Steve is an expert in the market went out of his way to get us additional information to complete the sale . He was always available and returned all comms promptly

Steve's communication was proactive, clear and accurate. The use of WhatsApp ensured all involved in the sales process were included. His knowledge of the Tekapo market is exceptional and very useful from a sellers point of view. We were thrilled with the final outcome, which Steve acheived using his excellent negotiation and people skills. Steve went above and beyond by helping us organise improvements and information when we were not able to be at Tekapo.

Steve has always responded promptly to our requests and provided excellent support throughout the process. We encountered quite a few challenges, particularly when making and finalising our offer, but Steve was consistently professional, approachable and proactive in following up with us every step of the way. We truly appreciate his professionalism, dedication and all the help he has given us. Thank you, Steve, for making what could have been a much more stressful process a lot easier.

Steve Howes is an impressive agent in many ways – communication with clients, knowledge of market, etc. However, the most impressive aspect of Steve’s service is his use of technology to achieve these goals. For example, a comprehensive and attractive comparable market analysis, WhatsApp for internal team communication, a personal portal to track activities, a paper-free process for management of the sales agreement, etc.

good local knowledge

Steve has been excellent to deal with. He quickly understood what we were looking for and guided us through the purchase process. Many thanks and would definitely work with Steve again.

Understands the process of purchasing very well from finance to emotional aspects. Great communication throughout the process with step by step guidance. Available for assistance all hours of the day.

Steve guided through every. step of the way

Steve and his team have been amazing from start to finish. they have been so good with communication and information at every point and have worked very hard to get us the price and end goal that was promised. We are sad to leave our family holiday home that our family have built from the ground up, but very happy to see a new family move in and enjoy it as much as we have and start to make their own memories. Great team and would 100% recommend them.

Steve Howes is an absolute powerhouse of a real estate agent. From the very first conversation, his communication was exceptional: prompt, clear, and reassuring at every step. He never left us wondering what was happening, and his ability to keep things moving with confidence made the whole process feel smooth and well managed. What really sets Steve apart is his swift action and genuine personal commitment. He listened carefully, understood what mattered to us, and acted quickly whenever an opportunity or decision point arose. His approach felt both highly professional and genuinely personal - fully invested in achieving the best possible outcome for us. Steve’s strong client database and deep market connections were obvious throughout the campaign. He knew how to create momentum, reach the right buyers, and turn interest into real results. His deal-closing ability is outstanding — calm, strategic, and decisive when it matters most. We can highly recommend Steve Howes to anyone looking for a real estate agent who combines energy, expertise, integrity, and results. He is a true professional and a standout top agent in every sense.

Prompt and punctual with calls, updates and information. I was impressed with the professionalism displayed by Steve and that put me at ease throughout the process.

Steve and the LJ Hooker team have been excellent to deal with throughout our journey of purchasing a house. We felt they have gone above and deyond to helping us, always answering our questions and providing us with a strong local knowledge of the area, and property market. Steve always answered his phone, and provided promised information promptly. His dedication to his job is very impressive and we were very grateful for all his help. We would highly recommend Steve & LJ Hooker, to anyone looking to purchase or sell their property.