Elders Taree & Manning Valley

Our sales performance at a glance

See how Elders Taree & Manning Valley has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

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Properties for sale

Sold properties

$625k

Average sale price

$60.6m

Total sales value

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Meet the team

Get to know the 3 agents at Elders Taree & Manning Valley.

Troy Loretan

Principal / Sales Consultant

4.9

(106 reviews)

About Troy

Very few Sales Consultants within the Real Estate world have had the chance to gather the experience that Troy has at the age of 46. Troy commenced his career in the real estate industry shortly before turning 18 and finds himself with over 28 years experience in selling real estate of all types throughout the Manning Valley. Over the past 28 years Troy has gained extensive experience in the sale and management of residential, rural, industrial and commercial properties throughout Taree, Wingham and the surrounding townships and villages. A testimate to Troy's commitment and experience within the real estate industry is his full Real Estate, Stock & Station & Business Agents license which he obtained at the young age of 22. At the commencement of 2004 Troy began studies by correspondence to complete his career goal of obtaining a Real Estate Valuer's License. During the middle of 2008 Troy achieved his goal and is now a Licensed Property Valuer, he is one of a very few Valuers of his age group on the Mid North Coast. Troy's family (Loretan's) have owned and operated a Taree based Jewellery business for in excess of 85 years. Troy's late Father, Doug Loretan & late Grandfather, Snow Loretan where very well known and reputed local businessmen. With good family values Troy aims to provide his clients with a well educated and experienced service at all times. Selling your property may well be one of the most important decisions you will make in your lifetime so why not allow Troy the opportunity of achieving the seamless transaction of your property with the best possible result for you in mind at all times.

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Josh Staines

Licensed Real Estate Agent / Auctioneer / Sales & Marketing Consultant

4.9

(113 reviews)

About Josh

Joshua Staines is a seasoned sales professional whose career spans nearly three decades across both retail and real estate. He began his journey at the age of 15, working in a successful local retail business, where he developed strong people skills and a deep understanding of customer service, attributes that have seamlessly transitioned into his current role in the local real estate industry. In recognition of his outstanding performance, Josh was awarded the Rising Star Award in 2023 by Elders NSW, ACT, a testament to his talent and dedication. The accolades continued in 2024, with Josh ranking as the number 3 salesperson in NSW, ACT by number of settled sales and number 2 salesperson by gross commission. These achievements highlight his consistent work ethic and results-driven approach. As a proud member of the team at Elders Taree, Josh brings a broad and accredited skill set to his role. He is a licensed Real Estate Agent, Stock and Station Agent, and Auctioneer. Since joining Elders in April 2022, he has successfully negotiated over 100 property sales, including residential homes, villas, acreage, and large rural properties, totalling more than 65 million dollars in sales. Covering the scenic Manning Valley, Josh is deeply committed to serving his clients with professionalism and integrity. His own experience of purchasing a home with his wife Natalie in 2021 sparked a passion for helping others enjoy a similarly positive journey through real estate. Family is at the heart of Josh’s world. In 2023, he and Natalie welcomed their daughter Kadie, followed by the arrival of their son Jack in 2024, marking a joyful new chapter for the Staines family. When he’s not working, Josh enjoys time on the golf course or out at sea fishing with family and friends. Motivated and approachable, he offers honest, down to earth advice, grounded in the values of Elders’ 180 year legacy in Australian real estate. For guidance or assistance in the real estate market, Josh is just a call away at (02) 6551 0999 or 0422 948 779, ready to provide expert insight and exceptional service.

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Shane Merrick

Licensed Real Estate Agent / Sales & Marketing Consultant

(27 reviews)

About Shane

Raised on the family farm at Possum Brush near Nabiac and educated locally, Shane started his Real Estate career in January 1996 at the tender age of just 18. Shane’s early career was greatly influenced by his father Fred Merrick, a long-term Real Estate Agent, property developer and businessman who started his real estate and business career in the Hills district, Sydney in the late 1950’s. Shane and his father opened Merrick’s Real Estate in Nabiac, a boutique Real Estate, Stock and Station agency that specialized in residential and rural lifestyle properties, in January 1996. This is where Shane’s father trained him in old fashioned business traditions, and where he learned that integrity and honesty are the keys to a successful business. After 12 years of success and service at Merrick’s Real Estate Shane decided in 2008 to move his real estate career to practice in Forster – Tuncurry. He thrived in a high paced and very competitive marketplace. In 2015 Shane received a great opportunity to move into the real estate and development sector, working for Roche Group of Double Bay, Sydney. Here Shane had great sales success with one of Australia’s premier real estate development and residential home building companies, as a sales and development manager. He experienced the joy of seeing residential land developments go from undeveloped bare parcels of land to neighborhood’s filled with new homes within a few years. Shane comments that this was a very rewarding and satisfying experience in his real estate career. With over 28 years of real estate sales and property development experience under his belt, Shane is a Class 1 – Licensed Real Estate and Stock and Station Agent. Away from business Shane is a dedicated family man who loves spending time with his wife (Joanne) and two young daughters on their hobby farm at Possum Brush where they enjoy a relaxed rural lifestyle. Shane and his family enjoy holidaying on cruise ships and other overseas travel when they can. Shane comments that his family’s overseas holiday travels have been great educational experiences, especially for his young daughters. Shane’s years of real estate and property development experience, local knowledge and down to earth nature make both himself and the team at Elders Real Estate Taree the right choice for property owners looking to sell or buy their most valuable assets. Shane looks forward to being of service to clients, both vendors and purchasers throughout the Manning Valley.

