The team consists of 10 licensee salespeople, with the business also providing services in property management.

Graeme Fraser, Auckland Performance Manager for Ray White New Zealand, said “The new Sunnynook office is a natural progression for Ray White on the North Shore. The company market share throughout the region has grown during the past 12 months and we see, with Tony’s guidance in the Sunnynook office, further market share growth in this region.”

For further information regarding Ray White Sunnynook please contact Tony Scheirlinck on 0272 465 890 or rwsunnynook.co.nz.

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Bryce Earwaker said “When the opportunity for Ray White Pt Chevalier became available we had no hesitation in opening an office in the Pt Chevalier market. In many respects Pt Chevalier, Westmere and Ponsonby are similar markets but with local communities and their own characteristics. Buyers looking to purchase in Pt Chevalier and surrounding suburbs are attracted to the area by the strong sense of community and also the closeness of Pt Chevalier to the central city of Auckland.”

With an average sale price of just over $550,000 the area has a consistent turnover of property.  Business Development Manager for Damerell Earwaker Realty, Gower Buchanan, said that buyers in the area are increasingly coming from properties marketed in surrounding suburbs. “We see the new office at Pt Chevalier to be a great opportunity for both our sales team and their vendors to source buyers from a wider field given we have an office in Ponsonby.”

Simon Damerell, agent licensee for Damerell Earwaker Realty, said he saw the two locations working together exceptionally well.  “We have a team of Pt Chev specialists who will be able to add real value to the sales process while also having the broad reach of our company resources and that also of the Ray White Group.”

Carey Smith, Chief Executive of Ray White New Zealand, said “Ray White is thrilled to be back in the Pt Chevalier market, particularly through the Damerell Earwaker Realty. They are not only one of the leading offices in Ray White but they are also market leaders in many of the trade areas surrounding Pt Chevalier.  Their understanding of marketing and of the sales process is second to none and this will benefit vendors who entrust Ray White with their property through the new Pt Chevalier office.”

Information regarding the Pt Chevalier office can be found on their agency website being rwptchevalier.co.nz.

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During the last three weeks Ray White has been in the process of making subtle changes to the presentation of their media.

The first point of difference is the repositioning of the Ray White logo to the top of the page and the reduction of the amount of gutter used in each property advertisement. This in turn has allowed the photo content of each property to increase and gives higher definition in each of the display advertisements between properties. This has enabled the advertising text to now be clearer and gives more free text for the salesperson to describe the property’s benefits. The overall impact of the new advertising layout has been well received by vendors and also, more importantly, buyers.

 Leading Ray White salesperson Steen Nielsen made the comment that the advertising has definitely brought a greater response since we have increased the photo content. He went on to say that vendors have been very pleased with the media presentation of their property and this adds value to the marketing of each property.

The subtle media changes have also been integrated across the Ray White national website and the 133 local websites. The recent introduction of Walk Score and Neighbourhood Comments have also been well received, as it is a further application which enhances the rich content that Ray White provides for those considering purchasing real estate across New Zealand.

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The Ray White Hamilton City office now has over 40 listings and has completed eight sales in its first month of trading.

Sue Hall, the co-owner of the new Hamilton City office, said that it was a proud moment for her to have many of her friends and clients attend the opening of the new office. She went on to say there has been great confidence from her existing clients to support the business and this has resulted in a new property listing being taken every day for the office. She also commented that to have the support of her business partner and six experienced salespeople already was ahead of her expectations.

Carey Smith, Chief Executive of Ray White New Zealand, said that the new Hamilton City office was a watershed moment for the Group. “Sue Hall is one of the highest achieving individual salespeople in New Zealand and to have her on board with Ray White will not only give a great lift to our company but also to her new office.”

To see the opening night speech from Carey Smith, please click here.  Information regarding the new Hamilton City office can be seen at rwhamiltoncity.co.nz.

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Christine is well known through the Ray White Group after many years as one of the top international sales members. Together with her many sales awards, Christine was acknowledged in 2002 by receiving the pinnacle award of the company in New Zealand, being the Chief Executive’s Cup.

Christine in re-joining Mountfort Estate Agents takes up a role as the Business Development and Growth Manager of the company.  Bob Mountfort said he was thrilled to have Christine back. “It is like a homecoming and she will add to our growth plans throughout the region. Our group services the Eastern Beaches through our offices at Howick, Bucklands Beach, Half Moon Bay, Botany Town Centre, Dannemora and Pakuranga.  Christine will enable our growth to continue through her extensive contacts.”

In accepting the position, Christine said that it is a great honour to return to the Ray White Group and in particular, the Eastern Beaches network with Neil Baker and Bob Mountfort.  “I have watched the Group continue to grow, exploring new marketplaces and the relocation to new premises in Howick. My role to assist in growth through recruitment and development is what I really enjoy doing and this is a win for all of us involved.”

