EP73 - Coach James Short with Simon Thomas

Coach James Short Podcast

Welcome to Leading and Growing Your Real Estate Business! I'm your host, Coach James Short (aka Shorty), and this podcast is for real estate professionals looking to lead and grow their businesses. 🚀 Each episode features insightful interviews with industry leaders and experts, sharing their stories, strategies, and golden nuggets to help you level up. Today, I’m thrilled to introduce our guest, Simon Thomas, Founding Director of COAST Property Buyers. 🌟 Meet Simon Thomas Simon began his property career over 20 years ago in Melbourne’s competitive Eastern Suburbs. 🏡 Over the years, he has earned his reputation as one of Australia’s most respected property experts, offering vast experience across Australia’s East Coast and multiple disciplines within the property industry. Simon is a highly regarded professional and accomplished auctioneer, boasting exceptional expertise in buying all property types, in all markets. 🏘️ His passion for the Sunshine Coast region—with its unique lifestyle and investment opportunities—has made it home for over 15 years. 🌞 Simon’s ability to understand client needs and consistently achieve spectacular outcomes is unparalleled, reflected in his growing list of repeat and referral clients. Whether you're buying your dream property or need expert insights, Simon is the one to call. 👉 Want to learn more? Check out COAST Property Buyers and Simon’s lead magnet here: Coast Property Guarantee 🌐 Business website: www.coastpropertybuyers.com 🎧 Tune in now for Simon's journey, valuable insights, and his thoughts on the biggest industry changes over the years. 🎯 Key Takeaways from This Episode: ✔️ Simon's Career Journey: From livestock agent to property expert and accomplished auctioneer, Simon shares how his early career shaped his real estate path. ✔️ The Shift to Sunshine Coast: Simon talks about his move to the Sunny Coast in 2008 during the GFC, the challenges faced, and the opportunities discovered. ✔️ Adapting in Tough Markets: Simon emphasises the importance of skill development, adapting to market shifts, and having honest conversations with vendors. ✔️ Social Media's Impact: Insights on how social media has transformed the real estate landscape for agents and businesses alike. ✔️Wholesale vs Retail Property Values: Why it’s crucial to understand the distinction and how it shapes pricing conversations with vendors. Let’s Connect! 💬 Leave your thoughts or questions below! 💡 Know someone who’d benefit from this episode? Tag them and share! 🌟 #RealEstateLeadership, #PropertyExpert, #RealEstatePodcast, #LeadingAndGrowing, #SunshineCoastRealEstate, #COASTPropertyBuyers, #JamesShortPodcast, #RealEstateStrategies 🌟