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About us

Your Local Experts Located at 199 Victoria Street in Taree, Elders Real Estate is situated in a high profile position right in the heart of town. Our Agency is conveniently located to assist those buying or selling throughout the Manning Valley. Whatever your real estate needs, whether you are buying, selling, investing, renting or simply wishing to know more about the area, its people and properties available for sale, our highly trained and experienced professionals are on hand to help with quality advice and assistance. Elders Real Estate Taree offers four full time Sales Consultants who each have a vast amount of sales experience. In addition to the sales team we offer highly experienced Property Management & Administration staff. In total, the staff members of Elders Taree boast over 100 years of combined experience in the sale and letting of real estate throughout the Manning Valley. Why not list your property for sale or lease with Elders Taree and enjoy the benefits of having your property displayed in one of Taree’s most prominent window displays? Our experienced Property Management team can professionally care for your real estate investment, helping you achieve optimum return through efficient maintenance and administration. Whether you are relocating from Sydney, the Central Coast or any other area or state, our extensive experience and knowledge of the local area can get you moving. Discover the wonderful Manning Valley and all that it has to offer, from the crystal clear mountain streams to the thriving coastal areas of Old Bar, Wallabi Point and Blackhead. Please don’t hesitate to contact our office today by telephone or email if we can be of any assistance. We provide the following services: · Residential Sales · Vacant Residential Land Sales · Rural Sales · Vacant Rural Land Sales · Commercial and Industrial Sales · Residential / Commercial / Industrial Property Management and Leasing · Rural Management and Leasing · Auctions Elders Real Estate Taree Also Offers You: · Free Market Appraisals · Continued Market Education · Continued Property Updates · Nationally Known Brand · Total Team Focus on Your Property · An Excellent List of Diverse Property Choices in Taree and the surrounding Manning Valley. Discover the wonderful Manning and its quiet country towns whilst we help you find your future property.

Seller review

2 days ago

Troy moves quickly when he sees an opportunity.

We sold the house before it went to market because Troy is known and knows people and he took up opportunities as he recognized them. He judged the strength of interest and correctly pitched the value of the house. In a weak, perhaps softening, residential property market, we were all pretty satisfied with the outcome.

Troy Loretan

4.9

(106 reviews)

Seller review

3 days ago

dignity, care and compassion.

Selling our mum's home was one of the hardest things my siblings and I have ever had to do. It wasn't just a house it was our memories, and saying goodbye was incredibly emotional. I chose Troy because he's a local boy who knows our community, and we felt that local knowledge and connection would be invaluable throughout the process. It turned out to be the best decision we could have made. From start to finish, Troy treated me with genuine kindness, empathy and respect. His communication was exceptional, always keeping me informed and making what could have been an overwhelming experience feel so much easier. What stood out most was that Troy understood this wasn't just another property to sell it was our mum's home. He recognised how significant this was for my siblings and me, and he handled every step with patience, compassion and professionalism. I am incredibly grateful for everything Troy did to support me through such a difficult time. If you're looking for a genuine, honest and caring real estate agent who truly puts people first, I couldn't recommend Troy more highly. Thank you for helping us close such an important chapter with dignity, care and compassion.

Troy Loretan

4.9

(106 reviews)

Seller review

4 days ago

Thorough, patient and a great communicator.

I recently sold my property with Shane Merrick and couldn’t be happier with the experience. Shane was thorough, patient and communicated with me every step of the way, making what can be a stressful process feel straightforward and well managed. What really stood out was the time he took before providing an appraisal. Rather than rushing through, he carefully looked over the property, considered its strengths and the local market, and gave me thoughtful, well-informed advice. His experience in rural real estate was evident throughout the entire campaign, and I always felt I was in capable hands. I would have no hesitation in recommending Shane to anyone looking for an experienced, knowledgeable and trustworthy rural real estate agent.

Shane Merrick

(27 reviews)

Seller review

14 days ago

Troy's kindness and support made selling my home after losing my husband so much easier.

Selling our home in Wingham was one of the hardest things I've ever had to do. It was the first house I've had to sell without my husband, so it was an incredibly emotional journey. Troy from Elders Taree supported me every step of the way. He never pressured me into making decisions and always made sure I was comfortable and okay with every choice that needed to be made. His honesty, professionalism and genuine care made a difficult process so much easier. When my husband and I bought this home, Troy looked after us as buyers. So when it came time to sell, I knew I wanted Troy to be the one to help me again. He took just as much care of me as a seller as he did when we were buying. I can't thank Troy enough for his kindness, patience and support during such an emotional time. I would highly recommend Troy to anyone looking to buy or sell property in the local area.

Troy Loretan

4.9

(106 reviews)

Seller review

14 days ago

Troy always kept me well informed.

Troy was readily available during the selling process.

Troy Loretan

4.9

(106 reviews)

Seller review

21 days ago

Couldn't Be Happier! Wonderful Buying Experience!

Shane responded to all our enquiries relating to our purchase questions with prompt responses & replies in person or via emails & phone if necessary. He is very easy to communicate with; makes you feel relaxed & is very personable with excellent local market insights. Shane helped with purchase negotiations without any hassles right 'then & there' on the date of viewing as we are 'well out of the area' buyers & that helped us immensely! We cannot thank Shane enough for his professional help with the purchase of our new home in this loveliest of areas!

Shane Merrick

(27 reviews)

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