Asanka Kumara
“Responsiveness and professionalism” -
The Ray White Kohimarama and St Heliers offices were under the ownership of Ray White foundation member Peter Best since the early 90s. Over that time the businesses built up an incredibly loyal following and considered market leaders in the Auckland eastern bays. In 2018, after 27 years of ownership Peter sold his residential sales offices in Kohimarama and St Heliers to the neighbouring Mission Bay office.
The property management and rentals division of the business remains with Peter trading as Ray White Best Property Management and is now located in high profile stand alone premises in the heart of the St Heliers Bay village.
Over the term of his ownership, Peter has used his strong background in customer service and leadership to provide customers and team with his local expertise and knowledge . Peter has acted with integrity and honesty and has always aligned with the strong family values of Ray White. He is highly personable and recognizes that real estate is about people, and values keeping in touch with everyone.
Peter entered real estate in 1987 with Beltons United Real Estate (the forerunner of Ray White in NZ) and hasn’t looked back since. He enjoys spending time with his four grandchildren, traveling and gardening.
Peter works closely with his Manager, / Equity Partner, Tamara Willis and their team of experienced property managers serving their loyal client base. Peter’s real estate compliance knowledge is also called upon by Ray White and industry colleagues..
Awards & Accolades
Peter Best:
-
2001 - Ray White CEO Cup NZ
Office:
-
2021 - Winner - Ray White Property Management Small Office of the Year
-
2021 - Winner - REINZ Awards for Excellence Residential- Property Management Medium Office of the Year
-
2021 - Winner - Orakei Local Board Business Awards:- "Business & Professional Services"
-
2022 - Winner - REINZ Awards for Excellence - Residential Property Management Medium Office of the Year (2nd Year)
-
2022 - Winner - Tenancy Services Master Class Awards - Franchise Medium Office of the Year
-
2022 - Finalist - Ray White Customer Experience Award
-
2023 Finalist- Ray White Customer Experience Award
-
2023 Winner - Ray White Property Manager of the Year - Andrea Boussicot
-
2023 Finalist - REINZ Awards for Excellence - Residential Property Management Medium Office of the Year.
Contact us to see what rental figures you could achieve!
GET A FREE RENTAL APPRAISALTestimonials
Xiaochen Zhu
"Great service, fast fast fast. Thanks for your team's help.”
Sophy Valentine
All staff of this branch have been respectful, supportive, and polite. They respond quickly and professionally” -
Joaquim Groth
“Great agility and flexibility. Easy to communicate and responsive.”
Carolynn Santamaria
Andrea, Tamara and Best in the Bays provide a truly professional service.” - Carolynn Santamaria
Auckland
Carey Smith
“An outstanding milestone for Peter; he has been a tremendous influence over the last 25 years within the Ray White New Zealand Group. During this time he has been awarded my CEO Cup in the late 1990’s and served as one of our national zone chairperson for an extended period of time. Peter’s focus, loyalty, and leadership are second to none, which has lead to the success of his business being high performers and leaders in their own right. Congratulations to Peter on the last 25 years, a wonderful achievement – thank you.”
Awards
- 2001 - CEO Cup NZ