Hunter, who works for IBM Global Technology Services, is still settling into his new space. His 18-speed bike rests on a rolled up area rug and there aren't any curtains on the floor-to-ceiling windows, but then there aren't any inquiring neighbours able to see into his new condo.

"I can see the future. It's going to be vibrant and nothing's going to be blocking the view."

The local real estate market may have escaped the catastrophic dips seen in some other cities. Still that doesn't mean agents don't have to be quick-witted and creative when it comes to brokering a house sale.  If a buyer is wavering, sometimes the quirkiest things can tip the scales.

Our very own, Cindy Sezlik (Sales Representative) appeared with Justin Trudeau in the January 19th issue of MacLean's Magazine.