The short story is that Daria found us our dream home, advised us on strategy to be the winning bid (within our budget) in a crazy market, and also helped us stage and sell our house for a price that surpassed our expectations. The long story is that Daria saw us through the buying and selling process like an experienced guide taking tourists through a jungle - with wisdom, clear communication, and by working tirelessly to ensure we got what we wanted (in both our purchase and our sale). Her approach is analytical (no schmoozy sales pitches here!), and her advice is informed by her plethora of experience and by her sharp real estate mind. For example, though she would have toured hundreds of homes with other clients during the time we spent looking, she could recall layouts and even small details of the homes we saw together, which helped us to compare and contrast various features. Also, Daria understands people. I believe that she tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of her clients. I was anxious while we staged our house and while it was on the market (we have young children and it was a difficult/chaotic time). Daria checked in with me, answered my MANY questions quickly and accurately, advised us on what to prioritize in the staging process, and referred me to tradespeople who made themselves available to get the house ready. Daria’s assistant, Shayla, kept on top of the details/documents of our transactions and was quick to respond to our questions. Daria is the best in the biz - we have referred her to dozens of friends since our first purchase years ago; all have been equally thrilled.

Daria made buying a house from afar a total breeze. Highly recommended from multiple friends who’ve bought and sold with her, we had high expectations and this exceptional lady blew them all out of the water. She made everything so easy for us. Daria was patient, highly knowledgeable about Ottawa and was incredibly flexible and accommodating in scheduling viewings. Because we were buying from afar, we were completely dependent on Daria throughout our house hunt — she didn’t hesitate to trek all across the city for us, and was incredibly patient and understanding with us through several course changes in what we were looking for. She was also generous with her time in every viewing and gave detailed feedback and notes through each one. She has great expertise in reviewing contracts, pointed us in a good direction with lenders, helped set realistic expectations throughout the process, and basically guided us through every step of the buying process. Going through the home-buying process from afar is not easy, So we were tremendously grateful for her guidance. She was professional and responded quickly whether by email or text. Also important to us was the fact that she put absolutely no pressure on us and provided information in an even-handed, non-judgmental, manner, and was unfazed by our indecisiveness at times. She’s the best agent we’ve ever worked with and look forward to doing so the next time we buy or sell. Thanks Daria!

We were on the real estate market for a year and a half before Daria came along - looking for a house. We had a good realtor who moved out of country, and then a very poor experience that Daria literally swept in and saved us from in the middle of an offer. We didn't get that first house but after another 1.5 years about, and god knows how many homes, Daria walked into the home that we just recently bought and said to me -- oh, I like this one. She persevered with us, encouraged us when we were down, got eager with us awaiting responses to offers, shared in our excitement when the house for us finally showed up and worked out. What's more, Daria got to know us and our little one -- treating him like apart of our team. She is very knowledgeable about the market and - more importantly - about homes. Having walked through homes with 5 real estate agents in the last 5 years, I can confidently say that Daria is really really really good at her job. Daria was referred to us from another young family who also had not-so-great realtors before working with her to get their home. We will be happy to refer everyone we know to her in the future.

We are so grateful for Daria - she is amazing. Daria is a great listener, very organized, never pushy but always present and easy to reach. She took the time to understand what we were looking for and had great insights about Ottawa (we're new in town). She really cared about us buying the best possible house for our needs. After months of looking she pointed out a house that really checked all the boxes. Not only the house is perfect for us but also shared her knowledge of the street and neighborhood so we really knew what we were getting into. She made the offer process very easy with good advises and easy instructions for us to follow. She also referred us to reliable services (inspectors, movers and +) which has been very helpful. Another strong point of Daria is that she knows to surround herself with a great team - she always let us know when she's on vacation and make sure we have someone to reach if needed. Her assistant is lovely. We can't talk highly enough about Daria. We aren't planning on leaving this house for years but when the time comes she will be our first call.

