There has been increasing interest in the property industry in recent years, with just over 10% of everyday Australians owning a 2nd home as an investment property. There is a lot more to the property industry than this though, and many more ways for people to begin building their property portfolios. Whether you’re a first home buyer, developer or seasoned professional, Australia’s vast property industry has something to cater to each individual’s wants and needs.
Every successful property investor knows that buying an investment property or development takes time and resources to find the right deal to fit their investing strategy. The following 15 Australian Property Experts have each made an outstanding contribution to the Australian property industry, collectively shaping all disciplines within the property sector from buyer and vendor advocates, commercial and residential developers, to design, finance and property marketing.
If you’re interested in learning more about various property markets, or finding the right professional to work with, then look no further. Below we outline the 15 Australian Property Experts to watch out for in 2021.
iBuy Property Buyers Agency
iBuy Property Buyers Agency gives people access to a successful investor with nearly 30 years worth of experience in the real estate industry. Walter Nanni is a Buyers Agent who guides clients of this boutique-style agency through the entire buying process to make sure they purchase the right property at the right price. Having built a large portfolio of 12 properties from scratch valued at over $12 million, he has also been featured in property investment publications as well as many speaking engagements teaching investors how to invest in property. Walter is widely known for his knowledge, expertise, relationships, and capability to be a trusted advisor.
At iBuy Property Buyers Agency you get full access to Walter, the company’s Director, who provides a personalized service that guarantees a successful and fulfilling experience. He has been involved in transactions between $500k and $25 million. Walter has worked in the Sydney Real Estate industry for a very long time. For most of his career, he was a business owner with his own office, which he founded when he was only 23 years old and he was also appointed CEO of one of the major real estate franchise groups in Australia which he grew from 5 to over 40 offices. Throughout his career, Walter has worked alongside and coached many of the top-performing agents in Australia. He is an expert in the real estate sales process which allows him to structure successful transactions through iBuy Property Buyers Agency.
Bluestone Property Corporation
Founded by James Anderson, a knowledgeable, passionate young property expert, Bluestone Property Corporation is a one stop shop for clients who want to purchase their first home or investment property and don’t know where to start. Bluestone has valuable knowledge and connections with many Australian developers and builders, so they are able to assist clients through the process of purchasing House and Land Packages or brand new Apartments or Townhouses.
James has found success in Melbourne’s growth corridor house and land market, where he has managed high performing sales teams and provided proven results for their clients. Today, he has his own corporation, where he created a helpful process for clients that covers all the bases through the respective industry professionals. Bluestone Property Corporation provides investment services and they work closely with clients to help them build their property portfolio through the generation and utilisation of equity in their properties. James has built a reputation of integrity and Bluestone is known for its tenacious customer service, which is why so many people trust this corporation. The approach provided by Bluestone is focused on client relations and service, always going above and beyond for their clients by offering personalised services. They are always available when clients need and they fight for their clients’ best investment interests.
Lpc Cresa
Lpc Cresa is a leading property and leasing advisory firm in Australia and New Zealand representing tenants only and is a part of Cresa, the largest occupier-only real estate advisory firm globally. By exclusively representing tenants, Lpc Cresa’s approach to achieving the best outcomes for their clients is never influenced by the interests of landlords or developers. Kyle Swain is the Director of Lpc Cresa’s Retail division across ANZ and has been the Leasing Advisor to the National Retail Association (NRA), since 2016. He’s passionate about helping retailers improve their bottom line through strategically aligned property outcomes.
During the initial six-months of the pandemic in 2020, Kyle presented over 20 webinars with the NRA to assist thousands of retailers, of all sizes, throughout Australia. He is regularly asked to provide expert input to reviews of retail legislation and industry codes of conduct. Lpc Cresa has built a reputation for optimising commercial and retail lease portfolios, reducing occupancy costs and ensuring leasing arrangements are tenant friendly by applying creative problem solving to arrive at the best solutions to meet the specific needs of each client. Kyle’s rare skill-set positions him as a leader in tenant-side retail leasing, tenant representation, and retail advisory. Whatever this year brings for the retail sector, Kyle and the Lpc Cresa team are well positioned to assist and support retailers with their leasing requirements.
