Ray White New Plymouth

Proud owners of the 173rd Ray White office in New Zealand, Jane and Carey Simonson bring with them not only years of Real Estate experience, but an outstanding selling track record in the Taranaki region along with a strong family focus that make them the ideal choice when selling your home. That experience and the support from the wider Ray White network has seen the Ray White New Plymouth office take an immediate place among the region’s market performers and it is not surprising when you realise the extensive combined experience between the team members. Jane and Carey themselves are a couple with different, but complementary, skills and experience when it comes to the Real Estate Industry. Jane has been involved in sales and marketing since leaving school, while Carey’s careers include survey draughting, construction, house building, and offshore surveying. Both of them place emphasis on always going the extra mile - whether it’s a lawn that needs mowing before an open home, cleaning a dirty deck or getting a fireplace going on a cold day when they have buyers coming to a property - nothing is too much trouble. Add to that their superb negotiating skills and the fact that they leave no stone unturned in finding the “right” (not necessarily the first) buyer for a home and it’s no wonder that vendors love working with Jane and Carey. The amount of referrals that come in offer tangible proof of their dedication and accompanied by a superb team of like-minded sales people, admin and marketing staff, they ensure that EVERY client gets the VIP treatment and the best possible result - often far above the client’s expectations! And that’s why “you shouldn’t hand your keys out to just anyone”…

With 20 years experience in both residential and commercial sales, I understand what attributes to longevity and success within the real estate industry. I believe the key to building successful relationships in business and in life is a willingness to listen and to have a can-do-attitude. With a Bachelor of Commerce and Masters in Business Administration, prior to joining Ray White I held the position as Sole Operator in leasing commercial space at the World Trade Centre in Kochi, India. I was responsible for 75,000m² of high end commercial leasing and worked closely with the Property Management Team to assist and facilitate many multinational companies to secure commercial space within the World Trade Centre. With an international client portfolio which included Xerox Technologies, KPMG, IQVIA, Nielsen and UST Global, to name a few, For business, I have travelled extensively to Dubai, Kuwait and Singapore. Calm under pressure, I am incredibly detail focused. A skill I personally found valuable when overseeing the design and construction of my own home. It allowed me to experience the residential side of the real estate process from the ground up with residential sales continuing to be an important part of my business. “I value the fact that people look to me first for advice and I like to see the joy on their faces when they purchase a new home”. For me it is about creating lifelong relationships. An experienced salesperson I am not a stranger to selling residential properties having sold over 800 high end apartments and villas. With a wide range of interests I enjoy cricket, football, cooking, reading, travel and exploring new cultures. This deep interest in travel provided the catalyst for making the move to New Zealand. Myself, together with my wife and young family, are enjoying the pristine life New Zealand provides. “New Zealand is a beautiful country with endless possibilities.”

Rebecca came to real estate after successfully running her own business for 14 years. She has a strong passion for both marketing and building client relationships so real estate was the perfect career choice for her. In 2020 Rebecca began working in partnership with Karen Taylor and they have never looked back. Karen and Rebecca are proud to be redefining the world of real estate with a modern approach to the job they love. They bring different skills to the table while having the same visions and goals. Helping people on their property journey is what drives these two to achieve and succeed. "When selling your home, having a good team to help you on the journey is vital for a stress-free experience. For us it is all about guiding and helping people and we feel incredibly honoured to be involved in such major milestones with both our sellers and purchasers". Rebecca thrives on achieving premium results for vendors and handing the keys of a new home over to excited purchasers. Alongside Karen, Rebecca is truly changing your perception of real estate...

With a strong foundation in systems, process, and operational excellence, Libby has moved from Auckland and is proudly, New Plymouth based. Bringing a disciplined, strategic approach to every property transaction and backed by years of hands on experience within the real estate industry, Libby understands that success isn’t just about selling homes, it’s about building repeatable, reliable processes that deliver consistent results for clients. Having worked extensively behind the scenes as well as being client focused, Libby has developed and refined sales systems that streamline campaigns, enhance buyer engagement and maximise property exposure. Libby's strength lies in combining structured methodology with local market insight, ensuring no detail is overlooked and every opportunity is capitalised on. Known for her organised approach and clear communication, she guides clients through each stage of their journey with confidence and clarity. Whether preparing a property for market, supporting buyer timelines, or negotiating outcomes, Libby's process driven mindset ensures a seamless experience from start to finish. Proudly based in New Plymouth, Libby brings a practical, down to earth style paired with a commitment to high standards and delivering results through structure, strategy and a deep understanding of how great systems underpin great outcomes.

Neville started his real estate career back in 1984 and has enjoyed a great deal of success, not only matching people with property, but on a personal level creating clients for life who he is now proud to call friends. His career as a stock agent, along with ownership of a dairy and dry stock property, has prepared him to market and negotiate lifestyle and rural blocks with authority and understanding. Since embarking on selling residential homes Neville has a clear understanding of what is needed to achieve a premium result for his vendors. He has a sound knowledge of the New Plymouth and Bell Block market and likes to keep up to date with market activity. This was emphasised for Neville when he transitioned from real estate into owning a retail business in retail in New Plymouth. This chapter in his career taught him that customer service is paramount and creating great customer experiences are key to repeat business which is the backbone of his business today. Returning to real estate was a natural progression for Neville as he enjoys guiding vendors through the process of preparing their home for sale and equally values finding that perfect home for his purchasers. Having built five brand new homes for himself and his wife, Neville has a keen appreciation for architecture and design. Outside of Real Estate he loves his rugby, sea kayaking and caravanning. Neville, attracted by the dynamic franchise systems of a national and international company, joined Ray White New Plymouth in October 2019. He states “I knew the calibre of the sales people, as I had worked with them before, so I am very confident in my choice in joining Ray White”. If you are interested in buying or selling, call Neville today…