Real estate is personal, and choosing the right agent matters. Anyone can list a property. Not everyone brings strategy, energy, and the kind of support that actually changes outcomes.
I built my business on being bold, different, and genuinely invested in the people I work with.
Before real estate, I spent years as a chef in one of Christchurch’s award-winning restaurants, where pressure, precision, and delivering exceptional service were non-negotiable. I then spent 8 years in IT across engineering, technical administration, and sales, giving me a unique blend of problem-solving, negotiation, marketing understanding, and people skills.
Today, I bring that same mix into real estate.
Whether I’m helping a first-home buyer navigate the unknown, building a custom strategy to maximise a sale price, or rolling up my sleeves to help prepare a property for market, I’m all in.

Te Tahi Youth is a Christchurch-based organisation that supports young people to build stronger futures through integrated youth development services. They provide practical support across areas such as health and wellbeing, education, employment, housing, and social connection, with a focus on empowering rangatahi to overcome barriers and thrive. Their approach is relationship-based and community-focused, helping young people access the tools, guidance, and advocacy they need to create stability and independence. Te Tahi Youth works alongside youth, whānau, and local partners to create meaningful, long-term positive outcomes for young New Zealanders.
.
Harcourts Holmwood Real Estate - Merivale 175 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch 8014, New Zealand
Copyright © 2025 Max John | Licensed Sales Consultant REAA 2008 - All Rights Reserved.
Harcourts Holmwood | Licensed under REAA 2008
We use cookies to analyse website traffic and optimise your website experience.