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Our sales performance at a glance

See how move. has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

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Properties for sale

Sold properties

$676k

Average sale price

$23m

Total sales value

*Includes all properties sold (last 12 months) where the agent was a part of the transaction and published on ratemyagent.co.nz. It may not be complete and can exclude off-market, private sales and undisclosed pricing and sold dates. Contact agent for full sales history.

Meet the team

Get to know the 3 agents at move..

Darrell Paterson

Owner / Salesperson

4.9

(374 reviews)

About Darrell

I keep real estate simple. Clear communication, honest advice, and a process that feels well-managed from start to finish. With over six years in the industry, and a background in leadership including Regional Manager for Fonterra, I bring a structured, organised approach to every sale. Earlier, I spent nine years in the New Zealand Army, which shaped the calm, steady way I work with clients today. Sellers often tell me they feel informed, supported, and never under pressure. That’s important to me. My role is to guide you, keep things moving, and help you make confident decisions along the way. I live in Strandon with my wife Felicity, and when I’m not working, you’ll find me spending time with my three kids, getting out on the golf course, or enjoying the coastal walkway. If you want things handled properly, without the stress, I’m here to help.

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Michelle Habib

Licensed Real Estate Agent

(138 reviews)

About Michelle

The first thing you’ll notice when you meet Michelle is her welcoming demeanour and infectious smile. That’s because she loves this industry and thrives on connecting with people to support their real estate dreams. After 8 years in the real estate industry and over a dozen personal house sales, Michelle brings a wealth of experience, a can-do attitude, and a bit of fun to every interaction while navigating the intricacies of the process with finesse and care. Michelle embodies the timeless values of good, old-fashioned service, respect, and integrity. Clients can trust that they will receive unparalleled support and guidance, ensuring a seamless and rewarding real estate experience from start to finish.

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Riley Blair

Sales Consultant

(9 reviews)

About Riley

Known for his practical mindset, Riley works to provide straightforward, timely solutions that help clients move forward with confidence. Whether buying or selling, he aims to make the process smooth, well-managed, and as stress-free as possible. With experience across a range of roles, Riley has developed clear communication skills, practical problem-solving ability, and a consistent focus on going the extra mile. He takes a hands-on approach and isn’t afraid to think differently when it comes to achieving the right outcome. Working alongside Darrell Paterson, Riley is committed to ensuring both vendors and purchasers feel supported at every stage. Outside of real estate, he enjoys spending time with his partner, family and friends, along with cooking, baking, and staying active through indoor netball or football. If you’re after someone honest, approachable, and focused on delivering a strong result, Riley is ready to help.

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About us

Offering a unique and refreshing approach to real estate in New Plymouth. Whether you’re looking for a first home, a dream home, downsizing or scaling up, we have the industry knowledge and know-how to make your next step your best move. Here at move, we’re passionate about: ✅ Building a connection with our clients ✅ Problem solving through ongoing support and clear communication ✅ Putting you first Ultimately, our goal is to get you the best result with open, honest advice, while having a bit of fun along the way!

Seller review

1 day ago

Best property sales team. - outstanding communication, service and genuine care 👏 🙌

Darrell and his team were fantastic throughout the entire sales process. Darrell was an excellent communicator from start to finish — always professional, approachable, and supportive. He even made himself available during his holiday in Japan to assist with the settlement process, which truly showed his dedication and commitment to his clients. What could have been a stressful experience turned into a smooth and enjoyable one. I especially appreciated the genuine care, guidance, and reassurance Darrell provided throughout the journey. He was a great middleman between the vendor and purchaser, helping both parties feel heard and happy with the outcome. Wishing Darrell and The Move team all the very best moving forward. Highly recommend!

Darrell Paterson

4.9

(374 reviews)

Seller review

1 day ago

Great communication and service & a Truly Stress-Free Experience

Darrell and his team were fantastic throughout the entire sales process. Darrell was an excellent communicator from start to finish, always professional, approachable, and supportive. He even made himself available during his holiday in Japan to assist with the settlement process, which truly showed his dedication and commitment to his clients. What could have been a very stressful experience turned into a smooth and enjoyable one. I really appreciated how well he acted as a middleman between the vendor and purchaser, ensuring both parties felt heard and happy throughout the process. Highly recommend Darrell and The Move team!

Darrell Paterson

4.9

(374 reviews)

Buyer review

5 days ago

Professional and personable.

Darrell was a great communicator. He was very professional and easy to get a long with. He took the time to discuss contracts and made sure we were happy with the house during the pre-settlement inspection.

Darrell Paterson

4.9

(374 reviews)

Seller review

5 days ago

Dedicating and clear communication through out

Thank you Darrell for your outstanding service dedication and clear communication in selling my home The entire process was seamless and low stress I would recommend Darrell to anyone looking to sell their home

Darrell Paterson

4.9

(374 reviews)

Buyer review

10 days ago

Outstanding service

Great experience from start to finish. The team were professional, responsive, and accommodating, making the whole process feel straightforward and stress-free. Communication was clear throughout, Darrell gave honest, practical advice, and handled the negotiation process with confidence and clarity. Highly recommend, wouldn’t hesitate to use them again.

Darrell Paterson

4.9

(374 reviews)

Seller review

16 days ago

Amazing agent

Darrell was super helpful in guiding us through this process not only did he do a fantastic job to sell our home in the tight timeline but was also very helpful when we started looking at his open homes and advice on a couple of properties we were looking at. Fantastic to deal with highly recommend.

Darrell Paterson

4.9

(374 reviews)

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