Carey Smith, New Zealand Chief Executive for Ray White, made comment that Christine’s return was of particular interest to our group. “Christine received my award in 2002 for her outstanding contribution to our group. It is great to have her back as her passion for the industry, for learning and development still remains at the highest level.”

The Mountfort Group have over 100 salespeople, with a large property management business and they also fully integrate with the Eastern Beaches Loan Market team.  If you are seeking a career in real estate or any advice on your property needs, please contact Christine Fowler on 0274 930 529 or christine.fowler@raywhite.com.

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Leading salesperson, Peter Vink, said the Tutukaka Coast is a special location that has always had a high attraction particularly for Aucklanders, being just under two hours in travel and providing a relaxing family environment to enjoy. In regards to the re-brand to Ray White Allens, Peter said the marketplace had already reacted positively and that he personally saw opportunity for his buyers and sellers to utilise the Ray White marketing system, both online and through print media, to attract more awareness about the Coast and the property available.

The Ray White Allens Tutukaka office is part of Goode Leith Realty Limited. Peter Vink and Chris Windust are available to be contacted on 09 434 3034, with their properties being displayed through their local website rwtutukaka.co.nz.

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Bill Tunzelmann has a well deserved reputation in the economic rural sector of the Waikato.  Formerly with PGG Wrightson, Bill has been recognised as one of PGG Wrightson’s leading salespeople with a career in real estate extending over many years.

Bill Tunzelmann said that he is excited by his move to the new Ray White office in Matamata.  “Our new business will be dual branded as Ray White Rural and also Ray White. I will continue my personal sales of economic units through the Ray White Rural office at Matamata and also plan to build an extensive sales team in residential that will be part of the business.”

Carey Smith, NZ Chief Executive of Ray White, said that the new office in Matamata is an exciting opportunity for the Group. “The new franchise owner Bill Tunzelmann is highly experienced in the rural area of real estate and he will bring a new dimension to the Group with his extensive database and knowledge of rural.”

The new office will also be conducting residential sales and the team is to be headed up by Nerrida Schuler.

The new Ray White Matamata office is expected to be open by 1^st October.  Bill Tunzelmann can be contacted on 021 489 571 or bill.tunzelmann@raywhite.com.  Nerrida Schuler can be contacted on 021 424 711 or nerrida.schuler@raywhite.com.

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The Crowd gathers outside  Ray White Manurewa for the Cook Up!

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Rodney Fong joins Ray White Tauranga from a high sales performing career with LJ Hooker Tauranga.  Rodney joins the Grindles’ on the basis of seeing the growth and the opportunity within the real estate industry for ownership. Rodney made comment that it has always been part of his desire to be in ownership and it comes as a great opportunity to be able to join Ian and Rachel in the Tauranga office.

Ian Grindle said that having the youth and enthusiasm of Rodney on their team was great. “He also brings with him additional skills in auctioneering and high profile marketing.”

Carey Smith, Chief Executive Ray White New Zealand, said “The combination of Ian and Rodney together would be a significant boost for the Ray White Group profile in Tauranga.  Rodney’s skills in the auction arena are first class and Ian has always been recognised as a high performing marketer. Their administration is being handled by Rachel Grindle and that provides good integration for the team.”

To see the Ray White Tauranga website please click here.

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New franchise owners Martin Honey and Rohan Thompson have confirmed their location on Mt Albert Road to be part of the Video Ezy complex, which has one of the highest profiles in the area. The office takes 170 sq metres of space and will house 25 salespeople. The building is currently being re modeled for the pending arrival of the Ray White team.

Since the announcement by Goodwin Realty to sell out their business to Bayleys Real Estate, Ray White has welcomed several of Goodwin Realty staff to the new Ray White Mt Albert office. All of the following salespeople are remaining with Ray White Mt Albert Susan Woods-Markwick, Colin Nicholson, Susan Nicholson, Connie Wight, Eric Wu, Jackie McDermot, Rex Baddeley and Simon Lu. Other Goodwin Realty sales staff to remain with other Ray White offices include Heather Hannah, Diane Goer and Linda Breeze.

Carey Smith, Chief Executive of Ray White New Zealand, said that the sale of the Goodwin business was always going to unlock enormous opportunity for the Ray White Group.  He said he was delighted with the number of sales staff remaining with Ray White in total at this stage more than half of the Goodwin Realty active sales staff and we expect more to join in the coming week.

The new franchise owners, Martin Honey and Rohan Thompson, run one of our top 10 businesses in New Zealand and are both high performing salespeople and leaders in their own right. They have announced that high profile sales manager Lyn Beere will be managing the office.

Martin Honey said the Mt Albert venture is very exciting. He also said he started his business in the Mt Albert area and it’s great to be back with the Ray White name to continue to grow market share for the group.

The Ray White Mt Albert office is expected to open on 15^th September 2011.

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