CELEBRATING PARTNERSHIP EXCELLENCE AT THE 2024/25 WAKEFIELDS AWARDS

At Wakefields Real Estate, our success is built not only on the dedication of our incredible team but also on the trusted partnerships that help us deliver exceptional service to every client.

This year's Awards Ceremony recognised the remarkable achievements of our top agents and branches, and equally, the invaluable contribution of our partners: Buyers Trust, ooba homeloans, and Standard Bank.

These organisations are integral to the seamless, secure, and supportive experience we offer our buyers and sellers. We are proud to celebrate their impact and the standout Wakefields teams who work alongside them.

Buyers Trust: Securing Your Deposit with Confidence

Buyers Trust provides a safe, transparent way for purchasers to hold deposits in individual bank accounts, significantly reducing the risks associated with large transfers and phishing scams. Their escrow solution offers peace of mind during every transaction.

This year, Buyers Trust recognised the following Wakefields top supporters who consistently advocated for secure, client-first service:

• Top Branch for Buyers Trust Support (Units & Value Combined), shared by:
  Wakefields Berea (Manager: Jivanee Naidoo) & Wakefields Pinetown (Manager: Harnam Shunkumar)
• Top Agent for Buyers Trust Support (Units & Value Combined), shared by:
  Nicki White (Wakefields Pinetown) & Vincent Pillay (Wakefields North Coast)

ooba homeloans: Making Home Financing Easy

As South Africa's leading bond originator, ooba homeloans simplifies the home loan process by offering multiple quotes through one application, often negotiating better terms, rates, and even no-deposit options.

At this year's awards, ooba honoured the Wakefields agents and branches who excelled in collaborating with them to secure the best outcomes for our clients:

Top Agent - ooba Supporter Award:

• Winner: Vincent Pillay (Wakefields North Coast)
• Runner-Up: Noh Maphalala (Wakefields Yellowwood Park)

Top Branch - ooba Supporter Award:

• Winner: Wakefields Phoenix (Manager: Sandra Naidoo)
• Runner-Up: Wakefields Chatsworth (Manager: Sagree Chengan)

Standard Bank: A Partner in Real Estate Excellence

A long-standing and reliable supporter of Wakefields, Standard Bank continues to deliver trusted bond services and financial support that align with our values of integrity and service.

This year, Standard Bank acknowledged Top Supporter: Vincent Pillay (Wakefields North Coast).

Bank Deals Agent of the Year: Vincent Pillay (Wakefields North Coast)

In addition to his accolades above, Vincent was named Bank Deals Agent of the Year, a testament to his expertise in guiding clients through challenging financial situations.

As part of the Wakefields Reset Real Estate Programme, Vincent has helped clients avoid repossession and auction through tailored support and expert guidance. As Nicole Brown highlighted, "The programme bridges a crucial gap, delivering world-class real estate service to clients enrolled in bank-supported solutions." Vincent's award is a reflection of his compassion, professionalism, and commitment to doing what's right,  no matter the complexity of the deal.

A Toast to Trusted Collaboration

We are incredibly proud of the strong, enduring partnerships we share with Buyers Trust, ooba homeloans, and Standard Bank. Together, we continue to empower our agents, protect our clients, and raise the standard of service in the property industry.

Congratulations once again to all our award recipients. Your unwavering dedication, consistent performance, and collaborative spirit are what make Wakefields Real Estate the leader it is today.

Here's to another year of partnership, innovation, and shared success.