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Derek has 74 reviewsacross 9 different locations, showing 12.
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Derek's qualities as told by our client reviews: calm, trustworthy, strategic, supportive, reliable, clear communication, local expert.
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Well connected with local buyers and sellers
3 days ago
Well connected with local buyers and sellers

Matt and Derek, along with the wider Professionals team, were genuinely great to deal with throughout the sale of our property in Point Chevalier. Derek brought a real depth of knowledge of the Point Chevalier market and is clearly well connected with local buyers and sellers. We found both Matt and Derek professional and easy to work with, and we’d happily recommend them to anyone selling in the area.

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Helped us make the house look its absolute best
4 days ago
Helped us make the house look its absolute best

Derek, Matt & Freya - thanks from the bottom of our hearts for all your support!! You helped us navigate so many curveballs, kept us calm, and helped us make the house look its absolute best. After years of talking about it, we finally got there and couldn’t have done it without you! Looking forward to a celebratory drink soon.

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Achieved an exceptional off-market result
8 days ago
Achieved an exceptional off-market result

Derek and Matt’s advice, concierge service and guidance throughout the sale were outstanding. They made the process incredibly easy and achieved an exceptional off-market result. We would happily recommend them to anyone thinking of selling.

Seller review
 Agents who genuinely care and know how to get results.
16 days ago
Agents who genuinely care and know how to get results.

Derek and Matt brought incredible energy to every stage of the sale, and it’s easy to see why they’re so successful. They were hardworking, proactive, and always took the initiative to solve problems before they became issues. Their communication was outstanding, and they genuinely understood the stress that comes with selling a home, providing reassurance and support throughout the process. The marketing video was exceptional and showcased our home beautifully. Most importantly, they delivered a successful sale. We highly recommend Derek and Matt to anyone looking for agents who genuinely care and know how to get results.

Seller review
Comms and strategy were spot on
27 days ago
Comms and strategy were spot on

Matt, Derek and the team at The Professionals Pt Chev were outstanding from start to finish. Their appraisal, advice, comms and strategy were spot on for a first-home seller. The concierge service made things incredibly easy, with updates to my home that shifted the dial. Landing a great outcome at auction was credit to the team’s effort and negotiation skills. I happily recommend Derek and Matt who really know Pt Chev inside and out.

Seller review
Sold our home with real energy and focus
2 months ago
Sold our home with real energy and focus

Derek von Sturmer and Matt Ryken sold our home with real energy and focus at a time when the market was not making it easy. They communicated clearly at every stage, kept things moving, and made sure we felt informed rather than anxious. We felt well looked after, without the usual real estate bluster, and would recommend them without hesitation.

Seller review
Derek and Matt got us multiple offers quickly
3 months ago
Derek and Matt got us multiple offers quickly

We weren’t looking to sell our house. But an open home across the road turned into an unexpected purchase, and we suddenly needed to sell our place. Derek and Matt got us multiple offers quickly while being calm, communicative and incredibly hard working throughout. Be careful if you see them at an open home, these guys have an uncanny ability to turn ‘nosy neighbours’ into unexpected (but very happy) buyers.

Seller review
Agents who are committed, knowledgeable, and deliver great results
3 months ago
Agents who are committed, knowledgeable, and deliver great results

I can’t recommend Derek and Matt highly enough if you’re thinking of selling your home. They recently sold my property in Auckland, and the entire experience was outstanding from start to finish. They were professional, proactive, and incredibly easy to deal with throughout the process. Their communication was excellent, keeping me informed every step of the way, and their knowledge of the market gave me real confidence in their approach. My home sold at auction, and I couldn’t be happier with the result. Derek and Matt went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly, and their dedication truly made a difference. If you’re looking for agents who are committed, knowledgeable, and deliver great results, I would absolutely recommend them.

Seller review
The unique concierge service was phenomenal and made a huge difference
3 months ago
The unique concierge service was phenomenal and made a huge difference

Derek and Matt really know their stuff. They were incredibly supportive throughout the sale of our house and the purchase of our new home. They brought a real sense of personality to the whole process, which made everything feel more personal, enjoyable, and far less stressful. They were professional, reassuring, and great to deal with at every stage. The unique concierge service was phenomenal and made a huge difference in getting our property ready for market. Gina and Freya were standouts. their support, care, and attention to detail was outstanding. We’re very grateful to the whole team for helping us through such an important time and would highly recommend them to anyone buying or selling a home.

Seller review
Exceptional effort in preparing our property for sale
4 months ago
Exceptional effort in preparing our property for sale

We’ve just gone unconditional on our property, and I wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the outstanding work from Derek and Matt at Professionals Real Estate, Point Chevalier. Having originally purchased the property through Derek almost eight years ago to the day, it was invaluable to work with someone who not only understands the local market so well but also has an in-depth knowledge of the house itself, including the renovations and improvements made over time. The effort Derek and Matt put in over the past several weeks to help us prepare the property for sale was exceptional. Combined with a highly professional and well-executed marketing campaign, we were able to hit the ground running from the very first open home, generating immediate multi-vendor interest and offers. This is a direct reflection of their preparation, expertise, and professionalism. A huge thank you to Derek, Matt, and the wider team at Professionals Real Estate. The name truly reflects the service you provide.

Seller review
A fantastic result on auction day
4 months ago
A fantastic result on auction day

Derek, Matt and the team at Professional’s Point Chev guided us through the whole selling process culminating in a fantastic result on auction day. Highly recommend. Rachel and Wayne.

Seller review
Knowledge of the local market
4 months ago
Knowledge of the local market

Working with the team at Professionals was an enjoyable experience and we appreciated their support throughout the sale of our home. Communication was clear and they put in a lot of effort arranging private viewings and keeping us regularly updated. The team worked quickly to turn around the marketing on a tight timeline and were always available to answer questions along the way. Their knowledge of the local market was helpful and we appreciated the work they put into the campaign which ultimately helped us selling under the hammer on auction day.

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