Helena Howard

I began my career in real estate in 2021, after moving to beautiful Mossel Bay. Although I’m relatively new to the property industry, my background in Quantity Surveying and Retail Management has given me a strong foundation in client service, property values, and business management.

I specialise in properties across Mossel Bay and surrounding areas, and I truly love what I do — meeting new clients, helping them find the right property, and assisting sellers in achieving the best possible price for their homes. I also enjoy conducting property valuations, where I use my qualifications and experience as a Quantity Surveyor to provide clients with accurate, professional advice.

My journey into property was a natural progression. I studied Quantity Surveying at the University of the Free State and worked in that field for 10 years before spending two decades in the retail industry. When we decided to relocate to Mossel Bay, it made perfect sense to return to what I know and love — property.

I sold my first property for R3,000,000 within just three months of starting as an intern, and that experience confirmed my passion for the industry.

In the Mossel Bay area, I’ve noticed several key trends:

Many older residents are moving into retirement homes or closer to family, often

resulting in urgent sales due to financial or emotional circumstances.

The new wave of buyers tends to be under 50 years old, with many families

relocating for lifestyle reasons.

A growing number of people are working remotely, and many children are home-

schooled.

I’ve also seen families move here while the husband works overseas, attracted by

the area’s safety and quality of life.