Purchasing or selling a property can be an emotional roller coaster ride and he enjoys providing expertise, advice and knowledge to make the journey and arrival a great life experience.
REQUEST FREE APPRAISALDerek provides his clients with in-depth knowledge of the area and especially the Tauranga residential market, having lived in the Bay of Plenty and Tauranga for 40 years. Derek’s energy and commitment are motivating, and his professionalism, confidence, and knowledge are invaluable. His communication style is calming and informative for both vendor and purchaser.
A strong commercial background has resulted in excellent negotiation skills, providing the best outcomes achievable for his clients. “Delivering his promise” has long been an unspoken commitment that Derek always applies to his work.
In achieving life balance, Derek has always enjoyed sports, especially fishing and the gym. Having trained bodybuilders for competition, the sport is ideal for maintaining health and focusing the mind. Fishing provides an ideal opportunity to unwind and enjoy the bounty of the sea. Derek and his wife Pat were very involved with the Tauranga Coastguard for many years, Derek as a rescue crew and Pat as a radio operator who, after 22 years’ service to Coastguard, was recognised with the presentation of a Queens Service Medal in 2019. Derek has been the Tauranga Business Chamber Small Business Advisor for twelve years, helping new and established businesses improve their operation and bottom line. Derek is in his ninth year working in real estate and still gets a buzz from the daily interaction with clients.
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