MEET OUR TEAM


JAY RICHARDS - Owner, Broker, Realtor®

Jay Richards is the owner and operator of Holm Realty Ltd., a family business established in 1985. With decades of experience as a licensed real estate agent and real estate broker, Jay Richards is committed to delivering prompt and high-quality service to his clients.

Over the years, Jay Richards has provided various valuable options that have saved clients thousands of dollars in commissions. These options include a competitive 1% cash back incentive* on real estate purchases, a 4% listing commission**, and the Mere Posting service.

One of the exceptional services offered by Holm Realty Ltd. is SwiftList, the efficient and cost effective Mere Posting service. Jay recognized a growing trend among homeowners who want MLS® exposure while also wishing to take charge of the selling process. SwiftList has been designed to fulfill this demand. By choosing SwiftList, you can list your property on MLS® with Holm Realty Ltd. for a flat fee of only $599 + HST, which offers the necessary exposure without incurring high commission fees. It's a cost effective solution that empowers you to manage your property sale actively.

In addition to his role at Holm Realty Ltd., Jay Richards is also the proud owner of The Home Centre—a recognized Kent Homes Dream Builder catering to the South Shore region of Nova Scotia. This ownership allows Jay to extend his expertise to provide clients with top-notch, custom-built, new, and manufactured home construction.

With his friendly, professional, and dependable nature, Jay Richards takes an interest in understanding what his clients are asking for when they are selling or looking for their new or next home. His hard-working and driven nature makes him a problem solver, ready to help clients with all their real estate needs.

(* ** Conditions apply. Visit website for full details www.jayrichards.ca).


OANA BOTOSAN- Administrative Assistant

Oana is a highly skilled Administrative Assistant of SwiftList. With a background as a property Paralegal and Land Registration Officer for the Province of Nova Scotia, Oana brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role.

As a property Paralegal and Land Registration Officer, Oana gained comprehensive experience in handling legal matters related to real estate transactions. Her intricate understanding of the legal aspects of property transactions ensures that SwiftList operates with the utmost integrity and compliance.

With her strong organizational skills and attention to detail, Oana plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning of SwiftList. Her dedication to providing excellent support and efficient service to clients is evident in the success of SwiftList and the high level of customer satisfaction it achieves.

In addition to her expertise in the legal field, Oana is also a passionate holistic nutritionist and entrepreneur. Alongside her role at SwiftList, she has founded and successfully runs her own wellness business.