Buying is exciting right up until it isn’t. My job is to keep it in the exciting part: a clear plan before you start looking, honest opinions on every home we walk through, and someone in your corner when it counts. Serving Mitchell, Stratford, St. Marys, Listowel, Seaforth and the surrounding communities.
I’ll never talk you into a house. I’d rather you walk away from three that were close and be certain about the fourth, because you’re the one living there long after the paperwork is done.
Every move has its own worries. Here’s how I help with each one.
You’ve never done this before and everyone has an opinion. We’ll go slowly, in plain language, from pre approval through to keys.
More space, a better yard, a shorter drive. The tricky part is lining up the sale and the purchase, and that’s the part I handle.
Leaving a home full of memories deserves patience. We’ll take our time and get the timing right for you and your family.
Over 100 new home transactions behind me. I read builder contracts, upgrade lists, and timelines for a living.
Six steps, in order, so you always know what’s happening and what’s coming next.
What you want, what you’d compromise on, and what you’d rather not. This is also where I explain the whole process so nothing later feels like a surprise.
Before we look at a single home. It tells us your real budget, and in a competitive situation it’s the difference between an offer being taken seriously and being set aside.
Matching listings land in your inbox the morning they hit the market, and I’ll flag the ones worth your time along with the ones I’d skip and why.
I’ll point out what you’d be taking on, not just what looks good. Sometimes the most useful thing I do is tell you a home isn’t the right one.
Price, conditions, and timing built around your situation and what the seller actually cares about. I’ll walk you through every clause before you sign.
Inspection, financing, lawyer, and the details in between. I stay on it right through closing day and I’m still around after you’ve moved in.
A quick estimate using the same lending rules a Canadian lender would apply, including the stress test. Change the numbers and watch it update.
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This is an estimate for planning only, not a mortgage approval or financial advice. It assumes property taxes near 1.3 percent of the purchase price, 150 dollars a month for heat, and the standard 39 and 44 percent debt service ratios. Your actual approval depends on your credit, employment, the property itself, and your lender’s own rules. Talk to a mortgage professional for real numbers, and I’m happy to introduce you to a few I trust.
The parts that make the difference between a stressful purchase and a good one.
We sort out budget, must haves, and timing first. It’s much easier to recognize the right home when you already know what you’re looking for.
New matches reach you the morning they list. In a small market the good ones move quickly and a day genuinely matters.
Including the ones you love. If I think a house has a problem you’ll be living with, I’m going to say so before you write the offer.
Mortgage brokers, inspectors, and lawyers I work with regularly and would send my own family to.
Offers built around what the seller actually wants, so your terms compete without you overpaying to win.
Contractors, questions about the neighbourhood, or what your home is worth three years from now. I don’t disappear at closing.
Down payments, closing costs, what happens at each stage, and the questions worth asking before you fall in love with a listing. Written for Huron-Perth, not copied from a national template.
Tell me what you’re looking for and matching Huron-Perth homes land in your inbox the morning they hit the market.
In Canada the minimum is five percent on the first 500,000 dollars of the purchase price and ten percent on the portion above that, up to 1.5 million. Under twenty percent down you’ll also pay mortgage default insurance, which gets added to your mortgage. There are also closing costs to plan for, usually land transfer tax, legal fees, and an inspection. We’ll map all of it out early so nothing lands on you at the last minute.
In most residential sales the seller’s brokerage offers compensation to the buyer’s brokerage, so buyers commonly pay nothing directly. Either way, the arrangement is written into the buyer representation agreement we sign before we start looking, and I’ll walk you through it line by line first. You’ll never be surprised by a number.
Yes. It tells you what you can actually spend rather than what a calculator guesses, it holds a rate for you while you shop, and when you find the right home it lets us move quickly. Looking first and financing later is how people end up disappointed.
From first conversation to closing, most of my buyers land somewhere between two and six months, though it depends entirely on your timeline and how specific your list is. Once you’re under contract, closings are typically thirty to ninety days out.
Quite different. The contract comes from the builder, deposits are structured in stages, closing dates can move, and upgrades are priced in a way that isn’t always obvious. I’ve supported over 100 new home transactions and built my own home, so this is the part I know best.
Perfect timing, honestly. The earliest conversations are the most useful ones because we can set your budget, sort out financing, and get your search running before the right home appears. There’s no obligation and no cost to start.
Marlyse was fantastic to work with, professional, responsive, and incredibly supportive throughout the process. She went above and beyond with the rental listing and was very understanding when our plans changed. We truly appreciate her work and she’ll be our number one go-to for any future real estate needs.
