Real Estate FROM COAST TO COUNTRY
Agent of the Week
Before you were a real estate agent, what was the most interesting or unusual job you had? I managed Brumby’s Bakery in Murwillumbah while also overseeing two additional stores on the Gold Coast. I’m very grateful for that time, as it taught me the importance of customer service, managing teams, and running a business. During those years I quickly fell in love with Murwillumbah and its wonderful community, and decided it was where I wanted to raise my children. Twentythree years later, we still feel the same and have no plans of ever leaving.
What inspired you to go into real estate? I’ve always loved people and property, but my path into real estate really came from selling my own home. Unfortunately, it wasn’t a great experience — the service was disappointing, and I remember thinking there had to be a better way. I became determined to do things differently and provide a better experience for clients. With a little encouragement from my family, I took the leap into real estate, and now I couldn’t imagine doing anything else. Today, I’m proud to be known as one of the most trusted agents in the Tweed Valley. What type of properties are most sought after in the Tweed Shire at the moment? Right now, residential homes in Murwillumbah are in strong demand, from entry-level homes through to high-end properties. Well-positioned and well-maintained small acreage lifestyle properties are also highly sought after, as buyers continue to be drawn to the Tweed’s relaxed lifestyle. With low stock currently on the
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market, competition for quality properties remains high. Are you seeing many first home buyers taking advantage of government schemes? Yes, especially in the entrylevel market, which is making competition even stronger. My advice to first home buyers is to get to know the active local agents in the areas you’re looking at. Busy agents often have “pocket listings” or properties coming to market soon, and hearing about them early can give buyers a real advantage. Is there much talk of interest rates from potential buyers, and do you think any rises will have much effect? There has been a little conversation around interest rates recently, mainly in the entry-level sector. However, the impact to date has been minimal. Our local market remains strong, and with limited stock available, demand continues to hold up well. Do you have any particular types of
• 14 Laura St, Banora Point, 10–10.30am • 59 Banora Boulevard, Banora Point, 11–11.30am • 17 Ossa Boulevard, Terranora, 11–11.30am • 1 Chadburn Lane, Chinderah, 12–12.30pm • 76 Dulguigan Road, Dulguigan, 3–3.30pm
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• 7/24 Recreation St, Tweed Heads, 9–10am AUCTION • 629 Tumbulgum Road, Tygalgah, 9–9.30am • 9/277 Golden Four Dve, Bilinga, 9.30–10am QLD Time • 2981 Kyogle Road, Kunghur, 10.30–1pm • 7/105 Golden Four Dve, Bilinga, 9.30–10am QLD Time • 7 Peter Street, Murwillumbah, 9.30–10am • 1/42-44 Thomson St, Tweed Heads, 10-10.30am • 45 Fernvale Road, Fernvale, 10.30–11.30am • 2046/20 Stuart St, Tweed Heads, 10.45-11.15am • 18 Flinders Way, Ocean Shores, 12.30–1.30pm • 2101/20 Stuart St, Tweed Heads, 11.15-11.45am First National Murwillumbah • 7/20 Dutton St, Coolangatta, 11.15-11.45am QLD Time • 223 Tweed Valley Way, South Murwillumbah, 9 • 16/19 Ivory Cres, Tweed Heads, 11.30–12pm –9.30am • 14 Tyrone Terrace, Banora Point, 12.30–1pm • 229 Midginbil Road, Midginbil, 9.30–10am • 30 Riverbend Way, Murwillumbah,10–10.30am Tate Brownlee Real Estate • 145 Smiths Creek Road, Uki, 10.30–11am • 8 Glenys Street, Tweed Heads South, 9–9.30am • 98 Glencoe Road, North Arm, 11–11.30am • 56 Terranora Road, Banora Point, 9–9.30am • 7083 Tweed Valley Way, Dunbible, 11.30–12pm • 27 Tumbulgum Road, Murwillumbah, 10–10.30am • 5 Admiralty Pl, Banora Point, 10–10.30am • 129 Minnows Road, Fernvale, 12.30–1pm
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property you feel you have more expertise or interest in? There is always something a little special about a character home that has been beautifully restored, but in general, I don’t have a favourite. I love marketing and presenting all properties in their best light, and I work with everything from entry-level homes to premium lifestyle blocks. What really excites me is working with clients and helping them achieve their goals. Every property has a story and being part of telling that story and helping clients reach a successful outcome is what makes my job so rewarding.
