First National Real Estate Lifestyle

28/10/2026

Is a quieter market the right time to buy? With prices softer in many areas, there's less urgency, more choice and sellers who are often more open to negotiating.

Before you leap...

Skip the guesswork. Finding the bottom of the market is a hard game. Find a property that suits your budget and still works in five or ten years.

Plan for the real numbers. Check your repayments at a rate one to two percentage points higher than today, and don't build your budget around the maximum a bank will lend you.

Don't forget the extras. Stamp duty where it applies, legal fees, inspections, moving costs, then rates, insurance and maintenance. Keep a buffer for those first few repairs.

Is now the time to make your move? Talk to your local First National team today. firstnational.com.au

26/10/2026

Rock, paper, scissors... Real estate edition.

Thinking of selling?
We would love to be part of your journey.

22/10/2026

Voted by you. That's what makes this one special.
We've been named Most Trusted Real Estate Property Management at the 2026 Finder Awards, plus 11 more highly commended nods.

Thank you for backing your local team.💙

16/10/2026

🏡 JUST LISTED | 5/2 Springhill Drive, Sippy Downs

✨ Low-Maintenance Living in a Secure Gated Community!

Light-filled, spacious and perfectly positioned, this three-bedroom townhouse offers comfort, convenience and relaxed coastal living!

🏡 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 2 Car
❄️ Air conditioning throughout
🌿 Private outdoor entertaining areas
🏊‍♀️ Secure complex with swimming pool
📍 Close to schools, shops and local amenities

Perfect for first home buyers, investors or downsizers!

📲 Contact Amy Skinner on 0407 551 196 to arrange an inspection!

15/10/2026

🏡 JUST LISTED | 2/34 Legato Terrace, Palmview

Corner Position. Private Entry. Plenty of Space. ✨

Duplex living with a difference! Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms, modern finishes, open-plan living and a generous fully fenced yard, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy and space! 🌿

🛏️ 3 Bed | 🛁 2 Bath | 🚗 2 Car

🏡 OPEN HOME THIS SATURDAY!
📅 Saturday 17 October | 12:15pm

📲 Contact Mason Hayward on 0406 078 436 for more information!

15/10/2026

🏡 NEW LISTING | 22 AGNES PLACE, BLI BLI

🛏️ 4 Bed | 🛁 2 Bath | 🚗 2 Car | 🏊 Heated Pool

✨ Luxury, lake views & exceptional entertaining!

Positioned in the sought-after Parklakes 2 community, this stunning architect-designed home offers spacious open-plan living, a separate media room, chef-inspired kitchen and an incredible outdoor entertaining area overlooking the sparkling heated pool and tranquil lake.

🌿 With beautiful reserve views, generous gardens and wide side access for the boat or caravan, this home delivers the ultimate Sunshine Coast lifestyle!

📲 Contact Stuart Pearson on 0430 911 848 for more information or to arrange a private viewing.

14/10/2026

🏡 FOR RENT | SIPPY DOWNS $900

Looking for your next home? This spacious 4-bedroom property offers comfortable, low-maintenance living in a quiet, convenient location, within the Chancellor State College catchment! ✨

🛏️ 4 Beds | 🛁 2 Baths | 🚗 2 Cars

Featuring open-plan living, air conditioning, a covered alfresco area and a low-maintenance backyard!

📲 Register for an inspection via realestate.com.au today!
https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-qld-sippy+downs-445185188

14/10/2026

🏡 NEW LISTING | 198/26 ST VINCENTS COURT, MINYAMA

🛏️ 2 Bed | 🛁 1 Bath | 🌿 Private Courtyard

✨ Location, convenience & relaxed coastal living!

Nestled within the peaceful Groves complex, this charming unit offers light-filled open-plan living, a private fully fenced garden and a covered outdoor entertaining area, perfect for those seeking an easy-care lifestyle.

🌿 Just moments from Kawana Shoppingworld, beautiful waterways and stunning beaches, enjoy the best of Minyama living right at your doorstep!

📲 Contact Amy Skinner on 0407 551 196 for more information or to arrange a private viewing.

14/10/2026

𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗗
8 Clover Road, Palmview
4 | 2 | 2

Are you interested in renting out your property, or are you on the hunt for a new property management team? Head to our website for a free rental appraisal: proply.link/xc72

14/10/2026

🏡 NEW LISTING | 56 LOGRUNNER CIRCUIT, PALMVIEW

🛏️ 3 Bed | 🛁 2 Bath | 🚗 2 Car | 🌿 300m²

✨ Space, privacy & relaxed living in Harmony Estate!

