What do I love about real estate? The people, the satisfaction of helping them achieve their dream, seeing their smiles when that SOLD sticker goes up and knowing that, as their salesperson, I have provided the best possible service. An added plus is that many of my clients have become friends! I’ve been in the business for almost 10 years now, after joining my husband Kevin. We’d always worked well together – after all we’d been married almost 39 years - and as his workload was growing it seemed like the most natural thing to team up with him and take his business to the next level . Which is what we did! Prior to real estate, I held various roles in the banking industry, took time off to raise our two boys, then I worked for a leading children’s clothing brand as their Merchandising Manager. We’d owned a property in Tauranga for seven years or so and when I heard that Barfoot & Thompson was establishing a branch in the area, I was very excited as it meant we could live and work together here permanently. We absolutely love the location - the lifestyle, the close proximity to the beach, the many bike tracks and of course the fabulous cafes and restaurants! For me, my biggest interest, hobby and priority is my family. Our two boys are grown up now enjoying their own successful careers, so I have plenty of time to take Bentley, our Miniature Schnauzer for walks on the beach – he’s a bit of a character and pretty much has us wrapped around his paws. I also enjoy bike riding and attending daily gym classes. Call me at Barfoot & Thompson Mount Maunganui or maybe drop into the branch for a chat. If you see someone with a big smile, it’ll be me!