Marc Parenteau

Without hyperbole, Marc is the best realtor I have had the experience of working with. Both his professionalism and market knowledge were superior, and his quick action in lining up our showings was excellent. What I also appreciated, was his knowledge of home building and structures, which allowed for a mini pre-inspection, providing us with good information about the property before making a decision. Lastly, any communication via text or email was incredibly responsive. I would highly recommend Marc for buyers or sellers of/for property in Ottawa. - Agnes

Nous n'hésiterons pas à contacter Marc ou à lui référer dans le futur. Il est très professionnel, patient, toujours disponible pour répondre au courriel et pour les visites. Il vérifie les moindres details lors des visites, pendant l'achat et après, bref il est excellent! Merci encore Marc! - K&F

The best in town without a doubt, as knowledgeable and effortless as it gets. - Cal Tortolo

Marc was our agent when we purchase our home back in 2018, and provided us with a lot of inputs as first time home buyer. It was fit that we take him again to sell our house. Mark made us feel comfortable and equipped to make information we need. He went out of his way to to help us. I highly recommend him and would use him in the future. Thank you! - linda

Mark is as advertised! It was relieving to work with an agent that was truly willing to invest the time to view as many properties as it took to find the right one. As out of town buyers, Mark helped relieve a lot of the pressure associated with buying in an unfamiliar market. We found him to be engaging and responsive with a short turnaround on calls/texts/emails. He was objectively focused and not dismissive. He listened intently to our wants/concerns and wasn’t afraid to ask clarifying questions. He uses his foundational knowledge of HVAC/structure/electrical/plumbing to point out potential red flags for further scrutiny by certified professionals. He is comfortable commenting on these aspects to the depth of his knowledge and will not pretend that he knows more than he does just to close a sale. Mark is connected with and enjoys learning from the myriad tradespersons that can help identify/rectify deficiencies or carry out renovations – both minor and major. We would not hesitate to work with him on future transactions. - B & J

This is my second time using Marc. Both experiences, buying and now selling, were very positive. Marc provided recommendations to prepare the unit for listing, including considerations for price points and list timings. He answered all my questions and made sure I was well informed when making decisions. Finally, Marc is excellent with communications. He ensured I was up to date and informed on all aspects of the sale. Marc is a true professional and I highly recommend using his services for your next real-estate transaction. - Kreager Graham

Marc was extremely professional and responsive from the beginning. My wife and I are in the military and so the initial communication with Marc was done remotely while we were living in Manitoba. During our house hunting trip Marc cleared his schedule for us and showed us 14 homes in two days. He was very knowledgeable with respect to the different neighbourhoods and had a good grasp of current market trends. We were confident working with Marc every step of the way and he did an excellent job getting us into our dream home. Thanks Marc - Paul & Jane

Marc was very helpful. He was very thorough, pointing out important details that we might have missed. - Tim

I find him really professional and very knowledgeable of the areas of Ottawa. He understood my criteria for the house that I was looking for in the region. Never late for the appointment. He assisted me during the transaction and after the sale. I will recommended him to anyone who is looking for a real estate agent that is dependable, - LR

This was my second time working with Marc for buying a house. Marc set up a portal with houses within the parameters I was looking for very quickly. Marc is very responsive and flexible for scheduling viewings. As we tour the houses, Marc points out areas of concern and important details about the houses that I don't know enough to look for. His guidance and recommendations have been extremely helpful to me. When it came to making an offer, he took a look at comparables for the area for me so I could make an appropriate/informed offer. I would highly recommend having Marc as your realtor! He's definitely someone you want to have on your team helping you with this process! - KO

It was a pleasure working Marc to find our first home. He proved very knowledgeable in telling us about the homes we viewed, such as how the piping material in some of the homes could impact the cost or acquisition of insurance, and potential claims in the future. He was very detail orientated, and made sure to point out any potential issues we may have with the homes. He was very responsive to questions we had, and promptly scheduled appointments for us. He did not try and push us towards any purchase, and we always felt that he just wanted to help find the right home for us. When we did find the home we loved, Marc was very diligent about the paperwork, and made sure our interests were covered in the offer. He was very helpful during the closing, was prompt in getting the inspections completed, and guiding us through the process. Thanks again Marc, it was a pleasure working with you!! - Alan & Kiera

