Michael John Lau — Top Markham Realtor | eXp Realty

Markham · Unionville · GTA · Since 2015

Markham's Top
REALTOR® & Luxury
Real Estate Expert

As a top Markham REALTOR® at eXp Realty, I help families, upsizers, and investors buy and sell luxury homes across Unionville, Angus Glen, Cornell, and the GTA — with nearly a decade of local expertise and a client-first approach.

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10+
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$1B+
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5★
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Top Markham REALTOR® at eXp Realty Licensed Since 2015 Luxury Homes Specialist Unionville · Angus Glen · Cornell · Berczy Village 5-Star Google Reviews Serving the Entire GTA Team Kaizen · Kaizen Real Estate Top Markham REALTOR® at eXp Realty Licensed Since 2015 Luxury Homes Specialist Unionville · Angus Glen · Cornell · Berczy Village 5-Star Google Reviews Serving the Entire GTA Team Kaizen · Kaizen Real Estate
Michael John Lau — Top Markham Realtor at eXp Realty
License #4784577 · eXp Realty

About Michael

Your Trusted Partner
in Markham Real Estate

As a top Markham REALTOR® since 2015, I've built my reputation on one principle: your outcome comes first. Whether you're buying your dream home in Unionville, selling a luxury property in Angus Glen, or investing in the GTA market — I bring deep local knowledge, honest counsel, and a proven marketing strategy to every transaction.

I specialize in luxury residential real estate across Markham, Richmond Hill, Stouffville, and the broader GTA. My clients trust me not just because I know the market — but because I know their neighbourhoods, street by street.

eXp Luxury
Certified Luxury Division
Team Kaizen
Kaizen Real Estate, Markham
GTA Coverage
Toronto · Markham · York Region
10 Years Local
Deep Markham Market Expertise

Why Choose Michael

What Makes a Top
Markham Realtor

Not all real estate agents are the same. Here's what separates the top Markham REALTOR® from the rest — and why my clients come back and refer their friends.

01
Hyper-Local Markham Knowledge
From Unionville's heritage streets to Cornell's new builds, I know every Markham neighbourhood's pricing dynamics, school catchments, and hidden value — street by street.
02
Strategic Pricing & Marketing
Professional staging, cinematic photography, targeted digital marketing, and MLS syndication — your home gets maximum exposure to qualified buyers across the GTA.
03
Luxury Specialist
As a certified eXp Luxury agent, I understand the discretion, presentation, and buyer network that luxury properties demand. From Cachet estates to Angus Glen executive homes.
04
Negotiation That Protects You
Whether you're selling in a slow market or competing in a hot one, I negotiate hard to protect your price, your conditions, and your timeline.
05
Client-First, Always
I work by referral and on reputation. That means every decision I make is guided by your best interest — not the fastest commission. My 5-star reviews speak to this.
06
Full-Team Support
Team Kaizen gives you a full support system — mortgage brokers, home inspectors, staging professionals, lawyers, and movers — all vetted and coordinated for you.

What I Do

Services Built for
Every Stage

Buyer Services
From first showing to closing day — I guide you through every step of finding and securing your home in Markham, Unionville, or anywhere in the GTA.
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Seller Services
Strategic staging, premium marketing, and aggressive negotiation — designed to sell your home faster and for maximum value in the Markham market.
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Luxury Homes
Exclusive access, curated presentation, and a buyer network that matches the calibre of your property. Markham luxury, handled at the highest level.
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Real Estate Investing
Cash flow analysis, cap rate evaluation, and investment property strategy across Markham and York Region — for first-time and seasoned investors alike.
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Local Expertise

Markham's Best
Neighbourhoods

As Markham's top REALTOR®, I know every community inside out — from school rankings and transit access to recent sales and hidden gems. Explore the neighbourhoods I specialize in.

Unionville
Heritage & Luxury · Top Schools
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Angus Glen
Golf Course Estates · Executive Homes
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Cornell
Family Community · New Builds
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Berczy Village
Top-Ranked Schools · Parks
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Cachet
Prestige Enclave · Luxury Estates
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Wismer
Family-Friendly · Great Value
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Markham Village
Charming Character · Historic
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Mount Joy
Modern Living · GO Station Access
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Properties

Current Listings

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Featured
$1,699,990
101 Smoothwater Terrace
4 Beds4 Baths3,277 sq ft
New
$499,990
9582 Markham Rd, Unit 212
1+Den Bed1 Bath670 sq ft
For Sale
$695,000
100 Harrison Garden
2 Beds2 Baths887 sq ft

Client Reviews

What Markham
Homeowners Say

Real results from real clients across Markham, Unionville, and the GTA. I work by referral — and this is why.

