They bought a home without ever seeing it — Here’s how David did it.

BY The Moore Group | August 29, 2025

In late June, a couple reached out to David Van Benthem, ready to make a move but with one major challenge: they couldn’t come to Winnipeg in-person.

They had their eye on a house, but they needed a team that could handle everything remotely and communicate clearly. Here's how David made it happen.

It all began with a Sunday night email. The couple was eager to move quickly, so David wasted no time. He reached out right away and began to understand their budget, must-haves, preferred location, timeline, and more.

The house they liked seemed almost perfect, but they needed someone they could trust to walk them through every step of the process from hundreds of kilometers away.

The very next day, David set up a virtual showing. Through a video call, he walked them through the house, pointing out every detail, both the good and the bad.

He also provided context about the neighbourhood and comparable homes in the area, ensuring the couple had all the information they needed to make an informed decision.

Though the house wasn’t turnkey, it had potential. David connected them with trusted local contractors for repair estimates and arranged for an inspection, all remotely, before the offer was due. By the time Wednesday rolled around, they were ready to make an offer.

David walked them through the paperwork, explaining every document and he began negotiations. By the end of the day, their offer was accepted, without them ever stepping foot in the home.

David’s ability to act fast, understand his clients’ needs, and communicate clearly every step of the way made this process smooth and successful. Buying a home remotely may take more than just technology. It takes experience and David delivered.

At The Moore Group, all of our realtors are skilled, experienced, and knowledgeable — give us a call at 204-995-7355 to learn more about our team.