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JIMMY YAR

Jimmy Yar

Senior Marketing Director

CEA Registration No: R060881I
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5.0
17 Reviews

17

Reviews

18

Awards Received

28

Trainings Attended

Introduction

Jimmy Yar aka Sherlock HOMES is a real estate agent under ERA Realty Network as a Senior Marketing Director.

The founder of a headhunting firm The Talent Detective, Jimmy expanded the Detective brand and search services beyond Career and further into another important aspect - Property.

The thinking is that if people trust you with their careers or hires, that trust would be transferable to other big important decisions in life such as selling or finding their next property.

Jimmy has been recognised by ERA Realty as the Top 2nd New Achiever Award for July 2020 out of 7000+ agents. Other accolades include 3 x Diamond Award recipient for 6-figures a month closure.

Contact Sherlock HOMES to be on your case.

Transaction Statistics

Reviews (17)

Chai Wei Wen (Buyer)
21 November 2025
1. Communication
2. Client Dedication
3. Value-added Services
4. Process Expertise
5. Market Knowledge
6. Reliability
7. Marketing Skills
8. Negotiation Skills

We had such a good experience with Jimmy throughout our first home-buying journey. As first-time buyers, we honestly had no idea what we were doing at the start, but Jimmy made everything so much easier. He always took the time to explain things clearly, break down all the complicated steps, and help us understand the market without making us feel overwhelmed. He’s super patient, thorough, and genuinely reassuring which really helped, because buying a place in Singapore can feel like a lot. We always felt like he had our backs and was looking out for our best interests. We’re really grateful for his help, and we’d definitely recommend him to anyone looking for an agent who’s honest, reliable, and just really good at what he does.

Dachang Li (Buyer)
19 November 2025
1. Communication
2. Client Dedication
3. Value-added Services
4. Process Expertise
5. Market Knowledge
6. Reliability
7. Marketing Skills
8. Negotiation Skills

If the rating scale didn’t stop at 5, I would happily give Jimmy a 5++. My wife and I had what felt like a mission-impossible home search in Singapore, with only a two-week window before we had to leave the country again. Jimmy not only made it possible—he made it smooth, stress-free, and even enjoyable. From home search to property evaluation, negotiation, and finally the handover, every step exceeded our expectations. Jimmy listens patiently, explains everything clearly, and handles every detail with exceptional professionalism. We were thoroughly impressed, satisfied, and grateful throughout the entire process. His service is truly outstanding. I strongly recommend Jimmy to anyone looking to buy property in Singapore.

Ng Kok Jong (Seller)
03 June 2024
1. Communication
2. Client Dedication
3. Value-added Services
4. Process Expertise
5. Market Knowledge
6. Reliability
7. Marketing Skills
8. Negotiation Skills

I am delighted to share my outstanding experience with Jimmy Yar from ERA Realty Network as a Senior Marketing Director. Selling my property was a seamless and swift process, thanks to hIs exceptional expertise and dedication. Within a month of listing, my property was sold at a record transaction price, exceeding my expectations.

Jimmy went above and beyond by professionally staging my property for the photo shoot, ensuring it looked its absolute best. He meticulously timed the transaction for a smooth and timely handover, demonstrating his attention to detail and commitment to client satisfaction.

Moreover, Jimmy didn’t stop there. He went the extra mile to help me secure my next property, providing invaluable support and guidance throughout the entire process. His exceptional service, market knowledge, and unwavering dedication make him a standout real estate professional. I highly recommend Jimmy to anyone looking to buy or sell property.

Tenny Ker (Seller)
22 May 2023
1. Communication
2. Client Dedication
3. Value-added Services
4. Process Expertise
5. Market Knowledge
6. Reliability
7. Marketing Skills
8. Negotiation Skills

Jimmy gives us a peace of mind and communicates everything thoroughly. Very impressed and pleased with our experience!

Anita Belani (Buyer)
14 February 2023
1. Communication
2. Client Dedication
3. Value-added Services
4. Process Expertise
5. Market Knowledge
6. Reliability
7. Marketing Skills
8. Negotiation Skills

Prompt, detailed, trustworthy, resourceful, committed, and assuring. That’s what Jimmy is like. As first time home buyers, we were overwhelmed and also wary of whether we should engage an agent. Jimmy took away all our doubts from our first call with him. He took the time to really understand what we were looking for and what we could afford. We bought our first home within just 2 weeks with his help.

What really stood out about Jimmy was that he made us feel secured and comfortable. He was reliable and made us feel he was available whenever we needed. It was such a painless experience, and we couldn’t have asked for a better agent to work with.

Awards Received (18)

Year / Period:2024 / Annual
Award:TOP 20% ACHIEVERS
Year / Period:2024 / Annual
Award:SERVICE ELITE
Year / Period:2023 / Annual
Award:TOP 500 ACHIEVERS
Position:#434
Year / Period:2023 / Annual
Award:ERA ASIA PACIFIC ELITE AWARD
Year / Period:2023 / Q3
Award:TOP 200 ACHIEVERS
Position:#172
Year / Period:2022 / Annual
Award:ERA ASIA PACIFIC ELITE AWARD
Year / Period:2022 / Annual
Award:TOP 20% ACHIEVERS
Year / Period:2022 / Oct
Award:TOP 10 ACHIEVERS
Position:#7
Year / Period:2022 / Oct
Award:TOP PROJECT ACHIEVER - OCR
Position:#1
Year / Period:2021 / Annual
Award:TOP 400 ACHIEVERS
Position:#353

Trainings Attended (28)

Year / Period:2026 / May
Type:RIA
Name:PE-CRS-260084 : HNW CLIENTS & FAMILY OFFICES WHAT EVERY AGENT MUST KNOW - ONLINE (ZOOM)
Year / Period:2026 / May
Type:RIA
Name:PC-CRS-260175 : FROM CPF CONFUSION TO PROPERTY CONFIDENCE - ONLINE (ZOOM)
Year / Period:2025 / Aug
Type:RIA
Name:P201S1086 = DIVORCE AND MATRIMONIAL CASES AFFECTING PROPERTY RESALE - ONLINE - ZOOM
Year / Period:2025 / May
Type:RIA
Name:P201S0963 = ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE FOR HDB OWNERS UPGRADING TO EXECUTIVE CONDOMINIUM - ONLINE - ZOOM
Year / Period:2025 / Mar
Type:RIA
Name:P104S1076 = EMPOWERING BUYERS: DECOUPLING, TRUSTS, GIFT TRANSFER & OVERSEAS PURCHASE - ONLINE - ZOOM
Year / Period:2024 / Mar
Type:RIA
Name:P201S1083 = HDB RESALE ELIGIBILITY AND CALCULATIONS - BUYERS - ONLINE - ZOOM
Year / Period:2024 / Mar
Type:RIA
Name:P201S1087 = ESTATE AND OWNERSHIP CASES AFFECTING PROPERTY RESALE - ONLINE - ZOOM
Year / Period:2024 / Jan
Type:ERA
Name:MONTHLY DIRECTION
Year / Period:2024 / Jan
Type:ERA
Name:THE BIG 2024 PROPERTY MARKET CYCLE SHIFT
Year / Period:2023 / Nov
Type:ERA
Name:Q4 CAD