Working together as a powerful team, Tim and Michal understand both the emotional and functional process of selling one of your most valuable assets.Their genuine, sincere and honest approach makes them easy to relate to, and with a strong knowledge of modern marketing techniques combined with their keen negotiating skills, they utilise their extensive networks of national and international buyers to deliver their clients the best results.A leader in his field, Tim has been successfully marketing and brokering vineyard, winery and lifestyle properties in Marlborough since 2005. Prior experience includes viticultural and management roles in the wine industry and advertising agencies in Auckland. Highly experienced and backed by a degree in Agricultural Commerce, valuation and farm management, he is most qualified in his market sector.Beginning her real estate career in 2001, Michal came with experience in tourism marketing and luxury lodge management.  Growing up on a Marlborough farm and currently living on a 16acre lifestyle property, she has a broad and useful knowledge of waterfront and income generating lifestyle properties.   Knowledge and experience, negotiation skills and a broad base of local, national and international contacts make Tim and Michal valuable members of the New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty team.TestimonialsI couldn’t recommend Tim and Michal more highly. They were very considerate of the emotional aspects of selling our property which had been in the family for more than 180 years. They creatively matched buyers to various aspects of the property to achieve the best sale outcome. Extensive knowledge in a number of fields was required, from farming, home and gardens to viticulture, forestry and carbon credits. They worked well, communicating effectively with me and my trustees every step of the way and ultimately achieved a result everyone was happy with.Puddy Sheild (Vendor) Tim and Michal put a huge amount of effort in every step of the way, all hours of the day and we had full faith in them from the beginning. They recommended an auction and it produced a fantastic result with a sale price well above our expectation. Throughout the campaign we were provided with regular marketing reports and kept well informed of feedback from all interested parties. They took a lot of care with presentation of the property and were a very calming influence during what could have been a very stressful time!Ben and Sarah Greenslade (Vendor)
I listed my 10ha vineyard property with Tim and Michal and was totally happy and appreciative of the professionalism that they both showed in getting the job done.  It was a stressful time for me but they kept me informed as to what was going on throughout the process which was reassuring and I have no hesitation in recommending their services to anyone who is contemplating selling their property.Ken Prain (Vendor) Michal and Tim marketed our lifestyle property for sale in Marlborough.  Their efforts presenting our property for sale would be hard to equal.  They compiled a superb brochure which clearly portrayed all its merits while they thoroughly investigated possible concerns which they detailed. They displayed sincerity and integrity throughout.  Tim and Michal’s performance was highly professional, always helpful and delightful. Together they achieved a very satisfactory sale.Richard and Wendy Batchelor (Vendor) It was a pleasure meeting you both this past week.  My compliments. Your professionalism in representing your clients and your skills in presenting their property are admirable.  Your honest interest in a potential buyer as a person (and not simply a customer) is warmly felt and highly appreciated!Erika Williams (Purchaser) Michal & Tim, I really appreciate your help and efforts during this campaign. I have tried many other agents before and have tried selling property for a long time, this is the first offer I ever had in the last year or so. Your vendor reports are very detailed and kept me updated all the way through the campaign.  I wouldn’t be able to get this sale across the line without your professionalism. Thank you!Lily Wu (Vendor) I have recently purchased a property through Michal Wells & Tim Crawford and have been honoured to deal with them as they have been absolutely amazing and nothing but professional, throughout the whole process.  Michal & Tim are an asset to Sotheby’s, they have been such a pleasure to deal with, they were informative and communicated with me through the whole process.  I would not hesitate in using them for any real estate Sales or Purchasers I have in the future.Mandy Slater (Purchaser) I have worked with Tim on several occasions and have always found him to be very honest and knowledgeable about the vineyard properties he represents and the market in general. If you require the services of a real estate agent in Marlborough, I have no hesitation in recommending Tim and NZ Sotheby’s International Realty. Dominic Pecchenino