Colette Cooper: Real Estate Broker Agent with Royal LePage State Realty
How long have you been working in real estate?
I have had the privilege of selling real estate for over 26 years. I knew when I got licensed as a sales representative (I am now a Broker), this would be a long-term profession for me.
What is it that makes you so passionate about what you do?
Every day is different, every client, situation and every property is different and all this makes my job (for the most part) very interesting. Since I started working at 16 years of age, I have always been in the “Service industry”. I love talking with people, and establishing relationships and trust. Then to share their enthusiasm in finding the house of their dreams, or selling their house with as little stress as possible, gives me the energy and enthusiasm to do it again.
What attracted you to this business?
The real estate business always seemed to me as a very exciting and prestigious business. Prior to getting into real estate, I owned my own fitness and personal training business. My mother was a successful business owner, and I must have inherited her entrepreneurial spirit.
Is there a particular area you specialize in, either in terms of neighbourhoods, or types of homes or perhaps the type of clients you like to work with?
Moving from Quebec when I was very young, I have lived in Burlington and primarily Hamilton for most of my life. I specialize in residential real estate and feel very comfortable and knowledgeable about selling houses and condos in Hamilton, Ancaster, Dundas, Burlington and nearby communities. I live in the Kirkendall area of Hamilton and especially enjoy working here too.
In such a competitive market with so many realtors, what do you offer your clients that you think makes a difference?
I am a very dedicated, honest and knowledgeable realtor and I believe people sense that in me. My CC SELLS Marketing Plan has really impressed my seller clients. I do a number of things which are unique to the business and feel that has given me an edge. It is all part of my way of offering superior “service”.