OUR HOT property this week is an absolute charmer, in what is one of the most beautiful locations in Murwillumbah, with dual living opportunities. 59 Ewing Street, set in the sought-after Hospital Hill precinct, is a charming four-bedroom character home offering breathtaking 180-degree views from cane fields to the Border Ranges. Downstairs, is a spacious rumpus room, a fourth bedroom and a second bathroom, offering flexibility as guest accommodation, a teenager’s retreat, home office or for dual living. The property combines lifestyle, privacy, and convenience, just a 500m from Murwillumbah’s CBD. Character touches include polished timber floors, French doors, timber shutters, and a covered entertaining deck. This is a rare opportunity in a tightly held location and is for sale with Kristie Hoffman at Elders Tweed Valley.
What do you like to do in your spare time? Spending time with my family is very important to me. When I’m not running around with property, I’m usually running around with my three boys and enjoying time with my husband. And if there’s any time left at the end of a busy week, you’ll most likely find me relaxing in my swing chair with a good book and a quiet moment.
Elders Murwillumbah
• 2 Somerville Cct, Murwillumbah, 9.30–10am • 59 ewing St, Murwillumbah,10.30–11am • 51 Tumbulgum Rd, Murwillumbah, 11.30–12pm • 135 TVW South Murwillumbah, 12.30–1pm • 959 Smith Ck Rd, Stokers Siding, 1.30–2pm
Witheriff Group
• 290 Casuarina Way, Casuarina, 9-9.30am • 3/30 She-Oak Lane, Casuarina, 9-9.30am • 17/42 Tweed Coast Road, Pottsville, 9-9.30am • 107/1 Black Wattle Circuit, Casuarina, 9-9.30am • 66/685 Casuarina Way, Casuarina, 9-9.30am • 2 Omar Street, Kingscliff, 9-9.30am • 6/90 Pearl Street, Kingscliff, 9-9.30am • 1 Sutherland Street, Kingscliff, 10-10.30am • 16 Black Wattle Circuit, Casuarina, 10-10.30am • 19 Blue Horizon Drive, Casuarina, 10-10.30am • 31 Newcastle Drive, Pottsville, 10-10.30am • 7/12 willow Avenue, Bogangar, 10-10.30am • 45a nautilus way, Kingscliff, 10-10.30am • 12/15 dianella Drive, Casuarina, 10-10.30am • 25 Hungerford Lane, Kingscliff , 10-10.30am
• 11 Valiant St, Kingscliff, 11-11.30am • 15 Beason Court, Casuarina, 11-11.30am • 33 Collins Lane, Casuarina, 11-11.30am • 24 Collins Lane, Casuarina, 11-11.30am • 8 Forster Ave, Kingscliff,11-11.30am • 2 Terrigal Street, Pottsville, 11-11.30am • 14 Lobelia Crescent, Casuarina, 11-11.30am • 26 Banzai St, Kingscliff, 12-12.30pm • 8 Northpoint Avenue, Kingscliff, 12-12.30pm • 25 Cylinders Drive, Kingscliff, 12-12.30pm • 13 Tallows Drive, Kingscliff, 12-12.30pm • 35/40-48 Kamala Crescent, Casuarina, 12-12.30pm • 14 Blue Haze Crescent, Banora Point, 1-1.30pm • 48 Vulcan Street, Kingscliff, 1-1.30pm • 15 The Quarterdeck, Tweed Heads, 1-1.30pm • 18/2-10 Kamala Crescent, Casuarina, 1-1.30pm
Schmith Estate Agents
• 3/2 Hill Street Tweed Heads, 12–12.30pm • 11/28 Coolangatta Rd Coolangatta, 12.30–1pm QLD time • 2–63 Piggabeen Rd Tweed Heads West, 2.30–3pm • 501/215 Boundary Street, Coolangatta, 12.30–1pm QLD time
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OUR AGENT of the Week is Kristie Hoffman, Murwillumbah’s top-selling agent with Elders Tweed Valley. For over 12 years, she has been helping local families buy and sell property. Kristie is passionate about her clients and the community, combining her experience and knowledge with a genuine commitment to achieving the best results for every person she works with.
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