Testimonials

    In our 33 year career in Byron Bay the Ray White team has literally sold thousands of properties to thousands of happy clients.

    Here’s a small sample of what some of those happy clients have said,

    DAVID GORDON

    I have known David Gordon for over 20 years from when he acted for me in the purchase of my first home in Byron Bay. David continued to act as my agent when recently l secured the sale of that home. David listened to my needs as to what I wanted in a house/home and guided me to the property that I lived happily in for 20 years. That era of my life now ended I decided to sell and in a recessed market David supported my needs, advised me, respected my opinion and allowed me to negotiate with no pressure. Again there was a successful outcome for I believe the buyer and myself.  I can only highly recommend David and his team.  Paula Jones

    I have worked with David Gordon over several years concerning the slae of various properties with a value inexcess of $ 2m. During this time I have found David to be prompt, his advice always sensible, he kepy me well informed. Whilst I have had several opportunities to change to other agents over this time I had no interest to do so as i did not feel anyone else could serve me as well.  Richard Haddock

    Right from our very first phone call and first contact, you were very professional, courteous and knowledgeable of the market in Byron Bay. Your understanding on how to market the property and which clientele to pursue was first class.  David Wright

    My wife and I are delighted with the result you achieved for us and would highly recommend you to any prospective sellers. You delivered beyond our high expectations. Well done. Maurice Spatt

    Sold our 3 Properties !
    Many thanks for completing yet another sale for us in a tight maket.. You and your office obviously have very good coverage to enable you to have sold our three properties in the last year. Thank you once again for all your help.  John Bennett

    We recently engaged the services of David Gordon to sell our property. David clearly has a good knowledge of Byron Bay and considerable Real Estate experince.  Throughout the process David was utterly professional, helpful, courteous and friendly. Sue Wilkins & Kathy Klem

     

    STUART AITKEN

    I could not recommend Stuart Aitken highly enough for going beyond the job description.  Due to unforeseen circumstances, I had to relocate to the UK at very short notice and could not be around to be involved with the sale of my home.  Stuart’s reputation in Byron Bay as an agent who really takes up where others leave off was known to me through a friend and I had complete confidence in his ability to handle all aspects of the marketing and sale of my property in my absence.  Elizabeth Forsyth 

    …a belated note of thanks and appreciation for your efforts once again – in relation to Paterson Street, in particular.  I am certain you made the deal happen.  I have no doubt that if the owner of Kingsley Street had you as her agent, I would have been successful in buying that property as you would have made it happen. Veronica Vidal 

    I met Stuart Aitken in January 2007, at that stage my house sale was under contract with another real estate agent.  When the contract expired I signed an exclusive contract with Ray White Real Estate, more importantly, I signed the contract for Stuart to be my agent.  I was immediately impressed with his sales manner, proactive approach but most importantly, his listening skills.  My house had been on the market for two years and it took Stuart two months to sell my property, at a most agreeable price.  Joan Poole

    We have dealt with Stuart on and off for some years and have found him to be totally dedicated and accessible.  His refreshing approach to the job at hand was much appreciated.  We have always found Stuart to be the true professional and have no hesitation in recommending him to any potential client.  Joyce & Ray Clarke

    Carmel and myself would like to express the highest of respect and appreciation for Stuart Aitken in going to the greatest lengths to help sell our property in Byron Bay.  We found Stuart to be helpful, reliable, honest and persistent in his endeavours to ensure our house sold.  Glenn Howarth

    I wanted to thank you personally for the work you did in selling my late father’s property.  Dad’s place hit the market at a pretty bad time.  Not just for my brother and I, but for the selling market as well.  Both my brother Carson and I were grateful for your sales energy, of course, but also for your support for us at a difficult time.  Steven Creagh 

    I always knew that I wanted to buy my first property in Byron Bay.  After meeting with one of Ray White’s sales consultants, Stuart Aitken, I was confident that my dream was going to come true.  I found Stuart to be friendly, helpful and very focussed on exactly what I had in mind for a first house.  Therese Brown 

