Matt Ryken

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.