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Kirsty Macky
DirectorKirsty’s passion for real estate ignited over 29 years ago when she joined Bayleys after a brief stint in export marketing, following the completion of her degree at Canterbury University. While marketing was Kirsty’s initial introduction to the industry, she quickly discovered her true calling in sales, beginning her career as a salesperson in 1996. Her decision proved to be great, as Kirsty was awarded Bayleys' National Rookie of the Year after her first year in sales.
After several successful years in sales, Kirsty transitioned into management, leading Bayleys' Residential & Project Marketing operations at Head Office in Auckland. Her leadership and achievements in this role paved the way for her to purchase her first Bayleys franchise office in 2007.
Today, Kirsty is the proud Director and Licensee of Mackys Real Estate Ltd, trading as Bayleys in the North, overseeing 12 offices from Silverdale through to Kerikeri. Bayleys in the North is a dedicated member of the Bayleys Realty Group and is passionate about expanding the company’s presence in the North while maintaining Bayleys’ reputation as the region’s market-leading real estate provider.
Our Bayleys offices are strategically located to serve our community and cover all sectors of real estate, including residential, rural, lifestyle, coastal, waterfront, commercial, and industrial sales. We also offer comprehensive residential and commercial property management services.
We are committed to delivering a world-class real estate experience in this stunning part of New Zealand. Our core values—honesty, respect, professionalism, excellent communication, and family principles—form the foundation of our culture and business practices.
Kirsty’s personal philosophy centres on leading with integrity and family values. As a busy working mum, she is passionate about the incredible lifestyle opportunities available throughout the North, with real estate at the core.
I would be delighted to assist with your real estate needs. Please feel free to contact me directly to connect with our dedicated Bayleys team and services.
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Orewa
Mackys Real Estate Ltd, Bayleys,
Licensed under the REA Act 2008
About the area
Welcome to our place
North of Auckland offers one of New Zealand’s truly great lifestyles. One minute you can be miles from anywhere on a beach of breathtaking beauty; an hour later you’re right in the heart of cosmopolitan Auckland. Between lie charming rural villages and towns, dotting one of our country’s most picturesque landscapes. The east coast is lapped by jewel-like waters, while just a few kilometers away the Kaipara Harbour has a more austere but no less beautiful quality.
The Rodney District sits on Auckland’s doorstep yet retains the feel of yesterday with vibrant communities and down to earth locals. With stunning beaches, rolling land, vineyards, regional parks and much more, it’s a quality lifestyle very close to New Zealand’s largest city.
Further north Whangarei is a developing, modern and vibrant city in the centre of a district of fertile farmlands, orchards and forest, with a stunning harbour and coastline offering some of New Zealand’s finest beaches. Whangarei City has a large farming community and is only two hours from Auckland. It is also within close proximity to many famous tourist attractions including the Tutukaka Coast and the Poor Knights Marine Reserve.
Head further North and you have the world renowned Bay of Islands, the character-filled centre of Kerikeri and the Far North.
Combine all of this with a typically relaxed way of life and you have something that is truly out of the ordinary.
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Methods of sale
There are several methods of selling property in New Zealand. It is important that you understand the process for the property you are selling.
Auction
Auctions are a public process where a property is sold to the highest bidder at a level pre-determined by you, the seller.
- Auctions are the most transparent sales process, putting all qualified purchasers together in one room, increasing competition to aid determination of fair market value
- A sale under the auction hammer is cash unconditional, providing sellers with certainty to plan their next move
- The deadline timeframe of the auction process creates urgency and a window for buyers to complete due diligence
Tender
Usually set over a specific four-or-five week timeframe, the tender process leverages the timeframe element to invite buyers to submit a formal offer. After this, you can negotiate the terms of the sale with your preferred purchaser.
Expressions of interest
Expressions of interest invite all offers from interested parties, allowing flexibility and the option to choose who you want to negotiate with.
By negotiation
Properties offered for sale by negotiation leave value to be determined by the market. This is where the advice and experience of your qualified Bayleys salesperson can assist in determining where you see value for the property and are comfortable accepting an offer. Sales by negotiation are generally open-ended, with the absence of time pressure on both buyers and sellers.