Real Estate FROM COAST TO COUNTRY
Ag e n t o f t h e w e e k
By Jo Kennett OUR AGENT of the Week is Jessica Murphy, Sales and Marketing Consultant with Ray White Palm Beach, with a history of guiding people safely through some of the biggest moments of their lives. With 18 years’ experience in sales, marketing, and styling, Jessica knows how to attract the right buyers and make any home shine in today’s competitive market Jessica is known for her warm personality and heart-centred approach to her client’s property journey, taking the time to learn about you, your goals, and your vision for your ideal lifestyle. We caught up with Jessica to find out more.
What inspired you to go into real estate?
I’ve always had a passion for beautiful properties and connecting people to a lifestyle that feels right for them. Growing up around the coast and countryside, I saw how much a home can shape someone’s story; whether it’s a beachside escape, a rural acreage, or a family dream home. Real estate felt like the perfect way to combine my love of property, people, and the lifestyle that comes with both.
Before you were a real estate agent what was the most interesting or unusual job you had?
Before real estate, I spent 16 years as a marriage celebrant — and I absolutely loved it. Being part of such an important moment in people’s lives taught me so much about connection, emotion, and communication. It’s actually quite similar to real estate in that way — both are about understanding people’s stories, building trust, and helping them start a new chapter. Now I get to play a role in two of life’s biggest milestones — marriage and buying or selling a home. At this rate, I might need to add midwife to the resume next!
What is your favourite part about being an agent?
Without a doubt — the people. Every home has a story, and every client has a dream. Being part of that journey, from the first conversation to the moment the deal is done, is incredibly rewarding. I also love the creative side — presenting properties in a way that captures their true lifestyle appeal.
What sort of properties are most in demand at the moment?
There’s strong demand for lifestyle properties — coastal homes, small acreages, and anything that offers space, privacy, and potential. Buyers are chasing a better work-life balance,
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so anything that blends lifestyle and convenience is moving quickly.
Are you seeing any impacts from interest rate cuts and the First Home Buyers 5% deposit scheme on the market?
Definitely. The recent rate cuts and incentives are creating more confidence, particularly among first home buyers who were sitting on the sidelines. We’re also seeing investors re-enter the market now that borrowing conditions are easing slightly.
What sort of properties are first home buyers and investors looking for?
First-home buyers are generally chasing entry-level homes, units, townhouses that may need renovation but still have lifestyle appeal. Investors, on the other hand, are looking for high-growth areas with strong rental demand and future development potential.
What’s the general vibe out there at the moment?
There’s definitely more positivity in the market again. Confidence is building, open homes are busier, and people are
JET Estate Agents
THIS WEEK’S Hot Property is the ultimate country-by-the-beach lifestyle property — a rare 12.92Ha (33 acres) of flood-free coastal land just two kilometres from the surf at Cabarita Beach. 226 Round Mountain Road, Round Mountain, has panoramic ocean and hinterland views that make this an unbeatable place for your dream home or a boutique rural development. Zoned predominately RU2 Rural Landscape, the land is mostly cleared and gently sloping. You can enjoy the best of both worlds — the tranquility of rural living a stones throw from all that Cabarita has to offer and the lovely estuary at Hastings Point. You can check out this coastal gem with Jessica Murphy at Ray White Palm Beach with Expressions of Interest now open.
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