Eddington+Hargreaves are professional buyers agents, with offices in Arrowtown, New Zealand. Independent licensed real estate agents, Jo and Holly established their agency to help buyers make finding their dream Queenstown home a reality.
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Providing expert guidance from Search -to- Settlement,
Jo and Holly's clients are busy professionals, out-of town and expat buyers who want to call the Southern Lakes home.
With a partnership combining over two decades of experience buying and selling luxury homes, Jo and Holly leverage their expertise and industry connections to ensure clients receive a confidential, seamless and stress-free buying experience, saving them time and money.
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Their specialty is the acquisition of luxury, off-market and hard-to-find top-tier properties across Arrowtown, Lake Hayes and Dalefield area's.
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Your secret weapon in buying premium property
JE Realty Limited
Arrowtown New Zealand
[ Licensed REA 2008 ]
Why use a buyer's agent
As independent licensed real estate agents, what differentiates buyers agents from traditional real estate agents is our allegiance to the buyer. We don't sell real estate. Eddington+Hargreaves; we manage the entire buying process from Search to Settlement
Exclusive Access to Luxury Properties
Discover off-market luxury properties and invest in the most prestigious real estate in Arrowtown and the surrounding region.
Professional buyers agency
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We are independent. Our service offers
Search through to Settlement,
we manage the entire buying process to alleviate stress taking care of all the
legwork for you.
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From arranging private inspections, attending open homes to bidding at auctions, we liaise with selling agents and industry professionals including architects, builders and planners, ensuring every detail is meticulously managed on your behalf
Our extensive industry connections and networks, ensure our clients get access to exclusive premium, hard to find and
off market properties.
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Our insider knowledge and expertise
not only saves our clients time
but also opens doors to top tier properties
that may not be marketed online.
Maximize Your Property Investment
Expert Guidance & Confidentiality
When you choose to work with Holly and Jo, you benefit from the combined strength of our partnership. We provide a personalised and confidential service tailored to meet your unique needs
Our Process
1. Your Goals & Brief
Schedule an obligation-free 15 minute call or zoom meeting to discuss your specific buying goals. During this initial conversation, we will assess your requirements to ensure we are the right fit to work together.
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After we have assessed your full buying criteria including budget, wish list and preferred location(s), we sign a formal Buyers Agency Agreement confirming Eddington+Hargreaves will act on your behalf.
2. The Search
We will then commence the pursuit of your new home utilising our extensive local networks and key contacts with local agencies to source both on-market and off-market opportunities, including properties that may not yet be marketed online specifically tailored to meet your brief and budget.
The search process range can be from days to weeks, and we will keep you updated with a weekly shortlist or as per our agreed terms.
3. Top Contenders & Shortlisted properties
We personally inspect every property on your behalf before compiling a list of top contenders that meet your buying objectives.
Our site inspections are thorough, encompassing not only the property itself, and the neighbouring surrounds.
We provide our own photos and videos of the interiors/exteriors.
We do this to ensure accuracy and give a genuine representation of each property rather than rely only images provided by selling agents
4. Reporting
Our reports are meticulously prepared by our team and includes a comprehensive due diligence including title searches and local market analysis.
This analysis is based on recent comparable sales values in the area providing an informed estimate of the properties value.
Additionally our reports will highlight any potential issues identified with the property
5. The Negotiations
As your Buyer Agents, Holly and Jo will represent you in all negotiations, aiming to secure the property at the best price and on your terms.
We handle various sale methods including Private sales, Tender, Multi-offer situations, and Auctions.
For Auctions we will work closely with you to develop a specific auction strategy and then bid on your behalf (whether over the phone or in person) on the day of the auction.
6. Due Diligence
We take care of organising Property LIM and building inspection reports on your behalf liasing with the necessary professionals. Additionally we access Queenstown Lakes District Council site to review any changes on the proposed District Plans and liaise with Land Information New Zealand for Title information ensuring you have all the necessary information at your fingertips to make an informed decision.
7. Sale & Purchase
We collaborate closely with your legal team to manage the details of your sale and purchase contracts including
auction contracts to ensure a smooth transaction.
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This collaboration covers key elements such as deposits, settlement and possession dates, lists of chattels and inclusions and any specific terms or Clauses in the contract.
8. The Settlement
When it's finally time for settlement
we are there to manage everything for you, especially important if you cannot be present. Our comprehensive service includes conducting pre-settlement inspections, co-ordinating with solicitors and listing agents, and handling handover of keys, alarms and property access.
We go the extra mile by assisting with the setup of key services such as Power, Internet and Gas connections,. We can help arrange firewood delivery, lawns, gardens, cleaning services and even stock your pantry ensuring everything is ready for you to simply turn the key and move in!
Our Services
From Search to Settlement our service is completely independent & confidential.
We manage what is often a stressful and complex buying process for busy people, especially out-of-town buyers and expats who want a seamless and stress-free buying experience.
Customer service is paramount, and together with our in-depth local market knowledge, industry connections and negotiation expertise we offer every client an unparalleled level of service.
Professional Fees
We are licensed under the REA 2008 New Zealand and operate 100% independently. We work exclusively with buyers to source premium residential property
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Our service is personalised allowing us to tailor our services, working with a small select number of clients
at any one time. We guarantee 100% confidentiality
As agents, our contract is with our clients - The buyers. Buyers pay a professional finders fee to EH Agency, upon successful procurement.
Benefit from our personalised advisory service, tailored to meet your specific property acquisition requirements.
About Us
We are Arrowtown's only real estate agency dedicated to buyers, working exclusively on behalf of buyers.
Founded by local duo, Jo Eddington and Holly Hargreaves they established their specialist agency
to cater to the needs of NZ and off-shore buyers in the Queenstown-Arrowtown region.
The pair's partnership harnesses over two decades of expertise buying and selling luxury and premium homes. Their key advantage is their combined connections and extensive local network across the Queenstown
Wakatipu region. Jo and Holly are your Go-To agents if you want to call the beautiful Lakes region home.
Contact Us
EDDINGTON+HARGREAVES
New Zealand buyers agency
Address: New office open June 2024
Please note: We are usually out of the office looking at fabulous properties - however we are available to meet 7 days a week at our Arrowtown office. Please call Jo or Holly for an appointment
Dudley's Cottage Precinct
4B Buckingham Street Arrowtown
Queenstown 9302
New Zealand
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Telephone:
Jo Eddington +(64) 21 999 776
Holly Hargreaves +(64) 21 453 133
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Email:
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JE Realty Limited
EDDINGTON+HARGREAVES
(Licensed Agent REA 2008 ) 2024
Arrowtown New Zealand
Company Licence 20177723