Daria came highly recommended to me by a coworker and I was NOT disappointed! Being a first-time home buyer, I had no idea what to expect. Daria helped me navigate this hot market and find my very first home. Her knowledge and attention to detail is impressive. In showing homes she factored in my needs and wants and was quick to point out not only the pros but also cons I hadn't considered. Daria is honest, professional and has your best interest at heart. In this uncertain market Daria was a pillar. When I was ready to throw in the towel, we talked it over. She was attentive to my fears and took the time to hear me out. Ultimately she gave me some great advice and it wasn't long after that talk that we found my first home! Ever resourceful, Daria always has your back. From arranging last minute showing or inspections to final walk throughs, whatever you need she is there for you! Daria is amazing to work with and having her on your team, you wont be disappointed. I don't hesitate in saying that I would HIGHLY recommend her and her team!

When preparing for our move from Halifax to Ottawa, our real estate agent introduced us to Daria without hesitation. The market was very hot and she was always available to answer our many questions, patiently walked us through houses via videochats, imagined us in spaces (or not), pointed out the good and the bad and warned us of potential issues about a house or neighborhood that we wouldn't have otherwise have known. We eventually found our perfect home and purchased it sight unseen, after a close blind-bidding war. Our relationship with Daria did not end when the purchase was settled, as she has since provided referrals to an awesome painter and contractor. Daria is honest, thoughtful, knowledgeable, warm, and professional. She was able to dream with us and gave us the confidence to make critical decisions from a distance. When I walk through this beautiful home, I am filled with gratefulness and have happy thoughts of the wonderful people who have taken such good care of us - Daria is at the top of that list.

Daria Kart is an amazing Real Estate Agent. Our daughter is moving this summer to Ottawa to continue her studies. She was very interested to buy condo Unit in The Glebe area.Daria was a listing agent for one of the condo units. That's how we met Daria. We asked Daria to help with us to find condo unit to buy or to rent. During these difficult COVID 19 times Daria was always available to answer our calls,she arranged to see rental condo units. We were so happy when One condo unit came up for sale in the building we wanted to buy. Daria arranged Zoom viewing,helped us to prepare Offer to buy,and advised on offer strategy. We were able to buy Condo unit within 3 days of seeing. Daria sincere cares about her clients,she is very experienced and professional . She also has an amazing Assisstant Shayla. We are very pleased with Daria's outstanding service and would highly recommended her for other buyers

We had the pleasure of working with Daria for the second time in our search for a forever home, and we couldn't be happier with the experience. Daria and Meeka are true professionals who puts their clients' needs first and foremost, and it shows in every aspect of their work. From the beginning of the process, Daria took the time to really understand what we were looking for in a home and what our budget was. She was patient and never pressured us to make any decisions that we weren't comfortable with. She was also extremely responsive and always available to answer any questions we had, all while watching a real estate market unlike anything we had seen before. Overall, I would highly recommend Daria to anyone looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and trustworthy real estate agent. Daria and Meeka’s professionalism, expertise, and personal touch make them stand out from the crowd!

My partner and I were looking to purchase our first home and Daria helped us through literal years of different financial situations and different wants and needs to finally helping us close on our first home this week! We learned so much from her her expertise and her attention to detail - we could always count on her to point out the pros and the cons of any given property and then help us navigate our decision without ever putting any undue pressure on us. As first time homebuyers in this challenging market, this was so reassuring. Daria and her team are all truly lovely to work and everyone was very quick to respond to us with any questions we had. We would absolutely work with Daria again and would recommend her in a heartbeat to anyone looking to buy or sell in Ottawa. Thanks, Daria!!!

We reached out to Daria on a recommendation from a close friend, and we are so glad we did!! As first-time buyers, we had a lot to learn about the Ottawa market and the home-buying process in general, and Daria was there every step of the way. She was patient, candid, and genuinely invested in our success throughout the ups and downs of our search. She was always quick to respond to any request for information or to arrange a showing on short notice, and helped us keep our search criteria optimized to ensure we were always seeing the best possible options for us. In the end, it was a key piece of her advice which put us over the top on our winning offer. I could go on! Thanks again Daria. Look forward to working with you again in the future!!

