First National Real Estate Forster & Tuncurry

5× RateMyAgent Agent of the Year – Forster-Tuncurry 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2025 | 2026 When you're selling your biggest asset, choosing the right agent matters. You need more than someone who can put your property online. You need an experienced local agent who knows how to position your property, generate buyer interest, create competition and negotiate strongly when it matters most. That's what I do. I'm David Hochkins, Sales Manager and Licensed Real Estate Specialist at Pacific Coast Property Network, with a proven track record of achieving outstanding results for property owners throughout Forster, Tuncurry and the surrounding region. I have been named RateMyAgent Agent of the Year for Forster-Tuncurry five times – 2021, 2022, 2023, 2025 and 2026. This recognition is particularly meaningful because it reflects the experiences and reviews of real clients. Experience. Strategy. Negotiation. Results. Successful property sales are about far more than advertising a property and waiting for buyers to appear. I take the time to understand your property, your circumstances and your objectives before developing a tailored strategy designed to maximise exposure, attract the right buyers and create the strongest possible negotiating position. I believe the best agents don't simply find a buyer. They create competition, protect their client's position and negotiate hard when it matters most. My approach combines professional presentation, targeted digital and social media marketing, extensive buyer database exposure, proactive buyer engagement and consistent follow-up throughout the campaign. The objective is simple: Create maximum buyer interest. Generate competition. Achieve the strongest possible outcome. Local knowledge matters As a long-term local resident and active member of the local community and sporting groups, I have an intimate knowledge of Forster, Tuncurry and the surrounding areas. I understand the different pockets of our market, what attracts buyers to particular locations and how to communicate the lifestyle that makes our region such a desirable place to live. I also hold a Diploma in Agency Management, combining formal industry knowledge with years of practical experience in property sales and negotiation. A commitment to my clients Selling property can be a significant financial and emotional decision. My clients deserve an agent who takes ownership of the process from beginning to end. That means honest advice, clear communication, proactive buyer follow-up and keeping my clients informed throughout the campaign. I don't believe my job is finished when the property is listed. My job is to maximise the opportunity right through to negotiation, exchange and settlement. Recognition & Results • 2026 – RateMyAgent Agent of the Year, Forster-Tuncurry • 2025 – RateMyAgent Agent of the Year, Forster-Tuncurry • 2023 – RateMyAgent Agent of the Year, Forster-Tuncurry • 2022 – RateMyAgent Agent of the Year, Forster-Tuncurry • 2021 – RateMyAgent Agent of the Year, Forster-Tuncurry • 2020 – RateMyAgent Agent of the Year, Tuncurry • 2020 – RateMyAgent Top 5 Agent, Forster • Diploma in Agency Management Awards are recognition. Reviews are trust. Results are what matter. Outside of real estate, I enjoy surfing, sport, cooking, exploring our waterways and beaches, and making the most of our region with my wife and four children. For me, real estate is about more than property. It's about people, trust, strategy, communication and delivering a result my clients can be proud of. If you're considering selling a home, unit, investment property, land or lifestyle property in Forster, Tuncurry or the surrounding area, I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you, provide an honest assessment and discuss the strategy I would recommend for your property. If you're looking for an agent who will genuinely work for you, I'd love the opportunity to earn your business.

Broc Buderus is one of the Principals at First National Real Estate Forster-Tuncurry. He is a local businessman who previously ran a very successful plumbing supplies company. Due to this, Broc’s personal and professional network is unrivalled. Since entering the Real Estate industry, he has hit the ground running with immediate and impressive successes. Renowned for his exceptional levels of service, he consistently makes the process of buying and selling property a positive and standout experience, inspiring complete confidence in vendors and buyers alike. He is a positive person, who is genuinely passionate about helping people, he is known for his diligence and impeccable communication and negotiation skills when pursuing a sale. In his spare time, Broc enjoys spending time with his young family of 4 boys, supporting the Newcastle Knights and exploring the beautiful waterways the Great Lakes has to offer.

Professional, genuine and approachable, Darren Peeters is one of our Principals at First National. With over 22 years’ experience in the industry, Darren prides himself on his straight forward and ethical approach. He loves the day-to-day challenges of real estate and has a genuine understanding and empathy for his clients. He hails from Sydney but has been a resident of Forster for the past 30 years and has incredible knowledge of the local market. He feels a real satisfaction when helping people with their greatest asset and perceives every sale as an opportunity to create an experience that is positive, stress-free and rewarding. In his free time Darren loves spending time with his family, going on annual cruises and enjoys a rare game of golf.