I started my real estate career in the 1990’s, first in sales, then admin and property management, and finally as a principal. My career in real estate has been the highlight of my professional career, allowing me to utilise the skills I developed from training and managing teams in various other roles. My background is diverse and ranges from retail, working in fashion, the department of corrections, cooking on cattle stations, telemarketing, hospitality, health and wellness and sales.
Previously Justin and I owned and operated the second largest real estate business in South Australia under both a franchise and a marketing cooperative banner. While we loved the comradery that exists in these environments something that we could never understand was the absolute adoration of sales people and the mere toleration for Property Managers that existed in most sales offices. We recognised that the Property Management arm of the business was undervalued and held in a lower regard than was deserving for such a valuable component of the office.
When we created Rental Property Network the simplest way would have been to emulate a traditional office, and secure our financial position, but that was not the vision we had. We were convinced that there was a way to solve both Landlords concerns and Property Managers grievances by establishing a unique business model. Rental Property Network was established with the goal of better Property Management with continuity for Investors through retention of Property Managers.
Our Team is fiercely protective of the culture within the organisation, demanding both loyalty and commitment, a high work ethic and authenticity. The team cultivates an environment of innovation, measuring every aspect of performance and mentoring team members for improvement.
My role today is to ensure that our Property Management Team is supported so they maintain positive mental health and are able to well manage our Investors properties. It is my absolute privilege to train and mentor such an incredible team and watching them thrive in our unique system makes all the sacrifice worthwhile.