Real estate teams in Hawke's Bay

Team Coldicutt—especially Kane Salanoa, our agent—were an absolute pleasure to work with. Our home wasn’t even on the market when we put an offer on another property, yet they moved incredibly quickly and had it listed in no time once we were under contract. The entire process felt seamless. Kane kept us well informed every step of the way, was accommodating to our needs, and made what could have been a stressful experience feel easy. When it came time to sell, he was fantastic—professional, down to earth, and genuinely easy to talk to. We couldn’t recommend Kane and the team more highly.

He was really helpful in coordinating the things that needed to be coordinated in the process. He's a friendly guy and a pleasure to work with in purchasing our home.

The group WhatsApp is an excellent way to keep the entire team in the loop and in keeping us, the nervous sellers reasonably comfortable. Whenever it felt like we were not moving ahead, Brayden was there with a supportive word as he worked hard to get the property sold. The price was not as good as we had hoped, but the sale price was its actual market value.

Laura was easy to work with and super lovely.

Very friendly and helpful, answer question quickly, explain contract terms clearly and professional, excellent after sell service

We were fully informed throughout the whole process. Nothing was a problem and we appreciated the weekly feedback and reports. We would gladly recommend Fiona to anyone wanting to sell or purchase a property.

Jane and Molly are both well respected in the community so I knew that they were the best people for my house sale. They were there for me every step of the way ensuring that my house was getting the best sale coverage possible. They were always quick at responding to any queries I had and always had a positive approach to my house sale. Would totally recommend them for selling any further properties.

Jane and Molly made our recent purchase very easy with their professionalism. We were provided with all the necessary information/documentation in an efficient and timely manner.

This journey began as what one would assume a normal house sale The market was fluid and the promotion of the property was as negotiated using extensive collaborative knowledge, and everyone was assuming that all would be Rosey as we all thought the property was desirable and pitched at the right price Not to be The agents (Jane and Molly) worked tirelessly to get the job done, open homes for Africa and lots of behind-the-scenes promotion The comms was excellent and very transparent as the sale was administered by trustees A major plumbing failure during the process meant the property had to come off the market During this time and in the initial stages of this disaster Jane / Molly stood up and initiated action that was beyond their call of duty They got the ball rolling for the remediation work (in my absence) which was a champion effort Fast forward 6/7 months the house is looking great again and a sale complete at a very satisfactory price This team are superb, they collaborate, communicate, and do their utmost to get the best result showing professionalism, and determination Outcome? A successful sale Tu Meke Have been involved with these guys before selling / buying Real Estate in Waipukurau, they have my vote of confidence Wish to discuss? Contact the writer Allan Carpenter

Knowledgeable and focused on the sale

Vaughan and John were incredible, from start to finish they went the extra mile to deliver a quick sale at the price we were hoping for. Communication was great the whole time and the process was smooth and informed. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking to sell on the hill!

We recently sold our home with Vaughn and John, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. Their market knowledge and strategic approach were evident right from the first meeting. They kept us informed at every step. If you want a team that is professional, proactive, and results-driven, we cannot recommend them highly enough.

Jarrod was great to deal with throughout all stages of the purchase process. He was informative and knowledgeable and nothing was a problem. He always promptly responded to my communication and made viewing and buying a property an easy experience. Would have no problem in recommending him to others.

They didn’t hesitate to respond to any questions we had and always made sure that we understood. They were fully up to date with current market trends. We would definitely recommend them to anyone wishing to sell their property.

Susie Sturt has been an excellent intermediary throughout a long and challenging process in a difficult market. She consistently went above and beyond to help us hunt down the right property in Hastings, even though we were based in Auckland and unable to view homes in person. When things didn’t go as expected, Susie and Jarrod were invaluable in helping both vendor and buyer navigate an amicable and fair solution. Their calm communication, professionalism, and commitment to achieving a positive outcome made all the difference. Highly recommended.

We definitely received a 5 star service from team Connie and Mel. They were very professional from the beginning to the end. We were kept up to date on the state of the sale on a regular basis. The whole experience was pleasurable and painless as the team took over everything for us. Team Connie and Mel have a very high success rate and we highly recommend them if you are thinking of putting your home on the market.

We have had the pleasure of working with Mel and the team, across the sale of three of our homes. Mel brings a wonderful balance of professionalism, warmth, and clear communication to every step of the process. She kept us consistently updated, quick to respond and always delivers a personalised experience that makes us feel supported. Her dedication and attention to detail truly shine and we were delighted with the result she achieved for us this time, especially in a buyers’ market. We highly recommend Mel and the team for their 5-star service and results. Thank you for making each sale such a positive and seamless experience.

We really enjoyed working with Mel, she was quick to respond to any question and gave us open and up front advice which was excellent. Good communication throughout, we would be happy to recommend her.

Very helpful with all facets of the process and no pressure was exerted on us to make a quick decision.

We had an outstanding experience working with Team Harris, and couldn’t be happier with the result. From the very beginning, their communication was fast, efficient, and consistent, which gave us real confidence throughout the entire process. They demonstrated a clear understanding of the market and our goals as vendors, and we always felt fully supported every step of the way. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble—they truly went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. Their commitment was evident through regular open homes and diligent follow-ups with potential buyers, which made a huge difference in maintaining momentum. They were incredibly easy to deal with, approachable, and always took the time to clarify any uncertainties we had, no matter how small. What really stood out was their work ethic—they worked tirelessly right through to the final sale, showing dedication and professionalism at every stage. We would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking to sell their property with confidence and peace of mind.

Nat and Tohu were fantastic in staying in contact with us, arranging an additional visit to the property as well as the building inspection. They were lovely people to deal with and were not overly pushy while we considered the purchase.

"Damian and James from Sotheby's International Realty provided a fantastic service in selling my home from the initial valuation through to the final Sale & Purchase Documentation. I found them both to be very professional, diligent and thoughtful in their approach. They were straight up which I appreciated and open for negotiation on aspects of the sale. Damian and James provided great guidance and professional advice throughout the entire sales journey. I would definitely recommend them and Southerbys as an expert organisation to work with. In particular Southerbys marketing style and photography is outstanding."

Damian and James are experts in the Bluff Hill market, and this showed during the sale of our home. Having that local knowledge, combined with excellent professional service meant we were very happy with both the process and the outcome.

Damian offers a professional and stressless experience in what can be a major life discission. His knowledge of how to present a property and get the best market exposure is invaluable. We were left with a confidence that the sales process would be best in class and fully supported by a strong team.

Friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, and willing to go the extra mile to help us navigate through the complexities of our situation in a difficult market.

Maree and Nicola were always helpful and I felt very supported by them. They sold my house in a very difficult market. They kept me positive throughout and are both very professional , knowledgeable and beautifully presented. I’m grateful for their tireless hard work.

Maree and Nicola are talented, focussed, friendly and client orientated in all their dealings. We have used them for the last two property sales we have undertaken and have found the experence to be easy and smooth. Their communication is brilliant and we were kept up to date on all processes. We have recommended them to friends and will continue to do so.