Welcome to ronluckman.com! 
Welcome to my website; a comprehensive guide to buying and selling real estate in Woodstock, Ontario and the surrounding Oxford County area. Whether you are a first time home buyer who is apprehensive about taking that initial step, or a current home owner who is looking to sell, I'm sure you will find my website to be a useful real estate resource.
Thinking of Buying? The information available here will broaden your over-all knowledge of the real estate purchasing process and help to determine the amount you can afford to spend on a home. And of course, you will also be able to see every MLS listing, not only in Woodstock and Oxford County, but right across Canada as well.
After living in Woodstock, Ontario for more than 45 years, you can rest assured that I know Oxford County pretty well. I understand the various communities, their neighbourhoods, and their history. Consequently, I can quickly help you identify the properties that will most closely meet your real estate needs. I am proud to be an Oxford County native and would be happy to act as your tour guide.
Thinking of Selling? Here again, my website contains numerous tools and real estate resources that have been proven to maximize a home's selling price, minimize the time required to sell, and, eliminate most of the stress normally associated with selling a house.
You will also see that I take tremendous pride in the presentation of each and every one of my real estate listings, regardless of list price. With almost 90% of homebuyers now shopping "on-line" it is critical that homes look and sound their absolute best on the internet. That's why I put so much extra effort into producing excellent photography, virtual tours and property descriptions. But it doesn't stop there; I apply the same professional standards to my feature sheets, brochures and other promotional materials. When it's time to sell your home, let me help you put your best foot forward.
By clicking on either the "FOR BUYERS" or "FOR SELLERS" tab at the top of this page and completing the on-line form, I can begin to help you buy a home or sell your home immediately. If you're not comfortable contacting me on-line, feel free to call me anytime between 8am and 10pm, 7 days a week, at 519-532-2651.
TESTIMONIALS
"There is not nearly enough space here to adequately describe how competent Ron is. Over the past several months that we have worked together he has shown initiative, organization, clear communication skills both written and verbal, intelligence, and a lively sense of humor. Working with Ron was one of the most fun experiences I have had in any business relationship because our ideals are nearly identical - do the job exceptionally well, be thorough, and accurate, and don't forget to laugh along the way. I just can't say enough about Ron!"
D. G. Milton, Ontario
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Ron, you're a gem! Thank you so much for all your work on our behalf. You have gone many extra miles for us and I appreciate that greatly. Hearing you say "...your new home in Woodstock," I felt a zing of excitement about getting to Woodstock and starting the next chapter of our lives there.
A. Z. Victoria, British Columbia
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Ron is the most professional and dedicated real estate agent I can recommend. With his knowledge of social networking, website creation, and the real estate market as a whole, you cannot find anyone who is more well-rounded than Ron. He will skillfully guide you as a seller or a buyer and provide you with accurate information to make an informed choice. You will appreciate the care and attention that he will provide. He is a definite asset to his profession and his company.
J. W. Woodstock, Ontario
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I have been buying and selling real estate in the Woodstock area for more than 30 years. The simple fact is, you have done more for me than any other real estate agent, ever. Thank You so much for everything.
A. H. Woodstock, Ontario
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Thank you so much for all you have done to help us sell my parents' home. Your professionalism, sensitivity and kindness have been a great comfort to us during this difficult time.
C. B. London, Ontario
ABOUT ME
I was born and raised in Woodstock, Ontario; a great place to call home! During my formative years, I attended Princess Public School, D.M. Sutherland Senior Public, and finally, Huron Park Secondary School. In my final year at HPSS, I served as Student Council President and Co-Captain of the football team. For the record, no one would have ever mistaken me for a model student. In fact, it was often said that I never let school interfere with my education!
Following High School, I set off for Humber College to study Broadcast Management. From there, a career in radio took me to Simcoe, London and Hamilton before spending four years in Vancouver. While I initially went to the west coast to become the Creative Director at CKLG-CFOX-FM, I soon found myself working as a Rock Radio announcer which was an absolutely fantastic experience for a young person in the 1970's...especially one who could tell people he was from Woodstock! 
Upon my return from Vancouver, I studied Business and Economics at the University of Western Ontario. By then, it was the early 1980's and summer jobs were difficult to come by. To pay my way through school, I accepted a part time position with Western Cable, a local company that you may remember. As it turned out, I remained with the organization for the next 18 years, eventually assuming the role of Director of Programming and Community Relations for Shaw Communications (Ontario) Ltd.
In 1999, I received a call asking if I would consider taking over as the Executive Director of the Woodstock YMCA. I had been a Y Member and Community Advisor for many years and was well aware of the dire financial difficulty the organization was in. After initially declining the offer, I spent the next several weeks reflecting on what, if anything, could be done to save the Woodstock Y from the wrecking ball. I concluded that the job would be a huge headache, and, whoever accepted it wouldn't make very many friends given the significant changes that would be necessary. So, naturally, I called back to accept the challenge and never regretted my decision. (Update: After decades of discussions that pre-date even my time with the YMCA, I am pleased that the various levels of government have finally made a significant financial contribution to this valuable community resource. Major facility renovations are now complete.)
I am now into my fifth year with RE/MAX a-b Realty in Woodstock. Although the idea of being a Real Estate Agent had never crossed my mind, it struck me one day while I was away on vacation. I suddenly realized that, whenever I went anywhere, one of the first things I would always do is pick up a real estate magazine. The truth was I had always been fascinated by different communities, neighbourhoods, architecture, and interior design. So, while I never pictured myself as a "sales person", I concluded that I would really enjoy helping some people market their homes and, at the same time, assisting others in making sound purchasing decisions. That's when I realized that my education and experiences in Business Management, Economics, Media, Advertising, Promotion, Internet Marketing, and Community Services would all lend themselves very nicely to the real estate industry. Traditional Salesperson? No, definitely not. Purchasing and Marketing Advisor? Researcher? Business Coordinator? Tour Guide? Absolutely! I am the modern Realtor.
EVEN MORE ABOUT ME
In many ways, golf has helped to define me as a person. I first picked up a club at the age of 8 and the game has been my friend ever since. Golf has taken me to many parts of the world and provided me with special memories almost too numerous to count. These days, my friends are quick to point out that my skill level has declined steadily in recent years, however, I continue to discover new reasons to appreciate the game every time I play.
While I have served my community as a member of the Rotary Club and United Way, golf has always been my volunteering passion. I spent almost 20 years teaching the game for Fanshawe College, the Thames Valley Board of Education as well as countless individuals. Since 1999, I have volunteered with both the Royal Canadian Golf Association and the Golf Association of Ontario. It was an honour for me to serve as Chairman of the 2005 Canadian Junior Championship as well as Co-Chair for the 2009 Ontario Amateur. Consider yourself forewarned; the Oxford Golf & Country Club (Craigowan) has just been awarded the 2014 Canadian Ladies Amateur Championship and I might be calling on you to volunteer!
My wife, Wendi Yates, was born in Venezuela to British parents who later settled in Toronto. Wendi's background is in Fashion Design which she studied at Ryerson University before moving on to do her post-graduate work at the ARS Sutoria in Milan, Italy. (and yes, our closets are very full!)
Today, Wendi owns and operates "C'est Cheese Please!" at 12 Water Street South in the historic district of old Galt. The store replicates a Victorian-era French fromagerie and features fine cheeses from around the world as well as many others from artisanal Cheesemakers in Quebec and Ontario. If you are ever in the neighbourhood, I hope you will stop by to say hello. The self-proclaimed "Gourmandista" will be happy to offer you a tasty sample! 
Thanks for visiting my website. I hope we will have an opportunity to work together in the near future!