    Phil & I are delighted to provide this letter of recommendation to show potential clients following your role as real estate agent in the purchase of our Byron Bay property.  Your dealing with us extended over about six months.  You were always prompt in returning phone calls, helpful in answering our queries and courteous at all stages of our dealings.  Philip & Margaret McMurdo 

    I have known Stuart Aitken both personally and professionally for 5 years.  Over those years I have been in the unusual position of both buyer and seller of the same property.  Both my dealings were with Stuart, I have therefore seen the way Stuart deals with potential buyers and also sellers of their home.  On both occasions Stuart’s manner was open, honest and friendly.  He was truly thoughtful and respectful of both parties.  His wealth of experience allowed him to find the right person for the house, satisfying both parties needs.  On all occasions Stuart was contactable and pleasant, especially considering some of those times were out of hours.  In regards to our sale, Stuart kept us well informed; his consistency, regular phonecalls and interactions with us were very encouraging.  He assured us we would sell our house, not once did he create doubt in our price or chosen methods. Dr James Powers 

    Just a short note to express my appreciation of the great job you did regarding my purchase in Byron Bay.  You kept me informed every step of the way and did a great job on negotiating a price that was acceptable to me and the seller – well done.  I would have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone wishing to buy or sell property in Byron Bay that is hassle free.  Wladimir Budnik 

    We were very grateful for your expertise and personalised attention to our needs when we bought a house advertised by Ray White recently, while we were on holiday in Byron Bay.  You immediately grasped what we were looking for and directed us to a house which we think will prove to be a solid purchase.  Dr Susan Evans & John Docherty 

    I have every confidence in recommending Stuart Aitken to my friends and associates when it comes to servicing their real estate requirements in Byron Bay.  Alison Campbell

    This is a short note expressing our thanks for your services.  You did not laugh us out of town like others when our budget was mentioned, instead you found us some beautiful homes.  We wish you all the best.  Kelly & Mark Hildebrandt

     

    BRETT CONNABLE

    Brett Sold Our Property in a Short Period
    We have had the opportunity and the pleasure to have had Brett Connable sell our ‘Bangalow Views’ property. Brett sold our property in a very short period. We believe the reason Brett has such a successful selling power is due to the fact that he is honest and open and he believes in what he does. He put it out there for us and it happened. We could not be happier. Thanks Brett.  Lynn Scammell & Colin Wade

    We had decided to sell our home at 30 Buckleys LaneTyagarah. Gorgeous views but a very unfinished home with nearby local issues such as dirt roads and flooding of same presented big challenges in terms of selling our property.  Soon after listing our property For Sale with Brett, the global credit crunch hit and we could see the property market numbing. Despite this, Brett’s positive energy and most professional ways propped us up at times when we had considered pulling out of the market place. Brett believed he could deliver a sale and we witnessed how tirelessly he worked for us to achieve same. A BIG ‘thank you’ to you Brett. We look forward to having you look after our interests in the future and without hesitation, we will recommend you to others. Brett certainly is an asset to Ray White Byron Bay. Ed and Wendy Szlezak

    Motivation & Reliability Refreshing.  Brett Connable is a great person to work with! After meeting many different agents his friendly manner, motivation and reliability were refreshing. He found us the perfect house and guided and supported us through the process of buying it. What seemed impossible to us, was easy for Brett. How fantastic to have someone like him working in Byron now!  He is our friendly neighbourhood real estate agent.  Rachel van Raak and Sam Shine

    Brett Connable was the first agent I have dealt with who had just the right balance of professional enthusiasm and friendly informality. I never doubted his ability but also never felt pressured to make decisions. He was patient, during open houses and waiting for me to make decisions, but was always prompt in answering my queries. Brett would follow up our meetings but never pushed, allowing me the space to come to the right decision about the house I have now bought.  Louise Beaumont, Photographer

     

