As principal of Local Agent Real Estate, Eric leads a dynamic team of more than 35 hardworking agents plus highly professional permanent rental and holiday property management teams. Highly motivated, professional and focussed on the needs of property owners, Eric and the Local Agent team pride themselves on achieving outstanding results for owners keen to sell or rent for the best price. As an experienced real estate agent, Eric has years of experience selling and managing properties on behalf of many satisfied clients, and has fashioned an enviable reputation of trust and professionalism. With a strong corporate background and excellent communication skills, Eric has a committed team focus on customer service, and a supportive approach that greatly assists clients navigate the often stressful property market. Exceedingly knowledgeable about management rights and apartment investments, Eric’s expertise in this area is highly sought after by both buyers and sellers. A no obligation appraisal for all property sales or rental managements only takes a few minutes, so feel free to contact Eric and the team today to explore the opportunities.

As owner of Local Agent real estate, Tanya provides direction and focus to our highly credentialed agency. A licensed real estate agent and award winning property manager in her own right, Tanya ensures customer satisfaction is always our highest priority. A highly skilled communicator with an unwavering commitment to excellence, Tanya works hard for clients and strives to provide the best outcomes for all. Tanya’s background in the highly competitive education sector saw her rise to become the principal of Australia’s largest primary school before deciding to transfer her skills and flourish in the property industry. As a highly successful business owner and fully licensed agent, Tanya expects nothing but the best for her clients and provides a level of calmness and professionalism that few can emulate. Always approachable and highly respected, Tanya and our team are always available to discuss your property needs.

The driving force behind Holiday Caloundra’s meteoric success in recent years, Olivia has been exceeding the expectations of holiday property owners and their guests year after year.

Knowledgeable, highly skilled and passionate about customer service, Olivia leads a holiday team totally committed to providing the best possible experiences for holiday property owners, and the thousands of holiday guests who visit their properties every year.

An expert on online booking platforms, social media marketing and maximising returns for property investors, Olivia is our key contact for anybody considering holiday letting their investment property.

Friendly, always smiling and a true local, Olivia works tirelessly to provide the highest standard of customer service possible – so whether you are a guest looking for holiday advice or an investor wanting to chat about potential returns on your holiday property, get in contact with Olivia or any member of her team – they’ll look after you!!

Chris Hinkly

Local Agent Onsite – Sales Manager

Chris specialises in Residential unit sales utilising his 25 years experience in the Management Rights and unit sales Industry to the advantage of both buyers and sellers. Communication and relationship management has always been part of Chris’s working life and is evident by the number of repeat business generated from past buyers and sellers.

We all have different needs and Chris will talk to you about what it is you really want, enabling you to make the right decision for your current and future situation.

Get in touch with Chris, he looks forward to being able to assist you in your property journey now and well into the future.

In 1992 Stuart started his Caloundra real estate career at Gemini Resort. They sold this business in 2002 and purchased the Raine and Horne Caloundra office in 2003. Raine and Horne consisted of a holiday and permanent property rental business supported by a small sales team.
Stuart created the On-site sales business to assist the on-site managers who wanted to sell apartments within their building complex.
In 2009 the brand Local Agent was created. Stuart and Kylie sold Local Agent to Eric and Tanya Sealey in 2018 with whom he now works.

Stuart has been in the industry for ~32 years. He enjoys working for a small number of clients selling niche property. Stuart has a number of recognised off market sales.

Quick Facts:
• Rural background located at Coonamble and Goondiwindi.
• Education: Farrer Agricultural High School and Gatton Agricultural College.
• 10 years: Director /manager: 90 Apartment Gemini Resort management Rights.
• 6 years: Director: Raine & Horne Franchise real estate office.
• 9 years: Director: Created Local Agent Independent real estate office.
• Managed: 120 holiday properties.
• Managed: 330 permanent rental properties.
• Managed: 30 On-site building managers in sales / marketing.
• 25 year liaison with body corporate managers.
• 32 years property sales experience.
• 3 years B/Corp Committee / Secretary position – St Lucia, 39 Unit high rise.

