Kathy Sweeney - REMAX Living

Kathy Sweeney - REMAX Living Licenced Real Estate Agent Now I am running my own business and focused on one thing only - doing the best property deal to deliver value for you!

I have spent a lot of time in my career operating organisations for others and worrying about keeping it all together and delivering value. I've lived in the Moreton Shire for over 16 years, bought and sold property here and raised my family here. I know the people and the places. I am a former Australian representative for Touch Football - I know what success looks like and what it takes to achie

ve the best result. That is why I am with the best agency - REMAX ULTIMATE. Selling or buying property in the Moreton Shire? Demand great service, access to 1,000's of buyers and hundreds of listings, dedicated marketing and a driven agent to get you the price you deserve! Contact me to learn more: 0410 421 430

There has been a lot of conversation recently around property values, interest rates and what the latest budget changes ...
10/06/2026

There has been a lot of conversation recently around property values, interest rates and what the latest budget changes may mean for the market.

And while the headlines can make it sound like the whole country is moving in one direction, the reality is more nuanced than that.

Australia is not one single property market.

Sydney and Melbourne may be feeling more pressure, particularly with reduced borrowing capacity, softer auction conditions and buyers becoming more cautious. Higher interest rates have changed what people can afford, and policy uncertainty has also made some investors pause and reassess.

But that is not the full picture.

Other parts of the country are still experiencing very different conditions. Queensland, for example, has continued to show resilience in many areas, supported by steady demand, low stock levels and ongoing interest from people looking for lifestyle and affordability.

That is why I think it is important not to make property decisions based on national headlines alone.

What is happening in one capital city does not always reflect what is happening in your suburb, your price point or your type of property.

For sellers, this is where local knowledge really matters. The right strategy depends on what buyers are actually doing in your area, how much stock is available, how your property is positioned and what feedback is coming through during the campaign.

For buyers, it is also a reminder to stay clear on your own numbers. Borrowing capacity, repayments, timing and long-term plans matter more than trying to react to every headline.

There is no doubt the market is more cautious in some areas. Interest rates, construction costs, rental pressure and housing supply are all part of the broader conversation.

But good decisions are rarely made from panic or noise.

They are made by looking closely at the local conditions in front of you, understanding your own position and getting the right advice before making your next move.

Property is always changing.

The key is knowing which changes actually matter to you.

09/06/2026

A very professional and seamless sold sticker installation.... 😂
Behind every sold sign is someone doing their absolute best 😅

Very special news for our family last week.Last Tuesday, William welcomed his beautiful baby girl, Sophia Grace Sweeney....
08/06/2026

Very special news for our family last week.

Last Tuesday, William welcomed his beautiful baby girl, Sophia Grace Sweeney.

She is absolutely gorgeous and already so loved. There is nothing quite like becoming a grandmother again and getting to watch our family grow in such a special way.

Feeling very grateful, very proud and very smitten already.

Welcome to the world, Sophia Grace. 💕

Five years of our Woodford office!!! 🎉Opening the Woodford office was an important step for our business, and over the p...
08/06/2026

Five years of our Woodford office!!! 🎉

Opening the Woodford office was an important step for our business, and over the past five years it has grown into a space that feels genuinely connected to the local community.

It has been wonderful to have Chris Wease and Tim Facy working so closely with the Woodford and greater region community, achieving some really great results and building strong relationships along the way.

It has also been a privilege to support local landlords and property owners in the area over the past five years. Property management is such an important part of what we do, and I’m proud of the care our team continues to put into looking after those clients.

We love being part of the Woodford community, and we’re grateful for the trust and support we’ve received over the years.

Five years is a lovely milestone, and I’m very proud of what the team has built there. Here's to the next 5 🥂✨

07/06/2026

This one has now found its new owners. A wonderful result for our sellers.

It’s always a privilege to be trusted with someone’s home and to help guide them through the next step.

If you’re considering selling your investment property or home and want to understand your options, contact The Kathy Sweeney Team on 0427 374 117.

