Reviews of Gordon's Downsizing & Estate Services Ltd. (Real Estate Agency)

David Pope

The services they provide are professional & very helpful! I've hired them myself & have only good things to say! MaxSold is fun & totally legit!

Matt Pope

The services provided by Gordon's were indispensable when my mom was transitioning from her home to a retirement facility last year. We couldn't be happier with the outcome of the house sale and the auction of many of her items. Gordon's easily paid for itself by getting a much better purchase price for the home than we could have ever done ourselves. When factoring in the mental anguish that we avoided by not taking on the huge job of getting Mom's place ready to sell all by ourselves, and the sorting/moving or selling her possessions, in was easily one of the best decisions we made. Highly recommended!

Sarah

We couldn’t be happier with our purchasing experiences with Marty. He is very professional, available and highly knowledgeable of the Kingston market. Marty has now helped us purchase two homes and went above and beyond each time to find us the perfect property. Thank you Marty!

Jessica Stuart

We contacted Gordon’s after finding a condo for my Grandma that they had listed. They sent all requested information quickly and, after connecting us with a buyer’s agent, we made an offer within 24 hours. Moving is stressful and overwhelming at the best of times, but made even more so in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Manson, Cathy and their team were professional, helpful, patient and understanding as they worked with us to determine a timeline for the move. Manson also arranged and organized all aspects of the sale of Grandma’s waterfront home. Things couldn’t have been easier. Grandma is now comfortably moved into her new condo and her home had an accepted offer within two weeks and closed shortly after that. My family and I would recommend Gordon’s for all your moving and downsizing needs.

Taimi Post

I have been referring Gordon's Downsizing and Estate Services for many years. They provide exceptional service, personalized advice and always live up to their promises. It is reassuring to be able to put our trust in a company such as Gordon's and have them deliver every single time.

Mark O'Farrell

Working with the team at Gordon's to sell this property was nothing short of stunning. I've been buying and selling real estate all my life and yet it felt as though I'd never actually worked with a realtor before. Everybody knew what they were doing and they knew what each other was doing. From planning, through execution and delivery, honestly - every step was flawless.

Helen McDiarmid

There are so many good things to say about this company. I had an impossibly huge task ahead of me and they took on the many tasks in a very organized fashiion. Everyone was quick to respond, help and offer advice. In the end I needed even more help and they were quick to jump in and do so. Everyone was friendly, caring and helpful. I cannot say enough good things about this company and would highly recommend them.

Vicki Bruce

When my father passed away my family knew how much caregiving I had done for him for so many years. My siblings both live out of province and when they suggested your services I was so very happy. Everything was done beautifully and even in the middle of a pandemic they sold my father’s house. I would refer their services to anyone because the staff truly cares for their clients.

Pam Buell

I had been considering downsizing from a huge old house to a small condominium for the past five years or so. I found the very thought of it to be daunting, especially dealing with the contents of a life well lived and a house well loved for 20+ years. I screwed up my courage and contacted Gordon's Downsizing to discuss my plans. From that first meeting with Barry Gordon, I knew that I had made the right decision. I was assured that I could use as many or as few of their services to assist with the downsize as I needed. From the listing of the property, through the showings and final sale, to packing and moving, to the online auction for disposal of contents that were not moving to the new location, to a final cleaning of the house and outbuildings; each step of the way was led by compassionate, friendly, professionals who advised me and helped make a very complicated and stressful experience seamless. Downsizing is NOT EASY but Gordon's made it possible for me. I certainly could not have done it without them. I highly recommend their services to anyone needing to move on. Thank you Gordon's Team

Lucy Medeiros

I wish to thank all the staff at Gordon' Downsizing & Estate Services: For their patience, respect, and understanding in dealing with our aging mother. For their understanding and for always being there and offering to assist us with all the unforeseen circumstances that arose during the sale of our mother’s home. Their promptness and willingness to assist us no matter what the issue was greatly appreciated. For their professionalism and advice based on their years’ of experience in real estate. It went a long way in helping us to make all the decisions we needed to make during this process. My husban and I will definitely use Gordon's when the time comes for us to downsize and sell our home.

kevin oshaughnessy

An amazingly caring and detail oriented company

judith bastien

We are very satisfied with all of the work that Gordon's has done for us, from Barry to Cathy to Manson and all of the lovely hardworking ladies. They were always available for any questions we might have and ready to solve them. We would recommend them any time for any of your downsizing issues. Sincerely Wayne and Judith.

