Introducing

Michelle de Baugh

Licensee Salesperson
Ray White Howick

Michelle’s dedication and commitment to her clients is a reflection of her extensive knowledge of residential and rural conveyancing, in Eastern and South Auckland.

Real estate seemed a natural progression for Michelle, after spending 28 years in the legal profession, 23 of those practising as a Registered Legal Executive and latterly as a fellow of the New Zealand Institute of Legal Executives INC.   Michelle has an intrinsic understanding of all aspects relating to her client’s unique requirements.

Having acted professionally for clients for many years Michelle recognised she had the necessary attributes required of the sales people she was already dealing with on a daily basis.

Michelle’s desire to offer a more complete professional and personal aspect to property transactions is paramount to her client’s satisfaction and thus can guarantee confidentially while utilising her excellent negotiation skills.  Michelle knows first-hand what it entails to sell or purchase a property from the listing process to finalisation of settlement and is suitably qualified to make this process as seamless as possible for all parties involved.

During Michelle’s time in real estate, she achieved Executive Status in her first year of sales.  Michelle has also received Outstanding Achievement Awards in Customer Satisfaction and currently holds a 100% Net Promoter Score in Customer Satisfaction. 

Previously working within "Team Anton" she was part of an internationally recognised and award-winning sales team, specialising in professional excellence. Michelle has now combined her expertise with Leah Salvesen and established Leading Ladies - Bespoke Homes. A proven winning combination, specialising in residential and lifestyle homes.

By engaging Michelle's services, you are assured of professionalism and a commitment to achieving success, tailor matched to suit the individual client requirements exemplified by Ray White.

2022/2023 - Team Anton - No.1 Individual Sales  - Team Anton Chairmans Elite

2020/2021 - Team Anton - No.1 Individual Growth Year on Year  - Team Anton Internationally No.1

 


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Testimonials

10a Birman Close
Half Moon Bay
Tracey Maree Mercer

EXCEPTIONAL ADVICE & SUPPORT A heartfelt thank you to Michelle from the Leading Ladies team for her exceptional professionalism and meticulous approach in handling the sale of our property in such a challenging market. Her expert advice and support stood out. We are thrilled to give Michelle a well-deserved 5-star rating and wholeheartedly recommend Michelle if you're thinking of selling your biggest asset - your home!

43 Oakridge Way
Northpark
Shishir Kumar Regmi

She is professional, knowledgeable, and helpful. Highly recommend her!

14 Lippiatt Crescent
Pokeno
Varun Rajender Prasad Kohli

Michelle was incredible throughout the sale of our first home that we built and the purchase of a new home that is perfect for our growing family. Michelle offered us so much guidance throughout our process and we couldn’t be more grateful, Michelle is extremely knowledgeable and personable which is so refreshing. We would highly recommend Michelle to anyone wanting a smooth process when buying or selling. Thank you again Michelle for all of your hard work and endless hours that you put in for making our move to be local again possible.

1/81 Cook Street
Howick
Michelle Debra Major

Fantastic communication. Friendly and attentive to both myself and acknowledging the tenants.

24 Aristoy Close
Conifer Grove
Terry Sawyer

We were impressed with Michelle attention to detail in following up with potential buyers and providing feedback to us

68 Patons Road
Howick
Tamara and Dougie

Michelle was very professional in the way she went about her work always explaining in details things we did not understand. Time management was awesome also great communication.

12 Pauline Place
Bucklands Beach
Karen McLintock

Michelle was excellent to work with. Great can do attitude and always ready to do whatever was needed. Very professional and great local knowledge

1/196 Bucklands Beach Road
Bucklands Beach
Robin Reeve

This is the second property Ray White has sold for me within the last 5 years and on both occasions I have been privileged to have Michelle as my sales agent. For many reasons this was a difficult sale to negotiate and at all times Michelle showed professionalism and compassion in the journey to closure. Her understanding of current regulations and compliance was excellent and her communication skills and timelines were outstanding.

21 Montecito Place
Golflands
Freda Eccles

On my first meeting with Michelle and Leah I was quickly put at ease by their warmth and professionalism throughout the campaign. Michelle explained step by step each procedure and she was only a call away if I had any queries. I would recommend Michelle to anyone considering selling the house

16 Bledisloe Street
Cockle Bay
Anthony Marsh

We brought and sold with Michelle as she is highly dedicated, passionate and knowledgeable about the housing market. We trusted Michelle and felt confident that she would deliver the best result which she achieved after only two weeks of our house being on market.