This beautifully presented home offers spacious open-plan living, a separate multipurpose room, a stunning kitchen and a private outdoor entertaining area surrounded by manicured gardens.

☀️ Just steps from one of Harmony's largest parks, enjoy easy-care living in a fantastic family-friendly location!

📲 Contact Mason Hayward on 0406 078 436 for more information or to arrange a private viewing.

13/10/2026

𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗗
6 Flooded Gum Court, Bli Bli
4 | 2 | 2

Are you interested in renting out your property, or are you on the hunt for a new property management team? Head to our website for a free rental appraisal: proply.link/xc72

13/10/2026

What a night at the Gala Ball. auction skills helped raise $667,400, with every dollar going towards helping victim-survivors of domestic and family violence rebuild their lives.

We were proud to support the night as a Platinum Sponsor. Well done, James.

To read more: https://www.rizeup.com.au/gala-ball-2026

12/10/2026

𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗧
$810.00
20 Soprano Street, Palmview
3 | 2 | 2

AS NEW 3 BEDROOM HOME - PALMVIEW

To learn more about this property, visit: proply.link/xc72

SAMANTHA DUNNE

12/10/2026

💙WE'RE HIRING! 💙

We're on the lookout for an experienced Property Manager to join our friendly team at First National Real Estate Lifestyle in Sippy Downs!

Are you passionate about property management and ready for a fresh start with a great team? We'd love to meet you! ✨

Here's what you can look forward to:

💙 A supportive, down-to-earth team
💙 Competitive salary
💙 Company car during work hours and mobile phone
💙 Ongoing training and career development
💙 A fun, positive workplace culture!

What we're looking for:

✨ Minimum 2 years' property management experience
✨ Strong communication skills and a passion for building great relationships with landlords and tenants
✨ A positive, organised and proactive attitude
✨ QLD real estate registration or licence required before starting

📍 Sippy Downs | Full-time position

Think you'd be a great fit? We'd love to hear from you!

👉 Apply here: https://au.seek.com/job/95192699?tracking=SHR-IOS-SharedJob-anz-1

Or give Gavin Flaton a call on 0414 826 687 for more information!

Join a supportive, family-run agency that values relationships, professionalism, and work-life balance

07/10/2026

Three rate rises this year have cut into borrowing power, and buyers are following their budgets. This means looking further from capital cities, at regional markets, or at units instead of houses.
Our First National offices are seeing it first-hand.

The biggest jumps in house searches between July 2025 and July 2026:
🔹Julatten, near Port Douglas, up 235 per cent (land there can still sell for under $1 million),
🔹Biggenden up 222 per cent
🔹Apple Tree Creek up 210 per cent, both inland of Hervey Bay.

Capital cities are feeling it too. Risdon Vale and Gagebrook in Hobart, and Monash, Oxley and Holder in Canberra, are all drawing more interest as buyers chase value close to the city.

Thinking of selling? Let's get your property match-ready. firstnational.com.au

Source: realestate.com.au

06/10/2026

We're so happy to welcome Raj Bhandari to the team. 11 years in lending gave him a clear view of how deals come together, and now he's on the other side of them with First National Kellyville.

To read more, head to the article 🔗 in the comments.

02/10/2026

This Sunday, 4 October, your clocks will jump forward 1 hour.
Longer, warmer days are on the way. ☀️

30/09/2026

First National Bonnici & Associates went the distance for the Spring 2026 Sh*tbox Rally.

William Bonnici and teammate Carey drove approximately 3,400km from Adelaide to Darwin over seven days, raising funds for the Cancer Council. Their ride: a 2000 Toyota Corolla named "Maureen."

The pair set out to raise $20,000. Despite Maureen cracking a radiator in the final 600km, they pushed through and raised more than $21,000. Across the rally, participating teams raised over $2.5 million for cancer research.

Congratulations to William and Carey on a huge effort!
See 🔗 more info: https://proply.link/5r2vz

30/09/2026

The RBA has lifted the cash rate to 4.60%, its fourth rise this year.
Thinking about what that means for your property plans? Talk to your local First National agent.

25/09/2026

Grand Final fever is well and truly here! 🏈
Whatever colours you're wearing this weekend, we're backing you when it comes to real estate.

Whether buying, renting, or selling, First National is on your team. 🏡