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Selling a house can be stressful, but Mike made the process smooth and straightforward. He kept us informed every step of the way and gave practical advice.
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Finance options available — so cost is never the barrier. From difficult properties to premium homes, we put in the work many won't. We assess in-depth, prepare thoroughly, present carefully, and negotiate hard — and if you need help covering marketing costs upfront, we can talk through finance options to make it work. Because the difference between a good result and a great one comes down to effort, and effort is something we never skimp on.
Moving can be a major life transition, and rarely simple — even when the move is a happy one. Putting your home on the market brings its own kind of pressure, and it's okay to find that overwhelming.
That's where we come in. We take the stress off your shoulders, keep you informed every step of the way, and we won't stop till the job's done and you get the result you deserve — no matter what comes up along the way.
When an agency is built around the client, not the agent, the whole sale feels different. Here's what changes.
It's never just a transaction to us. We take the time to understand your situation and build everything around what matters most to you.
People before commission, every time. We built agenté to challenge the perceptions that often give real estate a bad rap.
We prepare properly, present thoroughly, and negotiate hard — and we consistently sell above the local average.
Earthquake damage, botched repairs, difficult layouts, compromised land, busy locations, lack of privacy — we've seen it all and sold it all.
The difference between a price and the best price is a bucket-load of hard work. We bring the skill, strategy and tenacity needed to close that gap.
We tell you what you need to hear, not necessarily what you want to hear — because honesty now is worth more than disappointment later.
Every great result starts with a good conversation. Here's how we work — from the first meeting to settlement day.
Visit the property, understand what makes it special, identify what's worth addressing before going to market.
A thorough write-up — selling range, conditions, honest recommendations laid out openly and clearly.
Tackle anything that could limit price, present the home, create marketing material. No upfront costs.
Open homes, regular updates, advice on offers, hard negotiation when the time comes.
A comprehensive information pack keeps things moving — the more buyers know, the faster conditions are satisfied.
Buyer goes unconditional, deposit paid. Take a moment — that's a big deal.
Final inspection, chattels and condition match, funds released. A new chapter begins.
From honest presentation advice to full marketing and hands-on support — we are here every step of the way.
Funding for repairs and marketing through our Property Credit partnership.
Learn morePractical, no-fluff advice on how to present your home for the best possible price.
We roll up our sleeves and get stuck in. Not just an advisor — a partner.
Professional photography, video, listing, advertising — across all the major NZ portals and international platforms.
Open homes, regular updates, negotiation, paperwork — handled from end to end.
One agenté agent through the whole sale. Always available, always informed.
Comparable sales, market conditions, strengths and weaknesses — laid out clearly.
What to do — and what to skip — to close the gap between current value and best price.
Recommendations for affordable, quality builders, painters, landscapers, stagers.
Because no two properties or situations are the same. When we meet, we'll take the time to understand your property, your circumstances, and what you're hoping to achieve. From there, we'll put together a plan that makes sense and talk you through it — openly and honestly. Always able to pivot in unique or difficult circumstances.
Book a free appraisalThrough our partnership with Property Credit, you can fund your property advertising — plus pre-sale improvements like renovations or furniture rental to stage your home. Funds are released in a few days and repaid when your property sells.
Talk to us about finance*Conditions apply. Finance is provided by Property Credit, subject to their approval, fees and terms.
Property buyers usually screen listings online first. They scroll through photos and decide in seconds whether a home is worth their time. If your home doesn't present well in those first images, you've lost a percentage of your potential buyers before they ever walk through the door. Strong presentation = more buyers = more competition = better price. It's that simple.
More buyers means more competition, which means a better price. Our standard package includes Trade Me Platinum + six international platforms, OneRoof Plus + a full digital campaign. Premium properties get extended national and international reach. We invest in the marketing so you don't have to upfront — it's all included.
Not always. Auctions can be powerful — but they also exclude conditional buyers, which can shrink the buyer pool significantly. We prefer methods that maximise the number of buyers who can compete for your property, then add urgency where it helps. We'll always recommend the option most likely to get the best result for your home, your timing, and your market.
It depends on the property, the price point, and the market — but our process is built around being thorough before we go to market, so most well-prepared homes find a buyer within four to eight weeks of listing. The pre-sale prep is where we save you weeks (and dollars) at the back end.
That's our specialty. Mike cut his teeth selling damaged properties after the Christchurch earthquakes — so difficult homes don't faze us. We tackle issues head-on, get the right reports, and present the property honestly. Buyers respect that, and the result is almost always better than burying the issue and hoping nobody notices.
What it's like to sell with us — in our clients' own words.
Selling a house can be stressful, but Mike made the process smooth and straightforward. He kept us informed every step of the way and gave practical advice.
The second time we've used Steve to sell for us — and just as happy as the first. He goes above and beyond to keep the sale running smoothly, with great communication and real local knowledge.
Communication was excellent — I knew what was happening every step of the way. Sharon went above and beyond to get a good outcome for everyone involved. Highly recommended.
An exceptional experience selling our family home with Angela. She exceeded our expectations, secured a great price within four weeks, and made a stressful process feel smooth and manageable.
Would highly recommend Mike — he was very patient with our lack of knowledge and made sure we understood each step of the process. He did a lot of background work that was above and beyond.
We're not afraid of a challenge. In fact, it motivates us. We know the difference between a price and the best price is a bucket-load of work — and we're here to do what it takes to get you the result you want.