In Fall of 2016 I reached out to Mr. Dwyer to gather information on the possible options for selling my house. I had just finalized my divorce & wanted to be rid of my house for sentimental reasons, but thought some expert advice might guide me in balancing the speed of sale vs. getting the best dollar value for my house. I was originally of the mindset to just offload the house at any price, even at a loss. I believed my house might have even been un-sellable in its current condition. He brought with him statistical information about what similar houses in my neighbourhood were selling for and helped advise what steps I could take to make my house on par with theirs. He walked through my house and reminded me of all of the good features my house already had but I failed to recognize in my depressed state. He was incredibly patient with me over the course of the next few months as I slowly made improvements to the house. Time and time again, I would ask him questions, or tell him I was ready to list the house and then suddenly I'd change my mind. Each time he was understanding and professional. After finishing the renovations, Mr. Dwyer came in and made a listing for my house I never dreamed could have been possible. He made my house look unbelievably good in description, photos and a video. His social media presence helped get my house the attention it needed. After just one month on the market, I accepted an offer at the precise dollar value he had predicted for me 7 months beforehand. I made a 537.5% return on investment on the materials required to do the upgrades he had recommended. Without the perfect balance of his knowledge of the market, his empathy for understanding my struggles, and his ability to advertise a home better than anyone else, I would be struggling financially and emotionally right now. Instead, I have sold my house at a significant profit and have the freedom I worried I'd never have. Thank you Mr. Dwyer. read more

My Fiancee and I had decided we have had enough with apartment living as we've both done it for almost 10 years each in halifax. We started looking for a home and we set up with a Realtor which turned out to be a nightmare and made the process that we knew was going to be stressful even more difficult. With a recommendation from a friend we found James Dwyer. From our first conversation he was honest, upfront, personable, and Incredibly reliable for any questions that we might have had, and didn't make us feel like we were asking the wrong thing or we should already know. He explained the process of purchasing our first home and made us feel like it was a truly Personal experience for us, as if we were the only people who he was working with even know we knew he also had a busy Schedule. We had a very small area that we were interested in living in and he did everything he could to make sure we were taken care of. Showed us every home in the area and surrounding area and even took us back to places for comparisons before finally settling. Every recommendation he had given us we took, From the home inspector, down to what route we should take on some issues we had found. He fought tooth and nail for what he thought was right, and using technology to read and sign all the documents from wherever Katelyn and myself were in our busy schedules. At the end of the day we got more than what we could ever have expected. It was truly an amazing experience working with him and would recommend him to anybody. Thanks again James. Dylan & Katelyn read more

Our house had already been on the market for six months when I asked James to be our realtor. We knew each other over social media, and I liked his approach to realty. As soon as James started to advertise our home, we began to book showings on what seemed like every day! It became apparent that the house just wasn't going to be an easy sell, but that didn't deter James. He put in tons of work, from making info cards with information about the house history and neighborhood, to answering dozens of questions from interested buyers from all over the country. The entire time I felt that he was transparent with us, always keeping us involved and informed. After hundreds of showings, and a few offers that didn't quite take, James found us the perfect buyers. We sold our home and almost immediately turned our sights to another, quite a ways outside HRM. We asked James to book us a showing and he didn't hesitate to start helping us find a new home. He drove more than an hour each way for each showing, but it was worth it. We ended up buying our dream home very quickly, and James facilitated everything, and even calmed my nerves a few times (house selling/buying is stressful!) We move in to our new home just before Christmas, and we are so excited to raise our family there. I can't recommend James highly enough. Selling our first home was a full time job, and he was a true professional. He took us from our first home to our 'forever' home. read more

James assisted my husband and I in the purchasing of our first home. We were unfamiliar with the process and James's guidance throughout was invaluable. We had an initial meeting with him where he went over the buying process, including timelines, provincial regulations of the housing market, and Halifax real estate in general. Once we gave him our criteria, James set to work, sending us listings that matched our budget and wants. He was always flexible in meeting us and showing us houses and encouraged us to go to see many different kinds of houses to become educated in Halifax real estate. Once we found a house we wanted to put an offer on, James worked diligently and we managed to get our house for OVER $25K UNDER ASKING!!! He was always available for us and is timely in his response. His team at Press Realty helped us through the entire process and all were wonderful to work with. The number one reason why we would recommend James is because he is HONEST. He truly represented us to the best of his abilities and and kept our best interest as his top priority. He is genuine, sincere, dedicated, and his no-BS approach to helping us buy our home made the whole experience very pleasant. I would not hesitate to recommend him to ANYONE looking to purchase or sell a home. James is the most knowledgeable, friendly, and hard-working real estate agent and we will definitely be using him in our future real estate endeavours. read more