2/7 Mirabell Place
Golflands
Aaron Sam

Michelle was amazing to deal with! Fast communication, very knowledgeable and made the buying experience very easy. Would recommend!

2/20 Seneca Court
Golflands
Joy Peagram

I have found Michelle to be very professional and trustworthy. She gives realistic advice and information. Michelle went absolutely out of her way and beyond my expectations of a real estate agent to assist with the successful sale of my property.

2/7 Mirabell Place
Golflands
Wolfgang & Marilyn Marshall

Michelle has a warm and enthusiastic approach and is well-informed about the local market. She displays a high level of integrity and it is easy to have complete trust in her. She works very hard, well beyond the call of duty. Her enthusiasm and hard work paid off with a successful result at the auction.

1/22 Regia Close
Half Moon Bay
Anita Leeuw

Michelle was fantastic! She was professional and went above and beyond to help us secure our first home.

1/22 Regia Close
Half Moon Bay
Anita Leeuw

Michelle was fantastic! She was professional and went above and beyond to help us secure our first home.

32 Drake Street (also known as 34 Drake St)
Howick
Brian & Dorothy Kinsman

STARTED WITH ALL GUNS BLAZING AND NEVER STOPPED. MICHELLE DID EVERYTHING IN THE BOOK TO MAKE THE HOME EXTREMELY MARKETABLE, USING EVERY TRICK IN THE BOOK AND AS A RESULT, ACHIEVED A 100% RESULT

Simon Dawson

Michelle is very professional, tenacious, very hard working and a good deal maker.

14 Luplau Crescent
Cockle Bay
Linda Sharpe

Michelle was knowledgeable and an informant Efficient operator

20 Simon Owen Place
Golflands
Andrew Nimmo

Michelle helped us at a time when we were relocating from Auckland to Southland and the property market was in decline. Even when we were considering our options Michelle was always on our side. A lot of time and effort on her part helped us to get the result we desired. She gave great service beyond what was required.

Amanda & Richard Lalich

When we were thinking of selling our beloved family home, we knew there was only one agent we would use – Michelle de Baugh. Michelle had previously sold two other properties for us and achieved amazing results. We were moving out of Auckland and needed a no fuss, quick turnaround. We listed with Michelle on Sunday, our property advertising went live on the Wednesday, had an open home on the Thursday and received an offer that night. Our house was SOLD unconditionally by following the Monday. We all hate the small print, but Michelle’s legal background makes all the difference - she always goes the extra mile to achieve the best possible result and her negotiating skills are outstanding. Nothing is ever a problem for Michelle, and she delivers amazing results. We were always kept completely informed throughout the entire process and we were so satisfied with the results. She’s efficient and exceptionally professional. We would have no hesitation in recommending Michelle to anyone considering selling or buying their next home. Thank you Michelle, we now get to go and live our dream!

Michael David John Eaglen

Michelle is a great communicator and highly organised. She is easy to deal with and always had our best interests as vendors front of mind. She puts her legal background to great use in the sale & purchase process. She is kind and generous. Team Anton was a powerful team for us, with two serious offers presented early in our campaign, leading to a sale, before any marketing had been done, at a price and conditions we were very happy to accept.

171A Cook Street
Howick
Margaret-Ann Flynn

Michelle was really helpful and stepped up at short notice to help guide us through a Tele auction

3 Simon Owen Place
Golflands
Anita Kinsman

We would highly recommend Michelle, she understood our requirements, and followed up on every question we had along the way

1/515 Pakuranga Road
Howick
Deana Ingles

Michelle was very professional throughout the selling process of my property. Michelle's knowledge and experience of her profession instilled confidence, reassurance and trust for me as her client. Michelle's attention for detail, efficiency and extreme diligence, combined with her very personable, vibrant personality meant that I received an outstanding service from her as my agent. Michelle displayed no hesitation to always go the extra mile to obtain the best results for me as her client. Thank you Michelle. Kind regards Deana

147 Vista Paku
Pauanui
Russell Smith

Michelle did a wonderful job in selling two properties for us, excellent communication and follow up, no problem too small, i would highly recommend the team.

2 Brooke Ridge Rise
East Tamaki Heights
Adriaan Johan Snyman

Michelle did very well, as she was the feet on the ground I was extremely happy with her performance.

