Real estate is about people.
“Everyone deserves a Realtor they can trust
- a professional to help guide them through one of the most important transactions in their life.”
During my 19-year career in real estate, I’ve built a reputation as someone who will go above and beyond for my clients. Being a Realtor is about helping people find their perfect –- either buying a home for the perfect price or selling their current home for the most amount of money possible with the least amount of time and hassle. I want to minimize the complications of buying and selling a home and ensure it’s an enjoyable experience for clients.
It’s all about strategy and forward thinking, mixed with the psychology of our current marketplace. I will use every tool at my disposal to help you get the results you desire, and guide you through the process from start to finish. I believe you should have a Realtor you can trust with the largest purchase of your life, and that’s why I do most of my business by referral.
If you’re looking to buy or sell a home or have questions about my services, please contact me. I’d love to help you find your perfect home!
Background
Originally from Montreal, Quebec, Rachel moved to Ottawa in 2000 to pursue a double major in Criminology and Psychology at the University of Ottawa. She uses her experience to guide her clients through some of the most monumental decisions of their lives. Prior to working in real estate, Rachel worked in social services for non-profit organizations and the province of Ontario. In 2005, she was accredited as a Sales Representative by the Ontario Real Estate Association and is now Broker of Record for Royal LePage Team Realty Hammer & Associates, Brokerage.
Fun Fact
Rachel loves practicing hot yoga, walking trails with her children, and speaks three languages fluently.
Awards and Accreditations
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Executive Circle Award Winner
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National Chairman’s Club Winner, Top 1% for Commissions Earned and Units Sold in Canada
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Red Diamond Award Winner, Top 3% in Canada for Market Area
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Emerald Award Winner, Top 40 Realtors for Eastern Ontario
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Elected Board Director for the Ottawa Real Estate Board
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Second Chair of Professional Standards
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Chairman of Discipline Committee for the Ottawa Real Estate Board
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Chairman of Realtors Care Foundation
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Certified Negotiation Expert through the Real Estate Negotiation Institute
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Member of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) since 2005
Charitable Affiliations
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Youville Centre Scholarship Provider
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Youth Services Bureau, Young Women’s Shelter
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Ottawa Food Bank
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Canada Day Sponsor for local community
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Royal LePage Shelter Foundation
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Ontario Realtors Care Foundation
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Habitat for Humanity
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Annual Sponsor to various local community initiatives and youth hockey leagues
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Forests Ontario
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Coldest Night of the Year | Ottawa Mission
Testimonials
Rachel and her team were great to work with. They made selling our home during this pandemic easy and surpassed our expectations in how our property was presented. Our home sold in record time and above the asking price. If you want a personable, professional and committed team, choose the Rachel Hammer Real Estate Team.
Rachel and her team are truly fantastic. They are very responsive, they listen to the homeowner, and are very open and honest about their strategies and knowledge of the real estate market. They work together as a team and you know they sincerely care about selling your house as much as you do.
Our sale came with more than one unforeseen hurdle and Rachel and her team handled all of them like true pros. We always felt confident with them in our corner, helping us overcome these issues and ultimately selling our house while exceeding our expectations. I would highly recommend Rachel and her team to anyone looking to buy or sell a house. We are extremely satisfied with their service.
Join our team!
The rachelhammer.com real estate team is made up of dedicated professionals, focused on providing the highest quality real estate services in Ottawa. We strive to exceed our clients’ expectations, and conduct ninety percent of our business based on referrals. We regularly give back to the community that has helped us thrive. If you are motivated, reliable, and want to work with our award-winning, nationally ranked team, contact us today!
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