RE/MAX ACE REALTY INC., Brokerage · Downtown Toronto · Durham · GTA

Nishan Palakrishnan, REALTOR®

Toronto & GTA real estate, with clear advice at every step.

Hello, I'm Nishan. I help people rent, buy and invest across the GTA, and I make sure you understand every decision along the way.

RE/MAX ACE REALTY INC., Brokerage

Nishan PalakrishnanSales Representative, RE/MAX ACE REALTY INC., Brokerage

Nishan Palakrishnan
Nishan PalakrishnanREALTOR®RE/MAX Ace Realty

Hands-on. Informed. Local.

You work with me directly, and I explain every number and every step.

  • One agent, start to finish

    No hand-offs and no assistants. You deal with me from the first search to the day you get your keys.

  • Numbers first

    My background is in accounting and finance, so I check carrying costs, closing costs and resale before anything else.

  • Local focus

    Downtown Toronto, Durham and the Greater Toronto Area, across condos, homes and investment properties.

  • Straight answers

    Plain-language advice and honest opinions, so you can decide with confidence.

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How I can help in Toronto, Durham and the GTA

Buying

Condos, homes and commercial space. I run the numbers with you first: carrying costs, fees, resale and rental potential.

How buying works

Selling

An honest read on value and a plan to reach the right buyers, with no pressure to list before you are ready.

How selling works

Start with the numbers

Free tools and guides, with no obligation.

Closing cost calculator

Down payment, CMHC insurance, land transfer tax (Ontario and Toronto) and your monthly payment, in one estimate.

Run the numbers

Buyer's and Seller's Guides

Plain-language guides to the process, the costs and the common mistakes, sent straight to your inbox.

Buyer's GuideSeller's Guide

Free home evaluation

A personal view of your home's value based on recent comparable sales, within 24 to 48 hours.

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Recent work, one client at a time

Every purchase or lease gets my direct attention, from first search to key handover. These are some recent examples.

About Nishan Palakrishnan

I'm a hands-on agent. I'm a RECO-registered Sales Representative with RE/MAX Ace Realty, serving Downtown Toronto, Durham, and the Greater Toronto Area since 2023.

I came to real estate from accounting and finance, so I look at every property the way a careful buyer should: carrying costs, resale, rental potential and what it really takes to close.

You deal with me directly. From the first search to the day you get your keys, there are no hand-offs and no assistants, and no pressure.

Most of my clients are buyers, tenants and investors. If you want one agent who knows your file inside out, let's talk.

Areas I serve: Downtown Toronto and Durham Region, including Pickering, Ajax, Whitby and Oshawa.

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Frequently asked questions

Straight answers to the questions I hear most. Don't see yours? Send me a message.

How can you help me navigate today's GTA market?

I look at the market one property at a time. Before you decide, I pull recent comparable sales from the MLS for the building or street you are considering, and I run the numbers with you: down payment, closing costs and monthly carrying costs.

My background is in accounting and finance, so the math comes first and the guesswork stays out. You get my honest read on what a property is worth and what it will cost you to own or rent.

Why should I choose you?

You deal with me directly, from the first search to the day you get your keys. There are no hand-offs and no assistants.

I am a RECO-registered Sales Representative with RE/MAX Ace Realty. I came to real estate from accounting and finance, so I explain costs and trade-offs in plain language. You can see examples in my recent work.

Do you help tenants and landlords, or only buyers?

Both. Leasing is a large part of my work, and most of my clients are buyers, tenants and investors.

  • Tenants: a shortlist built around your budget, area and commute, plus help with your application.
  • Landlords: pricing, marketing, tenant screening and the lease paperwork.

Learn more about renting

Do you work with both resale and pre-construction properties?

Yes. I help buyers with resale condos, townhomes and houses, and with pre-construction.

Resale and pre-construction both involve buying real estate, but the process is very different, from deposits and closing timelines to what you are actually signing. I tailor the guidance to the type of property and your goals.

Do you help with commercial and investment properties?

Yes. I have helped commercial clients and investors with their search and analysis, including:

  • Businesses looking to lease or buy space, such as auto repair shops and restaurants
  • Convenience stores and similar businesses for sale
  • Mixed-use and investment properties

With my accounting and finance background, I look closely at the numbers behind a property, such as income, expenses and return.

What do you do to sell my home?

I handle the whole sale, from the first conversation to closing:

  • Pricing based on recent comparable sales
  • Professional photography
  • Social media promotion
  • Open houses and showings
  • Offer handling and negotiation
  • Guidance from preparation to closing

Want to know where your home stands first? Request a free home evaluation.

How does the closing cost calculator help buyers plan?

It gives you a clear breakdown of the real costs of buying in Toronto and the GTA, including:

  • Minimum down payment
  • Land transfer tax (Ontario and Toronto, with first-time buyer rebates)
  • Mortgage insurance when your down payment is under 20%
  • Estimated monthly mortgage payment
  • Closing costs such as legal fees, adjustments, inspection and insurance
  • Monthly carrying costs such as condo fees, property tax and utilities

It shows how much cash you need upfront and what your monthly costs will look like, so you can plan before you make an offer. Results are estimates, not legal or mortgage advice. Use the calculator

How accurate is your home evaluation?

It is a personal review, not an automated estimate. I compare your home with recent comparable sales nearby, then consider details like size, layout, upgrades and condition. The result is a realistic range for what your home can sell for in the current market.

The evaluation is free, and you will hear back within 24 to 48 hours. Prices move and every buyer is different, so it is an informed estimate rather than a formal appraisal. Request a free home evaluation

Which areas do you cover?

Downtown Toronto, Durham Region and the wider Greater Toronto Area.

I'm just starting to think about it. Is that okay?

Of course. Early conversations are free and there is no obligation.

Let's talk

Tell me a little about what you need and I'll reply personally.

I never sell your details.