Mike MacGowan
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
613-859-1317
Mike (Ken’s son) is a second-generation, bilingual Real Estate Sales Representative licensed by the Real Estate Council of Ontario and a member of the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) and Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB). He has over 10 years of real estate experience with the MacGowan Team at RE/MAX Affiliates Realty. While attending Carleton University and playing music, Mike provided Administrative and Marketing support to the practice prior to obtaining his real estate licence.
His achievements have been recognized by company awards including the Executive Club, 100% Club, Platinum Club and Chairman’s Club (MacGowan Team) from RE/MAX International.
Mike is a lifelong resident of Ottawa with deep family roots in the community and Ottawa’s surrounding areas. For many years, Mike had several Bands that toured throughout North America. He managed the Bands (booking shows, financing & merchandise sales etc.) as well as performing and writing music. He continues to play guitar and write & record music.
Mike is married to Robyne (a Federal Public Servant), the wedding festivities were in Prince Edward Island celebrating with Robyne’s large extended family. Mike and Robyne are the Proud Parents of 2 Daughters (one 3-year-old and one 11-month-old) and homeowners that enjoy improving their home – you may see them wandering the aisles at Home Depot and Lowes!
They are the proud owners of Bons, their excitable Jack Russell/Chihuahua rescue dog and Marley, their Chocolate Labrador Retriever. Mike and Robyne enjoy family time with their Daughters, golf, driving their 1974 Chevy Nova SS and time by the beach at the MacGowan Family Cottage in Prince Edward Island.
Ken MacGowan
BROKER
613-791-5480
After a successful career in the world of Accounting/Finance (at Computing Devices Company – now General Dynamics, an international accounting firm and Accenture/Synerlogic Inc.) with his B.Comm. from Carleton University and his accounting designation (CPA, CMA), Ken obtained his Real Estate Sales Representative license (later his Real Estate Brokers license) in 1990. After working with an independent Brokerage for a short time he joined the RE/MAX network in 1992.
Ken is celebrating 30 years in real estate this year. His achievements have been recognized by company awards – Top Agent & Top Team at RE/MAX Affiliates, President’s Club, 100% Club, Platinum Club, Chairman’s Club (MacGowan Team), RE/MAX International Hall of Fame and the RE/MAX International Lifetime Achievement Award – fewer than 1% of RE/MAX Associates worldwide have achieved this award!
As a lifelong resident of Ottawa, Ken loves his hometown and believes in strong communities and in giving back to his community. He and his family support The Ottawa Hospital Foundation, Ottawa Humane Society, United Way, Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation and the Miracle Home Program which benefits the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO). He also serves on the Finance Committee at the Ottawa Real Estate Board.
Ken’s Real Estate education includes Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), Registered Relocation Specialist (RRS) as well as Real Estate Broker’s license from the Real Estate Council of Ontario, Ontario Real Estate Association and membership in the Ottawa Real Estate Board.
Outside of real estate Ken enjoys family time with his wife Sue (a recently retired Sr. Public Servant), son Mike, daughter-in-law Robyne, 2 young Grandaughters, and son Brian as well as walking Labrador Retriever Mix (rescue dog) Gordon on the many neighbourhood pathways. A favourite summer vacation destination is the family Cottage in Prince Edward Island, Algonquin Park or traveling to Europe. Ken also spends time cheering on the Ottawa Senator’s in the winter (along with some golf time in Florida) and the Ottawa Redblack’s in the summer/fall. Ken’s favourite activity in summer is driving his roadster to play an occasional game of golf at the Mississippi Golf Club in Appleton.
Daren MacGowan
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
613-324-5294
Ken invited his brother Daren to join the MacGowan Team in 2007 immediately upon obtaining his real estate licence. Daren is a Real Estate Sales Representative licenced by the Real Estate Council of Ontario and a member of the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) and Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB).
Daren has a vast knowledge of Marketing and Advertising. Prior to entering real estate Daren was self-employed as the Owner/Operator of a boutique graphic design firm dedicated to producing high quality marketing strategies and materials for many local and international Clients. He spent a few years living in Oakville while attending/graduating from the Graphic Design program at Sheridan College, and later working as a magazine Art Director in Hamilton.
Daren is a life-long (except for his College years) resident of Ottawa. He believes in giving back to the community and has spent many years coaching both boys and girls youth hockey, receiving coach of the year (twice) from the Kanata Minor Hockey Association. Daren has been an active participant in fundraising for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation and the Miracle Home Program which benefits the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), as well as other fundraising activities for CHEO.
He is married to Andrea (Creative Director/Brand Steward at an Ottawa based specialty retailer) with three adult children (son Ethan and daughters Halden and Quinn) and their feisty miniature Schnauzer (Heidi). The winter months are spent playing recreational hockey and hopefully some travel to a sunny destination. Daren has developed a passion for golf and learning to play the guitar and enjoys woodworking and other creative pursuits in his home shop.
Seller’s
The process of selling your home to obtain the maximum price in a reasonable amount of time and with a minimum of disruption to your family’s busy life has become increasingly more complicated – Let us simplify the process for you and your family!
“Just a few lines to say thanks for your efforts in the selling of my properties . . . It was like dealing with an old friend who you know you can trust to represent your interests with professionalism and honesty.” Ms. D. P., Kanata
We will provide you with information and answer your questions concerning the home selling process including:
- Current market conditions
- Pricing your home to maximize and protect your equity
- How to prepare your home for sale to gain the maximum return
- Our unique HOME MARKETING PROGRAM – a broad based program which ensures maximum exposure for your home, and has been proven to produce satisfied clients.
Buyer’s
Whether you are moving across the street or across the world – we will ensure that you have the information you need as you embark on one of the most important decisions you will make for you and your family!
“We were introduced to Ken by friends upon our recent return to Canada. Ken is very informed on the Ottawa real estate market and Ken seemed to know right from our first meeting as to what type of house we were looking for. Ken certainly went out of his way to find our dream home and to ensure that the closing went off without a hitch.” Mr. & Mrs. C., Ottawa.
We will provide you with information and answer your questions concerning the home buying process including:
- Developing a list of your specific needs in your new home
- Pre-qualifying for a mortgage
- The role of the REALTOR®
- The role of the Lawyer
- The Offer of Purchase and Sale
- Arranging a mortgage
- Home Inspection services
- Closing costs (How much do you need available?)
- Other costs and government programs available to Buyers
- Moving day
Relocating to Ottawa?
As Canada’s capital, Ottawa is a relocation magnet, especially for federal government, military, RCMP and hi-tech employees. Every year, many families move to Ottawa and the surrounding communities of Kanata, Stittsville, Barrhaven, Westboro, The Glebe, Centretown and Orleans. The Ken MacGowan Team understands the undertaking of such a move, and strive to help make it as stress free as possible. It is important you have access to the most reliable and up to date Ottawa and area information so you can make the smartest move possible. Ken and his Team have successfully assisted many clients, just like you, relocate to Ottawa. You will find that we can be a valuable resource when you are ready to make your move!
We are here to assist you and make the Ottawa relocation process easier, including providing:
- Property listings in the price range you are interested in
- Maps of Ottawa
- Ottawa Transit Route Maps
- Bike trail and park maps
- School information
- Other helpful brochures and information