Anne-Marie Ibbett Real Estate

28/07/2026

❄️ Why Winter Real Estate Can Work in Your Favour

🏡 For Sellers:
Winter buyers are usually serious and motivated. They’re braving the colder months because they need to move, not just browse. With fewer homes on the market, your property can stand out and attract stronger attention.

🔑 For Buyers:
Less competition means fewer bidding wars and more room to negotiate. Winter also gives a chance to see how a property performs in the cold, from heating to insulation, so you know exactly what you’re buying into.

Winter may be chilly, but the market can be full of opportunity. Ready to take the next step? Reach out today!

28/07/2026

Five months ago, I joined Barfoot & Thompson. Three months ago, I began the Pinnacle Programme, and today I’m proud to say I’ve graduated.

What an incredible journey it has been. The learning has been invaluable, and I leave with an even bigger toolbox of skills, knowledge, and confidence to better serve my clients.

A huge thank you to the amazing trainers, mentors, and everyone who has supported and encouraged me along the way. I’m grateful for the opportunity to learn from some of the best in the industry.

Learning never stops, and I’m excited to keep growing, putting these new skills into practice, and continuing to deliver the very best for my clients.

Here’s to the next chapter! 💙🏡

23/07/2026

How do you know when it’s time to move on from your current home? 🏡

You might be outgrowing your place if you’re noticing things like:
📈 Running out of space or storage
🚪 Needing extra bedrooms or more versatile living areas
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A shift in family size or lifestyle
💼 Working from home and needing a proper office setup
🔧 Ongoing maintenance or dated features holding you back

Spotting these signs early can help you plan your next move with clarity and confidence.
If your home no longer suits the way you live, it could be time to look at what’s next. Let’s have a chat.

14/07/2026

Pulled over to answer some emails as I was early for a viewing and found myself entirely lost in the fog at Atiu Creek Regional Park. 🌫️✨
Sometimes a busy day on the road gives you the perfect, quiet reminder to just stop and breathe. Auckland, you look incredibly mysterious today.

12/06/2026

Escape the noise.
Imagine waking up to nothing but birds, clean air, and 94 acres of your own land. Whether you want to run cattle, plant an orchard, go completely off-grid, or just give your kids room to ride dirt bikes and horses or just run wild!
This is where it happens.

Opportunities to secure this much space don't come around often.

Ready to build your legacy?

Bonus Opportunity: There is a unique chance to purchase the neighbouring property, which features a spacious 4 bedroom home. You can live in complete comfort while you design and build your dream home next door, or utilize it as a rental investment down the line.

Call me for more details.
Anne-Marie Ibbett
021 238 2892
www.barfoot.co.nz/857604 1089 Run Road, Wellsford
www.barfoot.co.nz/906624 1093 Run Road, Wellsford

11/06/2026

Weekend open homes feeling like a second job? Let’s change that! 🛑🏡

The market moves fast, but the best opportunities move even faster and often behind the scenes.

When you work with me, you don't just get one agent. You get the power of the entire Barfoot & Thompson network. Because we are one big team with a non-franchised, family-owned structure, I can help you buy anywhere, tapping into exclusive off-market listings and early previews across the region.

If I know exactly what you’re looking for, I can get you through the door before the rest of the crowd even knows it’s for sale.

It doesn't matter where you're looking. Let's beat the rush and team up!

Drop me a message today! 📞👇

Anne-Marie Ibbett
📱 021 238 2892
📧 [email protected]
📍 Barfoot & Thompson Warkworth

13/05/2026

🌸Pink Ribbon Fundraiser 🌸
Hosted by Barfoot & Thompson Warkworth

Come meet us from 9:30am-11:30am at our office at 7 Queen Street, Warkworth.

Don’t forget to donate below

I'm fundraising for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, to help fund breast cancer education, research and patient support. Please donate to help the 3,700 Kiwis diagnosed with breast cancer each year in NZ.

11/05/2026

🏡 1093 Run Road, Tapora

Whether you’re looking for a property to add your own touch to or somewhere comfortable to move straight into, this one offers plenty of potential and lifestyle appeal.

Come and check it out for yourself. Give me a call to arrange a viewing! 📞 0212382892

01/05/2026

5 “Plants” in Your Garden That Are Actually Weeds!
You might be surprised at some of them!