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Short videos on who we are, how the Double-Up Plan works, and what we look for in a block before recommending anything.
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Everything you need to get the most out of your session with our property team.
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4.5 479 reviews on Google
5.0 514 reviews on realestate.com.au
21+ yearsIn real estate, sales, investment and property services since 2005Member, Real Estate Institute of NSW
5,000+Transactions across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland and the Hunter3× REB Principal of the YearAustralian Real Estate Business awards, plus Sales Office of the Year300,000Contacts in our property database, including 50,000+ owners with known intentions210,000+Properties in our regional research databaseBefore your session
Two things to do before we speak
Each one takes only a few minutes, and together they make your session considerably more useful.
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Our free guide on the seven ways local owners are unlocking equity in the property they already own.
Download the guideAbout Presence
A property team built around what your property could become
Presence is a local agency across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Lower Port Stephens and the Central Coast. We look at every property twice: what it is worth today, and what it could become with the right improvement pathway.
That is the Double-Up Plan. Assess the block you already own, add value where the land and approvals allow, grow income and equity, then use that position toward your next move.
- Owner-side, with in-house development and property expertise
- A local team of around 30 people across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter
- An initial opportunity assessment, not formal planning advice
How Presence works
How the Double-Up Plan works
Assess your property, create additional value, increase income and equity, then use the upside.
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Assess your block
Review the land, access and initial planning indicators.
- 02
Identify the opportunity
Explore a secondary dwelling, duplex, unit block or another suitable pathway.
- 03
Add value
Plan the improvement that best suits the property.
- 04
Raise rent and equity
Understand how the improvement may increase income and property value.
- 05
Take the upside
Subject to valuation and finance approval, access the improved equity position.
- 06
Go again
Use the stronger position toward your next property move.
Property outcomes, planning approvals, construction costs, rental income, valuations and borrowing capacity vary. Any strategy is subject to due diligence, professional advice and finance approval.
The properties we look for
Different blocks, different Double-Ups
There is no single right property. The right one depends on your budget, your borrowing position and how much work you want to take on.
Renovate
Improve what is already there
An established home where a considered renovation lifts both rent and value without touching the footprint.
Add a dwelling
A second income on one block
Land, frontage and access that support a secondary dwelling or granny flat, where the approvals pathway allows it.
Subdivide or develop
Unlock the land itself
Zoning, size and shape that open up subdivision or dual occupancy, subject to planning and due diligence.
Every pathway depends on the specific block, local planning controls and approvals. We assess each one before recommending it.
Before the session
Where are you right now?
Have a think about which column best describes your situation. It helps us make your session as useful as possible.
Now
Ready
Everything is in place to investigate the opportunity properly.
- Happy to investigate now
- Open to a site review
- Clear on the outcome you want
- Ready to look at the numbers
- Ready to act on the findings
Soon
1 – 3 months
Close to ready, with a few things still to finalise.
- Gathering property information
- Waiting on finance clarity
- Weighing up the options
- Seeking advice
- Minor blockers to clear
Planning
6+ months
Planning ahead, and worth understanding the potential early.
- Improving the equity position
- Waiting on income stability
- Exploring what is possible
- Not yet ready to invest
Real results from real clients
Real properties, real numbers
A snapshot of what a Double-Up has produced for a local owner.
Haydan Andrews
Wallsend, Newcastle
$1,200+ per week
in combined rental income
Individual results vary depending on the property, location, approvals and market conditions.
Client reviews
What local property owners say
4.5 479 reviews on Google
5.0 514 reviews on realestate.com.au
21+ yearsIn real estate, sales, investment and property services since 2005Member, Real Estate Institute of NSW
5,000+Transactions across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland and the Hunter3× REB Principal of the YearAustralian Real Estate Business awards, plus Sales Office of the Year300,000Contacts in our property database, including 50,000+ owners with known intentions210,000+Properties in our regional research databaseC
Chris Gedye
Presence client testimonial
“Excellent service and understanding of all facets of property management and beyond. As an owner/investor Presence guidance and Insight to the market has been second to none. Best in the business and highly recommend for any real estate needs.”
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Bernice
Presence client testimonial
“We recently transferred the management of our investment property across to Presence Property Management and have been impressed with their service and communication, especially from Jules and Nathan. Presence have been very responsive to our questions, and helpful with sorting out cleaning and maintenance issues prior to our new tenants moving in.”
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Trevor Fowler
Google review
“Paula took my numerous phone calls without hesitation and promptly returned my calls when she was not available. She kept me well informed to the point of exchange. Her communication and follow up was exceptional.”
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Scott Pierce
Google review
“Nathan, Ryan and the team were incredible in the rental and sale process of my house. They provided a high depth of wisdom, clear guidance, were quick to respond to all my queries, and were always incredibly professional. I couldn’t recommend them enough.”
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Leyla Naseripour
Google review
“From the very first phone call to organise the sale inspections, Shaylee from Presence Property Management treated my little family with genuine care, warmth and respect, and always truly tried her best to help wherever she could.”
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Cameron Park
Presence client testimonial
“A high level of professionalism and patience throughout the entire transaction. Clear communication and a calm, problem-solving manner helped everything progress smoothly through to settlement.”
Free guide
7 Ways to Unlock Hidden Equity
- Identify underused space and secondary-dwelling opportunities
- Understand possible income, value and equity pathways
- Learn which checks to complete before spending
A practical look at how owners across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland and the Hunter are finding more income, more value and more equity in the property they already own.
Download the guideWhat comes next
Your Double-Up Strategy Session
This is where the full site, zoning, rent, value and equity analysis for your property is delivered, along with the improvement pathway that best suits the block and what it may mean for your position.
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