Jane Doogan and Dean McMurtrie with Melissa McKay
Nobody does it better
Trustworthy – Meticulous – Successful
There are many reasons why buyers and sellers choose the top team at LJ Hooker SolutionsJane Doogan and Dean McMurtrie - for their property transactions.
Jane and Dean have been the driving force behind the LJ hooker brand’s dominance, holding the top spot in the Nerang office for the past 11 years. Both agents deliver a 6 star client experience, resulting in lifelong business relationships with their customers.
Jane Doogan is a seasoned expert in real estate, having sold properties on the Gold Coast for 36 years, including 26 years with the LJ Hooker brand. With over 2000 transactions under her belt, Jane remains as energetic and passionate about real estate as ever. She is deeply committed to her community and regularly supports various charities, including Smith Family, Fred Hollows and Share the Dignity, which provides sanitary products to underprivileged women and making numerous donations across the Gold Coast. Jane’s Christian values are reflected in both her professional and personal life, complemented by her warm, caring nature, making her the ideal choice to represent you.
Jane and Dean pride themselves on being the best negotiators in the business and will achieve the highest result possible for your sale.
Dean McMurtrie brings 30 years of sales and marketing experience from both the media and real estate industries. Dean’s passion for real estate and exceptional negotiation skills make him the perfect agent to handle your most significant asset. A true family man, Dean is trustworthy, well connected and a natural salesman who understands that real estate is much about people on both ends of the transaction as it is about property. He is dedicated to exceeding client expectations and building lifelong business relationships.
Community involvement has played a key role over Dean’s career including many of the major events on the Gold Coast such as the GC600, Swell Sculpture Festival and sitting on the committee for Gold Coast Business Excellence.
Jane and Dean consistently set new records for street and suburb sales, ranking them in the top 1% of agents in SEQ within the LJ Hooker network.
This team has sold more homes in Highland Park than all other agents combined.
Jane Doogan
Licensed Real Estate Agent Independent Contractor
0413 872 972
jdoogan@ljhgc.com.au
Dean McMurtrie Sales Specialist to Jane Doogan
0414 444 779
dean@ljhgc.com.au
Success Stories
Don’t just take my word for it
“Jane & team LJ Hooker Nerang are the BEST!!!!! We have used Jane Doogan for the purchase and now sale of our home. Jane and her team give impeccable service, are always friendly and make themselves available when suits, which is so great for those working. Jane gives great advice on how to style your home, to get the best price, her expertise on what sells is evident. You will not regret getting in contact with them, I won’t go with anyone else from now on.”
Megan, Richard & Isabelle, Mcleod Street, Highland Park
“Thank you very much to Dean for all his time and effort he put in for both the purchase of our new home and the sale of our existing house. Dean’s communication was amazing through the whole process, and was available to answer any questions whenever we called. He was very professional in his work, and a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend Dean and his team for anything to do with buying/selling a property.”
Sean & Nicole, Kew Court, Nerang
“Jane and Dean put together a marketing proposal we were happy with and we were presented with an offer we were happy with in the first week. They were active in the sales process ensuring several obstacles were promptly resolved. Overall, a good result.”
Robert & Pam, Carcoola Street, Benowa
“We had engaged Jane and Dean on a previous occasion to sell a property for us and as on that occasion the recent sale by them of our home went smoothly and quickly with the greatest amount of support, knowledge and professionalism. We could not speak more highly of them and would not hesitate to engage them again or to recommend them to any of our friends or acquaintances.”
Alison & Brent, Stag Court, Upper Coomera
“Jane & Dean were excellent throughout our entire home-buying journey. From our very first inspection, they displayed exceptional generosity by arranging an additional visit to the property with the owners. They skillfully balanced the sellers’ requirements with our offer, ensuring a fair and satisfactory outcome for both parties. Their extensive knowledge of the Gold Coast real estate market was evident, providing us with valuable insights and guidance.”
Samuel & Elizabeth, Mercure Place, Highland Park
Let me introduce you to my support team.
We strive to go above and beyond for the needs of our clients. We are trained to be the best in the business and utilise the latest in proptech.
Our staff are highly trained specialists and our systems are second to none.
Rebecca Barnes Office Manager
Mel McKay Executive Assistant to Jane and Dean
Emily-Jane Megraw Customer Service Manager
Stephanie Thomson Marketing Co-Ordinator & Digital
Tina Kennedy New Client Manager Property Management
Cathy Page Property Management Head of Department
Why LJ Hooker does it better
The LJ Hooker Solutions Gold Coast team is dedicated to creating clients for life. We are genuinely passionate in providing the highest standard of service, to always deliver honest and ethical advice to create an enjoyable real estate experience.
LJ Hooker is one of Australia’s most iconic real estate brands that has stood the test of time since it’s inception in 1928. This means we have the advantage of strategic insight, powerful knowledge and new and historic relationships. Combining these elements with 21st century technology, fresh ideas and forward-thinking pathways to ensure we bring you a superior standard in your investment journey.
“Real estate is not just about property. It’s about people” - Sir Leslie Hooker
Together we all look forward to guiding you in every step of your property journey. We hope that you enjoy finding out more about LJ Hooker in the coming pages and in your partnership with us.
Shane Colquhoun Director
Nicole Hintz Director
We’ve got the Gold Coast covered.
More
local agents means your property gets more reach, and you get a better result.
As they say, there is power in numbers and this is apparent with the combined office strength within the Gold Coast.
Our 4 offices have you strategically covered, whether you’re looking to buy, sell or rent.
By focusing our offices on each neighbourhood we better understand the needs of our clients selling Gold Coast Real Estate. We focus exclusively on Gold Coast Property Value and work tirelessly to get a better feel for the needs of the clients who will buy your property.