We decided to work with James to buy our first home in Dartmouth, NS... and we are very glad that we did! From initial viewings, to our final walkthrough, James was professional, punctual, personable, and incredibly knowledgeable in all aspects of real estate. James took his time explaining every step of the buying process and was quick to answer any questions that came up. When viewing properties James performed a thorough inspection with us, looking for possible problems in construction, the quality of finishes, appliances, etc. He was very knowledgable about home construction and renovation. We viewed lots of homes, and when we began to feel discouraged about not finding the right one for us, James reassured us to be patient, and ensured that we never settled for anything less than what we deserved. There was never any pressure to submit an offer on a property. James' motivation for us finding the right home always felt genuine. When it came time to make an offer on our home, James was prompt and we were able to sign our contract via email from our apartment. During closing, there was lots of communication and instruction on what to do, and when to do it. Working with James was a great experience and we would recommend his services to anyone! read more

I found James through a friend of mine. I was re-listing my home as I had no success with my original listing and I really needed someone that could sell. I was also already moved away to another city so I desperately needed someone that I could trust that was willing to take time to go to my property and make sure it is in good shape. After chatting few times with James I felt he sounded promising and I let him know the kind of realtor I was looking for and what my expectation was, he gladly accepted my requests. Sure enough he kept his promise and frequently checked my property to ensure it is in its best shape for viewing, he followed up with buyer after every viewing and gave me update. Within three months he was able to secure a buyer for me, unfortunately the inspector found a problem with my house, James went above and beyond and referred a contractor to me that would charge less than if I went with someone else and we got the problem fixed and in the end it was win win for me and the buyer. I strongly recommend James to anyone that is looking for a realtor, he is really personally, approachable, most importantly he keep his promises, and he will keep you informed. This was a very important factor when i was looking for a good realtor. read more

JD is that perfect piece of mid-century modern furniture that's been updated. He's got that sleek old school style, where even the smallest details are scrutinized. That old school style includes old school, actual, customer service. If you can still remember good customer service, choosing James will be like taking a pleasant stroll down memory lane, to a time where what you thought and actually desired mattered and someone would even listen. If you were born after 1995 (or there abouts) and have never actually experienced good customer service, choosing James will also serve as a living history lesson. But the kid isn't some relic who was transported here from the late 60s. Oh no, he's completely up on all the hip modern technology that helps you get what you want in a house. Technology that saves you time and energy when he's found you the perfect place to call home; or a buyer for the place that is past its perfection date. James is a perfect mixutre of the best things you nostalgically remember of the "good ol' days" and the promises made of technology that would actually make our lives easier. Choose James Dwyer and you'll love yourself for it. read more

Now that we are finally settled into our lovely new home I just wanted to give a quick shoutout to our friend James Dwyer. James is hardworking, professional, patient, devoted family man and helped us graciously to find our new beautiful home. He understood what we were looking for in our new home. None of this would have been possible without the help and guidance of James. We honestly didn't know what we were getting ourselves into. James was always on top of whatever questions or concerns we had. He is a pleasure to work with as sometimes buying a house can be quite stressful. He always kept his cool and reassured us we would find what we were looking for. I'd refer James to anyone who is in the market of buying or selling. James is devoted to helping his clients find what they are truly looking for and treats them like family. Even though it was an especially busy time for James as his family was growing with the birth of his second child. He was always there to help us with whatever concerns we had and was able to find the time to help us find the house we wanted. Thanks for everything you did for us and continue to do. The McNeill family. read more

My fiancé and I couldn't have asked for a more dependable, knowledgeable, fun and professional agent to help us make the biggest financial decision of our lives. James was great at explaining things I didn't understand, which let's be honest, was a lot. He was available whenever we needed him and walked us through the process with ease. Buying your first home is a stressful time, and James helped relieve some of that stress with all of his knowledge, trustworthiness, as well as his sense of humor. James does more than help people find a house, he helps them find a community and a home. A place you're proud of, a place you look forward to raising your family and growing old with the person you love. James helps complete your story. Thank you James for making mine and Ryan's dream come true, we truly love our new home and couldn't be happier. read more

I have had the pleasure of knowing James for over 10 years. Over those years James has proven to me that he is trustworthy, hard-working, honest, resilient and above all else, dependable. James has been a colleague, a mentor, a friend and someone I know I can go to for advice of any kind. I would recommend James to anyone looking to purchase or sell their home, anyone seeking advice on mortgages or simply anyone looking to know what their options are before diving into the decision process. The reason I would recommend him goes far beyond his vast knowledge of the Real Estate industry and has to do with the fact that he genuinely wants to make a difference in peoples lives and in the city of Halifax. He has the desire and ability to bring out the best in people and to turn someone's day around, and that is the type of person I'd recommend. read more

