Brother and sister Tim and Rachel Hawes believe that their family business is about more than simply selling properties – it’s about “trust, and truly understanding what matters most to our clients”.
“Locals looking after locals’ and ‘The Locals are in your corner’ aren’t just taglines, they embody our commitment to putting your best interests first every time,” says Tim. “For us, great real estate isn’t just about transactions – it’s about caring, connection, and community.”
“While every client’s needs are unique, the top five reasons our locals give as to why they keep coming back to us are that we are friendly, approachable, genuine, knowledgeable and experienced,” Rachel tells Verve.
Indeed, with a combined 50-plus years’ experience between them – including more than 15 years as owners of Kingsland’s only real estate agency – few know the business better than this multi award-winning family.
What are some important things for homeowners to keep in mind when prepping their property for sale?
Sit down with your trusted local real estate professional early – well before any physical refreshing it’s vital to ensure all paperwork is up to date and reflective of any changes done by you or previous owners. These issues can take weeks or months to resolve and can lend a hand to ensure titles, LIMs and any council files are in order and there’s no last-minute surprises.
First impressions are everything. There are only seconds both online and in person to make an impact, so getting things presented as perfectly as possible from day one is essential. Timing is also everything! Real estate success is about supply and demand so if you can plan ahead, choose a time to sell that reduces your level of competition in the marketplace.
…it’s hard to walk around the village without bumping into someone for a friendly chat.”
What are things buyers often overlook when purchasing property in Kingsland and its surrounds?
The relaxed and friendly vibe in our community. Although there’s been loads of changes over the past 20 years, the unpretentious, cool but not too-cool-for-school attitude is alive and well. Neighbours know each other and it’s hard to walk around the village without bumping into someone for a friendly chat.
Also, how fantastically convenient Kingsland is! A 10-minute Uber and you’re in the CBD; just over 20 minutes and you’re at the airport. Motorway access, the city cycle path, and the trains and buses make getting around the city a breeze. So many of our sales are to people moving up or across the neighbourhood – once you’re part of this community it’s a hard place to leave!