Adriaan & Briana - Sellers

Michelle goes above and beyond for her clients, from working in with building inspectors, tips and tricks for the best photos, processes to follow before open homes and setting realistic expectations for our selling journey, there was not a single fault to highlight in our experience with her. Day and night Michelle was there to answer our many questions, confidently, clearly and with a smile. We firmly believe our experience with selling wouldnt have been the same if we were with another agent, Michelle was working hard for us, providing daily updates and check ins and due to her relationships built with other agents too, we are confident we got the best price possible for our home. Michelle should be incredibly proud of her work, we are so lucky to have her on our side and look forward to working with her again in the future.

Murray & Susan - Sellers

Michelle was amazing and worked really hard to get our house sold quickly and for a great price - she provided great service and would be happy to use Michelle again in the future

Yinggang - Seller

Michelle is a professional hard worker, always reports what had happened and gave a detailed advice, very good experience with her.

Josh & Michelle - Sellers

Michelle is extremely diligent and goes beyond what most other agents would do for their clients.

Geraldine - Seller

Michelle was incredibly hard working, personable and knowledgeable in her guiding us through the selling process.

Tamara & Dougie - Sellers

Michelle was very professional in the way she went about her work, always explaining in details things we did not understand. Time management was awesome, also great communication.

Glen & Mandy - Sellers

Extremely helpful with dealing with our tenants, good communication and delivered everything she said she would do.

Margie & Gary - Sellers

Totally professional and very easy to deal with.

Andrea - Seller

I’m still on a high this morning!! I can’t thank you both enough for the fantastic and tireless work you have put in since day 1. Anton, in spite of being an incredibly busy man you were there to see me within the hour of that first call - although your reputation told me all I needed to know, that first visit confirmed the decision and your calm and clear advice and fantastic knowledge of the market made me know I was leaving my sale in the right hands! Michelle, I had mixed feelings as you can imagine about selling what has been a much loved family home for the last 15 years but you took away all the stress and managed to somehow make it an enjoyable process! Thank you for going above and beyond - for keeping me in touch with every single development along the way. You said jokingly you’d be my new best friend and I literally see you as a friend now - you have gone above and beyond. Thank you for always offering to help whether it be with expert professional advice, helping to make my bed for an open home, or letting my teenager sit in your car during private visits! They say selling a home is one of the most stressful life events but not with Team Anton :) Irena who you recommended to do my partial staging was so talented and a pleasure to work with. Ken the auctioneer did the most amazing job for me on auction night and did his homework with 2 visits to see my home. He’s a legend! Please pass on my thanks. Thank you all once again. The result last night really surpassed hopes and expectations and will really help my son and I for our future. Look forward to catching up with you both in the coming days. Kind Regards Andrea Sauni

Shaun & Bronwyn - Seller

Michelle kept us in close contact all the way through our sale. She went well beyond what we have ever experienced during a house sale. Can’t thank Michelle enough for her advice and care. Never thought I would ever say this but the commission we paid to Team Anton was the best money we have ever spent.

Kerry & Megan - Sellers & Buyers

Michelle is amazing. A real people person and also incrediably efficient. Everytime we asked her a question she always emailed us a reply within 10 mins.

Graham & Lynda - Sellers

Michelle was an absolute dream to work with. She was very professional, and kept us up to date with any information, as it came to hand. She has a lovely personality and a great work ethic.

Scott & Bosa - Sellers

Put in a lot of work to sell our house

Sam & Misha

She is great to deal with, has great advice, is straight up honest, great communicator.

Brent & Betty - Sellers

From the very first meeting, Ray White's approach was exemplary and very professional. Initially, they questioned us in an effort to understand our needs and expectations. They viewed our property with a clear understanding and appreciation of its unique features. They also had in-depth knowledge of the East Auckland market. Throughout the process, Anton, Michelle and the auctioneer treated as partners, providing continuous feedback and working very hard and enthusiastically to ensure that our goals were met. On auction night, our home sold successfully "under the hammer" in what has been reported as a "flat" market. Thank you Ray White Howick and Team Anton!

Averil - Seller

Everything was done very professionally by her without any hassles great service kept up to date all the time

Alison - Seller & Buyer

Friendly, approachable and pro-active. Michelle's legal background was also an added bonus - thank you so much!

Brett Cookson

The service provided by Michelle from Ray White in Auckland was exceptional

Brett Cookson - Seller

The service provided by Michelle from Ray White in Auckland was exceptional

Katrina - Buyer

Michelle was very responsive to our questions. She was friendly and easy to work with.

Sara-Jane - Seller

Great person to deal with, would have been lost without her

Matthew - Seller

Michelle was great, she did everything in her power to insure that the sale went through as easily as possible.

