Client Testimonials - What business buyers and sellers say about us
“Tony and I are happy to recommend Ross Larsen of Tourism Properties as your business broker. Ross recently marketed and sold our business in January 2011. He was at all times professional in his business dealings with us and really went that extra mile to help put the deal together. Ross also took us through the selling process step by step to make sure all areas were covered that were required for the sale and purchase .He also saved us time and money by passing on his legal and accounting knowledge that saved us forever contacting our lawyer and accountant with questions. Ross was there on site for the changeover of the business and made sure all procedures were carried out that were required for a smooth transaction. We would like to thank Ross Larsen and absolutely recommend his services. We have recommended Ross to some colleagues and he is in the process of working with them now."Shona & Tony Robb - Regarding Broker Ross Larsen
“Seldom would a vendor be pleased to pay commission for the sale of property/business. However from time to time some real estate agents pull out all the stops and perform to a high level. In my case Adrian Chisholm from Tourism Properties has done this, and I would recommend him as a first port of call for anyone looking at listing a property”Clarke Halverson, Director Pudding Hill Lodge - Regarding Adrian Chisholm
Vendor - Pudding Hill Lodge
"Lesley and I would like to thank you for your professionalism and support with our purchase of Pudding Hill Lodge. While we acknowledge you were employed by the vendor, it was a pleasure to work with you and have you guide us successfully through what was a 'challenging experience!' For novices like us, purchases of this magnitude can easily become stressfull, and we appreciate the way you denied us of the stress, even though it was a pressurised situation. It was important to us that you were able to be contacted at the drop of a hat and always had time to discuss our questions and requests. Without hesitation, we would ceratinly recommend yourself and Tourism Properties as agents with experience, knowledge, integrity and professionalism. We will certainly make use of your services in the future. We look forward to you visiting our little piece of paradise and thank you again for your part in helping to make our dream come true; now it's just up to us!"
Peter and Lesley Edwards - Regarding Adrian Chisholm
Buyers - Pudding Hill Lodge
"In late 2009 I listed my tourist based property in Thames with Malcolm and Melissa Teesdale of Tourism Properties. It was a difficult Market with confidence in property at an all time low and the effects of the recession uppermost in buyers minds. Malcolm was convinced the property would sell to an overseas buyer and obtained a very cost effective listing on a UK based property website. I was frankly amazed at the amount of enquiry from this site and Tourism Properties own website that had a very high enquiry rate. Malcolm emailed me every week keeping me up to date with progress and advising me of potential purchasers they were working with. Both Malcolm and Melissa worked tirelessly to promote my property and in April 2010 a sale was confirmed to a couple from Australia. I am very happy with the end result and cannot speak highly enough of both Tourism Properties and in particular Malcolm and Melissa."
Graton Cottages and Chalets, Thames - Regarding Business Brokers Malcolm and Melissa Teesdale"I appreciate how much effort you put in, and I will certainly pass on any business I can to you. I have so appreciated your regular updates and have found you THE MOST PROFESSIONAL (and lovely) agent I have ever dealt with, and you are such a credit to your company."
Nicola Rayner - Regarding Hospitality Business Broker Kate Grooby
"It has been nearly six months now since we settled on the business here in Whangaroa; so we simply must take the time to say thank you. It is not usual for the purchasers in any property deal to feel so well looked after, however in our case (and I’m sure in every deal you broker) we were treated with fairness, honesty, patience and integrity. You helped us negotiate a price and conditions that left both parties feeling completely happy. Our little business is burgeoning and we are being kept very busy. As you identified at the time, there is so much potential here and we are making the most of every opportunity and enjoying our new lifestyle. Once again, our thanks, Adam. We shall be in touch again when we need new premises for our planned expansion."
Tim Sollart & Maarea Karetai, Taratara Smokehouse - Regarding Tourism & Hospitality Business Broker Adam Peterson
“I have known Chrissy Chisholm for over 8 years and have always admired her capacity for professionalism, creativity and contact memory. Such great qualities in a great lady are hard to come by. My dealings with her have been nothing short of professional and swift to the outcome. I can recommend her for any Real Estate needs you may have.”
