We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you! From two teams that care deeply, execute precisely, and deliver remarkably, we are thrilled to announce Seyer Group and GoodStory are merging into a unified team under the GoodStory brand. More reach. More expertise. More impact. Even more good stories. Together, we’re dedicated to making your next chapter your best chapter!
What this means for you:
Extended community: Our combined team will significantly expand our reach, ensuring your property receives the attention it deserves. By leveraging our new expanded database, we can provide you with exclusive off-market opportunities and more valuable connections. Our team has a combined social media presence of more than 165,000 followers.
Unmatched Expertise: We believe that every client deserves to have a remarkable experience and our goal is to guide you through the real estate process in a way that makes you want to live the journey again. With over 39 years of combined experience, 450+ good stories and over $266M+ in volume, we’re combining our knowledge to serve you better.
Meaningful Connections: We come from diverse backgrounds and prioritize the commitment, care, and collaboration required to help propel you forward. We want you to experience financial and emotional gratification, and know that a good partnership is crucial to accomplish this.
While we’re expanding our resources and capabilities, one thing remains unchanged:
We are in the business of real good real estate.
Our deepest motivation is to see our clients live the stories that propel their futures. These stories become our stories — stories that impact everything we do throughout a real estate transaction.
We’re here to answer any questions you might have about this transition and what it means for you. Your continued trust and support mean the world to us, and we wouldn’t be here without you.
Meet your new team:
Josh Reyes:Josh is the #1 Social Media Realtor in Ottawa with a community of 16,800 individuals, and brings over 5 years of experience. He has a passion for the numbers and helping you explore creative routes when it comes to your real estate options. He has competed at Worlds in the sport of powerlifting and most recently completed his first ever Ironman 70.3.
Niya Voycheva:With her background in data analytics and a lifelong passion for real estate, Niya adds another layer of expertise to our team. Originally born in Bulgaria, Niya came to Canada in grade 10. She is passionate about interior design and staying active through dance and powerlifting.
Mallory Rowan: Coming onboard as a Strategic Advisor, Mallory has co-founded multiple successful businesses, has won several awards including Business Influencer of the Year and Ottawa’s Best Sales Coach two years in a row. She is dedicated to making finance and real estate more accessible with her online community of 110,000+ ambitious individuals.
Tony McNeil:Born and raised in Newfoundland, Tony’s diverse experiences across Canada have shaped who he is today. Now in Ottawa, Tony sees real estate as the culmination of his life’s work in understanding homes from the ground up. With over a decade in carpentry and construction—from new builds to high rises and renovations—he transitioned from contracting in Ontario to real estate, using his hands-on skills to help clients.
Shadi Bultaip: Born in Venezuela and raised in Panama, grew up with parents in the textile industry. He studied architecture and moved to Ottawa as an international student to complete programs in green LEED architecture and project management. After leading the team’s marketing for two years, Shadi became an agent, combining his architectural knowledge with his marketing experience.
LeoAlvarenga: Leo comes from a family of business owners and was deeply influenced by his grandfather’s journey from poverty to real estate success in Honduras. He has found his niche in real estate development. In 2021, he bought a Hintonburg diamond-in-the-rough, a 14-month project that became a GOBHA finalist. He leads the team’s operations, blending his numerical expertise with a commitment to making a positive impact.
Jenniffer Alvarenga:Jen, the daughter of first-generation real estate developers, saw firsthand how her parents transformed their lives in Honduras through real estate. She began investing at the age of 18 and although she initially was reluctant to become an agent, her passion for marketing and exceptional service, made her realized the significant impact she could make in others’ real estate story a good one.
Together, we make Goodstory —your warm, creative real estate experts who deliver a remarkable, full-service experience to families and individuals entering the next chapters of their lives in Ottawa and we are excited to have you with us in this journey!
Our merger will enhance the good real estate service you’ve come to rely on. With increased resources and expertise, we’re dedicated to guiding you with competence, precision and care through every step of your real estate journey—whether you’re buying, selling, or investing.
Our mission remains the same: to care deeply, execute precisely, and deliver remarkably.
Here’s to turning the page to our best chapter yet, thank you for being part of our story!
We know that one of these homes could be the start to your next chapter. We invite you to peruse our featured homes as well as our complete catalogue of listings. Reach out to us if something catches your attention. Your good story awaits.
