Harcourts Inner East

4/57-59 Oxford Street, Bulimba QLD 4171
  •   5   (177 reviews)

Our sales performance at a glance

See how Harcourts Inner East has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

37
Reviews
34
Properties for sale
142
Sold properties
$1.2m
Average sale price
$171m
Total sales value

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Meet the team

Get to know the 2 agents at Harcourts Inner East.

Richie Yates
Richie Yates

Sales & Marketing Consultant / Licensed Real Estate Agent

  5   (305 reviews)
About Richie
A local with a long list of industry awards to his name, Richie’s focus has always been close to home working exclusively on Brisbane’s Bayside. With over 17 years real estate experience, he knows the area and the people. When you speak to Richie, you quickly realise you are talking to someone who is very down to earth and will always put your interests first. Marketing has always come naturally to Richie. As technology and systems evolve, he has continually embraced the changes to stay one step ahead of the competition, whilst utilising the tried and tested methods that have led to his success over his career.
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Chris Lawsen
Chris Lawsen

Principal / Sales Agent

  4.9   (91 reviews)
About Chris
Approachable, empathetic, yet tenacious- Chris sees himself not as a sales person, but as a professional who guides his clients through the major life event of selling or buying a property. Establishing success largely by word-of mouth, Chris has built a loyal following by listening to his clients' needs and desires, ensuring they fully understand the process, being available and responsive, and, most importantly putting clients’ best interests ahead of making a sale. A lover of the Bulimba “destination and lifestyle” since arriving from New Zealand in 2010, you will often catch Chris meeting clients for a chat or briefing in the local coffee shop. But he is equally at home ‘in the boardroom’ where he is prepared to do the hard yards…. so his clients don’t have to! Chris’ strength is bringing buyers and sellers together. His extensive database allows him to match the right property to the right person. “I am constantly thinking about who have I crossed paths with and asking myself, who can I bring to my vendor’s table? Or, which potential property listing would suit this buyer? I thrive on mutual benefit and making people happy.” Chris also recognises the importance of candour; being honest and accountable for the bad as well as the positive aspects of each campaign. “I don’t make excuses….If I’m not getting a result for my client I will bend over backwards to find a solution and make it right.” Seventeen years' experience in sales and management within the Property Services, Health, and IT industries prepared Chris for the rigors of the real estate profession. Chris purchased his first property at the age of 21 - and so began his love affair with everything “property” – investment, development, rentals, and renovations. Chris takes pleasure in extracting the true value of the property. Chris has retained his passion for the active life, and in particular cycling. Both on his bike and within the real estate process, Chris derives huge satisfaction from negotiating the ‘rugged terrain’ and achieving the seemingly impossible! When you add this intense drive to Chris’ patience, people skills and deep sense of responsibility to his role, it is clear why clients find their dealings with him so rewarding. And, in his capacity as principal of Harcourts Inner East, Chris continually imparts these qualities to his team. Striking the right balance between informality and professionalism, Chris Lawsen is the EASY choice for all your important property needs.
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Our reviews

  5  
177 reviewsacross 36 different locations, showing 6.
Seller review
Richie made himself accessible to communicate at our convenience which is important for busy sellers
30 days ago
Richie made himself accessible to communicate at our convenience which is important for busy sellers

Richie stood out because he was open to working through different scenarios and offering various strategies that made us feel comfortable as sellers. He didn't push us down one line of thinking without giving us the opportunity to explore others. Because the market changed rapidly during our campaign and being June (just post budget), he offered clear recommendations while respecting that we needed to reach key turning points in our own time. We always felt in control of the process, backed by his professional guidance and industry insight. It is also noteworthy that because he has been in the industry a long time, he has ridden many ups and downs. This experience meant he was perfectly equipped to read the current market dynamics and truly understand prospective buyers' sentiments/emotions. We feel a big part of a successful sale was him having that ability to gain the prospective buyers' trust and make them feel comfortable also working with him.

Richie Yates

Richie Yates

  5   (305 reviews)
Seller review
Extremely professional but warm and caring
about 1 month ago
Extremely professional but warm and caring

Richie worked hard for the sale of my mother's house. Moving to an aged-care facility for my mum was a very stressful situation, but Richie made the selling of the house smooth and straight forward. He was empathetic, helpful and communicated extremely well. I highly recommend Richie. Thank you so much for everything.

Richie Yates

Richie Yates

  5   (305 reviews)
Seller review
Richie was calm, responsive, positive and are great communicator.
about 1 month ago
Richie was calm, responsive, positive and are great communicator.

Richie did what he said he would do every single time. Not one miss. He showed patience during the negotiation phase and encouraged us that we were making the right decision. What a pleasure to do business with such a professional.

Richie Yates

Richie Yates

  5   (305 reviews)
Buyer review
Professionalism Incarnate
about 1 month ago
Professionalism Incarnate

Absolute pleasure from start to finish, we understand agents mostly work for the sellers in most situations; But his professionalism made it all seamless. Highly recommend.

Richie Yates

Richie Yates

  5   (305 reviews)
Seller review
4 sales, can’t go wrong!
about 1 month ago
4 sales, can’t go wrong!

We have utilised the skills and knowledge of Richie for all our sales. Richie has a proven track record as a top agent, he is genuinely interested in getting the best result and able to provide sound realistic advice. He had a great team, which makes communication a breeze. I wouldn’t risk our investments with anyone else.

Richie Yates

Richie Yates

  5   (305 reviews)
Seller review
Goes above and beyond for his clients
2 months ago
Goes above and beyond for his clients

Richie went above and beyond when selling our home. From start to finish, he was an excellent communicator, keeping us informed every step of the way. His knowledge of the local market gave us complete confidence throughout the process. We also really appreciated the extra attention to detail. Simple touches like organising fresh mulch for the garden and ensuring the property photos looked fantastic made a real difference to the presentation of our home. Richie made what can often be a stressful experience feel smooth and straightforward. We couldn't be happier with the result and would highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.

Richie Yates

Richie Yates

  5   (305 reviews)
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Our properties

Harcourts Inner East has 34 properties for sale and sold 142 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

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