Value-First Home Team*

*Personal Real Estate Corporation | One Percent Realty Ltd.

We’re the Value-First Home Team and offer full-service real estate for just 2% total commission($9950 Minimum).

About Value-First

At the Value-First Home Team, we believe real estate should be built ontrust, clarity, and measurable value.
Our approach is simple: provide a complete, professional real estate experience while helping clients make informed, confident decisions every step of the way.
We offerfull-service representation with a fair 2% commission model($9950 Minimum), designed to align with what today’s clients are looking for — strong results, clear communication, and a smarter approach to selling and buying.
Our f...

At the Value-First Home Team, we believe real estate should be built ontrust, clarity, and measurable value.

Our approach is simple: provide a complete, professional real estate experience while helping clients make informed, confident decisions every step of the way.

We offerfull-service representation with a fair 2% commission model($9950 Minimum), designed to align with what today’s clients are looking for — strong results, clear communication, and a smarter approach to selling and buying.

Our focus is always on what matters most:

-Thoughtful pricing strategies backed by market data-High-quality marketing to maximize exposure-Consistent communication so you are never left wondering-Skilled negotiation to protect your interests

With over 1,000 homes sold and more than 25 years of combined experience, we’ve helped clients across Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, the Tri-Cities, Langley, and the Fraser Valley navigate all types of markets.

We understand that every client’s situation is unique, and we take pride in delivering a personalized, professional experience that reflects that.

At the end of the day, our goal is simple: to provide a high level of service, strong results, and real value in a way that feels straightforward and stress-free.

More about me

One Percent Realty Ltd.
8 Years Experience
Fluent In English
https://valuefirstcanada.com/

Aboubacar Coulibaly 2023-05-10 Google

Helped Aboubacar Coulibaly to buy a property in 2023.

As first-time buyers, my wife and I were not familiar with the complex process of buying a place. Luckily, one of our friends recommended that we contact Derek. From start to finish, Derek was extremely knowledgeable, reactive, and attentive, and he went above and beyond to ensure that all processes would go as smoothly as possible. Derek is very honest and transparent, and he provided us with the information we needed to make an informed decision. During the whole time, Derek was always checking on us to make sure that everything was okay and he was always available at anytime to answer any questions. To sum up, we highly highly recommend Derek to anyone who is looking for a dedicated, hardworking, knowledgeable, and personable realtor. Derek truly exceeded our expectations, and we couldn't be happier with the results.

Donna Pickerill 2023-04-10 Google

Listed and Sold a property for Donna Pickerill in 2023.

We have had the most amazing experience working with Derek. He was so honest and truthful. He had our best interest at heart the during the entire selling process. Very fast response times and he answered all our questions and made sure we understood the process. We can attest to his attention to detail, thoroughness, and compassion. Selling your home can be an emotional experience and he fully understands this, and helped us along every step of the journey. We would 100% recommend Derek!

Claudia Rodas 2022-10-20 Google

Claudia Rodas worked with Derek Vanderkooy PREC* in 2022.

Excellent service, knowledgeable, approachable, professional, I am very pleased and happy with the whole process. Thank you for everything Derek!!👍👍

S Bal 2022-08-03 Google

S Bal worked with Derek Vanderkooy PREC* in 2022.

Derek is the most honest, knowledgeable, professional and very hard working person I have ever come across. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking to buy or selling real estate.

Amanda Ram 2022-07-03 Google

Amanda Ram worked with Derek Vanderkooy PREC* in 2022.

Derek is a fantastic Realtor. My family and I were selling our home in a buyers market. Derek was very patient, professional & offered us the advise we needed to successfully sell. Derek went above and beyond during the process & still supported until we moved months after our sale. I would recommend him to anyone!

Tiffany P 2022-06-03 Google

Tiffany P worked with Derek Vanderkooy PREC* in 2022.

My parents were recent clients of Derek and wanted to offer the following review. They felt that he struck the perfect balance of being both professional and genuinely caring. He was supportive and responsive, and made the process of selling their townhouse so pleasant and easy. Highly recommend using Derek as your realtor!

Randy Giles 2022-02-03 Google

Randy Giles worked with Derek Vanderkooy PREC* in 2022.