Simon Read
Meet Simon Read, an award-winning entrepreneur and one of Australia’s leading buyer’s agents, a successful property investor with years of experience and quite the impressive skillset. Founder of Worth Property Investing and The Property Wealth Accelerator, Simon is well-known and trusted by both entrepreneurs and aspiring property owners around the country. Through a passion for helping people get ahead financially so they can scale back their day job and have more time for the things and the people they love, Simon created Worth Property Investing in 2016 as a complete ‘done for you’ property buying service.
Simon and his team are experts at providing end-to-end solutions for their clients, freeing them to focus on their day-to-day lives. Worth Property Investing also helps people secure a house for their families and realise the Australian dream of owning their own home. Facilitating hundreds of purchases on behalf of investors, Simon fills a much-needed gap in the market. If you’re looking for a licenced agent that is genuinely invested in helping you create a property portfolio that leads to financial freedom, then look no further than Simon Read.
Ellerson Property
Experts at creating and marketing residential high-rise and mixed-used master-planned precincts, Ellerson Property is one of the main property development agencies in Australia. Their services are primarily focused in Western Sydney and it was founded by Fayad Fayad and Remon Fayad, third-generation developers, in 2020. Ellerson Property stands out from the competition because it is a progressive and forward-thinking property development company that focuses entirely on customer experience. They deliver premium quality homes and smart communities as they seek to provide the foundations for future generations to thrive in diverse precincts they can call home.
They play an important role in meeting the growing housing demand in Sydney and they are becoming a trusted Australian property brand that’s pivotal to Western Sydney’s future growth. Ellerson Property specializes in property development for corporate clients and they have a collaborative approach that goes through all the stages of the project, from acquisition and planning to marketing and beyond. Ellerson Property is focused on the future and they constantly have an eye on it. They live and breathe property and they provide luxe and premium apartments, retail, and commercial offerings. They have the agility and ability to adapt to the changing needs of their clients and fulfill them.
Active Property Investing
Active Property Investing is Emma Allen’s vision come true. This property service focuses on supporting the critical success factors of an investor and it provides a fresh way for busy Australians to hop onto the property ladder. They take a lot of pride in being a valet service for busy investors and they have created a customized selection process that caters to each individual client. Though this approach is a lot more labor-intensive, it optimizes the customer’s success and provides a positive buying experience for everyone. Active Property Investing has carved its niche in the market and they are recognized as a trusted brand, not to mention they provide award-winning services.
Their service delivery model allows them to break down a long and complex process that includes searching, finding, and purchasing an investment property. Active Property Investment boils everything down to 3 steps, allowing buyers to leverage the experience of their team of consultants to access all the information and support they need. Active Property Investing has a culture of collaboration, which has allowed them to spread their success into many different spheres. They are known in the industry for their ethics and service excellence, and their team of professionals is well regarded for their contribution to communities not only in Australia but also overseas.
Co-Lab Residential
Meet Co-Lab Residential, the Melbourne based team doing things differently when it comes to developing luxury properties. Founded by experienced industry figures Michael Robinson, Daniel Cashen and Hayden Namlu, Co-Lab Residential is a consultancy driven Project Marketing specialist Estate Agency. Having broken two sales records in their first 12 months of operation, including the highest priced apartment sale for 2020, this unique consultancy agency stands out from the crowd by offering a more holistic approach to selling luxury property. Partnering with Melbourne’s most progressive developers, designers and marketing agencies, Co-Lab work exclusively on premium developments which will positively shape the future skyline of their city.
“Unlike our competitors, Co-Lab Residential’s process doesn’t start and end with sales,” explains Director Daniel Cashen. “Instead, we offer more than the standard agency services by focusing more on the consultancy and advisory side of crafting unique developments within prime locations.” Built on the belief that sales success is a predetermined outcome when a great team successfully collaborates and designs the right product, Co-Lab Residential chooses to engage with clients at the earliest stage in the project life cycle. With a focus on Melbourne leafy Inner Eastern and Bayside suburbs, they provide measured insights coupled with innovative product strategies to ensure their developments find a niche within these discerning markets. An agency that consistently chooses achieving the best possible commercial outcome for their clients rather than quick sales, Co-Lab Residential are certainly ones to watch in 2021.
