Derek carried out the appraisal and listing of our rural property, and gave us a fair appraisal of likely market value and time to sell. Both proved to be correct, and despite being a niche lifestyle property, it sold within 3 weeks of listing. Derek is very personable and honest, took a genuine interest in us as clients, and our needs, and communicated well. He is also very astute at matching the right people to the right property. We would thoroughly recommend him as an agent for selling or buying.

Great communication. I would recommend using Derek to sell your house.

Thanks to the team at Kelly and Co, our recent sale went like a dream. Receptive, astute and efficient, the staff got the ball rolling and across the finish line in record time. We could not be happier. Thank you Kelly and Co.

Derek made the whole process easy and stress free. With his knowledge of the local area, professionalism and integrity, we really couldn't have asked for more from a sales agent. He kept us up to date with clear and honest communication and was only a phone call away if we ever needed him. If you are ever looking to sell and want nothing less than the best, then Derek is your man!

Derek helped us immensely in our selling and buying of property He handled everything kindly and efficiently giving advice and help when we needed it He was always ready to respond to a query and understanding of our needs A very genuine nice person to deal with and would 💯 per cent recommend

Derek knows Otaki, it's people and property very well. He is always calm, yet professional; relaxed yet switched on. I fully trusted his advice and the sale outcome exceeded my expectations. I'm hugely grateful to him and his team for the stress-free, successful sale.

Derek is an exceptional Agent. He sold our house in just one day achieving an amazing result for us. Derek is a super communicator and a super kind person. We are so very thrilled with the whole experience. Thank you Derek!

Derek was positive right from my first encounter with him, that he could give me a good result with the sale of my treasured home of the last eight and half years in Otaki. He respected my wishes re pricing and presentation. Within a week he had clients viewing and very shortly after it was sold. He enabled the process to occur with little stress to me ,keeping me informed along the way. He showed empathy to me and the buyer with his caring, kind, professional and friendly personality. Thank you Derek and your team who are a real asset to Otaki Real Estate.

Told me from the start it would sell quickly .it did ,just so easy to talk to kept in the loop with phone calls ..amazing .Loved the socks .would highly recommend Derek and his company to my friends

Derek was approachable at any time, by phone, text and email. He was fair with both the seller and buyers. His advice was outstanding, timely and constructive. His friendly nature gave you a feeling of confidence. He followed up on questions immediately. Overall extremely helpful during a stressful activity as buying a house.

I am delighted to share my glowing review for Derek, who served as our real estate agent during the purchase of our cherished papakāinga. Derek's performance was truly extraordinary, showcasing an unparalleled level of support, kindness, and dedication throughout the entire process. His guidance and reassurance were instrumental, fostering a sense of confidence in our decision-making. Derek's accessibility was notable, always making himself available to promptly respond to our questions through texts and phone calls, providing genuine and thoughtful responses. His commitment to communication was a testament to his dedication to ensuring our peace of mind throughout the entire journey. Upon setting foot on the property, we instantly knew it was the one. The space perfectly met our requirements for a whānau papakāinga, offering a setting where our wider whānau could reside. Derek's understanding of our vision to build future homes, fostering a true papakāinga-like setting, demonstrated his keen insight into our unique needs. Derek went above and beyond for us, radiating authenticity and a sincere desire for our well-being. His commitment, along with that of his team, to support the housing aspirations of local families is a rare gem in today's market. This dedication aligns seamlessly with our small local town's values, and it's commendable to witness such genuine care for the community. Our experience with Derek was truly outstanding. If you are in search of a real estate agent who seamlessly combines expertise with genuine care, Derek is the ideal choice. We wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking not just a property, but a dedicated partner who will go above and beyond to transform dreams into reality. Our heartfelt thanks to Derek for making our journey to our dream papakāinga unforgettable and for consistently going the extra mile.

Working with Derek and the team at Kelly & Co has been a fantastic experience. Derek is extremely in touch with the Otaki market, making strong suggestions on how to market our property, in a changing housing market, which resulted in a wonderful outcome for our family. We highly recommend Kelly & Co.