Steve Kirkpatrick, Managing Director, MY Hospitality Management Group, The Pier Hotel Group – Regarding Chrissy Chisholm"On the 2nd February 2010 Walker's Tourism Ltd purchased Bayview Motel in Paihia, New Zealand. Adam Peterson represented us processing the sale to a happy conclusion. We worked with Adam for the year prior to the purchase investigating a number of motels for sale. At all times Adam conducted himself ethically, professionally and most importantly with absolute honesty. Being foreigners at the time, living in South Africa, we needed a local representative upon whom we could relay and trust and who would provide a constant flow of communication. Adam fulfilled all of these requirements and there is absolutely no doubt that should we repeat this process, Adam will be the only person we will consider negotiating through"
Graham Walker, Director Bayview Motel – Regarding Adam Peterson“Thanks Chrissy and Adrian for your efficient marketing efforts in selling our South Island Hotel operation. It was great to have a couple of professionals who have worked in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry marketing the business for sale, using their extensive marketing skills and extensive database to find a suitable buyer. Your 30 years plus experience in both the Tourism and Hospitality sector and as Business Brokers in the Tourism Real Estate industry certainly paid off for us as we achieved a quick and smooth sales transaction of the business. I would be very happy to invite any of your vendors or purchasers to contact me for a further personal reference on the great service that Tourism Properties.com did for us”
Alistair Boyce, Director / General Manager Backbencher, Wellington – Regarding sale of South Island Hotel by Business Brokers Chrissy and Adrian Chisholm"We recently purchased Great Escape Yacht charters in Opua, Bay of Islands through Adam in his capacity as a Tourism Business Broker with Tourism properties. We found Adam out-standing to deal with, he presented well and had very sound product knowledge, we were impressed with the way he handled what was a very complex transaction that could have failed to meet a sale many times over. He steered us through the process and gave us time to manage our end of the transaction, being supportive but not forceful, just what was required. The sale and purchase agreement was of a very high standard with Adam clearly demonstrating a legal knowledge way above any agent I have met or worked with. To the point my Lawyer commented that the contract was the best she had seen and assumed a Lawyer had drafted it. The attention to the contract meant little change was required by either party as Adam had interpreted both our intents accurately. I shall definitely use Adams expertise in the future. I am happy to be contacted directly should you require more information."
Darren Crawford, Great Escape Yacht Charter and Sailing School - Regarding Business Broker Adam Peterson
“Thank you for being so helpful to us along the path to realizing our dream here in The Bay of Islands. The course of events leading up to our business acquisition was rather not the usual, given the very short time frame, multiple parties involved in multiple locations, and on the move, a lot of rush and crunch to meet deadlines. Even the lawyers were getting frazzled, but you remained so cool, always got us what information we needed quickly, and helped us pull it all together right on time. We are settling into our new lifestyle and new business and are loving it. Thank you Adam, I recommend you highly to anyone considering a tourism property business and look forward to seeing you and yours again.”
Trish and Serge Paredis – Regarding Business Broker Adam Peterson
“You can be sure that we will recommend you to anyone either buying or selling in the tourism industry. We found your style of business extremely professional. Not once did we feel that either party was under pressure but there was never any delay in the shepherding. We found you and Melissa charming people with excellent people skills and we wish you both a very successful future. Many thanks and best wishes.”Anita and Peter Sander, Papa Aroha Holiday Park - Regarding Business Brokers Malcom and Melissa Teesdale
“I would like to let you know that we are so grateful for all the extra help that you have given us throughout the purchase of Papa Aroha Holiday Park which is now our new home. We love it so much. Graeme has just bought the boat off Pete today and we are going to have a fish tomorrow, so all is good with us! Thanks again for all your help- we couldn't have done it without you. Your company needs to know that you are an asset to them."
Annita & Graeme Wykes, Purchasers, Papa Aroha Holiday park - Regarding Business Brokers Malcolm and Melissa Teesdale