We found Stephen to be both personable and professional when he secured our new home for us in Orewa. He answered our questions quickly and accurately. Nothing seemed to be a problem. We would thoroughly recommend Stephen if you are buying or selling a property. Peter and Judy
Stephen Reed
Working with Alina Yang to sell my property was easily the best decision I made. From day one, the communication was spot on. I’m the type of person who likes to know what’s happening, and Alina never left me guessing. Whether it was a quick text after an open home or a detailed weekly report, I always felt like I was her top priority. What really impressed me, though, was her problem-solving. We hit a bit of a snag during the due diligence phase when a potential buyer raised some specific concerns about the property's boundary lines and some minor maintenance bits. Instead of just passing the problem to me, Alina jumped straight in. She coordinated with the right people to get the facts straight and sat down with the buyer to talk them through it calmly. She didn’t just "find" a buyer; she managed them. She handled the back-and-forth negotiations with total professionalism, eventually bringing in multiple offers that exceeded my expectations. Even through a tricky settlement, her and her staff were all over the details. If you want a team that actually rolls up their sleeves and gets the job done—while keeping you sane—Alina is the one.
Alina Yang
Selling new-build townhouses in today’s market is notoriously difficult. With so much stock sitting on the market and buyers being incredibly picky, I knew I needed a team that could actually close, not just "show" the property. Alina Yang and Kiny Zhu did exactly that. What sets this team apart is their sheer intensity and communication. They didn't just wait for buyers to walk in; they hunted down leads and managed to sell a duplex for me when the market felt completely stagnant. The most impressive part was how they handled the "tough" buyers. As a developer, I know buyers can get really fixated on the smallest details or try to "nitpick" their way into a lower price. Alina and Kiny were absolute pros at problem-solving. Every time a buyer raised a concern or tried to push back on a technical detail, they were already ten steps ahead with a solution. They shielded me from the stress and handled the high-pressure negotiations with total grace. They have this unique ability to turn a skeptical buyer into a committed one. If you have a new development and you're worried about it sitting on the market, I cannot recommend Alina and Kiny enough. They are sharp, relentless, and they get the results that other agents simply can't in this climate.
Alina Yang
When we went through the process of selecting an agent there were many things that was important to us and we wanted to ensure that any agent we picked not only worked for us but were good with prospective buyers. Mehran and Geraldine made really good recommendations for presenting our house, had great marketing suggestions and even came and helped our stager with staging the house. Their communication was honest, straight forward and the service they provided was very professional. They worked with us for outside of open home viewings ensuring that we could meet the request and also cater for our elderly dog. The auction proved to be very successful and we sold the house in 9 days at a price that surprised us which reflects on the quality of the marketing campaign and the effort put in during the time the property was on the market. Would not hesitate to recommend them to any seller.
Geraldine Zareian
Stephen was very well mannered, presentable and pleasant to deal with. He worked well with ourselves and the vendor. Negotiated well and I think both parties were very happy with the price. He travelled across Auckland to meet with us personally on two occasions.
Stephen Reed
Raelene and Colin were absolutely amazing from start to finish. This was our first time selling a property in New Zealand, and we completely trusted their judgment every step of the way — which made the whole process so much easier and less stressful. Raelene’s knowledge and calm approach were a huge reassurance, especially when we hit a few bumps with our property title. She was always available to chat, pop by, or answer any questions, and we really appreciated the detailed feedback after every open home and private viewing. She also did a fantastic job keeping potential buyers engaged and informed throughout the campaign. Auction day felt daunting, but Raelene handled everything with confidence and calm, guiding us through a tricky bidding situation and helping us achieve the best possible outcome. We’re so grateful to Raelene and Colin, thank you again for all your hard work, support, and expertise. We really appreciate everything you’ve done for us and wouldn’t hesitate to work with you again! Highly recommended!!!
Raelene McMurtrie
We’ve just bought our new home and sold our previous one, and we couldn’t have done it without Bren and Nicole. They were genuinely invested in our journey from start to finish, always available, supportive, and completely committed to getting the best outcome for us. Their understanding of the local market is exceptional, and their advice was always honest, clear, and strategic. If you’re buying or selling, we highly recommend Bren and Nicole, they are knowledgeable, transparent, and truly dedicated to their clients - true professionals who are clearly passionate about what they do.
Nicole Penny
Pav Obradovic was the listing agent for the sale of our home, and we could not be happier with the service he delivered. From the very beginning, he consistently went above and beyond at every stage of the process. He was meticulous with open homes, proactive in engaging with potential buyers, and always available to answer questions or provide guidance - nothing was ever too much trouble for him. Exceptionally well organised and diligent, Pav demonstrated genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for everyone involved. His communication was outstanding, keeping us informed and giving us complete confidence and peace of mind throughout. The final result exceeded our expectations, and we truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We would not hesitate to recommend Pav to anyone looking to sell their home - you'd be hard pressed to find a more dedicated or professional real estate agent. Dejan and Zorica Velickovic
Pav Obradovic
Selling my home with Stephen Reed at Barfoot and Thompson Browns Bay was positive and memorable with an excellent result. At all times Stephen was professional, personable and knowledgeable in what turned out to be a lengthy campaign in a challenging market. He never failed to provide guidance always answering texts and calls in a clear, timely manner. When I was travelling, he managed open homes and appointments with clients ensuring my home was well presented. He negotiated the eventual sale strongly on my behalf succeeding in obtaining my asking price. I very much appreciated his expertise in handling contracts involving communicating with multiple parties. He was reliable and helpful beyond the call of duty once driving a considerable distance out of his way to assist me when Id left my keys indoors! Stephen navigated the entire process with a positive and calm manner ensuring my experience was as stress free as possible. I would thoroughly recommend his service.
Stephen Reed
Nicole was friendly, considerate, and genuinely understanding throughout the entire process, which immediately put us and our elderly parents at ease. Communication was clear and consistent, and we always felt listened to and respected in every discussion. What stood out most, was her integrity, she was trustworthy, transparent in her advice, and always acted in our best interests. The process of selling can feel stressful and time consuming, but her professionalism and honesty gave us real confidence from start to finish
Nicole Penny
Bren was friendly, considerate, and genuinely understanding throughout the entire process, which immediately put us and our elderly parents at ease. Communication was clear and consistent, and we always felt listened to and respected in every discussion. What stood out most, was his integrity, he was trustworthy, transparent in his advice, and always acted in our best interests. The process of selling can feel stressful and time consuming, but his professionalism and honesty gave us real confidence from start to finish.
Bren Duckworth
This is our first home and ive been searching for a while now. There are so many realestate sharks out there that it was refreshing to have one that just told it straight. She was excellent to deal with and i will reccomend her with full confidence
Geraldine Zareian
