The Coast by Stone October 2023 Edition

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Insight

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GOOD PAGE 4 & 5 NEWS

Trick or Treat

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THE COAST

WELCOME to the COAST.

PHILOSOPHY. At Stone we are committed to delivering five star service to all of our clients. We are about the journey and not the transaction.

Our core values are based on trust, integrity, professionalism and culture. Our team of professionals are ready to assist you on your real estate journey.

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IN THE KNOW WITH STONE.

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OCTOBER 2023

FEEL GOOD NEWS. Wear it Pink.

Welcome Jacqueline.

October was breast cancer awareness month and the team got behind a wonderful cause, wearing their best shades of pink. Breast cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia, with 9 people losing their lives to the disease every day. It was wonderful to get behind Wear it Pink day and raise much needed funds to cancer research.

Jacqueline Dincsoy joins our property management team bringing a caring and passionate approach to her busy role as property officer. We are excited to have Jacqueline join the team and look forward to seeing her excel in her role.

Feels like home.

We are there for the moment our clients get to place the sold sticker up on the board. For Raffaele Di Candia and partner Kelly, it was their turn to place the sold sticker up. Congratulations to Raffaele and Kelly who purchased their first home. We look forward to seeing you create wonderful lasting memories in your new home.

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OCTOBER 2023

A moment in time.

Neil Webster had the pleasure of attending an official function as part of an association with the amazing people at Street Kind. Neil met the GovernorGeneral of Australia David Hurley at a private function in Sydney.

Neil said he had a wonderful time chatting about his local community involvement in the Illawarra and exchanging common topic and interests with the Governor General, who is originally from Port Kembla.

Best seat in the house.

On Saturday 28th October, Hayley Bloom together with Mount Saint Thomas Public School hosted a wonderful outdoor cinema night. It was a great night for families and kids while all funds raised on the night went back to the school P&C to help fund future school projects.

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MARKET Insight.

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BLOG 2023

PROPERTY APPRAISAL. When it comes to buying, selling, or investing in real estate, understanding the estimated worth of a property is crucial. An appraisal is a professional assessment conducted by qualified real estate agents to determine the estimated selling price of a property. This assessment takes into account various factors, including the property’s location, size, condition, features, comparable sales, and prevailing market conditions.

Investors can also benefit greatly from market appraisals when considering property investments. An appraisal helps them assess the potential return on investment and make informed decisions. It provides insights into the property’s growth potential, rental income prospects, and market trends, enabling investors to make strategic choices and maximise their investment portfolios.

The Process.

During a property appraisal, the real estate agent will typically visit the property and conduct a thorough inspection, taking note of its features, condition, and any improvements or renovations. They will also consider recent sales data of comparable properties in the local area to determine a suitable price range.

In addition to the physical inspection and market analysis, the agent will also consider other factors such as the property’s proximity to amenities, schools, transportation, and the overall desirability of the location. These factors can influence the property’s value in the market.

It is important to note that a property appraisal is different from a property valuation, which is a more detailed and formal assessment conducted by a certified valuer. Valuations are typically required for legal purposes, such as obtaining a mortgage or for legal disputes.

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BLOG 2023

Why choose Stone Real Estate Illawarra?

5 reasons to get in touch with Stone.

1. Accurate assessment and expert guidance.

2. Tailored marketing strategies.

3. Expert negotiation.

4. Access to a vast network database.

5. Ongoing support and expert advice.

At Stone Real Estate Illawarra we understand the importance of an accurate property assessment and its impact on your real estate journey. A market appraisal, conducted by our experienced team of real estate agents, provides you with valuable, unbiased insights for your property to give you a better understanding of its estimated selling price.

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PERFORMANCE SALES 32 NEW LISTINGS

26 SOLD PROPERTIES

857 OFI ATTENDEES

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 27 PROPERTIES LEASED

16 NEW MANAGEMENTS

220 APPLICATIONS PROCESSED PAGE 12

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OCTOBER 2023

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT HIGHLIGHTS. Good things.

A lot of great things happening in property management this month. Jacqueline Dincsoy and Hannah Portelli joined the team, Lauren Mellor has returned from maternity leave on a part-time basis and Whitney holds her portfolio at an outstanding 0 arrears.

MARKET UPDATE. October has seen the rental market pick up again with higher open home attendee numbers and a higher volume of applications.

Our leasing team have mentioned that currently the Illawarra has a high demand for houses, with clients preferring a house as oppose to an apartment. A huge congratulations to our leasing team this month, our days on market sit under 10.

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GET TO KNOW THE TEAM

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DANIELLA JOOSTE Star sign? Sagittarius.

Your coffee order? Piccolo with full cream milk.

Dream holiday? Winter Holiday in Switzerland.

House or apartment? House.

Pool or yard space? Yard Space.