James Dwyer is a really professional down-to-earth realtor. My wife and I were searching for a home in HRM from another province and as we choose our favorites, James would visit them and give us the pros and cons of each (this really helped in a world where every home picture was photo-shopped to look amazing). When we arrived in HRM to view homes and ultimately to choose one, James highlighting important aspects of homes and the homes real value. This was our first home and we had no real clue on the process, but James made us feel comfortable and well-informed and promptly answered any of our questions. I had recommended James to a friend of ours at the same time we were buying and they are also extremely pleased. He has continued to followup with us to ensure we are happy with our home and we will continue to recommend him to others. read more

Jason and Jeremy of Press Realty assisted our family in selling our parents' house and I have to say, I was impressed. Having dealt with many real estate agents in the past over various properties personally and professionally I can honestly say that James goes beyond what I have seen as the "norm" when it comes to his efforts on marketing, staying in touch with the seller with constant updates (which is an important factor to me!) as well as going out of his way to resolve issues that come up either by solving them between him and Jeremy or accessing a network of specialists, all being professionals in their own fields. For anybody looking for a good, hardworking representative that will go all out and above and beyond to sell your house, James struck that chord and I would recommend his services. read more

James Dwyer is one of the most hardworking and dedicated real estate agent in Halifax. He takes pride in his work and is 100% committed to achieving his clients goals. James has excellent work ethics and I would highly recommend his services to anyone who is looking to buy or sell their home. James believes in open communication with his clients and and has amazing marketing skills. He provides all his clients with all the necessary information one would need when making a informed decision when buying or selling their home. His goals are to make the process of buying or selling rewarding, stress free and enjoyable. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, hard working and trustworthy real estate agent in Halifax/ Dartmouth area James Dwyer is your guy. read more

James is truly the very best at his job. We gave him a tough sell in tough circumstances and he remained strong and positive and in the end got us exactly what we wanted. He sold our condo when we didn't think it was possible. James always provided options and advice and we were truly well taken care of. He is real, down to earth, and great at making sure everyone has the facts and a good understanding of everything that's going on. He was always available to answer our questions and he made us feel like we were the only clients he had. He is the most passionate, professional and personable person I have ever met. There is no doubt James will be our first call the next time we are in the market for buying or selling. read more

James assisted us in buying our first home. We had a ton of questions and concerns and he pleasantly addressed and answered all of them in great detail. He is very dedicated and hard working and will work until he finds the right house for you. I always felt very comfortable and taken care of with James representing us as home buyers. He stayed with us throughout the entire process and ensured that we understood everything. Buying our first home was extremely easy with James. He organized everything for us and provided great people to assist in the areas that he could not, for example recommending a home inspector and lawyer. I would recommend anyone to James in a heartbeat! read more

We are really impressed with James. He is honest with us and has been a very dependable advocate in all things related to our selling/buying process. I have confidence in him because he has answers for our questions and isn't afraid to go into detail when we ask. He also has people he trusts that he goes to when he isn't 100% sure. This is so much better than someone who magically has all the answers. His passion for the business is clear and he helped us get excited about the process. Selling your home and buying a new one is a lot of work but he was able to make sure we were always focused on the right things so we never felt like we were wasting our time. read more

Professionalism, knowledgable, dependable, and honesty are only a few words that come to mind when James Dwyer's name comes up. He is my go to guy for any Real Estate questions or concerns and the first person I recommend to family, friends or anyone I encounter who may have Real Estate concerns or questions. James isn't just about helping you purchase or sell, he legitimately cares for those wishing to make said moves. Helping to give confidence, knowledge and up to date information first, above all, to anyone who is in need. There are very few Realtors that have those qualities, and for that, I highly recommend you give James a call. read more

The task of buying my first home was extremely daunting. It was all new to me. But after I talked to James and we started looking at houses, I knew I was in good hands. He helped me though every step of buying a home. I am very impressed with his knowledge of it all. I learned a lot about what to look for in homes, the good and the bad. So I made a decision on the house I wanted and James made the process extremely smooth and seamless for me. From offers, negotiations, inspections, financial aspects to lawyers. He had it all covered. I would absolutely reccommend James to anyone. read more

James is a realistic, passionate and experienced real estate professional. He goes above and beyond for his clients while making you feel as if you're the only one who has his undivided attention. In helping to sell my parents home, his communication was excellent, guiding us every step of the way, through the most unexpected circumstances. He turned what could have been a negative experience into a positive one. For that reason alone I could never thank him enough. Without hesitation, my husband and I would highly recommend James for all of your real estate needs. read more