Last year, we began writing a series of “Meet the Agent” blog posts, so that you could get to know your Bayleys Marlborough team members. We believe these articles are important, as they will ensure that you’re selecting the right agent to sell your property. Our Bayleys Marlborough family continues to grow, and today we’d like to introduce you to two new real estate agents Jackie Herkt and Mike Poff.

Jackie Herkt

Jackie may be a newly licensed agent, but she’s no stranger to Real Estate and no stranger to the office! She’s actually been part of the Bayleys Marlborough team for sixteen years!

Jackie’s real estate career began over two decades ago. She worked for two other firms before joining Bayleys Marlborough in 2002, when she worked with John Hoare marketing and selling rural and lifestyle properties. In 2015, Jackie began working alongside Andy Poswillo as a salesperson assisting him with his rural real estate business. Jackie recently decided to begin practicing as a real estate agent herself, and now runs her own property portfolio, specialising in residential and lifestyle properties.

When you choose Jackie to sell your home, you can be confident that her vast experience will ensure you and your purchasers are well looked after. Jackie knows that communication between all parties is the key to a successful sale at a good price.

Asked for her number one piece of advice for vendors, Jackie replies, “Take time to understand the process. Ensure that you are patient and let us market your property well. We want to ensure that you get the best buyers through your property and the best price in any market!”

Originally, from the Kapiti Coast, Jackie has called Marlborough home for almost thirty years. Family is important to her, and she feels blessed to have her three daughters, their partners, and six grandchildren, also living in the region. As a fan of the exquisite Marlborough Sounds, when Jackie isn’t selling real estate, you’ll find her out on the water, fishing or boating with family and friends.

Mike Poff

Mike has recently joined the Bayleys Marlborough team and specialises in viticulture and country sales. Mike’s previous career in the wine industry spanned twenty-five years and has prepared him perfectly for his new role. As a senior viticulturist, he has worked closely with grape growers and vineyard owners securing fruit supply for wine companies though grape supply contract and leases, so he knows a thing or two about negotiation!

Mike’s little black book of viticulture contacts means that he is the perfect choice to market your vineyard property. He understands the industry and therefore maximises value and returns for his vendors.

His number one piece of advice for vendors is… “Consider timing. Timing really is everything. It could take a year or two to get a property ready for the market.” Mike can help you maximise your property’s potential by advising you on a timeline. He’ll understand exactly what needs to be done before selling.

Having spent fifteen years in Marlborough, Mike now believes it’s the best office in the world. When he’s not selling vineyards, you might find him sampling the fruits of vineyards with family and friends; or enjoying the great outdoors, he loves to mountain bike and ski.

Last year, we began writing a series of “Meet the Agent” blog posts, so that you could get to know your Bayleys Marlborough team members. We believe these articles will help you feel comfortable that you’re selecting the right agent to sell your property. Our Bayleys Marlborough family continues to grow, and today we’d like to introduce you to one of our newest team members Rodger Jones.

Rodger Jones

Rodger may be new to Bayleys Marlborough, but he’s no stranger to this wonderful region we call home… He’s been holidaying in the Queen Charlotte Sound since his honeymoon in 1980! A permanent move from Christchurch, means that Rodger is now based in the Bayleys Marlborough Picton office and is in his element pursuing a new career whole-heartedly centred around two of his passions, people and property.

Prior to working in real estate, Rodger owned a successful panel-beating business in Christchurch for 25 years. Following this he worked as a property developer where he became very familiar with the Resource Management Act, engineering and the consent processes. This experience together with his love of Marlborough led Rodger to move to his holiday home in the Queen Charlotte Sound where he rebuilt the family bach. Rodger’s background in business, property development and building, along with his outgoing personality, has ensured that he has very quickly and successfully grabbed his real estate reins!

Rodger specialises in listing residential property around Picton, however, with his thorough knowledge of the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, Sounds properties are also very much on his radar.

Asked for his number one piece of advice for vendors, Rodger replies, “Trust your agent!” He adds that each agent at Bayleys gets the support of the entire Bayleys team, with everybody working towards the best possible outcome for the vendors.

When Rodger’s not selling property you’ll find him spending time with family and friends and relaxing… No doubt in the Marlborough sounds!

At the beginning of 2017, we committed to a series of blog posts that would help you get to know your Bayleys Marlborough team members, so you could make the right choice when you decide to sell your property. We’re proud to be a company that never rests on its laurels, and continues to grow, so it seems that this series of blog posts is going to extend into 2018! Today we’d like to introduce you to one of our newest agents, William Porter.

William Porter

William joined Bayleys Marlborough just a few months ago, in November. But he’s no stranger to the region, a local through and through, William admits that while he’s tried to live elsewhere, Marlborough’s fabulous lifestyle and the local people have continued to draw him back into the fold!

Previous to joining the Bayleys Marlborough team William was a hunting guide, so it’s no surprise that he’s carving his real estate niche as part of our Marlborough Sounds and rural team, he brings a wealth of regional knowledge to the table, as well as an address book full of local connections.

Engage William as your listing agent, and we can guarantee a healthy dose of enthusiasm and a committed level of service. He has personable amiability that ensures he’s a pleasure to do business with.

Asked for his number one piece of advice for vendors, Will replies, “Don’t skimp on marketing. Saving hundreds of dollars today could potentially cost thousands in the long run.”

When William isn’t selling property in the Marlborough Sounds or countryside, you’ll still find him in the same places… If he’s not working, he’ll be hunting, fishing or diving instead.