We used Derek to sell our townhouse and I cannot say enough good things about him and the services that he provided. Derek was prompt, professional and was able to answer any questions we had thoughout the process. His communication was …More

Heather Murray 2022-01-03 Google

Heather Murray worked with Derek Vanderkooy PREC* in 2022.

Derek has been a pure pleasure to work with on the sale of our house. He helped us walk through each step, how to prepare and what to expect. Very professional and responsive in every aspect. …More

Maria Perretta 2022-01-03 Google

Maria Perretta worked with Derek Vanderkooy PREC* in 2022.

I fully admit I can be a difficult client and have high expectations. Derek was put to the challenge and met all my expectations…. Even through a difficult market. He offered advice as needed, never left us hanging and made sure we were …More

Elizabeth Burton 2022-01-03 Google

Elizabeth Burton worked with Derek Vanderkooy PREC* in 2022.

Absolutely wonderful to work with. It's like having a friend on the inside that is working with you. He really cares about his clients as well. I will definitely recommend Derek and use him as a realtor again.

Stefanie Aravena 2021-12-03 Google

Stefanie Aravena worked with Derek Vanderkooy PREC* in 2021.

Derek was such a pleasure to work with! He is reliable, professional and attentive. In a crazy market, he was able to help us through the selling process and ensure we were always comfortable and happy! Derek was always available for our …More

Kim and Lee 2021-12-03 Google

Kim and Lee worked with Derek Vanderkooy PREC* in 2021.

When we set up to select someone to help us sell our property we talked to a number of different realtors, both from conventional brokerages and discount brokerages such as 1% Realty. Derek impressed us with his knowledge of the industry, …More

Andrew Scarlett 2021-12-03 Google

Andrew Scarlett worked with Derek Vanderkooy PREC* in 2021.

Derek is a super nice guy. He went above and beyond to help us sell our old place and find a new one. Buying and selling your home is a stressful situation and a great agent like Derek Vanderkooy makes the difference.

Clay Olsen 2021-09-20 Google

Listed and Sold a lot for Clay Olsen in 2021.

Derek was fantastic representing us in the sale of our home and in navigating our dealings with the bank, lawyer, and builder. He was great at understanding what we needed from our Realtor and helped make the entire process go a lot smoother and simpler. We would choose Derek again in an instant and encourage anyone in need of a Realtor to do the same.

Brian Bentley 2020-12-27 Google

Brian Bentley worked with Derek Vanderkooy PREC* MAPLE RIDGE - MISSION - PITT MEADOWS - PORT COQUITLAM - COQUITLAM - PORT MOODY - LANGLEY in 2020.

Derek was a complete pleasure through the entire process. Even when things got stressful, Derek was there to help and had all the answers. I would recommend him to anyone.

Helen Hu 2020-12-27 Google

Helen Hu worked with Derek Vanderkooy PREC* MAPLE RIDGE - MISSION - PITT MEADOWS - PORT COQUITLAM - COQUITLAM - PORT MOODY - LANGLEY in 2020.

Derek and his company are incredibly amazing! He did a fantastic job for us, from the first time we met, through the whole process! He impressed us with his care, respect , and professionalism!! We definitely will recommend Derek to all our friends

Big Guy 2020-12-27 Google

Big Guy worked with Derek Vanderkooy PREC* MAPLE RIDGE - MISSION - PITT MEADOWS - PORT COQUITLAM - COQUITLAM - PORT MOODY - LANGLEY in 2020.

A very good realtor. Diligent, goes above and beyond and is easy to work with. I highly recommend him.

Debbie 2020-07-26

Listed and Sold a house in Maple Ridge for Debbie in 2020.

Dana 2020-07-18

Helped Dana to buy a house in Maple Ridge in 2019.

Jason McFee 2020-06-18

Listed and Sold a condo in Maple Ridge for Jason McFee in 2020.

Nirmalpreet Singh 2020-06-08

Nirmalpreet Singh worked with Derek Vanderkooy in 2020 in Maple Ridge.

Kyle 2020-06-02

Listed and Sold a condo in Port Moody for Kyle in 2020.

Peter Vanderkooy 2020-06-01

Peter Vanderkooy worked with Derek Vanderkooy in 2019 in Maple Ridge.

Josh Reynolds 2020-03-04

Helped Josh Reynolds to buy a townhouse in Abbotsford in 2019.

Marq Smith 2020-03-03

Marq Smith worked with Derek Vanderkooy in 2019 in Surrey.

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