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John has 12 reviewsacross 6 different locations, showing 12.
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John's qualities as told by our client reviews: honest, clear communication.
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Nothing guided by John
11 months ago
Nothing guided by John

We found our dream home on Trade Me 🏠, went for a viewing, and decided to proceed! As first-time home buyers, we were clueless about the process, but John was supposed to guide us through it. Unfortunately, he didn't deliver, leaving us frustrated and overwhelmed. I wouldn't recommend him to fellow first-time buyers 😐.

Seller review
John was simply the best!
about 1 year ago
John was simply the best!

John was such a good support and took all the stress away. He was friendly, helpful, down to earth and we could have a great laugh! Would highly recommend John.

Seller review
John was great - the market let us down and he had to work very hard. Positivity was great.
over 1 year ago
John was great - the market let us down and he had to work very hard. Positivity was great.

We chose John over two other agents. It was an excellent choice. John had to work for nearly four months to sell the property, and he kept the faith. He was very professional but friendly and reassuring when we were very stressed about a no-sale. He worked solidly from 9 am until 6.50 pm the day we sold, sealing a deal under challenging circumstances. We would have no hesitation in recommending John to others.

Seller review
Effort pays off
over 1 year ago
Effort pays off

We couldn’t be happier with John’s work to get the result required

Seller review
Sale of property
over 1 year ago
Sale of property

We used john as our real estate agent for the sale of our property. From the start , the process was explained clearly and feedback from us as the vendors was encouraged. John kept us in the loop on all matters and all questions we answered promptly. He was very easy to work with and provides excellent commission rates.

Seller review
The sale of the property
almost 2 years ago
The sale of the property

John managed the sale of the property with professionalism and integrity and handled all aspects with a very high degree of tact and patience. John provided accurate details of the market and kept in close contact all the way through the process. This is the second time I've used John for the sale of a property and have been very happy with the results both times.

Buyer review
Fantastic
almost 2 years ago
Fantastic

John has great communication skills and easy to deal with. Despite of open homes John opened house for us on weekdays and weekends just to get our things done before we move in 😊 Best part of this house is John is the agent who is selling this house from last 2 times and knows about all the in and out for this property. Highly recommended

Seller review
Super Star Agent - John Tonkin
about 2 years ago
Super Star Agent - John Tonkin

John had the good fortune to meet Mum & Dad when they were still alive and during the last few years of both Mum & Dad’s lives, John always kept in touch with me and showed interest in their health and lives. Mum passed in October 2023 and John was an obvious choice to put Mum & Dad’s precious home in his hands to sell. John kept our family up to date throughout the entire process and was very consistent in his communications. He showed great sensitivity for our situation in selling our family home of many years. As none of us live in Lower Hutt, John was also incredibly helpful with taking care of all the extra things a vendor would normally do themselves – so very much appreciated! John’s honesty and transparency throughout has been faultless and, given a difficult market currently, we were pleased with the outcome John achieved for the Price family. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend John as an excellent real estate agent.

Seller review
John Tonkin
over 2 years ago
John Tonkin

John was so easy to deal with. He provided professional insight into the current market, was down to earth and honest and kept us updated quickly and frequently. My partner and I would happily recommend John and seek his help with any furture sales.

Seller review
John Tonkin is your go-to person for all your Real Estate needs.
about 3 years ago
John Tonkin is your go-to person for all your Real Estate needs.

This is actually the third time I have used John. I am so grateful for all the excellent and continuous services I have received from John. Selling a small unit in the current market is very hard but John has helped me overcome all the problems with his continuous support and guidance. John always acts and communicates professionally with great integrity. His knowledge, expertise and experience about local property market is also the key leading to success. If you have real estate needs, go to John Tonkin! You basically can rely on John to get things done!

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