    LLOYD LAWTON

    Thank you for all your assistance in the recent purchase of my new home in Byron Bay, you have been my right hand. I have bought and sold 8 houses in Sydney. I am most impressed with your diligence and enthusiasm.  You have demonstrated an ability that has never been shown to me in all of my previous transactions. I have asked the question and you have responded with experience beyond your years.  I wish you well in the future.  A future I believe you will succeed in.  Dinah Gould 

    I have recently successfully sold my home through Ray White with Lloyd Lawton as my agent. We are ecstatic with the result achieving a record sale in our complex. A result that at times did appear to be unachievable. Lloyd was fantastic, providing sound advice through the whole process with energy and enthusiasm. Lloyd remained positive and worked consistently and tirelessly for our sale.  When we did find the buyer Lloyd’s negotiation skills and constant communication got the deal over the line. It was comforting knowing we could trust our largest asset to Lloyd and the team at Ray White. Thank you Lloyd for everything. Kurt & Donna   

    I have been very happy with the manner that Lloyd has conducted himself with the selling of my property. Thank you for your professional and friendly approach. I would not hesitate to recommend Lloyd to any of my friends in the future. Elizabeth Bennett 

    My sister Alison and I would like to thank you for the successful sale of the house at 61 Massinger Street, Byron Bay. Your advice on marketing was never overstated and your appreciation of what Byron Bay has to offer must be a great asset. If I had to do it again I would not hesitate to contact you. William McKenzie 

    Lloyd has been a brilliant sales advisor and person during the purchase of my new home in Byron Bay. He has a light hearted manner and also shows a great commitment to his work. Lloyd has a friendly demeanour and a professionalism to his work that made the stress and process of buying a home a whole lot easier. Thanks Lloyd for all your hard work.  Louise Barrow 

    I first met Lloyd at an “open house” he was conducting. After a few minutes talking to him I decided that he was the person to sell my house. My choice was right. Lloyd has a friendly, informal manner and is a good communicator who was able to show empathy and understanding during what can be a stressful time. He was also business-like and provided statistics and good, tested advice on how to go about selling. He made sure everything went smoothly and checked in with me regularly. My house sold in record time and at a price I was happy with.  Thanks Lloyd.
    Margaret Wills 

    Thank you so much to both yourself & the team at Ray White for finding the right buyer for our family home in these tough economic times.  We found that your professionalism, commitment & enthusiasm that was put into selling our house went far beyond our expectations, also the way you always kept us well informed as to what was happening at each stage was greatly appreciated.  We would have no hesitation at all of recommending you to anyone that we hear of who is looking for an agent to sell their house.  John & Michelle Milek

    I am writing to express my complete satisfaction with Ray White RE Agent, Lloyd Lawton.  I found Lloyd’s easy-going and grounded nature a refreshing change from the many agents I have had dealings with in the past.Lloyd delivered information to us promptly regarding the property we were buying when we wanted it immediately. Lloyd was open and willing to offer alternatives that were in our best interest, when we felt unsure.His professionalism was unmatched and we fully appreciated that he never once encroached nor pried into our personal financial situation. Lloyd always made us feel that our buying process was important and his top priority.  Lloyd is exceptionally good listener and an instantly likeable agent and person with whom we enjoyed a positive home buying experience. I have no hesitation in recommending Lloyd Lawton to anybody looking for an informative, relaxed and professional home buying experience. Victoria Marano

    Lloyd was fantastic from the start. He was supportive and informative and communicated with me every step of the way.  Not once did I feel like he was trying to coerce me in my decision making process. I have bought houses before and they have been quite stressful experiences! This wasn’t in the slightest! He made it easy, and dare I say…. Enjoyable! Thanks to Lloyd, and other professionals who he recommended along the way, I can soon move into my own home and pay less than I am currently paying in rent! It takes so much pressure off me financially. I want to say a HUGE thanks to Lloyd and his team at Ray White Byron Bay.  Kerry Sponder