Chris Baird

Gordons did the impossible--packed and moved my mother out of her home of 65 years. We could never have done it without them and everything was done with utmost sensitivity and professionalism. Can't recommend them highly enough.

Jamie Earhart

After a loss in the family, I had to sell a family member's property and house, which were in a remote location and several hours from where I lived. Enter Gordon's. They could not have been better to deal with and things could not have been easier! I have zero negative things to say about them. They took care of everything, including the cleaning and prepping of the house, the sale of the contents and all the appointments. Communication through phone, text and email was timely and often. Document signing and paperwork were all handled through email. Each member of the team in this process were friendly, helpful and professional. Their advice was invaluable throughout the process. If you need to sell a house, Gordon's is the way to do it!

Dan Atack

As the sale of my dad’s condo has just closed, I wanted to drop you a note of thanks for all the fantastic service your team has provided. From the contents sale thru selling the condo everything has been handled so well and things were made so easy for me, I would recommend your services in a heartbeat. Great job!

Sandra Gordon

We have moved 5 or 6 times in our lives. Always supervised by my husband's employer. This was a move I would have to handle by myself, due to my husband's ill health. I had heard of Gordon's Estates and how they did everything from packing up our belongings to selling our home. They did everything and more. I would highly recommend Gordon's if you are facing a move. And no, we are not related in any way with Gordon's Estates. Great company, great staff. Sandra Gordon

jill rooksby

Gordon’s Estate Services helped me when my parents had to move into a care home. I was completely overwhelmed by the thought of organizing, packing and selling everything in the apartment. Kathy and her team were fantastic from start to finish. Having professionals to help you organize and take on the heavy lifting was invaluable. I cannot recommend them enough.

Mike Baillot

Unfortunately the listed properties are not on the Mls website.

danya slik

After our father passed away, mom was left in a 6,000 sq. ft house on her own packed to the rafters on 3 levels. Gordon's helped us help our mother come to terms with downsizing by calming her anxieties over moving and having to let go of her home and many of her possessions. This is something that would not have been possible without their calming advice and plan. Gordon's helped mom find a new home, worked with her on deciding what to take, sorted, packed, moved and unpacked her in her new home and got her completely settled. Then they expertly tackled the enormous job of emptying the house with 2 online auctions, preparing the home for sale and then selling it in just 2 weeks for $105,000 over the asking price. Fast forward 4 years, mom passed away in 2020 and Gordon's was our first call to arrange real estate and personal property appraisals for the probate application, allowing us to start the estate settlement process quickly. Once family had taken the things bequeathed to them and other personal items from the house, we turned the keys over to Gordon's. The Gordon's team took over and sold the remaining items in the house in an online auction, emptied, cleaned and prepared the home for sale and sold it in 7 days for $52,000 above the listing price. Words to describe the Gordon's team would include professional, compassionate, patient, hard working, honest and trustworthy. When it is my turn to downsize and sell my home, I will be calling Gordon's again.

Marie Edwards

I highly recommend any and all services that Gordon’s offer. They have helped me downsize, relocate and set up my last three moves. Utilizing Gordon’s services is one stop shopping at its best! Friendly, professional staff, reliable movers and competitive prices. Give them a call when you are moving or need help downsizing... you won’t be sorry! Marie Edwards

Eduard Ignea

Sometimes very nice people, other quite rude. Sometimes decent presentation and pics other time the reality totally different from the pics. I wish at least the pics are showing better details and better focus. Edit: We worked together on MaxSold. I participated at quite a few of your Estate Auctions there. I am pretty sure you are the same Gordon.

