Helen Yi

Helen Yi

Associate Salesperson
Howick Branch
Mobile  021 068 3597
I've bought three apartments in the Auckland CBD through Helen Yi. If you want professionalism without the snobbery, goo...
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Helen Yi

Associate Salesperson
Howick Branch
Mobile  021 068 3597

About Helen Yi

Buying or selling a home is a momentous decision for everyone and can be an emotional experience. As an experienced salesperson, I understand the importance of this decision and am committed to helping my clients navigate the process with meticulous attention to detail. My goal is to help my clients achieve the best possible result, and I take a pride in delivering outstanding service that exceeds their expectations.

I'm very proud to be a part of Barfoot & Thompson, a family-owned and operated company with a talented team of more than 1,800 salespeople. My husband Steve Weng and I work together in the East Auckland area, bringing our combined expertise and dedication to every client we serve.

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Economics and have lived in East Auckland with my family for the past 20 years. This area is known for its stunning beaches, parks, excellent schools and convenient facilities, and I'm passionate about helping my clients discover all that it has to offer.

There’s no better way to gain a deeper understanding of people and their ways of life than being involved in the community. Currently, I am a volunteer in the ESOL classroom at Howick Intermediate School, where I help students who are non-native speakers of English to improve their language skills. Additionally, I contribute to various activities within the Chinese community. As an active member of the Toastmaster Botany Club, I have honed my public speaking and leadership skills. I am also an animal lover, especially when it comes to dogs and cats. My seven-year-old Labrador is a beloved member of my family.

As a fluent speaker of both Mandarin and Cantonese, I'm uniquely positioned to help my clients understand the pros and cons of different properties and make informed decisions that align with their goals. Whether you're buying or selling a home, I'm here to provide expert guidance and support every step of the way.

Thank you for considering me for your real estate needs. Please don't hesitate to contact me. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Helen's properties

For sale (1)
Sold recently (52)
Sold and/or marketed in the last 5 years

What my clients say

I've bought three apartments in the Auckland CBD through Helen Yi. If you want professionalism without the snobbery, good communication and a responsible salesperson who leaves no stones unturned, you can’t go wrong with Helen.

Val

When the time came to sell our home, there was no-one else we were going to contact other than Steve and Helen. They clearly explained the entire auction sales process and provided detailed documentation and information on marketing, timeframes and associated costs. Throughout the process from entering into an agency agreement, the marketing and the auction itself, Steve and Helen were always went to great pains to accommodate our needs and be really flexible and attentive. This made the stressful process so much easier and led to an excellent final sale result.

We would recommend Steve and Helen unreservedly to any prospective vendor or buyer if you are looking for a truly professional, trustworthy and helpful team.

Patrick & Ingrid Baker

We had the pleasure of working with Steve and Helen to sell our apartment, which came with some challenges due to pending repairs. From the very beginning, they demonstrated exceptional professionalism and expertise. They thoroughly researched our property and provided us with valuable advice and guidance, along with insights into the current market conditions.

Communication was excellent throughout the entire process. They kept us well-informed, provided timely updates, and engaged proactively with potential buyers, ensuring that every opportunity was maximised. Despite our property's relatively lower value, they treated it with the utmost dedication, working tirelessly from listing to pre-auction offers, through the auction and into negotiations. Their efforts exceeded our expectations.

Steve and Helen were incredibly professional in handling all the paperwork and provided honest feedback while also doing their best to facilitate a successful sale. They are friendly, approachable and truly responsible salespeople who genuinely care about their clients. We had complete trust in them and never felt pressured at any point.

We highly recommend Steve and Helen to both buyers and sellers – they are outstanding real estate salespeople who go above and beyond!

Logan & Cymie

I recently decided to sell my house and I was very lucky to have met Steve, prior to listing my home.  On approaching Steve and his lovely wife Helen, they are an awesome team working so hard, to organise and answer my questions.  They were diligent in relaying feedback from open homes and gave loads of assurance in a very friendly way.  I recommend Steve & Helen to be your real estate salespeople.  You will have their total commitment. 