★★★★★

"It was time to downsize and I came across Michael on social media. The staging was excellent, a comprehensive home inspection, and detailed weekly feedback from viewers. Michael seamlessly helped the sale move along to closing."

Horace McPherson
Seller · Markham
★★★★★

"From the very first phone call, they showed true professionalism and confidence. They gave a clear analysis of my home, great advice on preparation, and marketed it to the right buyers. They didn't just focus on closing — they focused on the best result."

Ernie Lau
Seller · Markham
★★★★★

"Michael has been an exceptional and knowledgeable agent! I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a real estate agent who will truly achieve the outcome you're looking for."

Jonathan Y
Buyer · GTA
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Markham Real Estate, Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers to the questions Markham buyers and sellers ask most — from pricing and commission to luxury marketing and market timing.

A Markham listing agent prices your home using recent sold comparables from your specific neighbourhood — adjusted for your home's size, upgrades, lot, and condition — not active listings or online estimates. Michael John Lau uses TRREB-verified sold data at the street level, because Markham neighbourhoods behave as distinct micro-markets: some have recently sold over asking in under three weeks while others negotiated below list over six-plus weeks. Pricing from live comparables rather than city-wide averages is what positions a home to sell faster and for its full market value.
Real estate commission in Ontario is always negotiable and never fixed by law. In Markham and the Greater Toronto Area, total commission commonly falls in the range of roughly 3.5% to 5% of the final sale price, typically shared between the listing brokerage and the buyer's brokerage. Buyers usually pay no commission directly, as it is customarily covered by the seller. The right number depends on the property, the market, and the scope of marketing and service — it should be discussed openly before any listing agreement is signed.
Marketing a Markham luxury home starts with precision pricing from recent comparable sales, then layers professional staging, architectural and twilight photography, cinematic video, and full digital distribution across Instagram, YouTube, and the major real estate portals. For luxury and estate properties, marketing extends to targeted advertising, email campaigns to qualified buyer networks, and discreet private outreach where appropriate. Michael John Lau, a REALTOR® in eXp Realty's Luxury Division, tracks buyer engagement throughout and adjusts the plan so the property reaches serious, qualified buyers.
Yes — Michael John Lau publishes monthly Markham market updates covering recent sales, price movement, days on market, and sell-to-list ratios, broken down to the neighbourhood level for communities across Markham and York Region. These data-driven reports help buyers and sellers time their move and understand what is actually happening on their street, rather than relying on broad regional headlines that can lag the local market by months.
Yes — an experienced Markham buyer's agent can surface off-market and pre-market opportunities through local networks and broker connections, giving buyers more options and sometimes less competition. On negotiation, the agent advises on offer price, terms, and conditions and manages the process using current sold data and market trends — protecting the buyer while working to secure the strongest possible deal. In a competitive market, that professional guidance often makes a measurable difference in both price and terms.
First-time buyers in Markham receive step-by-step guidance covering budgeting with real numbers, mortgage pre-qualification and required documents, down payments, and closing costs. The buyer's agent explains how to compare listings, structure a competitive offer, and use conditions that keep the offer safe. Buyers also get access to a home search portal and real-time neighbourhood sold prices, so they can move with confidence and avoid overpaying — with an agent available to clarify each step along the way.
Yes — the Kaizen Real Estate Team includes a member who is both a REALTOR® and a licensed mortgage agent, so buyers can get help finding the right home alongside informed guidance on mortgage options, pre-approval, and budgeting. Having real estate and financing expertise on one team streamlines the process and helps buyers make confident, well-informed decisions.
Yes — for renters, a Markham real estate agent finds listings that fit your needs and budget, arranges showings, prepares a competitive rental application with the documents landlords require, and reviews lease terms before you sign. For landlords, the agent markets the property, screens and qualifies tenants, handles showings, and sets up the lease agreement. The goal on both sides is a smooth process where you understand your options at every step.
Michael John Lau is a Markham REALTOR® and leader of the Kaizen Real Estate Team at eXp Realty's Luxury Division, with more than a decade of experience, 75+ five-star reviews, and recognition as an ICON Agent in 2024 and 2025. His approach pairs data-driven pricing from street-level TRREB sold data with full-service luxury marketing across Markham and York Region. Clients choose him for a process built on accurate valuation, professional presentation, and responsive, informed guidance from first conversation to closing.

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