Murphy Jacobs Property Advocates
Specializing in providing outstanding real estate services, Murphy Jacobs Property Advocates provides clients the support they need when making a real estate purchase. Whether you’re looking for a family home or you simply want to make a property investment, Director Paul Murphy provides valuable services based on 32 years of experience in all aspects of real estate. The team of experienced advocates behind Murphy Jacobs Property Advocates navigates the entire auction/negotiation process, which helps clients maintain their anonymity and enjoy a much better outcome. Their mission is simple: to offer stress-free property acquisitions and to help clients find the right property for the best price and terms.
Murphy Jacobs Property Advocates provide effective and valuable services that allow clients to make the most of their property investment. The team of advocates are experienced and independent property experts, who understand the process perfectly and know how to take advantage of it. Paul Murphy has conducted over 3,000 auctions, so he has the negotiation and auction experience required to provide the best possible outcome. He takes care of all the negotiations that go through Murphy Jacobs Property Advocates to make sure they are 100% successful by using his extensive contacts in the industry and incredible wealth of insider knowledge.
Lara Moro Property
Founded by Lara Moro, Lara Moro Property was created to inform and educate buyers to assist with making the right decisions when it comes to purchasing newly developed properties. Lara is a specialist in apartment developments and leverages her experience and industry knowledge to match clients with their ideal spaces. When you set out to purchase an apartment, off-the plan property or new build, there are so many factors to consider, most not even about the property space itself. This is where Lara Moro Property comes in, helping clients narrow their focus onto the things that really matter, such as the quality of build, the liveability of the location, and the strategy of the developer. “With so many choices of property available, it’s about selecting the best strategy to satisfy our client’s short and long term needs and fit in with possible contingencies,” states Lara.
Adopting a holistic approach to her strategy, Lara draws upon over 25 years of experience to provide clients with the ability to make smarter decisions and have a clear idea of what to expect from their purchase. Also experts in the areas of vendor advocacy, off-market channel sales and consultancy, and project marketing, the team work alongside developers, helping them market and sell their properties through various channels. As a finalist this year in the REB Women in Real Estate Awards for Australian Buyer Advocate of the Year, Lara Moro stands out from her industry associates by maintaining a very humble profile and ensuring that her business is always about giving value first.
The Rental Specialists
Founded by Jo Natoli in 1997, The Rental Specialists is an established business that provides exceptional, specialist expertise in leasing and property management for both landlords and investors. Their services are available across the entire Sydney metropolitan area and their purpose is simple—to make a positive difference for their clients. The Rental Specialists are committed to their clients’ success and they help them propel their rental property forward. They understand their clients very well, whether they’re new to property investing or already have a portfolio, and they serve as a guide through the entire property investment process. The team has many years of experience as investors in the property market, so they know exactly what it’s like to have skin in the game.
At The Rental Specialists, they are always able to find the perfect approach for their clients to help their investment portfolio thrive and expand. They are guided by their P.E.R.F.O.R.M. Active Management Philosophy, a tried and true approach that allows them to provide exceptional end-to-end leasing and property management services. They have successfully created a hands-off property ownership experience for their clients. Jo Natoli recognized that investment property owners want to know that their property manager actually cares about their property and their tenants. Based on this, The Rental Specialists provides amazing features that competitors lack.
ListingCo
ListingCo is a venture led by CEO – Roger Nader, in partnership with JD.com which is the largest e-commerce company in China and a member of the Fortune Global 500. This venture was born to list and promote global projects to 480 million active users and it will be launched in Q3 2021. ListingCo has a clear mission, which is to bring marketplace participants together in one place to facilitate global real estate transactions and provide transparency. They offer a comprehensive process with a simple set of tools that clients will be able to take advantage of.
They offer something unique and what separates ListingCo from the competition is their ability to leverage off JD.com’s algorithm, historical activity, and in-depth user profiling to score and qualify leads before sharing them with developers or appointed agencies. If you wish to benefit from these services and you want to learn more about listing and advertising your residential or commercial projects, you can reach Roger Nader on roger.nader@listingco.com to learn everything you need about what ListingCo has to offer and what they can do for you.
