I had an incredible experience working with Chris Rigby at Derek Gillette! From start to finish, he made the entire process smooth, stress-free, and enjoyable. Chris truly went above and beyond to understand exactly what I was looking for and provided expert advice every step of the way. Communication was always prompt and clear, and he was always available to answer any questions I had. What impressed me most was his dedication to finding the perfect home for me. Chris was incredibly knowledgeable about the market and negotiated on my behalf to get the best deal possible. I was greeted by the entire team at Derek Gillette and it was evident that they genuinely care about their clients and work hard to ensure a successful outcome. I couldn't have asked for a better experience and highly recommend Chris Rigby to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. Five stars all the way! Thank you for everything. - Sheen Sajadi

Chris Sinclair helped us find our new home. We are beyond impressed with Chris and found that he's a great listener & really paid attention to what we wanted for our new home. And every question and concern was dealt with quickly & efficiently. Chris is very professional, extremely hard working and knowledgeable. We can't say enough great things to our friends & family about Chris & Derek. - Brian Pentecost

I highly recommend Derek if you are considering selling your home. Great marketing skills, great negotiation skills, and Derek and his team communicated very well with us. In my opinion the best Realtor in Nanaimo. - Tony

Chris Rigby helped my family sell our home and we couldn’t have been happier with how the whole process went dealing with Chris and his team. From the start to finish, everything was seamless, communication was excellent, and our home sold quickly. Thank you to all the employees at Derek Gillette! We highly recommend Chris and his team! - Patrick Bailey

I had a fantastic experience working with Derek. His attention to detail was exceptional, and he made the entire process smooth from start to finish. Thanks to his expertise and dedication, my home sold quickly and the transaction was absolutely seamless. I truly appreciated his and his team’s professionalism and clear communication every step of the way. Highly recommend! - Kristen Sinden

I had a great experience working with Chris Rigby on the Gillette real Estate team for buying my first home. He was super patient, easy to talk to, and always quick to answer my many questions as a first time home buyer. I really appreciated how he listened to what I was looking for and helped me find a place that felt right. Chris gave solid advice throughout the process and made everything way less stressful than I expected. I wouldn’t hesitate to work with him again or recommend him to others. Thank you, Chris! - Charles A

I’ve been working with Derek Gillette and Chris Rigby for over a year now, and somehow, their professionalism still manages to impress me. They not only have a deep understanding of the local market, but they also bring a long-term strategic vision when it comes to managing my inventory. As a condo developer with multiple units, having a team like this in my corner has been invaluable. Their insight, reliability, and results-driven approach make them the kind of partners anyone would be lucky to work with. - Bill xing

Derek Gillette and his sales team are what you’re looking for to help you buy or sell a home! They have shown a level of professionalism and ethics which we have not encountered in the real estate world. Derek is extremely knowledgeable and worked diligently to meet our changing needs. Upon our first meeting, my wife and I were sold that his expertise would help us achieve our maximum return. Connie was available for all of our requests at almost any time and showed care and empathy as we searched for the perfect home - which we found! Fiona was a delight and welcomed us and kept us informed and worked with our tight schedule. Jory was kind and helpful as well. We honestly can’t say enough great things about the team and what they did for us! We thank you all for your dedication and hard work to help us find our forever home! We are grateful. - Dave Sehndl

Derek recently sold our home. He is professional, attentive and experienced. Right from the professional photos, to marketing, to negotiating offers seamlessly and smoothly, he was top notch. From beginning to closing Derek and his team were there for us every step of the way. We have complete confidence in Derek and his skills, and highly recommend him. - Munj Savoi

Mr. Gillette is a highly competent and professional agent. He dealt with every aspect of the listing and sale of our home with skill and sensitivity. I would highly recommend his services.Positive Responsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value - Doug E.

Great professional realtor to deal with in Nanaimo he knows the market and how to reach buyers. Its worth talking to Derek before you list to get another opinion. Highly recommended. - David Gill

You may think that a real estate agent is just a facilitator, which most are. But with Gillette & Associates, they had a repeatable successful process of actually marketing our home. From the 3D room planner to the next level photos. This was such a great experience from listing to offer and sale, I highly recommend using these pro’s. - James Faulkner

Derek is absolutely wonderful to work with. As a fellow real estate agent in the USA I can say he is one of the best negotiators in the industry. It’s like having a friend on the “inside” that is working for you. He really cares about his clients as well as the community and neighborhood he lives in. You definitely want him on your side! - Seema kode

Derek and his team are highly professional, efficient and courteous. They explain every step of the sales process, kept us informed along the way, and made themselves very available to meet our deadlines. They make excellent use of technology and data to ensure all decisions are evidence based. We felt very confident in and reassured by their expertise and advice. - Wanda Tmpsn

I recently had the pleasure of working with Derek and his team who helped us market and sell my home within a couple of days and above asking price. I was very impressed with the quality of work done and the way they showcased my home in preparing it for sale and getting it out to the market. Once the listing went live, Derek negotiated hard on our behalf to get me a fantastic accepted offer and has worked closely with me through the selling process. I would highly recommend working with Derek and his team of professionals and I wish his business continued success. - David Karstein S

