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Sales - Last 24 months

10
$8.81M
(+ 3 sales to be confirmed)

Sales - All time

350
$357.5M
(Confirmed sales)

With 22 years in real estate, I've sold over $500m of property, earning an exceptional reputation. Analytical and detail-oriented, I ensure top prices for clients without pressure. With innovative marketing, I maximize property value. Let's talk!

After owning a holiday home in Taupō for well over a decade, I already knew what many have since discovered – Taupō is an incredible place to live, invest, and call home. That insight led me to make the move permanently, and for the past 12 months I have proudly managed a leading Taupō real estate office.

With over 22 years of experience and more than $500 million worth of property sales behind me, I bring both local insight and proven results to every transaction. My background in sales and finance means I’m highly analytical, systems-driven, and renowned for my attention to detail. Many of my clients return or refer others to me, a reflection of the calm, steadying influence I bring during what can often be a stressful process.

I am relentless when it comes to negotiation – tenacious yet respectful – ensuring no stone is left unturned in achieving the best possible price. Instead of pressuring my clients to accept less, I will continue engaging buyers until I am certain we’ve reached the strongest outcome.

Here in Taupō, I combine this determination with forward-thinking marketing and innovative strategies to connect with the widest pool of buyers. The result? A seamless, rewarding experience and the confidence that your property is in the best hands.

If you’re considering selling in Taupō or simply want to understand the market, let’s connect – I’d love to show you how I can add maximum value to your property journey.

Testimonials

Chris and Lucy

"Derek far exceeded our expectations with the recent sale of our Mt Eden unit. He was very thorough, had specialist market knowledge and was great at networking and following up. I would have no hesitation using his services again. If you want good advice, a strong team and an excellent result for your property, sign up with him right now. Chris and Lucy, View Road"

Matt and Maikke

"We worked with Derek and Cathy 4 years ago for the sale of our first home, which was a very positive experience. In considering the sale of our second home we felt it would be prudent to consider all our options before making a decision on who to use. However as soon as we met with Derek, we knew right away that he and Cathy were the best option for our family - and ultimately it was an easy decision for us to choose them. Derek and Cathy are true professionals and incredibly knowledgeable. Together they make a fantastic team and very much complement each other, with different strengths. We were very happy with the outcome of our sale, but the journey for us was almost as important - with busy lives and 2 toddlers, we were particularly anxious about the process, however we trusted Derek and Cathy, who made things as smooth as possible - nothing was too much trouble. We would have no hesitation in recommending Derek and Cathy again and would be happy to be contacted to provide any further information. If there is a next time for us, Derek and Cathy will be our only option. Thank you. Maaike and Mathew, Peary Road"
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