A moment with Michelle Fu

This story was prepared by Harcourts Gold and is being published by the New Zealand Herald as advertorial.

She's a Christchurch real estate agent with heart and hustle.

In the fast-paced world of real estate, Michelle Fu stands out as a consultant who brings more than just market knowledge to the table. As a business owner in the award-winning Christchurch Harcourts gold company – a business that counts amongst its many accolades the REINZ No 1 office of the year in NZ across all brands and the No 1 office internationally for Harcourts out of 900 – Michelle combines professional excellence with a deeply personal approach to people and business.

What sets Michelle apart in such a competitive industry is her unique perspective as a working mother, family life and her clients’ needs. Michelle combines this experience with a family property investment background and the significant skills required of a professional analyst from her career in Stats NZ and Meridian Energy prior to joining Harcourts. This firsthand understanding of the challenges many homebuyers and sellers face allows Michelle to connect with clients on a deeper more authentic level – with Michelle you’re working alongside an agent with heart, hustle and a flair for numbers.

All of this considered, what truly distinguishes Michelle is her ability to bridge two worlds, blending Chinese and Kiwi approaches while creating a distinctive style of service. This cultural fluency enables her to understand and cater to diverse client needs, whether they're long-time Christchurch residents or recent newcomers to the country.

Michelle comes highly recommended by her clients, recently winning RateMyAgent’s “Agent of the Year” award for Christchurch suburb Burnside.

Tracy Dai says: “I’ve been a client of Michelle’s since 2021 and she has consistently exceeded my expectations – not only highly skilled but also a genuinely caring individual who prioritises client needs.”

Mr and Mrs Mulder, say: “From the very beginning, Michelle impressed us with her extensive knowledge of the local housing market. She provided invaluable insights that helped us set a competitive strategy to attract serious buyers quickly. Whether it was advising us on staging our home to highlight its best features or negotiating with potential buyers, Michelle’s dedication was evident in every step of the process.”

Another long-term client Phil, says: “We always feel that Michelle is genuinely supportive and personable, which makes the stressful process more enjoyable. Michelle’s dedication, expertise, and exceptional service set her apart in the real estate industry.”

For Michelle, real estate isn't just about properties – it's about people. She recognises that buying or selling a home is often intertwined with significant life events and transitions. As such, she approaches each client interaction with empathy, patience, and a willingness to go the extra mile.

Lynette McFadden, business owner at Harcourts gold also stated: “Michelle’s industrious nature, ethics and utmost care has shone through in everything she has ever done. It made sense to offer her an opportunity to join our company and I feel thrilled to work with her.”

Whether you're a first-time home buyer, a growing family looking to upsize, or an empty-nester considering downsizing, Michelle brings a refreshing blend of professional expertise and personal insight to your real estate journey.

For more information or to get in touch with Michelle, you can visit her Harcourts Gold profile.