
Matthew Smythe
I sold my Neutral Bay property during a period when the federal government's negative gearing and capital gains tax changes were actively taking steam out of the market. Buyer sentiment was cautious, and several agents I spoke with beforehand suggested the only realistic path forward was to discount the price significantly - an approach that would have cost me a substantial amount of money. Matthew and his team took a completely different path. Rather than defaulting to a discount-driven strategy, they worked hard to attract genuine, quality buyers and ran an auction campaign built on integrity and a clear-eyed read of the market. Throughout the process, they were always available to answer my questions and kept me reassured and informed, so I always felt on track toward a strong outcome. On top of this, Matthew negotiated a very competitive commission structure, which meant I didn't have to compromise on value to get an agent of this calibre working for me. The campaign was so effective that the property sold just days before the scheduled auction, at a fair and optimal price for all parties involved. I'd strongly recommend Matthew and his team to anyone selling a property on the Lower North Shore - especially in a market that demands real skill and integrity rather than a race to the bottom on price.

Principal / Licensed Real Estate Agent / Sales Executive