Loved working with Daria! My husband and I are first time homebuyers and our search was complicated by the fact that we were moving to a different city and we had a short timeline. Daria was very knowledgeable, patient, and always available to answer our questions. She quickly learned what we were looking for in a house and would show us a house via Skype first to see if it was worth the drive down to Ottawa to see it in person - definitely saved us a few trips. She is detail-oriented and would point out little things in houses that we may have missed. Daria was able to find us a fantastic home in a great neighbourhood within our timeline and under budget! We are so grateful for all her hard work and expertise. Thanks, Daria!

Daria & Shayla – thank you SO much! As first time home buyers, we did not know what to expect in this hot Ottawa market. We certainly didn’t think that we would fall in love with the second home we toured, need to rush the inspection and make our offer decision in less than 24 hours! It was amazing to have you in our corner, to make the process efficient and streamline. Your frank advice, honest opinion and industry connections were key in getting our offer accepted. Thank you! At the end of the process, the beautiful bottle of champagne you gifted us was the perfect way to celebrate. We would highly recommend Daria to other homebuyers looking to break into the Ottawa market. Thanks again!

This summer, I had to relocate from North of 60 to Ottawa on extremely short notice. Despite the challenging market, Daria was instrumental in helping my partner and I to secure a wonderful home that met all of our needs while remaining within our budget. Daria was highly knowledgeable, professional, and timely in her responses to our questions. As first time buyers, we would have been lost without her. Daria's insincts and judgment were sound, and she was particularly helpful at identifying a home that met our immediate needs while also keeping long-term considerations at the forefront of our decision-making process. I would unequivocally recommend her.

We contacted Daria months before we even had a timeline for selling our house. She walked us through the process, providing insight into the market and how best to prepare our home and property. Daria and her team were incredibly professional and encouraging and promptly answered our many questions, some of which seem quite silly in hindsight. Our home was photographed, listed and sold in less than a week, but their service was just as impressive between the sale and the closing date. It was refreshing to work with a group who values honesty and puts ethics ahead of sales. We couldn’t be happier with our choice to work with Daria Kark!

We bought and sold with Daria and were so thrilled with the level of service she provides to her clients. Daria is the consummate professional. She expertly guided us through the process. She has an incredible depth of knowledge for the market and home features. She makes you feel as though you are her only clients: She is prompt at replying to messages and setting up appointments and is supportive at every step. From sourcing contractors to fix up the home we were selling to attending the home inspection of our new purchase, the PDI, and stopping in on the move day. You will be well taken care of with Daria as your agent!

It was a pleasure to work with Daria and her team! This past season saw a totally crazy market, with so much happening so fast. Working with a broker with Daria's experience, professionalism and energy made the all difference. I'm sure we would have left real money on the table if it wasn't for her research, coaching and patience. Even after the close, her little touches and surprises were awesome and very well received. When you find a good broker, one that stands out from the crowd in so many ways, you hang on to them and pray they'll be around when you need them next time. Daria is a sparkling example one of those!

My partner and I were thrilled to have Daria Kark as a real estate agent in the sale of our former home. She was incredibly knowledgeable, providing us with an honest overview of the real estate market in Ottawa. She was diligent in her work, and was always available to discuss our sale at any time. Having Daria on our side made the experience of purchasing a home before selling a lot less stressful. I felt comforted by her high level of experience and expertise, and her kindness was a breath of fresh air. I highly recommend Daria Kark and her dynamic team to anyone thinking of purchasing a home in the Ottawa area.

