Business Details
25 Years
experience
Award-Winning Vancouver Island Real Estate Experts
Founded in 2001, Team Susan Forrest has established itself as Vancouver Island's premier real estate team, serving the Oceanside region with unmatched expertise and dedication. Our full-service approach combines decades of local market knowledge with innovative marketing strategies to deliver exceptional results for buyers and sellers. Recognized as Royal LePage's #1 team in British Columbia for multiple years, we pride ourselves on personalized service, ethical practices, and a deep commitment to community.Our team of seasoned professionals brings diverse industry experience, from hospitality to finance, ensuring comprehensive support for every client transaction. With a focus on building lasting relationships, we guide clients through every step of their real estate journey with transparency, integrity, and unwavering professionalism.
Services
Residential Sales
Property Marketing
Buyer Representation
Relocation Services
Market Analysis
Home Staging
Virtual Tours
Investment Properties
Luxury Homes
Land Sales
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of local real estate expertise in Oceanside communities
- Royal LePage's #1 team in British Columbia for multiple consecutive years
- Innovative marketing strategies reaching 40+ real estate platforms
- Comprehensive client support with dedicated specialists for every transaction phase
- Proven track record with 98% client satisfaction rate in recent surveys
What people say
Excellent communication
Knowledgeable professionals
Smooth transaction process
Professional and friendly
Highly recommend services
Services
Residential Sales
Our residential sales specialists combine local market expertise with proven marketing strategies to maximize property value. We offer professional photography, virtual tours, and targeted advertising across 40+ platforms. Our team handles staging, pricing strategy, and negotiation to ensure smooth transactions for homeowners in Parksville and Qualicum Beach areas.
Property Marketing
We create comprehensive marketing campaigns featuring professional photography, 3D floor plans, and virtual tours. Our digital reach extends to 40+ real estate platforms including Realtor.ca and LuxuryRealEstate.com. Traditional methods include print advertising and MLS tours to attract qualified buyers for residential properties across Vancouver Island.
Buyer Representation
Our buyer specialists provide personalized property searches and market analysis reports. We offer virtual tours, comparative market evaluations, and negotiation expertise to help clients secure ideal properties. Our local knowledge spans schools, amenities, and community features to help families find perfect matches in Oceanside communities.
Luxury Homes
Our luxury home specialists handle premium properties with discretion and expertise. We employ targeted marketing strategies to reach qualified buyers through exclusive platforms like LuxuryEstate.com. Our team provides concierge-level service for high-net-worth clients seeking waterfront estates and executive homes in Vancouver Island's most desirable neighborhoods.
Investment Properties
We assist investors in identifying income-generating properties with strong ROI potential. Our services include market trend analysis, rental projections, and property management referrals. Our team understands local zoning regulations and development opportunities to help clients build successful real estate portfolios in growing Oceanside markets.
People
Susan Forrest
Team Lead & Licensed Realtor
With 22 years in real estate and hospitality experience, Susan leads Vancouver Island's top-producing Royal LePage team. Recognized as BC's #1 Real Estate Team in 2014, 2023, and 2024, she combines innovative marketing with personalized service. A lifelong Oceanside resident, she graduated from Ballenas Secondary and specializes in connecting clients with their ideal properties.
Richard Plowens
Licensed Realtor
A 30-year hospitality and pharmaceutical industry veteran, Richard brings exceptional client service skills to real estate. As Susan's brother and business partner, he leverages his Four Seasons and Pfizer experience to provide responsive, ethical representation. Specializing in Parksville-Qualicum markets, he's known for his integrity and community focus.
Jody Moore
Licensed Realtor
A Qualicum Beach native with counseling background, Jody offers exceptional communication skills and local market expertise. Recognized for her calm demeanor and client-focused approach, she helps buyers find perfect homes while supporting sellers with strategic marketing solutions that consistently exceed expectations.
Roger Deveau
Licensed Realtor
With 20 years in financial services and entrepreneurship, Roger brings unique perspective to real estate. A former securities license holder, he prioritizes client interests while leveraging digital marketing expertise. Specializing in Oceanside's luxury market, he combines business acumen with deep community knowledge to deliver exceptional results.
