Buxton Bentleigh

With over 16 years of dedication to Buxton, Simon Pintado has ascended from newcomer to rising star, an executive's assistant to a master of mentors and a highly acclaimed auctioneer. Simon is a highly driven, motivated and energetic individual who is eager to provide a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the sale of your home. His empathetic nature and emphasis on communication demonstrates his undoubtable commitment to customer service and client satisfaction. As one of Buxton's youngest directors, Simon takes great pride in what he does, holding himself to an incredibly high standard of professionalism, honesty and integrity. Simon knows that achieving targets starts with fostering a trusting team. With a track record of mentoring over a dozen members in administration and sales, his extensive industry expertise has shaped young colleagues into highly regarded agents. “Simon was an excellent real estate agent to work with. He was friendly, upfront, and genuine throughout the entire process. I appreciated his honesty, as he was realistic about the market and didn’t offer false promises or inflate the potential sale price. In the end, his estimate was spot on, and he did a fantastic job negotiating the final purchase price. I’m more than happy to recommend Simon to anyone looking to buy or sell their home.” Outside of work, Simon is a dedicated family man, cherishing every moment with his daughter Preslie & partner Bethany. An athletic aficionado, he maintains his fitness through various mind and body wellness activities. His love for travel fuels his curiosity, allowing him to discover new cultures and perspectives around the globe. Balancing his roles as a mentor, father, athlete, and traveller, Simon exemplifies a dynamic and well-rounded individual. His commitment to personal growth and zest for life fuel his success and inspire those around him.

Moving into the real estate industry from a successful career at Mercedes-Benz, Simon Wood found the transition remarkably easy. The leading salesperson at the Toorak and Camberwell dealerships, Simon earned his stripes as a consummate sales professional- consistently ranking within the top 10% in Australia in his last years in the car industry. Although, Simon's greater passion for property drew him into real estate, while his experience and skills quickly grew his success. Whatever the product he says, the sales approach is the same. Always focused on achieving above-expectation results for his clients, Simon believes his ability to "read" and develop rapport with people provides him with a genuine competitive edge. Simon's key focus is on helping potential buyers build an appreciation for the value of a property and through that appreciation, building on the sales price his vendors' can achieve. Simon believes the key to success in sales is through thorough follow-up with courteous and careful consideration when advising clients on buying and selling. Most crucial of all is winning the trust of potential buyers so that they can bid with confidence and provide the ultimate win/win of a gratified purchaser and satisfied vendor. Growing up in the Bentleigh, Simon's early years, schooling, social and sporting all centre on the area. Still a local boy at heart and purchasing a home in the area Simon continues to build on an already solid network. A member of Yarra Yarra Golf Club and Dendy Park Tennis Club, Simon's time for sport is often limited by weekends "at play" in the real estate market but he does remain focused on achieving his goals. Simon's genuine and down to earth approach, combined with a proven track record for achieving outstanding results, makes him one of Bentleigh's most desirable agents.

With a Bachelor of Business and an early career as a Business Analyst, Angelo Nikitas understands what it takes to succeed in business ...and in the real estate business in particular. Angelo's highest priority is to achieve a premium sale price for every property he markets. His superior knowledge of the local market (he has worked in the Bentleigh area since 2001) is a key benefit to his vendors, allowing him to choose the most appropriate strategy to achieve the highest price...and to combine it with absolute professionalism and the highest standards in his dealings with potential buyers not to mention his consummate skill around the negotiating table. Trust, honesty & integrity are important values for Angelo, a committed team player with a definite individual spark. His measured and highly professional methodology means Angelo's properties often exceed their Reserve, with many setting new records for their type in the area. He approaches every sale as an individual business opportunity with its own marketing plan tailored to the demographic and the marketplace...an approach that gives him consistently higher sales prices and consistently more satisfied clients. But you don't have to take Angelo's word for that, most of his clients come through personal recommendation or business referral, while an ever-expanding network of potential buyers is proof that buyers are equally keen to talk to Angelo. A keen traveller, with Europe and the Mediterranean amongst his favourite destinations, Angelo is a ready purveyor of the "good life"...whenever the "busy life" of the real estate market allows. At home, he enjoys good food and great restaurants, with a passion for running The Tan of the Botanical Gardens and helping to work off his indulgences. So call into Buxton Bentleigh or call direct Angelo today and discuss how his expert approach can add value to the sale of your next property.

"An innovator throughout his career, Claude refuses to be limited by traditional ways of thinking. It's an approach that has led him to education, innovation and an unparalleled career in the art of negotiation." When your agent tells you he's a trained hostage negotiator, you know he's serious about getting results. Determined never to be out-negotiated, Claude Mery has built a career on innovation, education and thinking outside the square. A highly successful protégée of the industry-standard Jenman Sales Training system, Claude's drive to succeed in every interaction has pushed him to investigate unique ways to hone his skills. Now he shares that knowledge with his peers as a highly-regarded sales coach. Identifying superior negotiation skills as the key ingredient for success at a young age, Claude set himself on a path to become the best negotiator posssible. But it wasn't just about acquiring skills and garnering the recognition of his peers. Claude is clear on his mission - attaining mastery of the negotiation table is all about achieving the absolute best result (and best price) for his clients. It's this trait that has seen Claude achieve recognition as the Buxton Salesperson of the Year three times in his 10 year career with the Group. Awarded on the basis of dollar value of properties sold, the awards are proof-positive that Claude has captured more money, for more clients, than just about any other Buxton agent. But that's not to say that it's only about the sale. Known for his warm and personable ways, Claude's clients are quick to recommend him - not just for the results he has achieved on their behalf, but also for the warmth and understanding he brings to every stage of the sales process. A natural networker, Claude puts his winning ways to good use with involvement in the global corporate organisation, BNI (Business Network International). Bringing together like-minded professionals, the network is an invaluable resource that introduces Claude, his vendors and their homes to potential buyers from outside the usual channels. For this innovative agent, it's just another way of looking at the world and the marketplace ....and of refusing to be held hostage to the out-moded ideas that limit so many traditional agents.

Nowhere is the impact of superior negotiation skills more evident than in the highly competitive arena of residential real estate. Here, the ability to negotiate effectively and apply the power of persuasion can have an exponential impact on the result. It is in this environment that Craig Williamson has honed his negotiation skills and developed the ability to consistently deliver exceptional results. Known for his enormous motivation to succeed and for his record achievements as an auctioneer, in recent years Craig's focus has turned to helping others follow the path to success. In demand as a negotiation coach for sales teams across a number of industries, Craig has self published a guide to negotiation - an easy-to-read book that outlines his innovative approach to maximising results. It is the definitive guide to negotiation for any industry. His book, Negotiating for What It's Worth is an insight into Craig's superior negotiation abilities - the tactics, strategies, and philosophy that have propelled him to the top of his field. A leading auctioneer, Craig also enjoys auctioning for charities and fundraising events for local community groups and sporting clubs. Married with children, Craig's favourite activities away from real estate include personal fitness, travelling, the beach and summer BBQ's with friends. Being a long-time resident of the Bentleigh region means Craig has an extensive network of local personal and business contacts, and a high-quality database of keen and active property buyers. So if you're looking to achieve the maximum possible sale price for your property, rely on your local expert, Craig Williamson and the area's largest and most experienced team of expert real estate negotiators at Buxton Bentleigh.