Ken Noakes

Barry Gordon presented a webinar to our not-for-profit group on preparations for downsizing. Very informative and well received by our members. I wouldn't hesitate to work with Gordon's Downsizing and Estate services again.

Elaine Sidlauskas

Fantastic! It is an awful experience to be forced to move especially through no fault of your own. Gordon'd babied us through. No judgements were passed, no impatience shown with seniors having to deal with this event. Everything was clarified. Everyone was respectful. From top to bottom each individual treated us with kindness and understanding. We came to. be very fond of Manson Silk who would sit and visit without making us feel like we were holding him up. Everything was efficient. The day of the move was organized. We were kept informed of everything happening. Elaine Sidlauskas.

Susan Gibbon

My husband Gerald Johnsrude and I downsized from a 4 bedroom , 4 bathroom home in Kingston which also had a finished basement to a downtown apartment with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Right from the first visit from Barry Gordon to when the last packer and mover left our apartment, we were treated like very special guests . Amazing service Our real estate agent ,Sherry Mayhew , was professional , understanding and very kind and kept us in the loop with daily updates . We also had exceptional care from Cathy Gordon who organized the actual move. The day of the move , 7 packers arrived on time at 9 am and were finished early afternoon .They worked so well as a team and we were impressed that they never stopped till they had a fast lunch at noon ....not even a coffee break ! The movers arrived at 1130 and shrink wrapped every bit of furniture before loading on the truck so no damage. Gordons had booked the elevator at our apartment for 830 the following morning and by the time Jerry and I arrived , they had already unloaded several boxes . Th unpacking was all done by 1 pm ...and everything put away .....even beds made ! The movers were very courteous to the tenants on our floor and when an elevator was required even though one was booked , the movers took the tenants down so there was no waiting . We highly recommend Gordons Downsizing and Real Estate service .

r bell

On behalf of my Mother and my family I wish to take this opportunity to thank Gordon's Team for their excellent professional service and support during the downsizing and sale of my Mother’s home when she was admitted into Long Term Care. It is a very emotional and difficult journey for a family to take. Gordon's advice, understanding, gentle leadership, patience and kindness during this journey was truly appreciated. I would personally recommend this Professional Team for they truly are as advertised a "one-stop shop for all your downsizing, move management and transition needs." Rose Bell Kingston Ontario

Fran Larkin

What a difference these folks made to my move! Leaving a huge house with 20 years of accumulated stuff was exhausting as well as emotionally difficult. Just the thought of it was awful. Gordon's quietly and efficiently took charge and got it done, including auctioning off my surplus belongings. I couldn't have asked for better service. Everyone, including Kathy Gordon, the sorters & packers, and the movers were so kind and helpful. I can't say the move was not stressful, but far less so than if Gordon's had not been involved. Thank you so much to all of you for your advice and help. You were awesome!

Susan Butler

One year ago today, my mother moved into a retirement home. She joined my father there, who had been moved three months previously into full-assisted care in the same facility. My mother’s decision to drastically downsize, sell the family home, and make this move meant that she and the family were faced with the enormous task of sorting and purging, packing, and readying the home for selling. It was overwhelming, and we wisely realized that professional help was needed to get everything done with the least amount of stress for everyone involved. So we interviewed three companies who specialize in facilitating seniors’ moves and decided to engage the services of Gordon’s Downsizing and Estate Services. We were extremely happy with our decision. Gordon’s took care of everything that had to be done at the house, the move to the new home was smooth and stress-free, and the house was sold quickly for a good price. The professionalism, care, work ethic, depth of knowledge, and positive attitude shown by all the nice people at Gordon’s was excellent.