Joan Walker

We cannot thank Helen Yi and Steve Weng enough for their outstanding service and dedication. While we were overseas during the marketing stage, they took care of everything - from staging and photography to coordinating viewings and negotiations. Their professionalism, attention to detail and market expertise made the entire process seamless and stress-free. Thanks to their hard work, our property was beautifully presented and sold at a great price. We highly recommend Helen Yi and Steve Weng to anyone looking for a trustworthy and efficient real estate team!

Jimmy Lee

I emgaged Steve and Helen to sell my house and was very happy with the result. Everything they recommended worked and the selling price at auction was excellent, far above what I expected.

Peter Enderby

Barry and Sherryn would like to highly recommend Steve Weng and his wife Helen Yi, partners in real estate representing Barfoot & Thompson. The selling process was made a pleasure by their first-class communication, feedback and constant attention to every detail. Sold sign went up three weeks after listing the property. Well done. Would highly recommend and will certainly use you for any further dealings. Cheers and good luck for the future.

Barry & Sherryn McCormick

Steve and Helen go the extra mile!  We were very impressed with the quality of the communication and the quality of their expertise in the industry. We highly recommend Steve and Helen to anyone looking for high quality real estate salespeople and just really nice people!

Jason & Nicola Kingston

We are thrilled to share our experience working with Steve and Helen as our listing salespeople. From the very beginning, they demonstrated exceptional professionalism and expertise in the real estate market. Helen's keen observational skills and attention to detail were invaluable; she noticed aspects of our home that truly enhanced its appeal.

Their hard work and dedication were evident throughout the entire selling process. They guided us every step of the way, providing insightful advice that helped us achieve a fantastic sale price. Steve’s market knowledge combined with Helen’s strategic marketing approach made all the difference.

We felt supported and informed, and their commitment to our success was clear. It was a pleasure to work with such a dynamic team, and we couldn’t be happier with the outcome. We wholeheartedly recommend Steve and Helen to anyone looking to sell their house!

Vivian & Ray

It is not easy to find the right salesperson these days, but we will highly recommend Steve and Helen! They are both very professional, patient and excellent communicators. They have a great knowledge of the local buying and selling market. The feedback they gave us was very informative, honest and helpful when making decisions. Selling our memorable first house was a stressful decision, but Steve and Helen made the whole process worry-free and helped us achieve the ideal result.

Nicole & Michael

Steve first made contact with us seven years ago, introducing himself and promising that he would keep up regular contact. Always friendly and knowledgeable about the area, he was our first thought when it came to finding a real estate salesperson to market our home. From the beginning, it was obvious that Steve and Helen knew their business well. Their guiding hand gave us the advice and support we needed to get the house prepared for the market and throughout the whole process they were informative and a huge support to us. We can’t thank them enough. Barfoot & Thompson must be proud to have a couple like Steve and Helen on their team. We would not hesitate to recommend them to market your property.

David & Helen Olsen

This was our first experience selling a house. With the help of Steve and Helen, we were fortunate to successfully sell it at a price that met our expectations in just over a month, even in today's sluggish market. 

Steve was very professional, providing us with a lot of selling experience and expertly managing the pace of negotiations with the buyers. Helen was very meticulous, giving us plenty of advice during the staging process, and her excellent language skills (fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese) greatly optimised communication with different buyer groups.

Even in the current market conditions, they never pushed us to make any decisions we were uncomfortable with, fully respecting our wishes and feelings, and did their utmost to meet our expectations. We are very grateful for their professional, attentive and detailed service.

Harry & Dora Bei

Recently, I needed to sell my house, not knowing anything about selling real estate. Not an easy choice for an 83 year old, but I chose Steve because he was a genuine person and not just there for the money. He often called in just to talk and ask how my family were.

Well, I struck the jackpot! Thank the Lord. His wife Helen then entered my life and took over all the paper trail that goes with selling property. Not only did she lift the responsibility from me and keep me informed of what was happening 24/7, she speaks fantastic perfect English, and is just a genuine, lovable person to deal with.

Would I recommend them? Yes, sir. Without thinking about it. At auction, 12 houses were up for sale. My house went beyond my reserve price ($1.6m) and went up to $1,730,000. I was ecstatic. Deeds not words speak volumes for these two outstanding sales reps who work for Barfoot & Thompson.

