herself transitioning from nomad to homebody, cyclist to administrator. She has enjoyed real estate administration for 3 years now, and has started her own virtual assisting company.
Fun facts about Mel:
- She has managed a variety of comapnies and industries, from coffee shops and retail stores, to dolphin swiming companies and luxury cycling tours.
- She is one of those strange people that enjoys creating calm out of chaos and putting together puzzles of business operations and processes.
- She grew up in the Rocky Mountains, and has lived in over 10 cities across Canada, as well as Australia, New Zealand and Croatia.
- Her father started a construction company when she was little, and is now one of the most saught-after custom net-zero home builders in BC.
- One of Mel’s favourite activities is driving through new neighbourhoods and looking at houses. She has considered inventing a sticky note that she can leave on peoples doors, with notes on things she loves about their home.