A force in local real estate

VISHNU Kadar, a solo real estate agent in Guyana, has been in the business for over 30 years, managing Vish Realty from his residence, which also serves as his office.

The 72-year-old told Pepperpot Magazine that as a father of three, he operates his small business alone, just as he has for all this time—managing quite efficiently that way.

He has been advertising his business, which he began in the 1980s, in the Guyana Chronicle for a long time and, over the years, has established a reputation for himself in the local real estate industry.

Kadar added that at that time, many people were migrating and the real estate business was booming, making it a lucrative endeavour. He took a chance on it and it was successful.

He explained that over time, he was often recommended by others and his business grew. Kadar added that he is originally from Mora Creek, Mahaicony Creek—a village he left more than 45 years ago to seek a better life. He wanted a stable job.

The real estate agent stated that he became a top salesman at an insurance company where he worked for five years, and it was there he received his training.

Kadar added that he also worked at another insurance company for three years before he branched off to become self-employed as a real estate agent in Guyana.

He had an office on Waterloo Street in Georgetown, but closed it after returning from a trip abroad, years ago.

The businessman told Pepperpot Magazine that he enjoys meeting people as a real estate agent, sharing and exchanging views on property sales, among other things. It is an attractive business where you can earn back what you invested.

“In this business you have to operate honestly and tell people whether they are getting a good deal or not, and also ensure they are not “scammed” with fake documents for properties that do not belong to the seller. It is also a dicey business with shady players, so you have to be in the know all the time,” he said.

Kadar, as an experienced professional in the real estate business, has amassed a large number of clients over the years. He also advertises his business in the newspaper, and people are often referred to him by others he has done business with.

He said  property values have increased significantly in recent times and it also depends on the area where the property is located. Altogether, the business is competitive, as is.

The senior citizen related that buying and selling houses and properties is an around-the-clock job, which entails a lot of paperwork and ‘running around’ to the relevant agencies to verify documents and so on.

Although he has never been caught up in any fraudulent transactions in the real estate business, he reported that there are a lot of fakes out there and advised persons to be wary of them.

Kadar stated that he advises his clients to make the best real estate purchases, and for that, he has earned the recognition he deserves as a legitimate businessman who does things by the book.

Being in the business for so long, he is very knowledgeable about current house and property prices and knows when to make a sale and how to conduct credible business.

Kadar, the owner of Vish Realty, said he has a high-level clientele and is well respected in the real estate business as a credible person among his peers, some of whom have long since passed away.

Even though he has had some health issues, the elder businessman added that he takes care of himself to stay healthy and motivated as a self-starter.

He has only one kidney, is diabetic, has high blood pressure and is a cancer survivor.

Kadar is also employed as a company secretary with a local mining firm and receives a salary from this job.

As a busy person, he has learned how to cope with the demands of his two jobs and still finds time for himself.