Manu Singh didn’t think he would touch “sales” with a 10-ft pole. And he still doesn’t perceive what he does as selling, but as advising. His clients see it as working magic.
The backbone of URBANIS, Manu blends his passion for relationship-building and serving others with his expertise and love for real estate. His journey in real estate began over 14 years ago while completing his Masters of Accountancy at the University of Waterloo. He bought his first investment property at age 22. He rolled up his sleeves and learned how to stage, market and manage his first place on his own with success.
Upon earning his CPA (Certified Public Accountant) , Manu worked as a Bay St. Consultant for 8 years at one of the big four Accounting firms in Toronto. As an Accountant/Consultant turned Real Estate Broker/Investor, he “gets” his clients because simply put, he was one of them. After hearing countless stories about colleagues being underwhelmed with their real estate experience for using a salesy approach or lacking professionalism or depth of information, he realized there has been a gap in the marketplace and is determined to shake things up, the right way. One transaction, property, client at a time.
Viewed as more than just a trusted business advisor, Manu is the go-to friend people rely on. He is the resident real estate guru who wears his big heart on his sleeve. As a regular contributor to The Globe and Mail’s Real Estate column, his insights are highly valued and sought after; other reputable sources such as BNN, BlogTO, Canadian Real Estate Magazine, REM Online, and Real Estate Professional lean on his real estate acumen as well.
Manu is a firm believer in exceeding expectations and has the kind of patience it takes to watch paint dry. He makes it his mission to find your perfect home/investment at the right price – hands on, for the entire process to make you feel at ease and hands off, when things are not in your best interest. He breaks down the numbers and presents every option with clarity and purpose, with pointers along the way. When it comes to closing the deal, Manu is the kind of masterful negotiator you want to have in your corner. He is well connected in the industry and is backed by multiple awards and words of praise from his loyal clients.