Elite Award Winner - Rural/Lifestyle Salesperson of the Year 2015 – 2026 (12 Years Running) Top Salesperson, Pukekohe Branch, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 #1 Sales Partnership 2026 | #1 Sales Partnership South Auckland Region 2025, 2026 #1 Individual Salesperson 2022, 2023 | #2 Individual Salesperson 2024 #1 Individual Salesperson, South Auckland Region 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 #1 Sales Team, South Auckland Region 2017, 2018, 2019 Raised in the heart of Franklin, Scott McElhinney has an authentic connection to the area and a genuine passion for its people and property. Scott began his real estate career in Australia before returning home, and over the past 18 years, he has built a reputation as a leading authority in lifestyle and rural luxury high-end properties. Recognised as a master negotiator, Scott has cultivated an extensive network of clients and buyers in the luxury lifestyle market, consistently delivering exceptional results. Combined with his experience and in-depth understanding of Franklin’s growth and ever-changing property market, this expertise has seen him recognised as a multi award winner including the number one Rural and Lifestyle Salesperson at Barfoot & Thompson for an extraordinary 12 consecutive years. With more than $1.25+ billion in sales, Scott’s results speak for themselves. His success is built not only on performance, but on strong and lasting relationships. Working alongside his Luxury Lifestyle Team, including Ruby McPherson, Desley Staveley, Jenni Cowell, and Gemma Shorter, Scott provides informed advice, consistent communication, and personalised service at every stage of the process. Scott and his team tailor every campaign to a property’s unique character, connecting it with the right audience. Using smart marketing, the latest technology, and expert negotiation, they deliver strong results with genuine client care.