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May 17 marks National Real Estate Day, a celebration of realtors, clients, and the joys of homeownership. It's a day to recognize the accomplishment of owning a home and the dedicated realtors who helped make it possible. This year, Tanya Gordon joins the celebration. Keep reading to learn more about her and her journey in real estate!

Q&A with Tanya Gordon

Q: What inspired you to become a Real Estate Agent? A: I've always enjoyed helping others, and real estate allows me to do that even more.

Q: How do you balance your personal life with work? A: It's a tricky balance. I tend to give 110% to whatever I do and often need to remind myself to maintain harmony.

Q: What’s your favorite part about being a Realtor? A: The people. Real estate is about people, not just houses.

Q: What’s your favorite ice cream flavor? A: I love Pistachio gelato, but since it's hard to find, I settle for Baskin Robbins' lactose-free Chocolate Mint.

Q: What’s the first thing you do when you wake up in the morning? A: I make my bed.

Q: What’s your favorite movie? A: Wizard of Oz.

Q: What was the most difficult decision you had to make while becoming a CEO and Realtor? A: Sacrificing personal life at times to advance my career.

Q: Looking back, which challenges are you the proudest of overcoming? A: Overcoming fear. Real estate involves risk, and facing those fears can lead to great rewards.

Q: What’s your favourite type of music? A: It depends on my mood, but my usually go-to genre is house.

Q: What’s your favorite vacation destination? A: Aruba.

Q: Do you prefer beer or wine? A: Red wine is my favorite.

Q: What’s the craziest experience you witnessed at a showing? A: I once saw a ghost! I guess I have the gift of seeing.

Q: What’s the best kitchen feature someone could have? A: An island for gathering friends and family.

Q: What do buyers usually notice first about a house? A: They typically ask about the price and how long it has been on the market.

Q: What are three words you would use to describe Durham? A: Community, great place to raise children, beautiful waterfront.

Q: Leafs or Canadiens? A: Leafs, without a doubt!

Q: What was your first job? A: Collecting golf balls at a private golf course and selling them back to golfers, followed by working at a convenience store, Hasty Market.

Q: What’s the app you use most on your phone? A: Facebook, followed by email.

Q: What excites you most about real estate these days? A: I still get very excited about making deals!

Q: What’s the most rewarding part of your job? A: Helping people move on to different stages of their lives and often becoming wealthier in the process. We're more like advisors, which I love.

Q: What’s your favorite TV show at the moment? A: Better Call Saul.

Q: What are your top three favorite restaurants in Durham? A: Ted Reader - The Joint, Port, Bullocks.

Q: Do you have any pets? A: Yes, two cats (Zeus the Siamese and Piglet the Domestic Mix) and one dog (Titan the Great Dane).

Q: What’s your favorite song? A: I love too many to choose just one. #lovemusic

Q: What advice would you give to people looking to buy right now? A: Now is the time to get into the market. Do whatever it takes (jokingly: beg, borrow, or steal) to make it happen.

Ready to turn your dream home into a reality? Whether you’re a first-time buyer, looking to upgrade, or considering an investment property, now is the perfect time to explore real estate opportunities in your area.

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