About Us

In Chris & Lucy you have a dynamic combination in so many respects that ensures your marketing is balanced and well received by the market. As vendors you are very important in this equation however if your agents can build instant trust and rapport with buyers then your position is enhanced no end. Chris & Lucy pride themselves on this. With almost 30 years combined real estate experience, added to previous sales, chartered accounting and finance experience, you are in great hands and the their advice and professionalism assures you a risk-free and pleasant experience. As many of their testimonials prove, entrusting Chris & Lucy with your next marketing campaign assures you First Class Service!

Chris Reade

Chris is a member of the very successful Harcourts Mairangi Bay sales team. Prior to embarking on his real estate career in 1999, Chris worked in the investment banking arms of Schroders and Natwest in London and was at PwC in Toronto prior to that. He is a qualified Chartered Accountant, previously at PwC in Auckland before transferring overseas. He grew up on the Shore, attended Rosmini College in Takapuna and has a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from The University of Auckland. While working overseas he traveled extensively throughout Canada, USA, Europe and Asia and travel now with his family remains a main interest. Having lived on the North Shore for over 40 years and currently residing in Murrays Bay, his knowledge and sales history of the area is extensive. Chris was a branch manager from 2005 to 2009 then returned fully to the sales role where his true passion lies. He is a Licensed Agent and qualified Branch Manager under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008, able to supervise and train salespeople. Consistently a top performer, Chris has received awards for being in the top 10% of salespeople. He takes great pleasure in achieving the utmost positive results for clients and with the majority of his business being referral and repeat business, the proof is definitely in the pudding! His partnership with Lucy Gu, one of the top Chinese agents in the Harcourts North Shore group, ensures an efficient and effective interface with the active Chinese market. Chris and Lucy combine professionalism and commitment in providing a total service package provided by few within the industry – first class service!

Lucy Gu

Lucy moved from China to Christchurch in 2001. She graduated from the University of Canterbury with a Bachelor of Commerce degree majoring in Marketing in 2006 before moving to Auckland. With years of sales and management experience Lucy has found an outlet for her true passion in Real Estate. Selling and maximising the value of a property is only achieved when in the hands of the right person: a person with a history of sales success and a deep understanding of the selling process. Lucy is that salesperson. She listens to her client’s needs, is absolutely committed to her clients and is highly motivated to achieve the best possible result for them. She says, “In addition to achieving a great sales result, delighting clients comes from being professional, friendly and approachable. My clients love that I am always there to answer questions and address needs. When I am with my clients, they have my undivided attention”. Lucy lives with her family in Murrays Bay and has a strong network of Chinese buyers wanting to establish themselves on the North Shore. She is bilingual (English and Mandarin) and can provide access to a wide range of buyers for her clients. She adds “Maximising the sale price comes from finding the right people who appreciate your property the most”. You can rely on Lucy to find the right buyer for you! Having teamed up with Chris Reade in 2016, they offer a two-for-the-price-of-one package in a brilliantly balanced and experienced collaboration. Together they have got all your marketing bases covered!