Richard Leach

About Richard

Having started with PGG Wrightson in 2014, Moving to Countrywide in 2019 was a new challenge. Richard has a love of farming and rural living. Real estate in the rural sector is something Richard is passionate about. With his farming background and many years’ sales experience in the agricultural industry, Richard Leach has hit the ground running as a rural real estate salesperson. Based in Putaruru in the South Waikato heartland, he is well known in the area, having sold tractors and farm equipment around the Waikato and surrounding region before becoming a rural and residential real estate salesperson. Richard is a self-starter who likes to see a project through from start to finish. Real estate allows him to operate autonomously, which sits well with his values system and is the reason why he has set his compass on a new career path. Honest and reliable, he has a strong commitment to integrity, likes to do things properly and follow through on what he says, credibility is foremost in his beliefs. During his first year in real estate working under the PGG Wrightson banner Richard was awarded Rookie of the Year. The following year saw him win the prestigious New Zealand Marketing award for the top marketer in the country. Subsequent years he has consistently placed in the top 7 for New Zealand and was 2nd in the Waikato. In 2018 he was first for auctions held in the company. Setting the standard for his chosen career. Having grown up in a rural environment after leaving school Richard progressed through the farming system to 50/50 sharemilking, Richard understands farmers and knows how they think. In 2019 a new opportunity presented itself in starting up on his own in Putaruru under the Countrywide Real Estate Ltd banner. An exciting opportunity not to be missed. As a rural real estate salesperson, his aspirations are to provide outstanding service and exceed clients’ expectations. His area encompasses, Matamata through to Putaruru and down to Taupo. Married to Maria, the couple have three grown children, In his spare time, Richard likes to mountain bike and dive. He is a member of several sporting organisations and has community service interests.

about 1 month ago

Wonderful Agent

wonderful agent a breeze to deal with and helped us sell our place really fast. Highly recommend

about 1 month ago

THE REAL ESTATE AGENT WHO LISTENS

It was time to make the move into next stage living for ourselves plus one cat - we knew it was time, what we didn't know was how hard it would be to leave our rather gorgeous garden and the aviary full of colorful, character full birds. We had done the garden from scratch over 10 years and nutured the birds for nearly that long as well. We would have to leave the spot in the garden that held the 3 adored cats remains - that tears your heart into shreds and quite frankly we felt it was too hard for us. But time takes its toll and health takes its nips at previousy sound bodies - it was time. We looked at the agents in our town, the company was not important, it was the agent that mattered. Found some who promised the earth, some didn't hear our concerns, some too busy to actually stop & listen - not good enough.our hearts were involved then we chanced upon Richard - a man who actually DID listen and understood our emotions - he was quietly strong, he propped us when emotions fell, and he told us the cold hard truth of price expectation - he made sense, he cared, he did the job, he even wore crazy socks. Richard Leach is a giant among men, he is honest & dependable and he is now a friend. Think smart, Think Richard Leach.

about 1 month ago

Excellent in every way

This is the second time we used Richard to sell our homes. Communication is second to none, every week touching base and keeping us informed of what was happening. I would have no hesitation in recommending Richard whatsoever, and should we need an agent in future, Richard will be the first to be called. Thanks Richard!

about 1 month ago

Achieved a good result very quickly

I had a very positive experience dealing with Richard and we achieved a good result very quickly that all parties were happy with. I would have no hesitation recommending Richard to anyone wishing to sell their property.

about 1 month ago

Helpful and ConsiderateYes

We just want to say how pleased we were with the help and consideration we got from you and your firm with the sale of property. Without your help and timely assistance we would have been lost. Thank you for all your assistance.