Ian Trethowen

I recently sold my property with the help of Steve and Helen. I've lived in that area for many years and during that time I've seen many properties getting sold by them. Their expertise and knowledge of the area provided a good insight into the market conditions.

Selling a house is a very stressful process but with the help provided by Steve and Helen, the process was much easier and less stressful.

Wish them the best.

Muhammad

We had the pleasure of having Steve and Helen work with us during the sale of our home, and we couldn't be more satisfied with the experience. Both displayed an exceptional level of professionalism, knowledge and always available to answer any questions. We appreciated their insightful advice and guidance through every step of the way.

They also went above and beyond to ensure our home was marketed effectively including repositioning the furniture layout for space creation. What truly sets Steve and Helen apart is their genuine care for their clientele... like listening to our concerns, respecting my needs and working tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome.

We highly recommend Steve and Helen to anyone looking to sell a home. Again, thank you for making this such a positive and memorable experience.

Kian & Sharon

I am writing to extend my deepest gratitude for the outstanding service you provided throughout the sale of our property.

From the very first day we met, you're quick, efficient and professional approach put us at ease. As first-time vendors, we had many concerns, but your expert guidance and unwavering patience reassured us at every step. Your ability to explain complex details clearly and your readiness to address our questions and concerns made the entire process much more manageable.

Also, you ensured that everything was in order and kept us informed throughout, which greatly contributed to the smooth and successful transaction. We truly appreciate your hard work and commitment to ensuring the best possible outcome for us.

Thank you once again for making this experience so positive and seamless. We couldn't have asked for better partners in this journey. We would highly recommend your services to anyone looking for selling their house.

Vivian & Marshall

We could not have asked for better agents than Steve Weng and Helen Yi. They introduced themselves to us a good couple of years ago. They have often just popped by to enquire how we and our pets are doing. When we were looking for an agent to market our home, we had no hesitation in asking Steve and Helen. They have never pushed us into making any decisions we were not prepared to make. They are very professional and kept us informed every step of the way. They are highly recommended.

John Murray & Sherene Murray

I just wanted to say a huge thanks to Steve and Helen for all the kindness and patience you have shown to my parents over the years. The house selling for what it did, in today’s market is a wonderful result for all of you. I am just as happy for the two of you as I am for them.

Shona Manak

Looking back to when we decided to sell our house, I admit I was a bit nervous since we had never met Helen and didnt know each other. It was based on just two phone calls that we decided to exclusively entrust Helen with the sale of our property. However, it turned out that my worries were unnecessary.

She has been incredibly dedicated and professional throughout the process, providing us with detailed market updates every week. Her professional advice, especially after the auction fell through, was spot-on and led to the successful sale at a fair price. I want to express my sincere gratitude for Helen’s hard work and professionalism! If there''s an opportunity to collaborate in the future, Im confident Helen will be our first choice. Once again, thanks for the effort and dedication.

Allen Leng

Working with Steve and Helen was an absolute pleasure. Their professionalism, expertise and genuine dedication to selling our home made the entire selling process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to buy or sell a house. We have worked with several real estate agents in the past, but none compare to the level of service provided by Steve and Helen. Their professionalism, responsiveness and dedication exceeded our expectations. I wouldn't hesitate to enlist their services again in the future. Thank you so much for all your hard work.

Vanessa Graham & Darren Morgan

We entrusted both Steve and Helen to market and sell our property three months ago and we are very happy with the final outcome. Both have provided helpful information on presentation and assisted us greatly in organising repairs in getting our house ready for sale. We appreciate the constant communication on updates and they were always available to answer all our questions. We would highly recommend both Steve and Helen with their vast knowledge of the market and invaluable insights. Thank you again Steve and Helen!

Lynda & Terrence

If you are about to sell your home, I highly recommend you engage Steve and Helen to manage the sale. They patiently explained the process from start to finish in the most professional manner, every detail was planned and executed with great skill, from the listing, marketing, open homes, reporting to me and the actual auction and subsequent successful sale.

They simply made the whole process a seamless event with their calm and professional manner. Thank you so much, it was an absolute pleasure to work with you both.

