About

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Sales - Last 24 months

46
$21.8M
(+ 6 sales to be confirmed)

Sales - All time

61
$29.1M
(Confirmed sales)

Real Estate South aims to provide professional, progressive real estate services for the residential and lifestyle markets with a community focus.

My career journey has naturally led me into the real estate industry, with each step building the skills and insight essential to achieving successful property outcomes for my clients.

I began my career in the local Lands and Deeds and Companies Office, where I developed a strong grounding in property records, land ownership, and business structures—an invaluable foundation for understanding the legal and administrative side of real estate transactions.

After completing my Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Otago, I spent a number of years working in the fields of conveyancing, wills, powers of attorney, family trusts, and estate and investment planning. This experience gave me a solid understanding of the legal and financial considerations that often underpin property decisions, allowing me to guide clients with confidence and clarity through every stage of buying and selling.

I later moved into a leadership role, managing a team across Southland and Central Otago in both client service and sales. This strengthened my ability to communicate effectively, negotiate strongly, and stay focused on achieving the best possible results for the people I work with.

Balancing family life—including raising triplets—alongside self-employment and roles within both a local bank and the tertiary education sector, has shaped my strong work ethic, adaptability, and genuine appreciation for the importance of trust and relationships.

Committed to continued professional development, I have completed both a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Studies and a Master of Applied Management, specialising in regulation within the residential housing market.

I bring a well-rounded mix of experience, local knowledge, and practical skills to real estate. Working alongside my husband, we offer a supportive and collaborative approach, ensuring our clients feel looked after every step of the way. Have a question? I’ll help you find the answer—with the right information at the right time.

Testimonials

Laura

"Doug and Nat have been amazing in every step of my sales journey. It has been so appreciated with them not only keeping me in the loop, but also being so calm, reassuring and encouraging, as buying and selling at the same time can be stressful when you don't do it often. I used Doug to buy my house 9 years ago and didn't think twice when thinking about who to list it with as I appreciated his knowledge and honest, genuine nature. Team Bath has my backing all the way! Laura"

Vendor Feedback

"Doug and Nat are a fantastic team! They are professional, responsive, kind and supremely dedicated to providing an exceptional service from start to finish. I would highly recommend them to anyone who is serious about selling their house – you could not be in better hands."
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