Arizto

After years of success in real estate, Bev and Jason Waller made the leap to Arizto—on their third conversation with CEO Daniel Budd. Now, just weeks in, they’re thriving: 12 listings in five weeks, renewed passion, and a game-changing digital-first approach that empowers both agents and vendors. From top-performing salespeople to community leaders in Rotorua, their journey is proof that the right move—when the timing is right—changes everything. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/gtsThgyB

After surviving a life-altering accident that doctors said he wouldn’t recover from, Darren Cuneen defied all odds—learning to walk again, rebuilding his career, and ultimately making his mark in Hawke’s Bay real estate. His journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless drive. Now, as part of Arizto, he’s taking his success to the next level with a cutting-edge approach that’s changing the game. Read how Darren’s story of determination and innovation is shaping the future of real estate: https://lnkd.in/gQ5_nEte

How cool is this? Our Senior Leadership Team, including CEO Daniel Budd took the hot seat at our Bay of Plenty Regional Sales Conference—not just to speak, but listen. They spent over an hour (and extended another 30 minutes!) answering questions, gathering hands-on feedback, and engaging with our agents in real time. Real-time Q&A, unfiltered feedback, and open conversations. This is what innovation looks like—open conversations that drive real change.

Winner winner… Some of our team managed to snap some pics on the go last week at the RateMyAgent awards. Anna James - Top 5 Agent of the Year - New Zealand, #2 Agent for Canterbury Leigh Jackson - Southland Agent of the Year Electra Trewavas - Nominated for Agent of the Year for Tasman Jess Burgess - Nominated for Agent of the Year for Southland Rochelle Burton - Nominated for Agent of the Year Manawatu Teresa Haley - Nominated for Nominated for Rising Star Manawatu We also had multiple suburb winners and “Top 100” agents, as well as “Agency of the Year” in multiple suburbs. Congratulations to the team 💚

In just 12 weeks, Dulcie Ellis has closed 8 sales and built a thriving pipeline of 20+ more listings. But her success isn’t just about numbers—it’s about passion, innovation, and a deep connection to her community. With years in the industry and a family legacy in real estate, Dulcie has seen the market evolve. Now, she’s embracing cutting-edge technology with Arizto to make buying and selling homes faster, smoother, and more accessible than ever. From instant contracts to AI-powered tools, she’s proving that the old ways of real estate are gone—and the future is here. But what’s really driving her? A love for helping people find more than just a house—a home. Read her full story here: https://lnkd.in/eWz88MWP

A recap on our regional conference in Rotorua from our Head of Growth, Cherie Mobberley:

In case you missed it… The Reserve Bank has cut the OCR by 50 basis points to 3.75%. CEO Daniel Budd walks us through what this means for you. “The Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s recent decision to reduce the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by 50 basis points to 3.75% is poised to positively influence the New Zealand real estate market. This will likely have significant implications for both Arizto vendors, buyers and our sales team as well as the wider general market of course. Lowering the OCR typically leads to reduced mortgage rates, which we are already seeing from the mainstream banks. This makes home loans more affordable for buyers. This increased affordability can stimulate demand in the housing market, potentially leading to higher property prices and a more active market overall. Economists anticipate that these rate cuts could result in a 6% increase in house prices over the next year, as reported by Reuters. For Arizto vendors, the reduced OCR means that potential buyers may have access to more favourable financing options, increasing the pool of qualified buyers. This heightened demand can lead to quicker sales and potentially higher sale prices, benefiting vendors looking to maximise their returns. For our sales team, the OCR decrease presents an opportunity to assist their vendors in navigating a more favourable sale price as well as reducing the days on market. By leveraging our expertise and the tools provided by Arizto, salespeople can effectively match properties with interested buyers, facilitating smoother transactions and contributing to the result for all parties. In summary, we expect the OCR reduction to invigorate the New Zealand real estate market, offering advantages to vendors as well as our highly switched on sales team. By staying informed and responsive to these changes, Arizto can continue to provide exceptional service and achieve excellent outcomes for our clients.”

Yesterday, we had an incredible day bringing our agents from around the Bay of Plenty together for a day of learning, collaboration, and plenty of laughs. Here’s what our CEO, Daniel Budd, had to say about the day: “It was a pleasure to spend the day with our BOP, Hawke’s Bay, and some of our Waikato-based agents yesterday. As a remote business, when we get together it’s always extra special. The discussions and topics we covered were wide-ranging, insightful, and all covered in such a positive and collaborative environment. A lot of laughs were had too! Really exciting to see our agents flourishing as well as seeing the team growing into new areas of these regions. Definitely a great day, and I’m looking forward to the next one in the Manawatu in a couple of months.” A huge thank you to everyone who joined—we can’t wait to do it again soon.

Checked in, and ready to go. Daniel Budd & roughly 60 of our agents from the Bay of Plenty region are here at the Millennium Hotel Rotorua, with some help from our friends OneRoof NZ & Open2view (BOP) for our regional sales conference.

After a record low in new listings last December, sellers have surged back into the market this year. January saw new listings reach their highest levels since 2015, up 21.2% year-on-year. Interest rates are declining, and more choice? Now might be the perfect time for you to buy. Source: https://lnkd.in/gmy36Qev #propertynz #nzpropertymarket #nzhomes #ariztonz