Pete Gray

It was with gratitude that we engaged Barfoot & Thompson agents, Steve and Helen to help with the current sale of our house. We really appreciated their professionalism, advice and patience in getting and concluding the sale for us. Given the tough environment, they really showed their expertise and knowledge.

We have known Steve and Helen for a long while now and readily vouch for their diligence, honesty and hardworking altitude without which, results could never be achieved. We highly recommend anyone to engage them for any deals with or sale of their property. You won’t regret it as your property will be in good hands.

Once again, a BIG thank you for all your time and effort. Well done!

Eric & Adeline

Steve and Helen are the best sales agents in Dannemora and East Tamaki Heights - you can trust their professionalism. With a thorough understanding of the current market, continuous updates and a robust marketing strategy, they deliver the best results.

Simon Jun & Kate Lee

What a Team they were!!

Steve and Helen were truly exceptional. We have known them for awhile. They explained the whole process professionally and made us comfortable and understand everything from beginning to end. Theauction was seamless and the full process was perfect. We would definitely recommend them to any potential sellers or buyers. Thank you to both Steve and Helen. You were fantastic!

Bill Pretorius

We wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for the incredible job you did in helping us sell our property at a great price in the recent auction. Your professionalism, knowledge and attention to detail were exceptional, and we are so grateful for all the hard work you put into making this a success.

From the very first day we got in touch, you kept us well-informed about the property market trends and updates. Your insights and understanding of the market were invaluable in guiding us through the selling process. You were always available to answer our questions and provide us with the information we needed to make informed decisions.

Your expertise in assessing buyers' interest and recommending the best-selling strategy, whether it be an auction or negotiation, was truly impressive. We appreciated the time you took to explain the pros and cons of each approach and how they could impact the final outcome. This level of guidance and transparency gave us confidence throughout the process.

Additionally, your assistance with staging our property was really appreciated. Your keen eye for detail and understanding of buyer preferences helped us showcase the property's best features, ultimately attracting a wider pool of potential buyers.

What sets you apart is your commitment to a smooth and stress-free journey. Despite the complexities that can arise during a property sale, you remained calm, organised and composed. You navigated us through the process with ease, ensuring that all necessary documentation and paperwork were handled efficiently and accurately.

In the end, the result was fantastic and we attribute this success to your expertise, guidance and hard work. It was truly a pleasure working with you both and we would not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone looking to sell their property.

Once again, thank you for your outstanding service and for making this experience so positive for us.

Neha & Sandeep Kumar

Steve Weng and Helen Yi were my Barfoot & Thompson real estate salespeople for the successful sale of my property on Redcastle Drive, East Tamaki. The sales process could not have gone more smoothly, nor could my sales people have been any more professional or helpful.

The sales process began with Steve and Helen explaining the steps to preparing the house for sale, photographing and marketing the house, organising open homes and organising visiting sales people. Steve and Helen recommended I put the house for sale by auction; I am so pleased I followed their recommendation.

A calendar of events was organised, leading up to auction day. Listings were made in all key online real estate sites. The entire process was highly professional, highly friendly, and as I say, highly successful.

I can thoroughly recommend Steve Weng and Helen Yi to be your salespeople if you want the highest chance of a successful sale.

Ken Hyde (PhD)

We would highly recommend Steve and Helen as the salespeople you should choose to handle the sale of your home.

When the decision to list was made, they both swung into action,. A marketing plan and Auction date was agreed upon. Advice was given on how best to present the house. Helen even took away one of our net curtains to repair the stitching that had come adrift at the seam. How is that for going the extra mile.

Over the weeks from listing to auction, we were kept fully informed of progress and the feedback from the “Open Homes”. Their actions only reinforced that we had chosen the best salespeople. They proved the be committed, reliable, honest, knowledgeable and professional in all their dealings with us.

In a depressed market they achieved a premium price for us, better than we all thought we would achieve.

Thank you Steve and Helen for a job well done.

Neville & Claire Bennett

Steve & Helen were a great help when it came to selling my apartment that had been tenanted for nearly twenty years. They offered sound advice on preparing the property for the market and were able to utilise their expertise to get some maintenance issues fixed up very quickly. Nothing was too much trouble. I was very happy with the whole process from my first meeting with them, to the marketing and the eventual sale. They kept me well informed at every step of the process. I would be happy to recommend them to others.