Known for his energy, enthusiasm, and unique personality, Andrew has forged an impressive reputation as one of The Sunshine Coasts most trusted agents.

Having spent a big portion of his early years living, working and travelling through 40 plus countries, Andrew developed an amazing ability to connect to all types of people, from all walks of life. This has led to a track record of over 500 career sales, from small houses and units to premium waterfront properties and acreages, plus everything in between.

While constantly utilising the everchanging systems, marketing and technology in modern real estate, Andrew’s positive approach and genuine, down to earth nature never waivers, nor does his passion for exceeding his client’s expectations.

Jaryd Hunter is an experienced industry professional. Raised on the Sunshine Coast, Jaryd has built up an enviable personal reputation over the last 25 years, possessing a local eye and knowledge for the area.

Having sold over 10 million dollars in real estate on the Sunshine Coast 20/21 financial year, his outstanding sale results combined with 100% positive recommendations + reviews speak for themselves – all the while breaking multiple street and estate records for highest ever sale price’s along the way.

Growing up in Caloundra Jaryd himself entered into the property market investing on the Sunshine Coast at a young age. Now a multi investor with years of experience in real estate, he knows how to make the property transaction for clients smooth and achieve the best results possible.

“I give 10/10 service to all of my clients with every transaction, my goal is to meet and exceed the expectations of every client.”

On his day off, you will likely find Jaryd near the water, whether it’s surfing at Kawana pocket, fishing Pumicestone Passage or walking the dogs with his family at Currimundi Lake – just some of the many highlights the area has to offer!
https://www.localagent.net.au/testimonials/jaryd-testimonials/

Kerri has a genuine passion for selling real estate. Her experience spans over 15 years and has consistently ranks among the top performing agents in Pelican Waters. This accolade is based on several criteria including sales volume, number of sales and average sale price. This can be attributed to Kerri’s energy, diligence, determination and exceptional negotiation skills.

She has been a resident of the Sunshine Coast since 1988 and a resident in Pelican Waters since 2001. Kerri’s tenacious commitment to client service and unmatched level of enthusiasm are assets that make her a standout among her respected peers.

Over 15 years in the business, from property management and then into sales, Kerri has accumulated an enviable database of past and present clients. Her high percentage of referral business, and a long list of repeat clients personifies her skills as a people to people agent. Advanced buyer match technology, social media, numerous internet portals, access to interstate Offices and the continued training and support offered by the Local Agent Group attribute to Kerri’s longevity and success in the business.

A resident in Pelican Waters and accumulating investment properties of her own in the area provides her with vast local knowledge to assist investors with their portfolios and also knows what she is talking about when selling or buying the “family” home. From first time investors, first home buyers or a waterfront home, her advice on the area is unmatched.

Kerri believes her ongoing success and ‘survival’ across many changing markets is hard work, dedication and commitment to providing incomparable service and careful consideration when providing advice to clients buying and selling real estate.

The transaction of property between buyer and seller is more than just a financial one. With family, lifestyle and personal factors being taken into account, buying or selling your property takes an expert to help you through the process.

Meet Roger Watson, the agent whose industry experience, enthusiasm and vision can do just that.

“I am motivated by helping people from all different walks of life. It’s not about the houses, it’s the people who are living in, buying and selling them.”

Roger Watson is a real estate agent with decades of experience in the property market. He has had extensive experience selling units, apartments and houses.

Roger’s appetite for adventure and enthusiasm for life is the perfect complement to his deep-seated knowledge of the real estate market and solid reputation of integrity. His achievements reflect his proactive and energetic approach; vital attributes within real estate sales results.

“There’s no shortcut to success in real estate, hard work and doing the basics consistently is what it is all about.”

Roger is also well known for managing his daughter’s, Jessica Watson, OAM, successful campaign to be the youngest person to sail solo, non-stop and unassisted around the world.

Roger became a real estate identity after landing on the cusp of a property boom in the Gold Coast in the early 1980s. His business acumen and keen eye for real estate opportunities saw him progress from real estate sales to director of a nationally recognised real estate brand. Next, Roger used his trademark zest to build a prestigious, prosperous agency specialising in exclusive properties.