Delorenzo Property Group
Experts at providing property valuations and advisory services, the Delorenzo Property Group reduces the time, effort, and cost of the valuation process for their clients and ensures peace of mind that you have made the best real estate decision when purchasing or selling a property. They provide accurate valuations and first-class customer service to fulfill all your needs. Established in 2020, this fresh property valuation and advisory company focuses on helping clients increase their wealth through property.
They have many years of experience providing impartial and independent property advice, so they know what they are doing and they provide amazing services. At Delorenzo Property Group, they provide an approach that is customer-centric, trustworthy, independent, modern, impartial, and environmentally focused.
Their property valuations are quick and accurate, with a focus on providing clients with the correct advice. The Delorenzo Property Group won’t tell you what you want to hear, they will provide a complete picture so you can make informed decisions and benefit from them.
They are slowly but surely becoming the premier valuation firm in Victoria, Australia, and their team is made up of highly trained professionals with years of experience in the industry. The Delorenzo Property Group specializes in property valuation and advisory and they provide meticulous analysis to guarantee client satisfaction. Delorenzo Property Group, More Than Property.
Australian Property Investment Solutions
Having access to safe and secure housing is one of our most basic human rights, and Australian Property Investment Solutions is on a mission to make this so. Founded by Julie Crockett in 2010, Julie has used her decades of experience in property investing to help hundreds of investors to build their own property portfolios to create future wealth. Her success with API Solutions is now allowing Julie to take the company in a direction to help others in need.
“No woman living in Australia should be reduced to living in substandard accommodation and ‘co-living housing’ meets the needs of this vulnerable group,” says Julie. API Solutions’ co-living housing initiative consists of utilising newly constructed properties to house up to 4 women, providing them with safety, security and a community. Her predominantly female investor base have risen to the occasion, and are focussed on investing in properties that meet this need. Executing initiatives such as this will truly change our future for the better. To learn more about how you can do your part, you can contact Julie and her team here.
Wolfe Advisory Group
Founded by Chris Wolfe in 2017, Wolfe Advisory Group is the fruit of his amazing skills and deep knowledge of financial modeling in the property development industry. This company provides sophisticated analysis services for small to medium property developers.
Wolfe Advisory Group offers services such as strategic property advice, investment analysis, as well as the creation and auditing of financial models to make sure investors and financiers are given accurate and consistent data. Financial models and systems often have legacy issues such as modeling errors, inefficient practices, or a lack of automation. That’s not the case for this boutique consultancy service.
They understand the importance of accurate financial models, which is why they don’t allow for small or large errors. Their auditing services are valuable, particularly ahead of key transactions, raising of capital, or when finance is being sought. Wolfe Advisory Group has integrated new technologies and they provide efficient and automated forecasting techniques to the advantage of clients.
The team behind Wolfe Advisory Group has years of experience in property and a deep understanding of the financial drivers for success. This allows them to help clients with innovative strategies that will optimize returns and elevate their businesses to the next level.
Hub Property Group
Hub Property Group is centred upon the belief that the way our children live will vastly differ from those generations that went before them. There has never been greater demand for innovative residences in close proximity to inner city workplaces and the ever-evolving lifestyle desires of individuals of all ages are subsequently shaping trends surrounding living space design requirements. Hub Property Group meets this need by crafting beautiful and defining projects that respond to the shifting demand, leaving behind a constructive legacy. The firm also specialises in actively pursuing boutique development and consulting opportunities within this sphere, offering entrepreneurial solutions to our client’s property development and investment portfolios.
Founded by Michael Hermans and Jon Cheesbrough, Hub Property Group is a property development advisory firm with a wide breadth of expertise behind it. Having worked extensively across the residential, retail, office and industrial sectors, Michael is renowned for his experience in property analysis and feasibility, development management, residential project marketing, capital transactions and asset management. Jon brings an extensive and impressive range of skill and experience across the realm of project and development management. With over 12 years of experience across a vast range of asset classes, his expertise extends through every element of the development cycle; from concept design, to contract negotiation and construction management. Together the two have ensured that Hub Property Group have become renowned for their diligence and expansive understanding of the industry as a whole.
