Welcome to Propertyscouts Christchurch Metro, where our dedicated team of professionals is passionate about hassle-free property management. With extensive local knowledge and expertise, we handle everything from marketing your property to addressing tenant concerns. You can rely on us to handle everything while you focus on your other priorities. Let's work together to achieve your property goals.
Mark Smith
Born and raised in Christchurch and a graduate in sociology and psychology from the University of Canterbury, Mark has dedicated over 20 years to sales, customer service, and management, with a strong record of success in operating multi-million-dollar retail franchises. His extensive experience working with diverse clients, suppliers, and team members has solidified his belief in the importance of clear communication, integrity, and respect, underpinned by a diligent work ethic and drive for excellence.
Mark brings this wealth of expertise—alongside a keen eye for detail and a solution-oriented mindset—to managing the essential day-to-day tasks required for the effective and seamless operation of rental property investments. With the backing of a robust national franchise network and progressing toward his Level 4 Certificate in Property Management, he combines his skills and the latest industry best practices to deliver exceptional outcomes for both landlords and tenants.
As a business member of Christchurch’s charitable organization Upstream, Mark is committed to supporting his community, contributing a portion of revenue to enhance the well-being of local children and young people, and helping foster a brighter future for the region.
Nikita Baird
Nikita has a background in Marketing, supporting business owner Mark behind the scenes with Marketing and Administration.
Roberta Zhao
Having a Bachelor of Business degree from UNITEC, Roberta has been now living in New Zealand for more than 18 years. With a passion for property, Roberta has been working in the real estate industry since 2000.
The experience she acquired through her various positions enabled her to adapt herself quickly to work in property management company which involves interactions with administration, property management, and people.
She has been serving the company in support of property managers and always committing to deliver a top-quality service to their owners, tenants, and trade people.
Ryan Weir
Ryan Weir is the Franchisor & Managing Director of Propertyscouts NZ. As a landlord himself, he understands the issues and what's most important to many property owners. As Franchisor, Ryan assists franchises by providing support and guidance around day-to-day queries and the running of their business.
Ryan first brought investment property at the age of 19, in his hometown of Dunedin. Ryan spent 10 years in the financial industry, covering many relationship management roles. In 2013, Ryan founded an Auckland property management company and successfully sold the business in 2020.
Ryan loves travelling and has an eye for improving property to enhance returns.