Your favourite thing about your job? So many things: it ranges from getting great prices for clients, conversing with people and the interior design/styling side of things also it is always a bonus seeing beautiful properties.

JAMIE PEREIRA Star sign? Leo. Your coffee order? Piccolo.

Dream holiday? Disneyland.

House or apartment? House.

Pool or yard space? Yard space, plenty of room for activities.

Your favourite thing about your job? Helping people in the next stage of their life journey and all the excitement it brings.

JACQUELINE DINCSOY Star sign? Libra.

Your coffee order? Large latte with oat milk.

Dream holiday? Travel Europe for 6 months.

House or apartment? House.

Pool or yard space? Yard space.

Your favourite thing about your job? Great team culture and supportive working environment.

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Trick Treat OR

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OCTOBER 2023

PUMPKIN PIE RECIPE The only trick up our sleeve this Halloween is this delicious and easy pumpkin pie recipe. The family will find it a treat.

Ingredients Pastry Crust 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup shortening 3 tablespoons cold water, or more as needed

Filling 2 cups mashed, cooked pie pumpkin 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk 2 large eggs, beaten ¾ cup packed brown sugar ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, or more to taste ½ teaspoon ground ginger, or more to taste ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, or more to taste ½ teaspoon salt

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Method Step 1 Preheat the oven to 200 degrees C.

Step 2 Make the pastry crust: Mix flour and salt together in a bowl. Cut in shortening with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Mix in 3 tablespoons water, one at a time, until dough is moist enough to hold together. Add up to 1 more tablespoon water if needed.

Step 3 Shape dough into a ball with lightly floured hands. Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 1/8 inch. Place a 9-inch pie pan upsidedown on the dough; use a sharp knife to cut a circle of dough 1 1/2 inches larger than the pie pan. Remove and discard dough scraps and set pie pan aside.

Step 4 Gently roll circular piece of dough around the rolling pin; transfer it right-side up over the pie pan. Unroll, easing dough into the bottom of the pan. Use two hands to flute the dough around the top edges.

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OCTOBER 2023

Step 5 Make the filling: Beat pumpkin, evaporated milk, brown sugar, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl with an electric mixer until well combined. Pour into the prepared crust.

Step 6 Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the filling 1 inch from the edge comes out clean, 40 to 60 minutes. Cover the edges with foil if needed to prevent from burning as the filling cooks.

Step 7 Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature before serving.

Prepare the pumpkin Cut a fresh pie pumpkin in half. Scoop out and discard seeds and stringy portions. Leave skin on and cut pumpkin into chunks. Measure out 1 1/2 pounds for this recipe to yield 2 cups of mashed, cooked pumpkin. If your pumpkin is larger, consider cooking 3 pounds and doubling the pie recipe above to make two pies.

Place pumpkin chunks in saucepan over medium heat with 1 inch water; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 30 minutes. Drain and cool. Remove and discard peel. Return pumpkin to the saucepan and mash with a potato masher or use a food mill until smooth.

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Meet the team.

Aaron Dean Assistant Agent to Paul Piacentin

Angela Bolton Sales Executive

Ayla Paull Compliance & Sales Administration Manager

Barbara Cooper Sales Executive

Benjamin Sayers Property Marketer

Bernadette Cooper Concierge

Chloe Gee Assistant Agent

Daniella Jooste Sales Associate to Sarah Ward

Darnell Haselau Sales Executive

David Scioscia Director of Sales

Deanne Bannerman Chief Executive Officer

Emily Bolton Licensed Real Estate Agent

Emma Fitzgibbon Head of Property Management

Greg Crumpton Sales Executive

Hayley Bloom Sales Associate to Neil Webster

Helena Crumpton Sales Executive

Jacqueline Dincsoy Property Officer

Jake McKinnon New Business Development Manager

Jamie Pereira Sales Associate to Sarah Ward

Jane Pearson Property Manager

Jessica Boyde Assistant Agent

Kaleah Crompton Property Manager

Kylie Davis Property Management Accounts

Lauren Mellor Assistant Agent

Matthew Kasbarian Sales Agent to Paul Piacentin

Michael Schlegel Director / Licensee LREA

Neil Webster Sales Executive

Paige Forland Assistant Agent

Paul Piacentin Director / Licensee LREA

Raffaele Di Candia Assistant Agent to Michael Schlegel

Rebecca Carlson Finance Manager

Sarah Ward Sales Executive

Susie Bampton Leasing Consultant

Victoria Kolevski Creative Marketer

Whitney Ballardin Property Manager

Yenson Mui Sales Executive

GET IN TOUCH Address Phone Email Website

Shop 2, 98-100 Crown Street, Wollongong 02 4228 1622 illawarra@stonerealestate.com.au www.stonerealestate.com.au/stone-illawarra