Daria is super friendly and professional at the same time. She was always available when we wanted to view a home. Despite the COVID-19 challenge, she made the whole experience seamless. Her staff was always ready to help. Daria keeps in touch on a regular basis and would always keep us informed of the changes in real estate market because of COVID-19. When viewing a home, Daria had extensive knowledge of what we were looking for! She is great and I highly recommended! She helped us to finally find our perfect home and despite a few obstacles she was always on our side! Thank you Daria and staff!!!!!

My fiancé and I were thrilled to have Daria as our real estate agent. She would always respond to us right away and make herself available to meet on our schedule. She never pushed us to make an offer, but would point out the pros and cons of each place and help us make an informed decision. She was very knowledgeable about homes and would point out things that even my fiancé who is a carpenter didn’t notice at first glance. We would highly recommend her to anyone, including first time home buyers like us. Daria will help guide you into making the right decision :)

I’m so happy my mortgage broker referred me to Daria. If you want someone who is willing to go above and beyond, I would absolutely recommend her. On one occasion, she drove out to the country in the middle of a terrible storm to meet with a mason to get an estimate to fix a foundation on a house I conditionally purchased. While the house with the scary foundation didn’t work out, we did eventually find something that was the perfect fit. She is knowledgeable, meticulous and a lot of fun to work with. If you’re reading this review, you should just call Daria now.

Daria and her team helped my partner and I purchase our first home, a condo in Ottawa. Our experience with them was absolutely phenomenal! Daria and co. were incredibly helpful, informative, and understanding throughout the entire process. From walking us through the steps, to providing the honest opinions we were looking for, we were ecstatic to be with this team throughout. At no point did we feel pressured to buy or that our concerns were not being met. If you are looking for an energetic realty team to get the job done for you, look no further!

My wife and I were introduced to Daria through a friend and, as first time home buyers new to Ottawa, we always felt like we were in great hands. Daria is thorough, communicative, patient (an especially important trait for 1st time home buyers like us), down-to-earth and realistic during viewings and connected us with a fantastic home inspector after our offer was accepted. We will not hesitate to ask Daria to help us sell our home/find what's next when the time comes and we've already started recommending her to friends. Thanks Daria!

Daria is the best! As first time home buyers, we needed a lot of hand-holding, and Daria was there to answer every question, show us every house we wanted to see (despite crazy schedules and sicknesses) and encourage us day after day. Daria knows exactly what to look for in every house she walks into and can explain things in a way that anyone can understand. Simply put, she is an outstanding agent and a wonderful person. I would (and will) recommend her to anyone I can. I couldn't imagine working with anyone else!

Best real estate agent and team in Canada! Daria, Meeka and the team were incredibly helpful for us with our first home purchase. They truly care about you as client. Their honest feedback on the homes we saw (at least a dozen in total) were pivotal in choosing the right home in the right neighbourhood and at the right price. I sincerely appreciated Daria answering my million questions on home buying! You won't regret working with Daria, Meeka and the team for your home buying needs! Work with them now!

Daria has been a pivotal part of our family’s lives over the past decade - helping us navigate the purchase and sale of our homes with professionalism, dedication, and a unique ability to add a personal touch to each element of the process. She is personable, hilarious, and attentive to every last detail. We will always recommend Daria - her skill in the Ottawa real estate market and client focused approach is an example for others to follow. Daria, it’s a pleasure to know you and work with you.

Working with Daria, Meeka and Shayla was so enjoyable. They are client-focused and ensured that I was informed every step of the way. They are all knowledgeable, thoughtful, attentive and make the process appear seamless. When getting ready to put my house on the market Daria was extremely knowledgeable and ensured that all decisions were well-informed with the most current information available on the market. I would highly recommend Daria and her team to any buyer or seller in Ottawa.

We had a wonderful experience buying our home with Daria. We had been looking for over a year and within a short few weeks, we were finally successful (after months of loosing bids on homes!). Daria was our lucky charm! Daria was always professional, knows a great deal about how homes are built and home maintenance, and she’s just a great lady. We also appreciated the bottle of bubbly and Christmas wreath when we arrived at our new home. Thanks for everything Daria! Julia and Dan

Daria is AMAZING. She is the real deal. As a first time home buyer, she patiently offered me honest and knowledgeable advice for YEARS on listings before I was even interested enough to go see one in person. Even in this crazy market, once I found something I really loved, she made the buying process feel so much more secure just because I knew she had my back. She is consistently reliable, advocating and considerate for her clients. I count myself lucky to be among them!

