Proven Results for Vendors.


When you're ready to sell your property, choose the company that sells more real estate in the Top of the South Island than any other agency. For over three decades, Summit has been the market leader with more satisfied clients than any other agency in the region.



Why Choose Summit?

Largest Local Team

Summit has the largest team of qualified, experienced real estate specialists, working as one cohesive team. Our agents can access listings across all our offices including Nelson, Motueka, Richmond, Stoke, Blenheim, and Picton.

Proven Real Estate Leadership

For thirty plus years, we’ve been the Top of the South’s leading real estate team, helping thousands of locals buy and sell across Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough. Put our scale, local insight, and targeted marketing to work for your next move.

Complete Property Services

Specialists in residential, rural, lifestyle, commercial, subdivisions, sections, forestry, Marlborough Sounds, and auction campaigns. Summit also offers residential property management and a team of financial advisers to support your property journey.

Expert Market Knowledge

With the region’s largest team, we understand buyer demand and send instant alerts to qualified buyers turning interest into offers faster.

Maximum Marketing Exposure

Summit Weekly, premium online marketing, and the NZ Realtors Network give your property nationwide exposure - reaching up to 25% of buyers.

Locally Owned & Trusted

Locally owned and guided by family values, we give back to the community that has supported our success.

We love selling the Top of the South

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Building Resilience Through Expertise

Summit Conference 2025

Against the stunning backdrop of Picton, our annual Summit conference delivered far more than just corporate training. With 80+ attendees—including Summit real estate licensees, Summit property management team, and our management team—gathered together for professional development, it was our chance to collectively sharpen the skills that make the difference when markets shift, when that "sure thing" needs more time, or when we need to pivot our approach entirely.

This year's summit focused on the theme "How to Sell More to Residential Investors," featuring three exceptional speakers who brought both expertise and inspiration to our annual training intensive:

David Palfreyman - Auckland
Real estate coach and trainer who transforms agents from zero to hero with content-rich interactive sessions.

Dr. Alia Bojilova - Auckland
Performance psychologist and former NZ Army officer delivering masterclasses in resilience and high-pressure negotiation.

Ed McKnight - Auckland
Property economist and co-host of The Property Academy Podcast, turning complex market data into practical investment advice.

Beyond the exceptional learning and professional development, our annual summit created unforgettable moments of team bonding and memorable entertainment. As the military saying reminds us: "You don't rise to the occasion—you sink to the level of your training." Our Summit conference ensured that level reached new heights for everyone involved.

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How To Maintain Your Heat Pump

Heat pumps are an excellent energy-efficient solution for heating and cooling New Zealand homes, but proper maintenance is crucial for optimal performance and longevity. Whether you're a tenant or landlord, understanding heat pump care responsibilities can save money, prevent costly repairs, and ensure comfortable living conditions year-round.
Why Heat Pump Maintenance Matters

Regular heat pump maintenance can reduce energy costs by up to 15%, extend equipment lifespan, and prevent common issues like mould and dampness. For property managers, well-maintained heat pumps also mean fewer emergency repair calls and happier tenants.

Make sure it's clean

Cleaning the filter in your heat pump is super important to help your machine run more efficiently. You should ideally clean your heat pump filters once a month, or more frequently if they're particularly dirty.

How to clean your heat pump filters

Remove the internal filters on your heat pump and vacuum them, then place them back. Ensure the external unit is always free from any leaves as they can cause the unit to stop working efficiently.

Know your temperatures

Set your heat pump temperature to 18 degrees or above to help fight damp and mould, but below 21 degrees to save on power. The higher the temperature, the more energy the heat pump will use.

Don't run your heat pump constantly

A lot of people believe that keeping a heat pump running 24/7 is an efficient, cost-effective way to heat their home. But in fact, that idea is actually a myth and you will use more energy. It's much better to just run your heat pump when you're at home. Doing that will also save you money on your electricity bill.

Got a timer? Use it

There's nothing like getting home, or waking up to a nice, warm home in winter. If your heat pump has a timer, you can set it to turn on just before you get home or before you wake up in the morning. Doing this also means you'll be less tempted to crank the heat pump at a high temperature when you get home or wake up to a cold house.

Know who's in charge of what

When it comes to the heat pump, landlords are responsible for maintaining it, tenants, you're responsible for keeping it clean. If there are any problems with the heat pump make sure you tell your landlord as soon as possible before organising any maintenance.



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Mortgage Money Financial Advisers

Mortgage Brokers and Life Insurance Advisers – Expert Financial Advice and Support for: First Home, Next Home Buyers, Property Investors and Self- Employed Purchasers

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Residential Property Management

At Summit Property Management it's all about getting the best results, adding value to your investment and maximising your returns.

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New Zealand Realtors Network

Summit's NZ Realtors Network membership ensures your property reaches qualified buyers nationwide while maintaining our deep local market knowledge and community connections that deliver superior results. Local expertise. National reach. Proven results.

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Find a Salesperson

Across the Top of the South and every corner of our region, our salespeople are renowned for providing exceptional service because our clients deserve nothing less.

Find a Property Manager

Managing thousands of rental properties throughout the top of the South, the region's trusted name in property management saves you time and money, so you can make the most of yours.

Find A Branch

With a team of over 100 strong in 6 locations throughout the Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough a friendly Summit branch is likely not too far from where you are.