About Us

We buy homes directly from owners across New Zealand, cutting out the middleman and the fees. No agents, no auctions, no complications—just straightforward conversations about your property.

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Offers

Why we started NZ Private Home Sales

We saw that the traditional sales process doesn’t work for everyone.

For some owners, the time, cost, and uncertainty of going to market doesn’t make sense. We created a more direct option, one that’s straightforward, private, and easier to navigate.

  • A more direct way to sell No agents, no marketing campaigns, no unnecessary steps.

  • Clear and simple process Straightforward communication and practical next steps.

  • Works for a range of situations From standard sales through to more complex properties.

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Meet the team

We handle every property transaction with the care it deserves.

Karl McBride
Founder / Director

Karl has built his career around property, starting out in construction and developing a strong understanding of how homes are built and what they are truly worth. Over time, this led him into buying and developing property, where he saw first-hand how complicated and costly the traditional selling process can be for homeowners. Through Private Home Sales, Karl focuses on creating a simpler and more direct way for people to sell. He works closely with homeowners to understand their situation and provide clear, fair offers without the pressure, fees or drawn out timelines that often come with listing through an agent. Karl is known for his straightforward approach and ability to make decisions quickly, giving homeowners certainty and control throughout the process.

Millie Horton
Operations Manager

Millie works alongside Karl in managing the day to day operations of Private Home Sales, ensuring each homeowner has a clear and smooth experience from first contact through to settlement. She is often the main point of communication, guiding people through the process, answering questions and keeping everything moving. Millie focuses on making things simple and easy to understand, particularly for those who may be unfamiliar with selling property outside of the traditional route. Millie brings a calm and organised approach, with a strong focus on communication and follow-through. She is driven by helping homeowners feel comfortable and confident in their decisions, knowing they have a clear path forward.

A straightforward approach to value

Selling directly removes a number of costs and steps that come with a traditional sale. It’s not the right approach for every situation, but for some properties it can be a simpler and more efficient option..

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No agent fees

There’s no commission structure. You’re dealing directly with us from the outset.

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No marketing spend

No listings, staging, or campaign costs to account for.

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Clear position upfront

We assess the property and provide a clear position early, so you can decide what works for you.

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A more direct outcome

Fewer moving parts, less uncertainty, and a process that’s easier to manage.

Recent outcomes

We’ve worked with property owners across a range of situations, from straightforward sales through to more complex sites.

Real results for local sellers
Sarah Mitchell
Auckland, New Zealand
We wanted a straightforward sale without the stress of open homes and agent fees. The process was clear, communication was easy and everything moved along faster than we expected.
Private Seller
Christchurch, NZ
Our situation needed a practical solution rather than a drawn out sales campaign. We appreciated how direct and professional the process was from start to finish.
Christchurch homeowner
Christchurch, NZ
We were not in a position to prepare the property for the open market, so being able to deal directly made a real difference. It saved time, stress and a lot of extra cost.
Laura Garcia
Napier, NZ
A practical option when we needed certainty and flexibility.
Commercial Seller
Kaiapoi, NZ
I was able to sell my property without the hassle of agents. The process was smooth, and I got a good price!
Sarah Wilson
Christchurch, NZ
Direct, professional and easy to deal with from start to finish.
Property Owner
Timaru, NZ
The process of selling my damaged property privately was straightforward. I appreciated the transparency and saved a lot of money.
Anonymous Seller
Christchurch, NZ
It felt private, efficient and far less stressful than we expected. Highly recommend!
Private Vendor
Timaru, NZ

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