I have bought and sold half a dozen homes in my lifetime and Chris Sinclair Gillette and Associates is the best realtor that I v ever dealt with. Not only was he always promptly available and responsive ( despite a 3 hour time difference with me living in Ontario), he also always provided me with honest unbiased information and on numerous occasions went beyond expectations. Being an out of town buyer can be a scary experience but knowing I had someone on my side who understood what my needs were and was 100 % committed to getting me what I wanted, was very reassuring. Chris took me through many houses virtually until we finally closed on the perfect one. Through the negotiations, he again proved himself to be a reliable and strong voice for me. Honest trustworthy realtors that would rather you get what is perfect for you, even if it means prolonging the search, doing more work and giving up on a quick buck, are hard to find. Chris Sinclair is that needle in a haystack realtor and I v been lucky to have found him. I highly recommend him, whatever your realty needs are. - Shireen S

Was an amazing experience as a first time home buyer with the Gillette Team, chris Rigby was amazing to have! he always made sure I saw all options and kept me in the loop, and always answered any questions i had to the best of his abilities. The process of buying a home could not have gone smoother thanks to his help, i recommend their team to anyone who is either buy or selling a place! - Kaidence H

:I was beyond impressed with Derek and his team; that happens so rarely these days, so I am taking the time to thank you all publicly. Why list with a regular Realtor when you can get a cutting-edge team for the same money? It really is a no-brainer, if you are selling, I recommend Derek's team. - 万竹

Derek is brilliant and was a great resource through the process of selling our home. His market research was impressive giving us thorough insight to help us make an educated decision. I appreciated him always being available and keeping the communication lines clean. Easily a 5-Star recommendation and he has our business for future homes. - Kris Small

We hired Derek and his team to sell our home on Locksley Place. We were very impressed with the photos and the listing details. On day one of the listing we had many showings, some which were the direct result of his vast lead network. When it came to negotiations there was no pressure, he put our interests first and was very efficient. In the subjects he was able to negotiate a fair amount of flexibility which was not only thoughtful but came in handy after the subjects were removed. We are very pleased that we were able to sell and move on so quickly and would definitely recommend Derek and his team. - Sean Jhon

Deciding on the best realtor in Nanaimo to represent us was very easy, Derek Gillette and his outstanding team were the only choice. Their market and social media presence, reputation and knowledge of the market is second to none. Right from the beginning , Derek was up front, honest and very realistic and, his prediction of how our house would likely sell was precise. The team were all very approachable and communicated extremely well with us when coordinating viewings, the photographer’s vision and insight into the house was inspired. Thank you once again for making the process so smooth and straight forward. - Helen

We wanted to thank you for the excellent job you did in selling our property in Nanoose. As a professional that does photography and Real Estate services for Realtors® I found your style and teams boutique approach to fit with the way I work, your attention to detail and your custom approach was just what we needed and we would recommend your services to anyone wanting a different and a much better approach to Real Estate. - Michelea H Derek

I've been Realtor myself for many years plus I'm a pretty picky person, who always find something to complaint about. So Derek and his team had a pretty hard task to make us happy while selling our house. You know what? They did! Knowing this business inside out I still had no reason to complain about anything, either it's a road sign, website presence, arranging showings, communication or anything else. Honestly, I was a little bit afraid, that being one of the top Realtors in Canada, Derek might put some pressure on us, especially because initially our asking price was a little bit high. But it wasn't a case, there was absolutely no pressure, just helpful information, which helped us to make a right decision and led to the sale of our house. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Derek to my countless friends, even they are as picky as I am ! 😀 - Victor K

Derek Gillette is an outstanding realtor with high integrity and professionalism, unparalleled honesty, deep knowledge and a strong expertise in the real estate industry in the Vancouver Island area. I’ve bought/sold many properties and this recent sale with Derek Gillette was flawless, much like the previous property he sold a few years ago for me in Nanaimo. Derek is a premier realtor who goes the extra steps to ensure all of your needs, interests and questions are not just met but exceeded. He is always available for phone calls, meetings, showings, questions, and was always providing fast real time info on the listing and the changes/trends/demand in the market. Derek is extremely knowledgeable with his expertise of the real estate market in Vancouver Island and his intimate knowledge of the Nanaimo market, he is proven leader and successful realtor for getting your property sold quick and for high value. I would highly recommend Derek and his team for buying and selling! - Julie Madden

It was an amazing experience as a first time home buyer, chris and team were amazing to have! Chris always made sure I saw all options and kept me in the loop, and always answered any questions i had to the best of his abilities. The process of buying a home could not have gone smoother thanks to his help, i recommend him to anyone who is either buy or selling a place! - Kadence

Throughout our home-buying process, Chris was incredibly communicative. He promptly answered calls and emails, keeping us informed about every development. Their ability to clearly explain complex contract details was particularly helpful. Chris provided support beyond just the transaction, and until now that we have our own home he even checked post-move to ensure we were settled, which we appreciate. Chris professionalism is consistent. As first-time buyers, we valued Chris patience. They educated us about each step, from mortgage pre-approval to closing. He's guidance in understanding the mortgage process was particularly helpful. And we’re so grateful that we have him as our license specialist realtor. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Chris and Gillette’s and Associates. Their dedication to our satisfaction was evident in how they went out of their way to accommodate our viewing schedules and provided honest advice on property values. - Joanne & Chester

Selling our home, a true expression of art and creativity, required a team that could not only market it but truly understand and showcase its essence. Gillette & Associates was that team. From the moment we began, it was clear that they saw our home for what it truly was not just a property, but a story waiting to be told. - Gale

Selling a luxury home in a slow market seemed daunting, but working with Derek and his team completely changed my perspective. From the very beginning, their approach to marketing was nothing short of exceptional. They positioned my property with a tailored strategy, combining high-end photography, video tours, and digital campaigns that highlighted every unique feature of my home. I will definitely use derek and his team again - Mike