Testimonials

We had the good fortune of attending the Property School this year and it was worth every cent of our investment. All the sessions were jam packed with useful information and We thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our time here. Matt, Janet and John all have a different style of teaching yet I'm really impressed with the depth of knowledge each of them possesses. What you will learn here is a combination of theories and practical knowledge that you can take advantage of straightaway and apply in the real world. Give them a call today and book for the next session! - JL & XY - December 2017

Have been using GRA for about 10 years, they arent the cheapest out there, but you get what you pay for. I have had Excellent support and guideance from Salesh and the added value he brings to my finances has been worth it. I know other people who have used other accounants and been given poor advice one reason I havent changed from GRA Salesh is my go to guy - Lee J - November 2017

Thanks Seema once again excellent service from GRA! You're my favourite accountants :-) I recommend you guys whenever I have the opportunity. Well done of giving excellent service right throughout your organisation. - Leigh Fourie - December 2017

Hi Salesh, I just wanted to send you an email on behalf of GRA to say how fantastic we have found your company to date. As you know, Ben and I joined GRA a couple of months ago and have just found you so amazingly helpful in getting our new property set up correctly and sorted out. We have what I would consider a rather complicated structure as a result and it’s a fantastic feeling to know that we are getting everything done in the best way possible. We have just had approval to put a minor dwelling on the property which will make a massive difference in terms of cash flow and obviously value, something we would never have even thought of without GRA and which we are very excited about. During the buying process we attended a seminar with Matthew and from the outset thought he was fab. We therein signed up for property school and found this nothing short of fantastic. The content was relevant, up to date and comprehensive, but more importantly it was taught in a way that we could actually understand and really get value out of. I wanted to mention also, that everybody GRA have recommended to us has been just so efficient and absolute masters at what they do. A wonderful network of people that we feel very lucky to now be able to call on. From Kris Pederson and Bryan Rist who put our mortgage together to the insurance guys they then referred us to, I’m super impressed. Within GRA, Ellery has probably turned things around for us faster than I’ve ever known before, something which we appreciated so very much when it came to crunch time. She’s always a pleasure to deal with and again, we’re stoked. We’ve just settled on the property today and are about to go and get the keys. I’m pretty pumped and hence this email is probably rather excitable. So, a massive thank you to you Salesh, the partners for such a fabulous 6 weeks at property school and everyone at GRA for their help. May this be the start of our property empire. Thanks again, - A & B - July 2015

We moved our business accounting to GRA twelve months ago and have never looked back.  Matthew Gilligan and his team have consistently provided us with honest straight forward advice and have proved themselves to be honorable, trustworthy and efficient in all matters to date. The point of difference for us is that GRA do not charge their clients for every question asked (like most other accountants) which allows for better communication and understanding of how to run a successful company.  GRA have impeccable time management systems in place and their customer service is outstanding.  I recommend them to any other business that wants good solid advice with the aim of business success, asset protection and opportunities for sound investments. - A Ellis – EC Flooring Contractors Limited

Thank you so much for insisting that the property school will be good for me, even for a hopefully a first home buyer such as myself. Turns out you are absolutely right. The school is amazing. Abundant information, & very inspiring. The presenters are amazing. - Alex

Property School opend my mind to different ideas/strategies and I met experts on areas I didn't know about. I was able to develop a strategy and got clear ideas of what I was doing right and what I wasn’t. Led to me changing positively. Enjoyed the passion and experience of the presenters and thier willingness to share. - Al P - December 2017

Very informative and wonderful to receive this wealth of knowledge!! - A N

I would just like to reiterate how much I got out of property school 101, not just about property but planning and making informed decisions on money matters. I found you very inspiring and enjoyed the energy in which you presented with. I am definitely at a point now where I just want to start making things happen – the right way! Kindest Regards - André

For the first time in my life I actually love my accountants. - Anna-Marie

Thanks GRA for ALL your help today :) You have such a great way of making your clients feel comfortable with the whole process...even though it sounds so confusing at times to me :(  I would have to say that I definitely feel a WHOLE lot better now...and I have a better understanding of what is still needed to be done and what we will have to continue to do... THANK YOU :) THANK YOU :) THANK YOU :) THANK YOU - Annie Illingworth

Property School provided an excellent environment to learn from the experts. The senior partners and experts presented and shared current and relevant experiences which was invaluable. The one-on-one sessions offered with experts in each area meant I could discuss my situation with confidence referencing key learnings from the school. Thank-you for giving me practical knowledge that I am applying now - Anon

All the speakers are very professional for their topic. They are all very knowledgeable. - Anon - December 2017

The best things about attending Property School were learning how to do the numbers to get the most out of a property, when to ask for advice, and the different strategies you can look for when assessing a property. - Anon - June 2017

I now am a client of GRA and looking forward to being a life time client of GRA.  I sincerely thank you for taking me seriously and wanting me to be successful in my business and on my personal life journey.  You guys are awesome.  Thank you - Anonymous

We are looking forward to working with GRA and giving our financial affairs the due diligence they deserve. It was such a pleasure meeting with GRA on Tuesday. Thankyou for spending so much time with us. We appreciated and respected the advice that you gave to us and the integrity with which it was delivered. Many thanks and kind regards - AR - July 2017

Although I have not read the book cover to cover as of yet, Matt’s new book is absolute ‘top shelf’ material which without hesitation I would arguably put ahead of a few other well known authors that I have held in high regard for many years due to the fact of not finding anyone to surpass them – now I have. The book shows thorough research on a range of topics with clear concise kiwi examples. The books title does not do it justice – heres hoping a ‘property 201’ book is in the pipeline… - Bernard - October 2015

Hi Matt, I have just attended the property school and just want to say it was really a worthwhile experience doing it especially for me who is planning to start as an investor (or trader). Thanks again for sharing your invaluable knowledge. P.S. Have also told my friends/colleagues, who are also interested on property, to attend the next property seminar. Best regards, - Brian

Hi Salesh, Great presentation yesterday you should do it more often. Great day yesterday I feel like going out and buying 5 more houses - Brigid - November 2017

It is my pleasure to write a testimonial with regards to the nomination of the professional trustee team at Gilligan Rowe and Associates, as a finalist for New Zealand Corporate Trustee of the year. They have acted as a professional trustee for my trust for many year now. I have been thoroughly impressed by their level of knowledge, professionalism, honesty and integrity in all my dealings with them. In addition, through their regular client seminars that I have attended, I have been very impress by the thoughtful critiques of cases and changes in the direction of trust law, and their possible impact on me. I can recommend them without hesitation. Sincerely - BV