Highly recommend!
We truly can’t say enough wonderful things about our experience with Marlyse while buying our first home. From the very beginning, she took the time to understand our vision and found us a home that felt exactly how we had imagined it.
Marlyse is incredibly knowledgeable and professional, and she consistently provided helpful tips that made the entire process feel much less overwhelming. As first time home buyers, her honesty and directness gave us confidence and clarity in every decision we made.
If you’re looking for your next realtor, she’s your girl!
I had an amazing experience working with Marlyse to sell my rental property. From start to finish, she made the entire process feel effortless and stress-free. She went above and beyond by staging the whole house beautifully, which truly showcased the home’s potential.
Her dedication and attention to detail were evident every step of the way. She put in so much time and effort to find the perfect buyer, and it really paid off. We always felt supported, informed, and confident in her expertise.
If you’re looking for someone who is professional, hardworking, and genuinely cares about getting the best outcome for her clients, I would highly recommend her!
Marlyse is super helpful and knowledgeable! Very prompt with response times and we are very happy to be working with her
Marlyse made every part of our first time home-buying experience seamless! She was informative, honest, and acted in our best interested through every walk through and into our buying experience. If we find ourselves in the real estate world again, we without a doubt will be using Marlyse. If you are looking for an effortless buying or selling experience, Marlyse is your gal! Thank you so much for everything, Marlyse! We appreciate you!
Marlyse has been very understanding and helpful. Marlyse takes the time to get to know her clients and their needs and wants. If there is a question during a showing and she is unsure of the answer at that time, she will find the answer and follow up with the answer quickly. We have enjoyed working with Marlyse and highly recommend her services.
Marlyse made being a first-time homebuyer seamless and stress free! She made sure to keep us within our comfort levels and also check all of the boxes. She got us everything that we were looking for with her negotiation skills and charm. If you’re looking for a real estate agent in the Huron-Perth area then make sure to check out her info!
It was a pleasure working with Marlyse. She did an outstanding job from start to finish.
Marlyse brought not only skill and professionalism to the table but also great energy that made the process very enjoyable.
We would definitely work with Marlyse again and would highly recommend her.
Working with Marlyse was such a positive experience, especially as a first-time home buyer. She was incredibly kind, patient, and always had such a calm and reassuring demeanour.
She took the time to thoroughly explain every step of the process, provided thoughtful guidance, and answered all of my many questions with care and detail. I always felt supported, informed, and confident with her by my side.
We’re so grateful for her help and would highly recommend Marlyse to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and genuinely caring realtor.
My husband and I had the pleasure of working with Marlyse Ennett when we were preparing to relocate, and we could not have asked for a more dedicated, professional, and caring realtor.
From the very beginning, Marlyse went above and beyond. She was always approachable, responsive, and genuinely invested in helping us. Since we were away for much of the time, she kept a close eye on our property throughout the winter months, ensuring it remained clean, well-maintained, and presentable at all times. Her attention to detail and commitment gave us tremendous peace of mind.
Marlyse’s knowledge of the local market, honest advice, and unwavering professionalism were evident throughout our experience. She was proactive, vigilant, and always available to answer questions or offer guidance.
I would highly recommend Marlyse Ennett to anyone looking to buy, sell, or rent a home in Stratford, Mitchell, and the surrounding communities. She is not only an excellent realtor but also someone who truly cares about her clients and works tirelessly on their behalf.
Thank you, Marlyse, for all your hard work and support. It was a pleasure working with you!
I cannot recommend Marlyse enough! As a first time home buyer, I was completely overwhelmed. Marlyse was incredibly patient.. walked us through every step of the paperwork, and was always available to answer questions, thank you so much for the amazing experience!
Marlyse was the best mix of professional and personal. She helped us sell our first home and find our next family home. We couldn’t have been more grateful to her expertise and advice. If you want a seamless time buying or selling ask for her help!!!
Working with Marlyse is always a great experience. Marlyse is organized, professional, and a great communicator. Always a pleasure to work with and clearly dedicated to delivering top results for her clients!
Marlyse was amazing to work with! She came to our initial meeting very prepared and had done tons of market research and made us feel really comfortable with the process ahead and what we could expect. She was communicative, professional, and working hard behind the scenes to ensure our house sold quickly and for top dollar! Highlight recommend working with Marlyse!
Tell me what you’re looking for and where you’re at. Even if that’s just a rough idea and a maybe next spring, it’s a good place to begin.
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