If you are choosing a real estate agent in Pōkeno, Ray White Tuakau offers award-winning sales experience, strong Franklin connections and practical knowledge of how homes are prepared and presented. Adrian Montagna and Christine Montagna bring recognised real estate careers, while Nick King, Ray Newson and Beryl Bell add renovation, building and design experience and longstanding local relationships.
In a town with established homes and newer development, your property needs a clear identity. A finished garden, a thoughtful layout, extra storage or improvements made over time can all give buyers a reason to look more closely. The team’s different backgrounds help bring those conversations to life.
Choose someone who can show you how your home stands apart from the alternatives buyers are viewing. You should feel confident in the appraisal, understand the marketing recommendation and be comfortable discussing your timing and expectations.
Our five salespeople each offer a different combination of experience and personal strengths. You can choose the person whose approach feels right for you.
Adrian Montagna was born and raised in Franklin and has worked in real estate since 2015. His Ray White awards include Elite Performer for 2024/2025 and Premier Performer for 2023/2024, giving sellers a recognised sales career to consider alongside his personal approach.
His earlier hospitality career developed the customer service, attention to detail and ability to build rapport that he brings to property. Add his rugby coaching, local involvement and hands-on energy, and Adrian offers a compelling combination for owners looking for a connected, approachable salesperson to lead their sale.
Christine Montagna has worked in real estate since 2006 and became the owner of Ray White Tuakau in 2022. Her career spans residential and rural property, backed by a farming background and a hands-on approach to getting the job done.
Christine’s recognition includes Ray White Chairman’s Elite in 2019/2020 and 2020/2021, Elite Performer in 2023/2024 and 2024/2025, and Premier Performer in 2025/2026. For a Pōkeno owner, she offers the perspective of an experienced salesperson who can look beyond a headline price and work through the property, preparation and plans behind the move.
Nick King has been involved in renovation and property trading since 2020, working on cosmetic upgrades and full project-managed refurbishments. His experience includes budgeting, compliance and coordinating work with builders and private investors.
That practical background is useful when deciding what to finish, repair or highlight before photography. Nick can discuss the work from the perspective of someone who has undertaken property projects himself. His business and hospitality background supports a service-first approach, with straight talking and careful attention to the details of a sale.
Ray Newson brings more than 28 years of sales and customer-service experience, primarily in building, design and architectural sectors, to his role as Sales Associate to Christine. A home’s layout, finishes and relationship with its outdoor spaces are familiar territory for that background.
For owners who have put thought into how their home works, Ray brings an appreciation of those choices and the importance of explaining them clearly. His longstanding community involvement in softball, rugby and surf lifesaving also reflects his commitment to the people of the wider Franklin area.
Beryl Bell brings a lifetime in the wider area and experience across sales and rentals. Franklin is home to her family, including her daughters and grandchildren, and her local relationships extend well beyond property transactions.
Beryl is an advocate for her clients, taking time to understand their circumstances and what they want their move to achieve. She draws on local contacts and resources and values clear communication throughout. If you appreciate a salesperson who is easy to talk to and takes a personal interest in your plans, Beryl has a great deal to offer.
You can choose your salesperson while drawing on a locally owned business with a broad range of experience. The office’s recognition includes Ray White Premier Business Leader for 2024/2025. The team combines that professional pride with personal connections to Franklin and a genuine interest in the move you are making.
Read buyer and seller reviews to hear about clients’ experiences, and explore the full Tuakau sales-team guide to get to know the people further.
Pōkeno has grown considerably, with established homes and newer development forming part of the town. For a newer property, buyers may want to understand the completed landscaping, storage, outdoor living, warranties and the work already done. For an established home, character, usable space and improvements may be central to its appeal. Those details help buyers picture themselves in your home and give the campaign a story of its own.
Ask for comparable evidence that reflects your home’s age, condition, site and position. Sections, house-and-land packages and finished homes are different propositions. An appraisal should explain which comparisons are useful and how the proposed marketing will distinguish your property.
Talk through the jobs worth doing before photography and the questions buyers are likely to ask. Discuss viewing access, your preferred timing and how feedback will be shared. Read the proposed campaign and agency agreement so the service and costs are clear before you commit.
For wider local context, Waikato District Council’s Pōkeno information links to town plans and projects. Check which projects are proposed and which are confirmed when considering what they could mean for your home.
Choose the person you would like to speak with:
Request a property appraisal. You are welcome to choose the person you would like to work with, or call 09 236 8447 for an introduction.
Tell us about your property, the work you have put into it and what you would like your next move to bring. Our selling guide can help you prepare for the conversation, while the sales snapshot explores selected homes and lifestyle properties sold by the office.