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Meet Trina & the team

It takes a great team to deliver great results.

Behind every smooth sale is a small but mighty team supporting Trina—ensuring details are handled, communication stays clear, and clients feel confident from start to finish. Together, they bring experience, efficiency, and a shared commitment to service that makes every transaction feel simple and seamless.

Trina Nichols - Licensed Salesperson and Gavin Nichols - Licensed Salesperson, team leaders to help sell or buy your home in Marlborough

Talk to Trina — a real person in real estate.

With over 25 years of experience in banking, business ownership, and property development, Trina brings a level head and a kind heart to every deal. Clients appreciate her straight talk, genuine care, and calm approach in what can be a stressful process.

Since 2017, she’s been helping Marlborough locals buy and sell with confidence — building trust through open communication and delivering results without the hard sell. When you work with Trina, you’re working with someone who listens, follows through, and genuinely cares about your outcome.

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Looking to sell

More than a listing — it’s a plan.

Selling your home shouldn’t feel like guesswork. Trina takes the time to understand your goals, create a clear strategy, and keep you informed at every step.

Her approach combines honest advice, strong local insight, and the backing of the Ray White network to achieve the best possible result for you — without the stress.

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or to buy

Buying shouldn't be stressful.

Whether it’s your first home, an investment, or your forever place, Trina helps buyers navigate the process with calm, clarity, and care.

She’s here to answer questions, explain the fine print, and make sure you’re confident in your decisions — from first viewing to final handshake.

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Local knowledge & real experience

Life experience and local knowledge really count. Trina has both in abundance.

Having lived and worked across Marlborough (and beyond), Trina understands what makes each part of the region unique — from vineyards and lifestyle blocks to family homes in town. She and her husband Gavin have developed property, run businesses, and raised a family here. That first-hand experience helps her connect people and property in a way that’s grounded, practical, and real.

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Frequently asked questions

Selling a property comes with many questions. Here are answers to some of the most common queries about our approach, processes, and how we work with our clients.

  • We combine strategic negotiation, tailored marketing, efficient systems, and clear communication. Our focus is on achieving the best possible outcome and price for our clients while maintaining transparency, honesty, and integrity throughout the process.

  • We use a strategic, win-win approach to negotiation, aiming to maximise outcomes for our clients while managing buyer interest professionally and fairly.

  • Each marketing strategy is tailored to the property’s unique selling points. Our approach combines innovative thinking, strong visuals, and engaging storytelling to attract and connect with potential buyers.

  • We use experience, local market knowledge, and current market insights to guide pricing discussions and support informed decision-making.

  • Our systems are designed to improve efficiency, accuracy, and transparency. They help reduce risk, support smooth transactions, and ensure prompt, well-managed service.

  • Yes! Team Trina is made up of four dedicated professionals, supported by the wider Ray White office network. This provides access to extensive resources, market insights, and shared expertise.

  • We prioritise open and honest communication to build trust, manage expectations, and ensure clients feel informed and supported throughout the campaign.

  • Presentation creates a strong first impression. Being prepared for photography, open homes, and private viewings allows your property to be presented in its best light to potential buyers.

  • We provide clear guidance on preparing both the interior and exterior of your home, including cleaning, decluttering, and setting up spaces to photograph and show well.

  • That’s not a burden you should wear, We work with you to determine the most suitable method of sale, based on your goals, the property, and current market conditions.

Testimonials

  • We cannot speak more highly of their professionalism, excellent rapport and communication, and commitment to selling our home for what we believed it was worth.

    Gill & Geoff Odell

  • Buying a home can be overwhelming, but Trina and Carolyn's expertise in the real estate business made the journey easy. Their ability to analyze market condition and provide excellent advice guided us through our first home purchase ensuring we had all the necessay knowledge. We are so grateful for their expertise.

    Jeffery & Lanie Adalla

  • Amazing Agent!! Trina was exceptionally helpful in selling my first property! She supported me through the process 100%. Her knowledge and expertise is amazing and I'm so glad I went with Trina to sell my home.

    Sarah Ramsay

  • Carolyn from Trina's team was such a gem to work with. From the start of house-hunting, we knew that working with Trina and Carolyn would be a breezem, and it was. We're so glad we worked with them.

    Lorna & Peter

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