    Lloyd Lawton and David Gordon recently negotiated the successful sale of our property.  The process was very easy and stress-free and we were kept informed of every development along the way. Our suggestions and queries were always given full attention and consideration.  The marketing campaign was well planned and effective using the resources of the Ray White network.  Our advertising dollar was maximised through regular spots in the local papers and exposure on all of the major websites.  The data provided from the website traffic was also very helpful. Ultimately, the final purchase price was fair and reasonable considering the tough real estate market and we are pleased with the outcome. We would highly recommend anyone looking to sell their property to engage the services of Lloyd and David.  Shane Wehner


    KAYE WILKIE

    As a builder I have bought and sold through Kaye Wilkie.  In all my dealings with Kaye I have found her to be reliable, honest and professional in every way.  She was in regular contact with me throughout the process and I was able to make an informed decision.  Kaye always deals with me on a personal level and as a result, the process of buying and selling our land and houses has always proceeded smoothly.  Mark

    Kaye was the agent who helped us buy our first home. She is like no other real estate agent I have met.  She was honest and respectful, she was not pushy or trying to make a sale. It was a tense sale as we were not the only interested party, negotiations went on and it wasn’t clear until the end who would get the house.  Lexie

    We had 2 weeks to find our house and you made it happen in just over a week!  I felt you really listened to what we wanted and never wasted our time, only showing us what you thought we were interested in and, as a result, found us the perfect home.  Thank you for making the experience so magical and memorable.  Loraine & Max

    Please find my expression of thanks for the way that you conducted the selling process of my house at Bangalow this year.  The result of your advertising campaign, the enthusiastic way in which you presented my property and the vigilance you kept up in the weekly reporting of the selling process was exceptional.  The result was that the property was sold at a higher than expected price at auction.  Thank you for your professional approach.  I will always seek you out for any future sale/acquisition in the Byron Shire.  Annette

    I found Kaye to be honest, reliable and extremely helpful.  As I do not live in Byron, I depended on her to negotiate and follow up on the negotiations.  She constantly kept in touch and always followed up on the things I asked of her.  I would not hesitate to recommend her and am in her debt for the way she helped me throughout the sale.  Gail Fitzgerald

    Thank you very much for the manner in which you conducted the sale of my home.  I appreciate the way in which you respected my wishes at every turn, maintained a realistic view of the situation, kept me informed and were always reasonable in your requirements of me.  Always professional, your approach was at the same time, also human.  You deserve your success.  Cecile Scholtz

    Our house had been on the market for quite a while with another agency.  The house needed better presentation and no one had bothered to tell us.  After we listed with you, you made sure the house was kept nicely and you also phoned, emailed and wrote reports every week to keep us informed of progress.  Your personal touch was very important to us and the eventual sale of the house.  Thank you for being a very attentive agent and ultimately for selling our property for the price we wanted.  Louise Goyette & Robert Hirst

    Thank you so much for the effort and care you took in helping me to find my new home. Nothing was too much trouble and I am so appreciative of the fact that you listened to what I wanted and didn’t waste my time showing me properties that were not appropriate.  I would have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone who is looking to buy in the area and I look forward to getting to know you as a fellow resident of Byron.  Joy Miller

    I recently purchased through Kaye Wilkie of Ray White Byron Bay. I found Kaye to be a very easy going person and as such was a little shocked she was a real estate agent. She was very nurturing in her dealings with me and as such I really felt a great connection with her and the property I eventually purchased.  Russell Burton                   

    KAYE WILKIE & MICHAEL GUDGEON

    We are delighted that our house has been sold so quickly and with such ease using Michael and Kaye from Ray White.  From our initial consultation to the contracts being signed everything has run so much smoother than we expected.  We found Michael and Kaye extremely friendly and approachable while remaining professional throughout, constantly keeping us in touch at each step of the process.

    We were soundly advised to sell the house by auction with a lead up of a number of open houses, however, they led such a good advertising campaign that an early open house was held drawing fantastic interest. Following this Kaye and Michael then negotiated with potential buyers till we closed on the best deal. Martin and I are absolutely delighted with the result, the service and the care which Michael and Kaye provided. We couldn’t wish for anything more.   Martin & Kate