Leah Yochim
Licensed Realtor
A local builder and investor, Leah offers practical insights into property values and potential. With hands-on experience constructing and selling homes, she provides strategic guidance for buyers and sellers. Her community involvement and market knowledge make her a trusted advisor in Oceanside real estate transactions.
Questions
How do I start the home buying process on Vancouver Island?
Begin with a consultation to discuss your needs and budget. We'll provide market analysis reports and create a personalized property search strategy tailored to your lifestyle requirements.
What services do you offer for home sellers?
We provide comprehensive marketing plans including professional photography, virtual tours, and advertising across 40+ platforms, plus pricing strategy and negotiation expertise.
Which areas do you specialize in?
We focus on Oceanside communities including Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Nanoose Bay, and Nanaimo, with in-depth knowledge of local schools, amenities, and market trends.
How do you market luxury properties?
Our luxury marketing includes targeted campaigns on exclusive platforms like LuxuryEstate.com, professional videography, and connections with high-net-worth buyer networks.
What support do you offer for out-of-town buyers?
We provide virtual tours, detailed property reports, and remote transaction assistance. Our team can coordinate inspections, financing, and legal requirements on your behalf.
Reviews (7)
Kathleen Mitu
Jan 25, 2022
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We were recommended to Team Susan Forrest by my mum, a resident of Parksville for the past 30 years. Jody Moore was assigned to us, and it was a great pairing. We appreciated her knowledge, professionalism, sense of humor and friendliness. She was always available to help, and when she was on a well deserved vacation we had Peter Coles take care of us. He was also very friendly and helpful. We cannot thank this team enough for their expertise and assistance!
Jan Bridal
Dec 29, 2021
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Richard Plowens was the best Realtor weve had the pleasure of dealing with. He was extremely professional but also very friendly and helpful in so many ways. He accommodated any and all of our needs way beyond our expectations. We would highly recommend Richard and the Susan Forrest Team to anyone contemplating buying or selling their home. Thanks Team!!!
Cheryl Sampson
Dec 22, 2021
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We recently purchased through Susan and her team. Susan was very patient with our two year process. Encouraging us to take our time to find just the right property for our needs. There was never high pressure. There was no over-promising and under-delivering. This, despite the fast paced Covid property markets. There was consistent responsiveness to our queries and professional highly experienced informed guidance. Susans team were also coordinated and very professional. Thank you Team Susan Forrest!
Richard Burke
Dec 13, 2021
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The Susan Forest Team did a remarkable job in selling our home of 21 years in November. John took the lead in the dealings and handled the sale very professionally. Communications were excellent and our questions were dealt with efficiently. John and Susan helped us to set the asking price at a level that would attract attention but still leave room upside. The house sold in one day at a premium over the asking price to a party that obviously had done their homework. My wife and I are very grateful that we did not have to wait around for six months and have a multitude of showings. We will certainly
Sandy McKellar
Dec 03, 2021
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This summer my family decided to move to Vancouver Island. We reached out to the team at Susan Forrest for help in finding the perfect home. We were looking for a unique property that could provide a cottage for my mom and a second home for my husband and I. It was a challenging time to be house hunting, as demand far outstripped supply, but our agent was amazing. Our agent was Jody Moore. She impressed us immediately with her breadth of knowledge, professionalism and friendly manner. She worked hard to help us find the perfect home, and then because we were a back up offer, she was amazing in
Scott Hardy
Dec 03, 2021
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Team Susan Forest Royal LePage were a pleasure to work with and we would highly recommend them as your realtor. As buyers new to the area, we were competing in a heated market with multiple offers and often over asking. Susan worked with us to completely understand our priorities and what we were looking for in our new home. She then provided several very good options, but one property fit our requirements perfectly. With her understanding of the competitive market and property, she developed a strategy, executed, and we were successful with the purchase. Susan and Richard were a delight to work
Gerald Simkus
Nov 14, 2021
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Jody of Team Susan Forest was instrumental in facilitating the purchase of the right house in the right place for us on the island, guiding us through negotiation and making it happen. She went above and beyond with her responsiveness and helpfulness for our personal needs in making our transition to the Island. Her friendly, professional manner made her pleasure to work with.