04/06/2026

1/26 Herd Street, Caboolture has now sold. This property was tenanted, so finding the right investor purchaser was definitely the goal.

At the end of the day, it may be an investment property, but it is also someone’s home. Making sure tenants feel considered and looked after matters.

A wonderful outcome for our sellers, the new owner and the tenants continuing to call this one home.

If you’re considering about selling your investment property and want to understand your options, contact The Kathy Sweeney Team on 0427 374 117.

One of the things I’ve been reflecting on a lot lately is how much of leadership comes back to helping people do their b...
03/06/2026

One of the things I’ve been reflecting on a lot lately is how much of leadership comes back to helping people do their best work.

As a business grows, you realise very quickly that having good people is only one part of it. The other part is creating the right structure around them.

Clear roles.
Good training.
Strong communication.
The right support.
And a culture where people are encouraged to keep improving.

We’ve recently welcomed a new Campaign Manager into our team and it has been a really good reminder of how much value the right person can add when they bring experience, care and a fresh set of eyes into the business.

It also reinforces something I’ve always believed. Growth is not just about adding more people. It is about making sure the people already in the business are supported properly, trained well and given the opportunity to bring their strengths forward.

That is something we are focusing on more in our professional development days as well. Not just training for the sake of it, but looking at how we can keep improving as individuals and as a team.

How do we communicate better?
How do we service clients better?
How do we support each other better?
How do we build confidence and capability across the business?

Those things matter. A strong team is not built by accident. It is built through consistent effort, honest conversations and a willingness to keep learning.

That has been a big focus for me lately, and something I think will always be important in business.

The goal is not just to grow. The goal is to grow well.

02/06/2026

This sale had a few moving parts, with overseas sellers and buyers who were subject to sale, so it was really important to keep everything moving calmly and carefully through the process.

The best part was knowing the home has gone to a young family, which meant so much to our sellers.
They were genuinely thrilled to see it move into its next chapter with people who will love it.

A wonderful outcome for everyone involved.

We’re almost halfway through the year, which means it's time to start planning the 6-monthly check in.Not to panic, feel...
01/06/2026

We’re almost halfway through the year, which means it's time to start planning the 6-monthly check in.

Not to panic, feel behind or to start over. Just to look honestly at what’s working, what needs adjusting and what still matters.

Sometimes the goal is still right, but the plan needs to be adjusted. Sometimes you need to shift the timeline, change the approach, ask for help or simply recommit to the thing you said mattered.

Halfway through the year is not a deadline. It’s just a good moment to pause, look honestly at where you are and make the next few months count.

As we get closer to the end of financial year, it is a good time for property investors to pause and review where things...
01/06/2026

As we get closer to the end of financial year, it is a good time for property investors to pause and review where things are sitting.

Not just from a tax point of view, but from a broader financial health point of view.

A lot has changed over the past few years. Interest rates, insurance premiums, council rates, maintenance costs and general holding costs have all shifted. For many investors, the numbers look very different to what they did when they first purchased.

EOFY is a good reminder to step back and ask whether your investment is still doing what it was meant to do.

- Is the cash flow still manageable?
- Are the loan structures still working?
- Are rental income and expenses being reviewed properly?
- Are insurance policies up to date?
- Are there repairs, maintenance or depreciation items that need to be discussed with your accountant?

It is also a good time to look at the bigger picture.

Some investors may be holding properties that still align beautifully with their long-term goals. Others may need to reassess whether a property is still serving the purpose it was originally purchased for.

That does not always mean making a major change. Sometimes it simply means getting clearer on the numbers, speaking with the right professionals and making sure you are not leaving important decisions until the last minute.

In the current environment, careful planning matters. Property can still be a strong long-term wealth creation strategy, but it works best when it is managed properly, not just purchased and forgotten about.

As June 30 approaches, I think the investors who take the time to review, prepare and ask the right questions will be in a much stronger position heading into the new financial year.

General information only, always speak with your accountant, broker or financial adviser about your own circumstances.

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