With proven and impressive sales experience of decades and extensive industry experience, Roger Watson, Licensed Real Estate Agent will not only work for you, but he will work with you.

Rob has been involved in service and caring for people for more than 30 years. As Caretaking manager for both “Aqua View Apartments Kings Beach” and “Karmawaters Apartments Pelican Waters” Rob is readily available to discuss your needs and looks forward to working with you to help you achieve your property goals.

Formerly the onsite manager at Cerulean Apartments, Local Agent welcomes back Alison as one of their Licenced Real Estate Agents.

Tom Weiler is the Onsite Manager of the Kings Bay Apartments, Kings Beach. If you would like to buy into Kings Bay or have a property you wish to sell, feel free to contact him. Tom is customer focused and looks forward to assisting you in your property dealings.

Onsite Manager, Casablanca Beachfront Apartments

1 Ormonde Terrace, Kings Beach, Caloundra QLD 4551

http://www.casablancaonkings.com.au/

Casablanca Beachfront Apartments is a 24 Apartment complex predominately used for short term holiday rentals.

Lynette Cameron is results driven and a renovating and interior design aficionado, with a background in the retail side of the building industry, as well as surveying and drafting. Lynette has the perfect blend of passion, skills, knowledge and determination to ensure her clients receive the ultimate service, and importantly – the optimum result.

Over 9 years in the business with Property Management and Residential Sales in Toowoomba and 2 years On-Site Management experience running Tripcony Quays Apartments.

Rain is the onsite manager of Banyandah Towers which is situated alongside the Maroochy River. The 15-storey towers are 5 minutes drive from Cotton Tree and 10 minutes drive to Sunshine Coast Airport.

Banyandah Towers is perfect for the whole family, with a heated pool that will keep the kids entertained the whole year round, and a spa that the parents will love. There’s no other hotel that provides such great value for an absolute riverfront location

Onsite Manager of Aspect Caloundra since December 2021

Sarah is the onsite manager of a 75 unit complex in the heart of Mooloolaba, the Beach Club Resort. The architectural award winning resort is of a very unique design with meandering walkways through tall Palm Trees in the centre of the open space building. Resort facilities include a heated ground floor lap pool, gym, sauna, conference room and one of Mooloolaba’s best rooftop entertainment areas with BBQs, spa and a glass bottom magnesium mineral plunge pool.

Sarah has lived on the Sunshine Coast for over 15 years and her career background covers an array of interior design, marketing, management and has previously been an investor in a local real estate office in Mooloolaba.

Onsite Manager, Osprey Apartments,

Cnr The Esplanade & Buderim Avenue, Mooloolaba QLD 4551

http://www.osprey.com.au/

Boasting an outstanding, experienced resume, we are privileged to be working with onsite manager Greg who manages Osprey Apartments Mooloolaba.

Osprey Apartments Mooloolaba is a popular 60 Apartment complex predominately used for short term holiday rental, situated on the ocean front.

Greg’s background in law and business provides him with a broad range of knowledge for his work and also his clients.

“My business career has enabled me to experience first hand the many sides of business including that of employee, employer, supplier, wholesaler, franchiser, franchisee and retailer in the areas of small business, national and global enterprise.

The information obtained from my Law degree, International Business degree and my tenure at the Caxton Legal Centre continues to provide me with a broad and up to date understanding of the business community and the legal issues faced by business managers in today’s commercial environment.”

Greg Sheppard

Paul is the Onsite Manager at Dockside Mooloolaba with his wife Michelle, and their daughter Ava. They purchased the Management Rights to this boutique complex in Oct 2016. Whilst the challenges are many, and the learning curve steep, Paul has embraced these challenges, and thrives in this dynamic business.

“Originally from a trade background, I know how things are supposed to work, and through my varied skill set, am able to perform most tasks myself, which saves the owners money.”

Paul has had a keen interest in property for a number of years, and has been fortunate enough to own and develop a number of properties. he looks forward to assisting you as the Local Agent for Dockside Mooloolaba