“I have known Cindy Wennerstrom since 2007 and have worked with her since.  We own a legal Triplex together in the Upper Beaches of Toronto in which we converted successfully from a duplex into a triplex.  Cindy is a well-known Investor in the area and helps people with renovations and tenant find services.  She has help me and my clients since 2007 with her services and I can only say that if she wasn't doing a superb job then I wouldn't still be recommending her.  What makes Cindy so great is that she actually cares what the houses look like.  She actually cares who her tenants are.  She actually wants to provide the best quality and service to her clients and tenants.  I have never come across anyone who values these standards and actually delivers on them.  When Cindy works on a conversion project or a renovation project, her intentions are to make all things better from the neighbourhood, the street, the neighbours, the subject property, and the tenant experience.  All of these must work for Cindy in order for her "Gold Standard" to prevail.   Thank you Cindy for making our community a better place to live!”

“In our business dealings with Cindy over the past three years, we have found her to be very professional and extremely knowledgeable about the Toronto Rental Market.   As a new investor into this area, Cindy’s expertise was instrumental in our decision to proceed with our venture.  I was not only impressed with her knowledge of the financials related to investment properties, but also her strong desire to ensure tenants are protected contractually and that there be a healthy relationship between the tenant and the landlord.   As a property owner, I would not hesitate endorsing Cindy […] as she is a very responsible landlord and her attention to detail has a positive impact on property values.”

“Cindy imparts her business acumen and design skills to every redevelopment project. I’ve attended seminars and had personal consultations where Cindy explained how she took a rundown, poorly managed property and transformed it into a beautifully designed and redeveloped multi-family property.  The added benefit of Cindy’s projects is the economic domino-effect of increased value to the property and neighbourhood.  I can only speak very highly of her as a business-woman, renovator and fellow real estate investor.  Cindy has provided incredible advice and coached me in my short career as a real estate investor. Her guidance has helped me effectively and efficiently manage my business and increase cash flow.”

“Cindy has been involved in not only renovating and renting properties but has also acted as mentor and coach to a group of women interested in developing their portfolios.  She goes above and beyond at all times to support and provide professional advice.  My husband and I have called on Cindy as a consultant to make investment and retirement decisions.  As a property owner […] I have welcomed Cindy’s suggestions as to how to develop my home.  Cindy is actively involved in the community and has great pride in the city of Toronto.  Her renovations are always aimed at upgrading the property and enhancing the surrounding area.”

“In May 2013 we retained Oro Properties to secure a tenant for our residential rental property in Toronto.  […] My wife and I had been seeking to diversify a portion of our investment holdings into income-producing real estate.  Our experience with Cindy and her team was first rate.  We found her to be very knowledgeable, diligent, and pleasant to deal with.  Her considerable experience was evident as she guided us through the key considerations of landlord – tenant relations, advised on market positioning, and managed us through the process.  Additionally, we appreciated her insights into the building and managing of her own real estate investment portfolio.  Her business-like approach appears to be having meaningful success.  We would recommend Cindy to others and would also retain her services again.”

 

“I would like to take this opportunity to give Cindy Wennerstrom and her company Oro Properties my highest endorsement.  I have used the services of her company and was extremely pleased with the high level of professionalism and quality of the accommodations.  Ms. Wennerstrom has one of the most comprehensive screening procedures for potential tenants that I have ever encountered from a corporate housing company.  The paperwork process with lengthy, but at the end of the day you also can feel confident that your neighbours have also been thoroughly vetted.  I found that the property that I rented short term from Ms. Wennerstrom was high quality and very secure. I have been so impressed by the service offered by Ms. Wennerstrom that […] I have recommended her services directly to […] several colleagues in my own profession.”

I am midway through my [sixth] annual lease with Oro Properties, and I highly recommend Cindy Wennerstrom and her staff as reliable, responsible landlords.

Having been through it myself, I can attest to the fact that the rigorous screening program in place for prospective tenants, and my co-tenants over the years [has] reflected that high standard. […] I have never once experienced anything but the quickest, friendliest response to any of my tenant needs, including small repairs.

Having been a renter in Toronto for a number of years, I’ve had my fair share of landlords, and no company or individual has set, or maintained, higher standards than Cindy and Oro Properties.

 

“I rented from Cindy for 2 years.  She keeps her properties in impeccable shape, and rents to only impeccable tenants (I was lucky to be one).  I was put through a grueling screening process.  She did a credit check, called all three of my references, followed up with two of my previous landlords, and made sure I signed about a 40-page contract!  In return, she was an amazing landlord.   If there was even a dripping tap, she had someone over to fix it immediately.  I was so impressed with [Cindy’s] knowledge of the industry and her professionalism, I pitched her to a television company, who immediately signed on, and created a pilot episode at their own expense. “

“Cindy has proven to be a professional, attentive and thorough property manager, in our opinion. We rented a house in East York from Oro Properties that [was] a short-term rental (four months), Cindy [was] extremely accessible, addressing all concerns to the very best of her ability. We found everything was as expected upon our arrival from Vancouver, BC.  Cindy ensured that she and her staff were in regular contact, via email, phone and in-person on our move in date and [onwards]. […] We believe Cindy is conscientious and attentive and takes great pride in her properties.“

“Cindy runs a tight ship; she has thorough application procedures for her tenants and consistently keeps in contact with them afterwards to ensure that everything is in check. For example, she updated me about the ice storm while I was out of town and offered to check the property to keep the pipes from potentially freezing in the power outage.”

“I have been a tenant of Cindy Wennerstrom’s for [ten] years now.  I am very impressed with Cindy’s ability to transform an old property into something quite new and unique.   She is a very hard working individual and a seasoned and devout landlord and renovator of good solid properties in Toronto.  Cindy cares a great deal about her tenants and is always available to resolve any issues that might arise in her plethora of properties.  Cindy belongs to several real-estate organizations and is a very connected person in the renovating and renting world.  I highly support and recommend her as a reputable & ethical landowner who rents middle and upper high-end homes to fantastic professionals like myself in great neighbourhoods.”

“I had the pleasure of stumbling upon an Oro Properties site [one] summer in East Toronto and was delighted not only to find a superior rental unit but an organized, professional and caring group behind it.  I was quite determined to find a rental location in a quiet area of the city that allowed me to work from home and Cindy made that happen. The unit was in spectacular shape and far exceeded my expectations. I could tell from the get-go that effort and care was put into making my unit exceptional and one that anyone would be proud to live in.  I have been even more impressed at the amount of time and support that Cindy and her staff put in to ensuring I know what a valued renter I am to Cindy and how quickly she is available when in need. I have rented for many years and have never met a more intuitive, thoughtful and superb landlord.  I consider myself fortunate to be renting with Oro Properties and look forward to being a part of the Oro "family" for as long as possible. I will also continue to recommend Cindy's rentals and investment opportunities to clients, friends and family.”

“My boyfriend and I have been tenants of [Cindy’s] for almost a year now and have only good experiences to speak of.  Her professionalism and responsiveness have proved her to be reliable in an array of situations, creating a bond of trust that is greatly acknowledged and appreciated.  Cindy's ability to create an environment not only aesthetically pleasing but homey as well, truly exhibits her many talents in this business.”