Having seen Marc's sign on a recently sold house on our street, I made a cold call to Marc, indicating our possible intention to list and downsize. Marc came over, assessed our house, and constructively suggested possible value-added retrofits etc. which would be worth addressing before listing. We discussed the Ottawa housing market, a target listing price, timing and marketing strategy. I could see right away we would be getting much more than just a listing agent. Marc committed to staging the house; he recommended and helped coordinate a trusted local contractor to work on the retrofits and upgrades; a cleaner to ensure the house was looking spectacular for showings and a photographer for the online listing and marketing material. Once listed, Marc effectively managed the sales process, including hosting a very successful open house; he skillfully managed the incoming offers and subsequent counter offers, and successfully negotiated and closed the sale in a timely and mutually successful manner. Marc is an excellent communicator and regularly provided updates during the entire sales process and was always quick at responding to our questions. With dedication, focus and persistence, Marc exemplified his related experience, knowledge, skills, determination that makes him an all-star realtor and I highly recommend him to anyone who is currently thinking of either buying or selling their property. - Brian M.

Marc previously helped us find our home, so we were happy to hire him to help sell it. His advice, experience and professionalism are all top qualities that I’m sure assisted in the sale. We appreciated his record keeping and memory of the original purchase, that really helped us prepare the listing, while his team did a great job with photos and video - made our place look amazing. Finally, when it came to reviewing offers and understanding all the details/lingo, Marc was quick to call and explain everything clearly. All in all, every aspect of the sale process was just so easy on us, and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and reliable realtor. - A. C.

I really enjoyed our experience with Marc! He is very knowledgeable and gave us very honest reviews of the home. He was able to give us both the pros and cons of the home so we can make educated decisions. He is very responsive and reliable! Everything went very smoothly in the process. He also gave us very good recommendations for other related services (inspector, lawyers etc) everyone that works with him also provided excellent service and I think that's a reflection of him and his work ethics. - JY

Marc was a pleasure to work with. He was very forthcoming with all information required and or desired, and was very quick to respond. He handled our sale with great professionalism, and equally kept both my wife and myself equally informed. Marc provided us with all the contacts that we needed to get our house ready for sale quickly, which included a stager and a general contractor ( both of which were also wonderful to work with). He has a great sense of humor which further helped put our minds at ease throughout the process. - Craig Alliston

Being first time home buyers, my husband and I were overwhelmed by the amount of information we need to keep track of as we were looking for our first house, but Marc made sure that he explains every single detail to us, clearly and patiently. No matter how trivial or simple our questions were, we would write an email to Marc, who would respond promptly with very clear answers and great guidance. We were very specific about the area where we wanted to own, and Marc helped us buy a house that exceeded our expectations. He's patient, knowledgeable, smart and very genuine. He made the process feel effortless to us, and we are very happy with how things went. - MayaJ

Mark was very patient with us as we started our search. We had more than a year of looking at properties, he never pushed or rushed us through the process of finding our new home. - Terrey norman

This review is to celebrate Marc's exceptional skills, dedication, and ability to deliver outstanding results even in the most difficult circumstances, solidifying AGAIN his reputation as an exceptional selling agent. Our house, located in a very challenging area and during a difficult market period, sold remarkably fast, exceeding our expectations. Marc's deep understanding of the house market, of buyer preferences, pricing dynamics, and timing allowed him to position the house effectively and attract qualified buyers. By showcasing the house's unique features and highlighting its value, he captured the attention of potential buyers. He demonstrated again a high level of expertise and proactive dedication to us as a client by being always ready to address concerns in timely manner, answer questions and provided guidance at every step of the selling process by making it so seamless and stress-free experience. Without a doubt, Marc is an asset to the real estate industry and a true supporter for his clients. YOU ARE A BLESSING MARC!! 😊 - D.R

We were planning on renting out our home without the use of an agent. We figured we could take pics, put it on Marketplace and Kijiji and other sites and attempt to screen applicants ourselves. Then we changed our minds and decided to hire Marc. It was 100% the right decision. We couldn't be more grateful or thankful for all his help as we didn't realize how much work went into renting a home (prep for pics, home showings, the legal aspect, screening applicants and more). He clearly explained the process and we found his knowledge extremely helpful. He brought things to our attention that never crossed our minds. Marc made the process so easy and painless. We had showings right away and we rented out our place within a few days. It was a huge relief and we would recommended Marc to anyone who is renting or selling their home. - Pat & Marissa