We had such a great experience with Daria and would highly recommend her to anyone buying or selling a home. She was meticulous and practical, making sure that we purchased a home that was right for our family for the long term. She gently pointed out the pros and cons of each property we looked at to make sure we made an informed decision. Her experience meant that she knew what features would and wouldn't work for us, even before we did. Plus, she makes me laugh!

Daria Kark is an amazing person! We worked with Daria recently on the sale of our home. She kept us up to date on the property sale and what was required to properly show our home. Daria and her team arranged staging, and strategies and assisted us in providing contact information on various trades for work that needed to be performed prior to selling. Our home sold in two days.Thank you Daria, for your knowledge, professionalism, and patience! Greg & Robin

Daria is the best! She’s super knowledgeable and was a huge asset to have on our side throughout our entire real estate process. She helped us find, and get, the perfect house for our growing family. She was also very reassuring when it came time to sell our house during the covid pandemic. Needless to say, we were nervous, but Daria was confident and our house sold in 1 day! We can’t thank her (and her admin Shayla) enough for all of their help.

We sold and purchase our house from Daria, buying or selling a house can be a stressful, Daria made sure it was simple and without complications, she was always there to answer any concerns we had and we had lots of questions, she really took good care of us and sold our house within days of listing! Highly recommended her services! She knows the Ottawa market very well and will always make you feel comfortable! Thanks Daria!

Daria came to us highly recommended by friends and my husband and I absolutely loved working with her. Right from the start she understood our needs, answered all of our questions, and provided great advice. She helped us find our first home, walked us through the process and made everything as easy as possible. Would recommend Daria to anyone and look forward to working with you and your team again in the future!

Daria moved the world for us, literally! Being overseas in China while having to sell our home in Canada remotely would have been a daunting task to say the least. Daria help us transition our home from a tenant occupied dwelling to one ready for the market throughout the difficult period of Covid-19! Needless to say, that your home is truly in the best hands with Daria. She is an elite in the real-estate arena!

It was a pleasure working with Daria! We were first-time home buyers, and she made this process so much easier. Daria is transparent, honest and informative. It can be overwhelming entering the housing market but she was supportive and helped us buy our first home, which we love! We will definitely be in touch whenever we are ready for our next home, and recommend her to others looking to buy/sell.

Daria helped us find our new home , she never stops until she finds the right house for you! So knowledgeable and she is always on point on her observations. I trust her opinions & I’m in my dream home because of her talent. She is so down to earth & I felt like we knew each other forever, I cannot say enough about how wonderful she is professionally and as a person.

I've bought and sold 3 houses with Daria. Each time it has been a smooth and exciting experience. She always notices things that I miss or don't think about which has saved me money and time. I always enjoy the events she hosts throughout the year such as a free movie day or pumpkin patch picking. I know that when it's time to move again Daria will be there!

Daria and her team did a tremendous job with our listing and sale. We are extremely satisfied and would not hesitate to refer to friends and family. They provided the knowledge and advice for those difficult decisions and along the way made the whole process easier. Daria was always responsive to any questions or issues and accommodated our every need.

Daria and her team were an absolute pleasure to work with. She helped us navigate both a purchase and a sale in a complex and quickly changing market. We appreciated her knowledge, honesty and care for us through the whole process. And we love the new home she helped us find - she knocked it out of the park! We cannot recommend her highly enough.

Daria is the best - I’ve used her multiple times over the years and can’t say enough good things. She’s extremely knowledgeable, honest and gives great advice, not to mention being a lovely human! We recently used her to sell and she helped us generate multiple offers and sell over listing. Absolutely the person you want to work with. Call her!

