Slade Hocking

Slade Hocking

Sales Executive
  •   4.8   (12 reviews)

About Slade

Slade Hocking joined Opes Real Estate in October 2019 as Sales Executive. In this role he works with the business’ team of Christchurch-based property professionals, driving sales campaigns and advising vendors on added-value opportunities that can assist in achieving superior outcomes. Slade brings a strong track record in residential sales to his role at Opes Real Estate, having completed transactions throughout the South Island in his previous position with a nationwide property investment and sales company. As a key member of the Opes Real Estate residential team, Slade contributes to innovative and professional campaigns that take a fresh approach to the sales process. Each campaign includes bespoke marketing materials to highlight the property’s unique features, in contrast with the cookie-cutter approach used by many larger agencies. Slade also leverages Opes Real Estate’s large buyer database for each campaign, as well as providing up-to-date market insights and data on buyer trends to each vendor. He prides himself on a well-honed ability to problem-solve and find alternative ways to address challenges, in order to achieve results that exceed his clients’ expectations. This is evidenced by the large volume of referrals and repeat clients he receives. He has a lifelong interest in investment properties and applies that passion to each and every campaign. He is also passionate about music, and following years of study in New Zealand and Europe he is now a professional musician with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra.

Slade's reviews

  4.8  
Slade has 12 reviewsacross 9 different locations, showing 6.
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almost 5 years ago
Superb service

I would like to take this opportunity to express my thanks to Slade Hocking at OPES. From the moment I met Slade he was polite and courteous, he took the time to answer my questions thoroughly. He was professional in his approach and nothing was too much trouble. The whole experience with Slade was fantastic - every step of the way! Great customer centric service.

almost 5 years ago
Patient & passionate

Slade is great to work with. He likes to find out what you are looking from sale and than he delivers it. I guess sale is art not Science. Slade definitely have the art to make things happen. I will definitely use slade again.

almost 5 years ago
Overall, 6/10

Slade was a knowledgeable agent from the outset; a great mix of professional and personable. But a few mishaps post-ASAP signing, left us overall disappointed. We waited several weeks after settlement before it was indicated that the full set of house keys would be handed over to us. By then, we sounded like a broken record asking for keys so we changed all house locks. We also had a repair issue that wasn't resolved even after mentioning the problem to both Slade and another OPES colleague, Matt. We acknowledge that they have great real estate insights, but our experience with OPES post-signing has left us discouraged from using them again. And to top it off, after 2-3 odd months of dealing with Slade and team, whoever had written the review of us as clients misspelt one of our names (made up of four letters). An oddity, and an unfortunate overall experience.

almost 5 years ago
Worth the patience

Thank you Slade for being so patient and helpful throughout the entire journey. We loved the home, however, it took longer than our last purchase given our tricky situation. I'd said we'd never seal the deal if it wasn't because of your assistance. Absolutely recommend to other homeowners and buyers.

almost 5 years ago
Good Service by Slade

Slade answered all our questions to the best of his knowledge and helped us in securing a wonderful house in a great location. He worked very well as a bridge between us and the vendors. In multiple occasions he came up with great solutions to our concerns and provided middle ground for both parties which was essential for securing this deal. Good luck for all your future endeavours and once again many thanks from us for your service. Cheers

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Slade's properties

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2/221 Peterborough Street
Christchurch Central Canterbury
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