These Gold Coast Real Estate offices work in conjunction to promote your property and capture and refer interested buyers to attend your open home.
Our combined marketing strategies and larger network of agents put your home in front of more potential property buyers.
Community is everything to us.
Our outlook to community and charity is to think globally and act locally.
You’ll find LJ Hooker participates in a large amount of community events to better our community and help those who need it the most.
We are proud to have made a difference in the community.
Our Achievements.
We strive to be the best and while winning isn’t everything, we are proud of the accolades awarded to us by industry peers.
REB Awards
2018, 2021, 2023 & 2024
Sales Office of the Year (Regional)
REB
2015 - 2022
Top 50 Offices Australia
REB Awards
2017, 2021 & 2024
Principal of the Year (Regional)
REIQ Awards
2019
Winner Innovation Award
REIQ Awards
2019, 2022 & 2023
Winner Large Residential Agency
REIQ Awards
2021
Winner Contribution to the Community
RateMyAgent Awards
2020
Winner Gold Coast | Tweed
REB Awards
2019
Diversity Office of the Year Regional - Winners
From start to end, we promise to make your journey as stress-free as possible.
Why Us?
• We will book all third party inspections (photographer, stylist, pest and building) for you and work around your schedule
• Your advertising will be booked at the best rates possible and passed onto you at cost, including a free marketing suite to compliment your investment
• A For Sale or Auction sign will be installed as soon as your home is officially on the market (or as per agreed marketing schedule)
• Property brochures will be prepared and printed prior to your first ‘Open Home‘
• ‘Just Listed’ flyers will be ordered and distributed to surrounding homes at the start of your campaign
• We will endeavour to get you as much additional exposure as possible through editorials and digital channels
• Relevant buyers on our extensive database will be matched to your property and contacted prior to launching to the general market
• You will receive Priority 1 service from our network of LJ Hooker offices nationally and internationally and free referral service if moving interstate or overseas
• Your property will be digitally introduced to over 30 sales agents internally who will be offered an incentive and be directly invited to show their buyers your home
• We will conduct Open Homes as frequently as necessary until sold
• I will call you to discuss comments received from buyers each week as well as providing all feedback to you weekly
• I will call you regularly to keep you informed of progress and strategies
• We will do everything to achieve the highest possible price, as quickly as possible
• All offers will be presented to you for your decision
• I will protect your privacy and security by ensuring that all prospective purchasers are qualified prior to inspections and are accompanied by a certified real estate agent
• I will be available at any time to discuss any problems or ideas you may have regarding the marketing of your property
• We will provide courteous and professional service from our trained and qualified personnel at all times
Your one stop real estate shop
We Can Help You Move
Let us organise and connect your electricity, gas, phone, pay TV, internet and more! From removalists to cleaning services- we’ve got you covered.
Property Management
Often investors are looking for good property, and sometimes a buyer will rent their purchase before moving in. In the event you need a Rental appraisal, this can easily be organised for you, simply call us.
Referral Network
With over 400 offices across Australia, New Zealand and Asia, we can help you relocate with ease. We also have interstate buyers looking to buy on the Gold Coast.
Home Loans
Our home loan specialists will provide a FREE ‘Health Check’ on your housing finance. This will ensure you have the very best interest rate. Ask our representative to organise a broker to come to you.
We’re proud to provide you with everything you need to make the big move from start to finish.
LJ Hooker is your one stop shop, it’s all here and it’s all available to you.
Why are we better?
More buyers
More services, A better price for you
We are leaders in Customer Experience and Innovation
We are a National brand, but locally owned and operated 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Our digital marketing initiatives aren’t just better, they’ve been awarded as the best by LJ Hooker Internationally
We create significant exposure for your home in all major advertising mediums
We have placed in the Real Estate Business (REB) Top 50 for 8 years running
We are the #1 LJ Hooker office on the Gold Coast and Top 5 Group of Offices Internationally for over 10 years running
We have 4 sister offices covering the north-west of the Gold Coast. That means more local sales agents accessing buyers for your property
We manage in excess of 1,500 investment properties worth over $1 billion
We are active in our community and support countless local groups, events and charitable partners
Our industry accolades speak volumes, including awards from the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ)
“Prompt communication, personalised service and strong knowledge of the market on managing my properties over 15 years now. Highly recommended property management team.”
- David - Happy Landlord
Not ready to sell yet?
The management of your investment is a huge responsibility and has become a serious business over recent years.
It is no longer as easy as selecting a real estate agency with the cheapest fees.
When considering an agency to take care of your most valuable asset, it makes sense to select a team that has your best interests at heart.
If you are currently a landlord and are unhappy with your current agency, we can help you make the switch.
Each of our offices has a dedicated New Client Manager who will work with you every step of the way.
For most people, owning a residential investment property is the biggest financial investment you can make.
Tina Kennedy New Client Manager
0425 215 238
tkennedy@ljhgc.com.au
Our History
Approaching 100 years, LJ Hooker has shaped the Australian real estate landscape. It’s a storied company built upon a rich heritage of industry leadership and innovation.
LJ Hooker Nerang 07 5581 4422
2-4 New Street, Nerang 4211 nerang@ljhgc.com.au
LJ Hooker Coomera 07 5585 7888
The Hub, 90 Days Road, Upper Coomera 4209 coomera@ljh.com.au
LJ Hooker Ormeau 07 5549 4500
Norfolk Village Shopping Centre, 170-174 Pascoe Road, Ormeau 4208 ormeau@ljhgc.com.au
LJ Hooker Tamborine Mountain 07 5545 1500
Shop 1D/17-27 Main Western Rd, Tamborine Mountain QLD 4272 tamborinemountain@ljhgc.com.au