Daria helped us find our first home and we have nothing but good things to say. As first time home owners, she helped and guided us in purchasing an amazing home. She's a straight shooter! No fuss and she knows her stuff and we would definitely go back to her for any future real estate needs. We'll also continue to refer to all of our friends.

I was looking for a home on a tight timeline, with a limited budget, in a very competitive market. Daria was patient, understanding, and professional, and worked hard to help me find the right home. With her competent expertise, we were able to find and secure the perfect place under budget and within schedule. I cannot recommend Daria enough.

I’ve bought and sold more properties with Daria than I care to admit. And she will always be my realtor of choice. Her knowledge of homes, the business of buying/selling, and of Ottawa and surrounding area is phenomenal. Plus, she brings deep care and attention. She genuinely wants us to find our home. Wish we could give her 10 stars!

Daria was recommended by a friend - and I couldn't have been happier with my experience! I was looking for a house after apartment living for a few years. Daria was super knowledgeable and most of all very kind & just a joy to be around. I'm so happy with my home and I recommend Daria to my friends & colleagues every chance I get.

Daria was above-and-beyond insightful, understanding, and helpful in the sale of one house and the purchase of a 'forever home'. Professional expertise at its best. Very solid advice which helped to achieve our goals in both the sale and in the purchase, and with us every single step of the way. Supported by an equally A+ team.

Daria is amazing at what she does! She helped us sell our condo and purchase our new home. Daria is professional, dedicated, and knowledgable. Throughout the process, she gave us excellent advice and helped us make informed decisions. We had a great experience and would highly recommend Daria.

Daria and her team were amazing during our recent new house purchase and sale of our previous home. They are exceptionally knowledgeable, organized, and promptly replied to all our questions. There were also lots of thoughtful surprise gifts throughout the process. I highly recommend Daria!

Daria was immensely helpful in our hunt for our first home; extremely patient and in always in good spirits but also critical of things we needed to be wary of. I learned so much from viewing houses with Daria, and highly recommend her, especially for first time home buyers.

Daria helped us find our first home and we have nothing but good things to say. As first time home owners, she helped and guided us in purchasing our first home. She knows her stuff and we would definitely go back to her for any future real estate needs.

I highly recommend Daria if you are looking to buy or sell your home. She is very knowledgeable, friendly, guides you through the process and goes that extra mile to take care of you. She truly cares about her clients. Thank you Daria!!

I have been lucky to work on the other side of a few transactions with Daria. She is a Realtor that I am always thrilled to work with. She always has her clients best interest in mind and has an unwavering commitment to professionalism.

Thank you Daria and Shayla for your ongoing support and guidance as we searched for our forever home while getting our rental property ready. Your professional approach was very much appreciated and this house was worth the wait! We

We absolutely loved working with Daria. She is a such great balance of professional and personable and is a very knowledgeable agent. Her comprehensive understanding of the Ottawa market helped us find an amazing house to call home!

This incredibly hard working, small team anticipated questions and had answers ready before we asked. They’re super pleasant (even early weekend mornings) and very knowledgeable about homes and all processes.

Right from the get-go, Daria was extremely helpful and professional, listening to our needs/wants, and then finding us the 'three-headed unicorn' of a home that we thought would be an impossibility.

Daria was a pleasure to work with. I have bought and sold a number of houses over the years and she is one of the best realtors I have worked with. I would definitely work with her again.

Daria is the best Real Estate broker that I've worked with. She is a pleasure to deal with and really gets to know her clients needs and acts upon them. I highly recommend using Daria.

Daria is great to work with! She is efficient, knowledgeable and personable. We have never felt rushed or pressured. She truly wants to help us find the right home for our family.

Daria is very diligent, professional and knowledgeable. She helped us through a particularly difficult house transaction and we couldn’t recommend her highly enough.

Great team! Amazing painless experience right till the end. Always there to answer any and all questions ❤️