Mark Lawand - Keller Williams Select Realty

06/07/2026

Another week, another opportunity to learn.

I'm excited to share that I've recently earned the RESA® Certified Staging Advocate™ (RESA-CSA™) designation.

This certification isn't about becoming a professional stager myself - I'll happily leave that to the talented experts who do it every day. Instead, it's about helping my clients better understand the value that thoughtful staging can bring to the selling process and knowing how to make informed decisions that maximize a home's appeal.

One thing I've learned in real estate is that there is always more to know. Sometimes I wish I could absorb it all at once. From marketing and negotiations to construction, financing, seniors' housing, green homes, and now staging, this industry never stops evolving.

That's exactly why I continue investing time in education. The more I learn, the better equipped I am to guide my clients, solve problems, and deliver the level of service and value they deserve.

If you're thinking about selling and wondering whether staging, updates, or other improvements are worth the investment, I'd be happy to help you sort through the options and create a strategy that makes sense for your situation.

📩 Reach out anytime for a conversation.

06/06/2026

🎉 Bonus! Visit a participating Keller Williams Select Realty open house on Sunday, June 7 for
a chance to win a YETI Cooler, courtesy of A Buyers Choice Home Inspections. To enter,
visitors must sign in and provide consent to be contacted.

06/04/2026

Another smooth sale officially closed!

One of the most satisfying parts of this business is seeing happy clients reach the finish line and knowing they're thrilled with the outcome. While every transaction has its challenges, the process tends to go much more smoothly when clients trust the advice of the professionals they've hired to guide them.

A successful closing is never the work of one person. It takes great cooperation between buyers and sellers, Realtors, lawyers, home inspectors, lenders, and everyone else involved behind the scenes. Our job as Realtors is to bring all those moving pieces together, communicate effectively, solve problems, and keep everyone moving toward the same goal.

Congratulations to my wonderful clients on a successful sale, and a big thank you to everyone who helped make it such a positive experience.

Thinking about making a move? Reach out anytime and let's talk about how I can help you enjoy a smooth, successful sale too.

06/02/2026

📍 Lot 11 Kinburn Street, Mahone Bay

Some opportunities are simply too rare to overlook.

Just listed in the heart of Mahone Bay, this extraordinary 1+ acre property offers something that is becoming increasingly difficult to find: a large, private development parcel within walking distance of one of Nova Scotia's most beloved coastal towns.
Surrounded by mature trees and bordered by approximately 200 feet of a beautiful brook, the property combines the peace and privacy of a country retreat with the convenience of cafés, restaurants, shops, trails, and everyday amenities just minutes away.

Adding to its character is a historic 24' x 48' barn, offering endless possibilities for restoration, creative use, or incorporation into a future development vision. With residential zoning and the potential for up to three structures, this is a property where imagination and opportunity meet.

Large in-town parcels of this calibre rarely come to market in Mahone Bay. Whether your vision is a luxury estate, multi-generational retreat, boutique development, or a one-of-a-kind barndominium, opportunities like this are few and far between.

If you've been waiting for something truly special, this may be the one.

$450,000 MLS # 202612893

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06/02/2026

🔑 This open house is part of Paint the Town Red — a province-wide KW Select open house
event celebrating homes and communities throughout the region!

05/14/2026

The May newsletter is out and packed with practical insights for homeowners, buyers, and sellers across the South Shore.

This month I’m covering:

• Mortgage pre-approvals don’t always guarantee the property itself will qualify
• Smart flood protection tips every homeowner should know
• Local market thoughts and updates from around the region.

Real estate is changing quickly, and staying informed helps people make better decisions with less stress. If you’d like to chat about your own plans, reach out anytime.

I’ve got some great updates for you: important market trends, tips for navigating mortgages, and featured listings.

05/12/2026

Accepted offer on a fantastic mixed-use property right in the heart of Bridgewater!

So thrilled for my sellers, who stayed patient, focused, and positive from start to finish. We aimed high and came very close in the end thanks to multiple offers. Seeing their excitement makes all the work worthwhile.

There are still important steps ahead to get this deal across the finish line, but this is a major milestone worth celebrating.

If you’ve been thinking about buying or selling, let’s talk about a strategy that puts you in the strongest position possible.

04/30/2026

04/30/2026

Accepted offer ✔️

Strong negotiations got us to this first major milestone but there’s still plenty of due diligence ahead before this one is firm. This is where experience matters. I guide my buyers through every step to make sure we get all the way across the finish line.

Grateful I was chosen to help my clients strategically downsize their real estate investments.

Thinking of making a chance? Let’s talk.