Gavin & Leanne - Sellers

Michelle, is an agent of high integrity, dedicated and above all else committed to the vendor, such qualities seem lacking in most agents, Michelle stands head and shoulders above the rest which is why we have already referred her to family for a future listing.

Gavin John Cran

Michelle, is an agent of high integrity, dedicated and above all else committed to the vendor, such qualities seem lacking in most agents, Michelle stands head and shoulders above the rest which is why we have already referred her to family for a future listing.

Katrina Bennetts - Seller

Michelle was very responsive to our questions. She was friendly and easy to work with.

Sara-Jane - Seller

Great person to deal with, would have been lost without her

Muriel Annes Viikirangi Poa - Buyer

We felt Michelle was easy to deal with and appreciate all the information she shared with us on our journey to buying our very first home!

Matthew Ian Moore - Seller

Michelle was great, she did everything in her power to insure that the sale went through as easily as possible.

Barry & Elaine - Sellers

Our home was listed at a time when, from a sellers perspective, the market was softening and the time it took to sell was somewhat longer than Michelle anticipated. Despite this, Michelle was resolute in her efforts to achieve the best possible result for us. She was always early in attending open homes giving us all time for a catch-up and discussing strategies, and always with a smile. Michelle's communication following each open home was exemplary and we were never left wondering. We sincerely thank Michelle for her dedication and efforts, from listing to sale and beyond. We have no hesitation in recommending Michelle to others as she has a great understanding of the market and her clients. Michelle was always friendly and helpful with a huge smile and nothing ever seemed too much trouble. Michelle in our opinion went above & beyond.

Richard & Amanda - Sellers

Michelle made it all so easy! Great to deal with. This is the second time we have used Michelle and would definitely use her again.

Barry Severin Scott - Seller

Michelle was always friendly and helpful with a huge smile and nothing ever seemed too much trouble. Michelle in our opinion went above & beyond.

Richard Martin Lalich - Seller

Michelle made it all so easy! Great to deal with.

Elaine - Seller

I had many real estate agents through my property to give me appraisals and Michelle was the only one who did not pressure me, she worked with me at my pace and made me feel very comfortable. The flowers she left for me were a nice touch for the anniversary of my late husbands passing. It was a scary time for me, as this was the first time I have ever sold a home.

Elaine - Seller

I had many real estate agents through and Michelle was the only one who did not pressure me, she worked with me at my pace and made me feel very comfortable. The flowers she left for me were a nice touch for the anniversary of my late husbands passing. It was a scary time for as this was the first time I have ever sold a home.

Murray - Seller

Vary helpful.pleasure to deal with her.her experience shined through and got the job done.awesome result.

Stephen Cocker - Seller

Very professional in a pleasant manner

Fiona Pulman - Seller

Great and easy to deal with.

Tania & Brendan - Sellers

Michelle communicated with us throughout the whole process and kept us well informed on who and how many potential buyers went to the open homes. She presented all offers and ran around like a headless chicken to see that all counter offers were signed off and followed up. We are very satisfied with the work Michelle did for us.

Brendan and Tania - Seller

Michelle communicated with us throughout the whole process and kept us well informed on who and how many potential buyers went to the open homes. She presented all offers and ran around like a headless chicken to see that all counter offers were signed off and followed up. We are very satisfied with the work Michelle did for us.

Matt and Carla - Seller

Michelle was outstanding! Her friendly and sunny personality made dealing with her an absolute dream, and she showed kindness in dealing with her elderly seller.

Craig & Andrea - Sellers

Michelle was professional, honest and communicative throughout the entire marketing process. There was never a problem answering our questions and she always made us feel that we were her priority.

Joe - Seller

Hi I would highly recommend Michelle, if you want a stress free sale of your house. Michelle is an authentic and dedicated agent who made no false promises and in the end DELIVERED because of her attention to detail and hard work ethic. Her feedback was awesome and I never ever felt out of the loop. Her enthusiasm is second to none. Overall my experience with Michelle has been a pleasure from the start of the sale of the house to the very profitable conclusion. She deals with people in a pleasant and professional way, which is rare these days. I would thoroughly recommend to friends and family, to sell with Michelle

Amit - Buyer

Good communication throughout and very helpful

Matt & Carla - Buyers

Michelle was outstanding! Her friendly and sunny personality made dealing with her an absolute dream, and she showed kindness in dealing with her elderly seller.

Joe - Seller

I found Michelle to be very authentic and dedicated agent who took the stress out of the whole process. Her enthusiasm is second to none.

