Testini Real Estate

Testini Real Estate Trust - Experience - Integrity Welcome to my business page. Don't forget to like my page. I started my Real Estate career back in 1994.

I've assisted many people over the years sell there homes, investment properties and businesses. I can assist and guide you with

06/04/2026

For Sale/ 11709 248th St, Maple Ridge • $1,249,999

2.45 flat acres close to town and on city water, offering a private rural feel on a quiet dead-end road. With adjacent development nearby, this property gives you space, privacy, and great potential.

Zoned RS-3 and located within the Agricultural Land Reserve, the lot measures approximately 165' x 655' as shown on the legal plan. All measurements and boundaries are approximate and should be verified by the buyer if important.

A small rancher sits on the property and is currently tenanted. Build your dream home and enjoy being close to the city. Sold for land value only and priced below 2025 assessed value.

Comment “ACRE” and we’ll send you more info.

For showings:

Robert Testini
(604) 787-3908

Grand Central Realty

06/03/2026

Most people think real estate investors get rich from one big deal.

In reality, it’s actually: you buy strategically, hold long-term and let time do the heavy lifting.

The right property can create multiple layers of wealth at once:
→ cash flow
→ mortgage paydown
→ appreciation
→ tax advantages
→ leverage

That’s why so many investors stay in the game for decades. Not because it’s fast, but because it compounds.

05/28/2026

“Being a realtor will teach you money management…”

Funny...but, it's true.

People see the closings, commissions, and highlight reel of real estate. What they don’t see is the discipline it takes to build a business where nothing is guaranteed month to month.

This industry teaches you cash flow management, negotiation, resilience, consistency, and how to think long-term even in unpredictable markets.

One deal can change your month, but the habits you build are what change your life.

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Here’s what I’d tell you if I wasn’t scared of hurting your feelings...1️⃣ Value isn’t opinion, it’s what the market res...
05/27/2026

Here’s what I’d tell you if I wasn’t scared of hurting your feelings...

1️⃣ Value isn’t opinion, it’s what the market responds to.
2️⃣ Neighbour sales help guide context, but they don’t define your price. Every home carries its own conditions, timing, and demand signals.
3️⃣ Overpricing doesn’t create leverage, it creates hesitation, then silence.

Raise your hand if you’d rather be aligned before hitting the market than react after. 🙋

05/21/2026

Most buyers think the hardest part is finding the house.

Well, hate to break it you but...it’s not.

The hard part is actually knowing:
• what’s overpriced
• what’s going to cost you later
• when to walk away
• when to move fast
• and how to negotiate without overpaying

That’s where a good Realtor actually matters.

Comment ‘HOME’ and I’ll help you navigate the process.

05/19/2026

If I was 25 and wanted to own a home in Vancouver by 35, I wouldn’t overthink it.

I’d focus on this instead:

1. Open a FHSA first.
2. Pay yourself before you spend a dollar.
3. Your credit score is quiet leverage, so build it early.
4. Learn about mortgages.
5. Live below your means.
6. Track your money for 90 days.
7. Focus on earning more.
8. Consider a roommate.
9. Consider a "starter home."
10. Last but not least...the biggest advantage is time. So start early!

Do you agree?

05/14/2026

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05/12/2026

You're not poor...the gap is just real.

05/07/2026

I never thought this one moment would change how I looked at the business:

I was driving to a showing thinking about quitting when my client called and said, "Thank you for actually explaining everything to us. Every other agent just tried to sell us."

That’s when I realized the agents who last aren’t the loudest, they’re the ones people trust when things get stressful. This business rewards the people who keep showing up long before the results show up.

Do you agree?

05/05/2026

Everyone gets excited about “$10K off”… but that’s not always the smartest move.

Here’s how I walk my clients through it 👇

Option 1: Lower purchase price
Yes, it brings your mortgage down.
Smaller loan = slightly lower monthly payment and less interest over time.

Good on paper.

But here’s what most buyers don’t realize…

It doesn’t help you get the home.

You still need full cash for closing—legal fees, taxes, insurance, all of it.

Now flip it.

Option 2: Seller covers $10K in closing costs
Your purchase price stays the same.
Your payment is a bit higher.

But you’re not scrambling to come up with extra cash at the finish line.

And that changes everything.

Because in real life, buyers aren’t just thinking about the mortgage…
They’re thinking about moving costs, furniture, unexpected repairs, life.

So here’s how I usually break it down:

Take the price reduction if:
• You’ve already got strong cash reserves
• You care about minimizing your monthly payment
• You’re planning to hold the property long-term

Take the closing cost credit if:
• Cash is tight going into closing
• You want breathing room after you get the keys
• You’d rather keep liquidity than shave a bit off the payment

And here’s something I negotiate for my clients all the time…

It’s not always either/or.

Depending on the market, we can structure offers that include a bit of both.

That’s where strategy comes in.

Because the best deal isn’t about winning on price...it’s about putting yourself in the strongest position after the deal closes.

Comment “STRATEGY” if you need help structuring your offer.👇

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