Cheryl Hardie

We were so pleased that we chose Steve and Helen as salespeople to sell my Mother’s property.

Even though the property was out of their local area, they were very knowledgeable and informative. They were very supportive and calm during this stressful time, and made an effort to understand our needs, as well as provide honest feedback. Their hard work and effort certainly contributed to our successful outcome in a challenging market.

We recommend Steve and Helen as salespeople to any prospective sellers.

Susan & Chris Nisbet

It has been an absolute pleasure to deal with Helen & Steve. They were very helpful, friendly and professional at all times, keeping us up to date every step of the way. We were very satisfied with the end result and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a salesperson.

Raewyn & Keith

Steve Weng and Helen Yi were our salespeople from Barfoot & Thompson who sold our home.

During this process we found both Steve and Helen very professional and caring to our needs to sell our home. Even with some of our demands, they worked hard to ensure we received the best possible price for the sale of our home. We were always confident that they would get the deal done. We had regular meetings and updates on the process of the sale.

We highly recommend both Steve and Helen to be your salesperson if you are thinking of selling your home.

Karl & Kitty Sorensen

If you are looking for real estate salespeople, who have a deep passion to sell your home, with the best outcome, look no further than Steve Weng and Helen Yi, based at the Barfoot & Thompson office in Howick. From the first time we met them, they were professional, offered great advice on how to present our home and the best selling strategy to get top dollar. We would definitely use them again due to their excellent friendly approach and highly recommend them to other potential sellers.

You are in safe hands.

Graham & Christine

After deciding to sell my home of 24 years, the first person I thought of to do the job was Steve Weng, a friendly knowledgeable man who had knocked on my door over the years to keep me in touch with the local market etc.

From the time Steve did my property appraisal until my house was sold at auction, he and Helen did an amazing job. With Steve's marketing plan and keeping me regularly updated with honest feedback from prospective buyers and Helen's help with anything at all (especially de-cluttering), they both worked really hard to get the outcome we all wanted.

I have no hesitation recommending Steve and Helen to anyone wanting to sell their home as I know they will receive the same total commitment as I did.

Linda Mirabelli

We were delighted to have chosen Steve Weng and Helen Yi as salespeople to sell our property. Throughout the whole process they were diligent and most efficient, always keeping us informed of any developments or changes as they occurred. They provided a broad spectrum of platforms to display the property to attract the largest possible audience and the promotion was first class.

Along with their professionalism, Steve and Helen reduced stress through their patience, positivity and ready sense of humour. Due in large measure to their efforts, we had a most successful outcome.

We recommend Steve and Helen, as agents, without reservation.

Des & Eleanor Dunlop

We are so pleased that we chose Steve and Helen to market our much loved family home of 20 years. They are an outstanding team, at all times professional, reliable and available to answer our questions. They communicated with us every step of the way so we always knew what was happening next. They have a wealth of knowledge about the area and the market, and always gave us frank and honest feedback. They worked incredibly hard throughout the whole process and made what can be a stressful time much smoother and easier for us. We highly recommend Steve and Helen to all prospective vendors looking for the best marketing and sales team for their property.

Karen & Mark Johnson

It was our pleasure! to deal with Steve and Helen. They were very helpful and a great team to work with. Awesome communication from them at all times. We are very happy with the outcome and the process they managed. We would highly recommend them to vendors or purchasers. They were very transparent and gave us honest feedback throughout the sale.

Their bubbly personalities made the sales process an enjoyable experience.

Annette & Kelvin

We are over the moon with the auction result, a record high in the area. It’s unbelievable! I cannot thank Steve and Helen enough for taking care of our marketing and sales process throughout a most stressful time. They genuinely made an effort to understand our needs, were very flexible to accommodate our busy schedule, and they even went out of their way to help us with tasks while we were at the hospital. We feel so grateful and thankful for that. Both Steve and Helen are very professional in their work and were very attentive, I was always able to reach out to them at anytime. It was so easy to work along with them, they regularly kept us updated and the whole process was a breeze. Once again, many thanks to Steve and Helen for the outstanding result, it was above and beyond our expectation. I would highly recommend Steve and Helen to anyone.

Jess & Do Nguyen
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