About Us

At My New Start, we know selling an As Is Where Is home is not just a property decision, it is often an emotional one too. That is why we focus on making the process simple, honest, and personal from the very beginning. We specialise in buying earthquake-damaged and badly run-down homes in Christchurch and Canterbury, and we work directly with homeowners to provide a clear path forward without hidden costs or agent fees.

What sets us apart is the way we work with people. You deal directly with Kane Lawson and Ronan Murphy throughout the process, so communication stays clear, questions get answered properly, and nothing gets lost between multiple parties. Our approach is built on fairness, personalised service, and a transparent, simple process, because we believe homeowners deserve to feel informed and supported at every step.

We have helped over 450 homeowners move on from difficult property situations, and that experience has helped us build a strong local reputation for being reliable, respectful, and true to our word. Across the testimonials on our site, homeowners repeatedly describe the process as stress-free, fair, easy to deal with, and more trustworthy than other options they considered.

For us, it is about more than buying houses. It is about helping people move forward with confidence and giving them the fresh start they have been looking for.

Kane Lawson

Kane is a Christchurch local through and through — born and raised in Avondale, Burwood and Shirley, attending Shirley Boys High School.

He brings a deep understanding of the As Is Where Is market, having purchased, repaired and enhanced over 450 earthquake-damaged homes — a proven track record that means you’re in safe, experienced hands.

Kane also has more than 15 years of experience as a business owner, including owning and operating Australasia’s largest Mag Wheel and Tyre retail store. Day to day, he leads the strategic direction of the business, heading up property acquisitions, overseeing the financials, and driving the residential repair and renovation work the team is known for.

Contact Kane

Phone: 021 396 302

Email: [email protected]

Ronan Murphy

Ronan works directly with Christchurch homeowners, guiding them through every step of the As Is Where Is selling process.

Originally from Hawke’s Bay, he has called Christchurch home for five years. With a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Canterbury and a background in the automotive industry, Ronan developed strong communication skills and a deep understanding of how important trust is when guiding people through big decisions.

He was drawn to My New Start by its honest, people-first approach — and that’s exactly what he brings to every homeowner he works with.

Contact Ronan

Phone: 027 341 6659

Email: [email protected]

Selling an As Is Where Is home can be a challenging process, but My New Start offers a streamlined solution. Downloading this informative PDF is the first step for homeowners looking to sell their As Is Where Is property.

Our guide clearly explains what these homes are and provides a comprehensive overview of the transparent process Kane and his team use to assess them.

This allows sellers to avoid lengthy repairs, renovations, and unpredictable real estate market fluctuations. Kane and his team provide expert evaluation of the property’s current condition and make fair, transparent offers based on this assessment.