May 16, 2025

When Ken and I bought our first home, we thought we were doing everything right. After all, we were finally homeowners—wasn’t that the dream? But what we didn’t know then is that we weren’t just buying a roof over our heads… we were holding a powerful wealth-building tool in our hands—and had no idea how to use it.

That first property could have been our launchpad. Instead, it became our classroom—and we learned many lessons the hard way.

For years, we felt the weight of doing it all alone—making decisions based on guesswork, cultural norms, and well-meaning but misguided advice. We made mistakes. We missed opportunities. And at times, we felt stuck. If we’d had someone to walk with us—someone who had already taken the journey and could help us avoid the pitfalls—we know things would have looked different, sooner.

That’s why we’re so passionate about helping others today.

We don’t just want to help you buy a home. We want to help you build a life—one that’s rooted in financial wisdom, peaceful decision-making, and long-term vision. Because your first home isn’t just about living in the right location or choosing the right paint colour. It’s about understanding how that one decision can create ripple effects for generations.

We’ve seen it firsthand with our clients:

• The young college grad who bought a small home and rented out rooms until he could afford his next property.
• The newly married couple who leveraged their basement as a rental unit to accelerate their wealth plan.
• The single mom who chose a home she could later use as a stepping stone—not a stopping point.

Each one had questions. Each one had doubts. And each one now has a future they can grow into with confidence—because they didn’t have to figure it all out on their own.

That’s the beauty of doing this together.

When you walk with us, you’re not just working with REALTORS®. You’re partnering with people who have walked this road, weathered the storms, and discovered what’s possible when you combine wise financial choices with a heart for legacy.

And nothing delights us more than watching someone get it—when the lightbulb goes on and they realize, “I’m not just buying a home… I’m setting up my future.” We live for those moments.

Because when you work with the Dekker Team, you get more than market insights and negotiation skills. You get mentorship, encouragement, and guidance from people who care deeply about helping you do it right the first time. You get a team that sees you not just as a client—but as a fellow traveler on the path to something better.

And if you’ve already bought your first home and feel like you missed your chance—it’s not too late. We’ll meet you exactly where you are and help you chart your next step. Whether it’s an equity review, a personalized strategy session, or simply a conversation about what’s possible, we’re here for it.

Because at the end of the day, it’s not about the house—it’s about your life.