Amit - Buyer

Good communication throughout and very helpful

Craig & Andrea - Sellers

We approached Michelle to appraise our house before selling and she was honest, friendly and professional throughout the appraisal process, keeping our expectations realistic from the outset. Upon purchasing a new house we contacted Michelle again to sell our house and she swung into action, we were kept up to date through the entire marketing and sales process, with regular feedback. We can't recommend Michelle highly enough as a sales agent, she is professional, trustworthy and very easy to work with. With Michelle's help our house sold under the hammer with a price we were more than happy with.Michelle was professional, honest and communicative throughout the entire marketing process. There was never a problem answering our questions and she always made us feel that we were her priority.

Peter - Seller

Michelle did everything asked of her. She went above and beyond to make sure that the sale of my house went smoothly and to ensure there was never any stress involved.

Karen - Seller

Michelle done everything asked, she went above and beyond to make sure that the sale of my fathers house went smoothly and he had no stress.

Morris - Seller

Michelle undertook the sale of a home we had for family members. She was efficient, enthusiastic and effective throughout the whole process. Nothing was too much trouble. She researched the Council files and provided full information and recommendations to us before we made a decision as to how we wanted to market it. She kept us fully informed on progress during the sale period and also during the auction. Yes we strongly recommend her if you are selling the family home, investment property or any property.

Henrich & Fiona - Sellers

Where do I start... Michelle has been great through and through! She is very professional but also cares. We needed that in an agent and that is what Michelle delivered. Michelle respected us, our family and our schedule. Michelle was there for us through the buying process as well. She willingly offered advice and also took time out of her busy schedule to help us. Even when she was out of town she was still there for us. Michelle has every quality you would want in an agent!

Henrich and Fiona - Seller

Michelle cared. It was nice to have someone look after us during and after the sale.

Morris - Seller

Michelle was very positive about the whole sale process and kept me fully informed at all stages

Joy - Buyer

Friendly approachable staff. No-one was pushy.

Tony & Wendy - Sellers

Michelle worked tirelessly on our not so easy sale, until she got a very acceptable outcome. Her honest and open approach made working with her a pleasure. She made sure we knew what what was happening with every step and nothing was a problem. Our thanks Michelle, a very good sale for all involved.

Anthony - Seller

Michelle was very nice to work with, and she worked so hard to achieve a good price.

Judith Margaret Rixson - Seller

Michelle was very easy to work with . She was professional but also very proactive and engaging with her client . Communication skills very outstanding .

Mrs Rixson - Seller

Michelle was introduced to our family in February 2016 as a Licensee Salesperson for Ray White Land Agents. I found Michelle to be a confident person, dealing in all areas of Real Estate. At all times during the marketing of my property, Michelle kept me informed of all aspects to selling my home. Michelle did carry out her duties in a very trustworthy manner. Michelle was very easy to work with . She was professional but also very proactive and engaging with her client . Communication skills very outstanding . It is my pleasure to write this testimonial and I wish her well in her future years.

Joy Peagram - Seller

Friendly approachable staff. No-one was pushy.

Stuart and Martine - Sellers

We chose Michelle to sell our house and gave her her first listing, we never regretted that decision. Although Michelle was supported by the large them at Ray White, it was her energy and enthusiasm that initially drew us to her. This never wavered through the open homes, the auction process and following negotiations. Her attention to detail and tenacity in following up leads helped to achieve a timely outcome we were very happy with, As well as the above, nothing was too much trouble, she went out of her way to explain what was happening. Any questions we had were answered promptly and she double checked to make sure we understood and were happy with the answer.

Helen - Buyer

Listened, guided, cool calm and totally professional. Michelle has kept me informed all through the process, and most of all no pressure with pricing and helpful through the LIM process.

Amanda - Seller

I Found Michelle to be very efficient and helpful with the sale of my property. She exceeded my expectations. I would happily recommend Michelle to others whether they were looking at selling or buying a property.

Helen - Seller

Listened, guided, cool calm and totally professional. Michelle has kept me informed all through the process, and most of all no pressure with pricing and helpful through the LIM process.

Amanda - Seller

Found Michelle to be very efficient and helpful with the sale of our property. She exceeded our expectations.Would happliy recommend Michelle to others.

Stuart - Seller

Nothing was too much trouble, she went out of her way to explain what was happening. Any questions we had were answered promptly and she double checked to make sure we understood and were happy with the answer.

Awards


  • 2023/2024 - Executive Performer
  • 2022/2023 - Premier Performer
  • 2017/2018 - Executive
  • 2017 - Executive Performer (NZ)

Michelle's Listings