Right from the beginning Marc proved to be a very dedicated and professional agent who truly cares about his clients. His first rate knowledge of the market set us up for success in the guidance he provided in preparing our house, determining a listing price and developing the selling strategy. He was extremely responsive in replying to questions and would stop by for in person meeting whenever we asked. We believe that having Marc as our realtor was far and away the most influential factor in the quick and stress-free sale of our home. - Rollis Lawrenz

We had the pleasure of working with Marc as we successfully bought our first home! We saw such great reviews about his work online and, after one meeting, decided that he was the best fit for us. For a process that can be stressful and nerve wracking, Marc was able to guide us through the process effectively and answered all questions that came up. We were able to purchase a house that fit all our desired wants. We’re very happy with Marc’s services and hope to work with him again in the future! - James

I had the pleasure of working with Marc to help facilitate the sale of my home. Throughout the entire process Marc was patient with our questions, was knowledgeable of all areas related to Realtor regulations, and very organized with providing guidance on next steps. During a stressful time of having your home listed Marc was available and communicated promptly. The house sale process went incredibly smoothly working with Marc. Added bonus the playful banter on group text helped put any uncertainties to rest. Cannot say enough good things about Marc! - NA

Marc was patient and extremely knowledgeable. As a single person buying my first home, he ensured I got the best price on a fantastic first home. I would recommend him to any family member or friend for their next buying/selling experience. - Hannah

Marc Parenteau is an excellent real estate agent that I would highly recommend to anyone! As a military member, Marc understood my unique needs. This was the second time that Marc has represented my home. Marc is a highly experienced agent who I found to be extremely personal, professional, knowledgeable, and very reliable. He was there every step of the way guiding me and made the whole process of buying and recently selling my home, an absolute breeze. Within hours of my home going on the market I had numerous showings, and the home was sold within 24 hours! If you are looking for a real estate agent you can trust, who will meet your needs, and exceed your expectations, Marc Parenteau is the real estate agent for you. - Katarina

Marc is an incredible agent to work with. He was very prompt with texts, calls, scheduling and flexible having to work around a working family with lots of children and a puppy. The kids actually called him "Super Agent" Marc - he treated the kids with just as much care as he did us. Always honest with his perspective of the market, he gave clear answers without beating around the bush. Having Marc as our realtor was easy and enjoyable. This was our second time having Marc represent our home. I will refer him to all of our family and friends needing a realtor. He helped us navigate the stress as we worked through the prepping, listing, and selling our latest home. He not only cares about making the process easy for you as a client, but he genuinely cares about getting you the most for what you deserve - not wasting time and not feeding you only information that you may want to hear. Straight up gentleman and hard worker. Merci encore pour tout Marc! - C&M

No words can express Marc's EXCELLENCE. He has a fantastic skill to make the selling process so seamless. We still can't believe to our eyes when we see the "Sold" sign in front of our door. We were expecting to sell in 3-4 months and Marc magically beyond our expectation with his extended network sold it in 3-4 weeks. Marc is like you're having a friend inside working for you. He deeply cares about his clients and he is an honest man. We highly recommend Marc, it's a blessing! - DT

There is no wonder why Marc has all these amazing reviews. You simply couldn't ask for a better real estate agent. Marc is knowledgeable, responsiveness, moves quick and most importantly, has your back. We could not be happier, thank you Marc ! - Faisal El-shabani

This is the sixth time we have hired Marc's services and he continues to provide superb service. He is always available to answer all the questions that we have, and does so in a very friendly manner. While he offers excellent suggestions, he is always respectful of our choices and always acts on our behalf. Hi is extremely responsive and and has excellent knowledge of the market. He walked us through the rental process (something we do not too much about), and we felt like we were in very good hands following his advice and guidance. He also helped us negotiate a better agreement with the third party which saved us a good amount of money. I highly recommend Marc to anybody looking to buy/sell/lease/rent a property. You will not regret it. - Louis

We've known Marc for almost ten years since he helped us sell a former house and buy the one we're in. When we needed to quickly find an agent in January to list our home, it was an easy decision to sign with Marc. He's extremely easy to work with, highly dependable, very knowledgeable on the Ottawa real estate market and outlying areas, and is excellent at knowing how to list and stage your home, as well as selecting the best price point to list. We sold our townhouse in nine days at 99 percent of the asking price. We had numerous viewings, starting within hours of our house hitting the market. Marc's professionalism and easy going personality made our selling experience a less stressful one. We highly recommend Marc to sell and/or buy a home. - Jim Taggart