Layland & Co

Our sales performance at a glance

See how Layland & Co has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

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Properties for sale

Sold properties

$631k

Average sale price

$37.9m

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 Layland & Co.

Liam Layland

Licensed Real Estate Agent

(207 reviews)

About Liam

By Liam's own admission, he's always had an eye for homes. Turns out, caring about the details, both in property and in people, is why homeowners keep passing his name on as the agent of choice. As a former police officer, Liam brings the kind of grit and integrity you can't fake. His communication skills were honed on the frontline. He tells it like it is, even when it’s not easy, because it’s honesty that gets people further. And the client-appreciation and results show it. In a town like Whakatane, reputation moves quickly, and Liam's built his on doing right by people. It's a simple thing, but it works. He's picked up a string of national and local awards along the way. While those are public proof of what his clients already know, they're not what drives him. What does? It's the internal anchors: valuing connection, being meticulous about the work, and living up to the honest name behind a business founded almost entirely on repeat and referral. Liam's on the water when he's not with clients or family. He moves between open homes and open water like it's second nature. Whakatane's legendary game fishing grounds is a backyard he loves and knows well.

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Sharnika Dowthwaite

Licensed Real Estate Agent

(46 reviews)

About Sharnika

I’m Sharnika Dowthwaite, a Whakatane-based licensed Agent known for delivering premium outcomes with a calm, confident, people-first approach across Ohope, Whakatāne and our wider coastal community. Trusted by clients and respected by industry peers, I’m committed to raising the standard of what real estate service can be. Working collaboratively with Layland & Co, my clients benefit from a modern, streamlined real estate experience backed by deep local knowledge. Collaboration isn’t just something I value - it’s one of my biggest advantages. Holding New Zealand’s highest qualification - both Branch Manager (Level 5) and Agent (Level 6) - I bring advanced expertise and strategic precision to every listing. Whether it’s a multi-million-dollar coastal home, a smart investment, or an important first step onto the property ladder, I approach every campaign with clarity, structure, and care. Because I’ve navigated the buying, selling, renovating and investing process myself, I bring practical understanding and a clear, steady approach to every client experience. Outside of real estate, I serve as Presiding Member (Chair) of the Ōhope Beach School Board of Trustees - a role that keeps me connected to the community where my four sons are growing up. Local. Award-Winning. Trusted.

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Mikaela Hawk

Licensed Real Estate Agent

(20 reviews)

About Mikaela

Mikaela is a dedicated real estate professional, boasting an established familiarity within the Whakatane District. Her expertise spans a wide range of real estate intricacies, reflecting her strong understanding of the local market dynamics. Described as organised, focused, and composed even in high-pressure situations, Mikaela's approach to her work exemplifies professionalism and efficiency. Despite her youthful demeanour, she possesses a wealth of experience that surpasses her years in the industry. This blend of youthfulness and expertise infuses a refreshing energy into the team. Mikaela's meticulous attention to detail and exceptional communication skills are among her standout qualities. Committed to creating and maintaining strong client relationships and her willingness to go above and beyond reflects in her unwavering dedication to achieving optimal results.

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Seller review

30 days ago

Excellent result

Our house sale wasn't straight forward and Liam had his work cut out for him. He demonstrated true perseverance to get a result better than we expected. Thank you Liam.

Seller review

about 1 month ago

Honest & reliable with good communication

Supportive & Commited to getting the best results possible.

Seller review

about 1 month ago

Excellent communication with plenty of knowledge

Liam was always responsive with any queries we had. Excellent communication and knowledge. He is well presented and professional and happy to help out where ever he can.

Seller review

about 1 month ago

Outstanding Service and Excellent Results

We had an excellent experience working with Liam Layland. From the very beginning, he was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire process. His communication was outstanding, always keeping us informed and answering any questions quickly. What really stood out was his dedication and attention to detail. He genuinely cared about getting the best result for us and made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable. His market knowledge, negotiation skills, and friendly approach gave us complete confidence every step of the way. We would highly recommend Liam Layland to anyone looking to buy or sell a property. Thank you again for all your hard work and commitment!

Buyer review

about 2 months ago

Mikaela is a very approachable, friendly, easy to communicate with and went the extra mile to help.

Mikaela made herself available at all hours of the day. She actively sought information we needed and or pointed us in the right direction to professionals that could help us. E.g plumbing and electrical permits.

Seller review

about 2 months ago

From the first meeting with Mikaela I knew she was the agent for us.

Mikaela helped make our journey through this go so smoothly.she has such a lovely calm friendly personality.she kept in touch and kept us up to date with what was happening. I would 100% recommend her to anybody that is selling their property.

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