What others say about us
Select an agent below to read testimonials we have received from past clients and examples of some of the awards that we have received. These clients were extremely delighted with the results that we achieved for them and the level of service we provided. You can also watch an online video of some of our clients who've enjoyed a more rewarding real estate experience.
When we enlisted Andrew Blake to sell our property at 11 Milga Rd Avalon, we were putting his slogan ‘a more rewarding real estate experience’ to the test. After listing with another agent and suffering an expensive, lacklustre and fruitless campaign, Andrew Blake came on board and the difference was evident from the outset. From the moment he took over, we knew that Andrew and his team were in control. Andrew’s vibrancy, professionalism and experience not only got the job done, but the team ensured that the process was as easy for us as possible. They excel in their attention to detail, and their commitment to making clients feel immensely valued. Every phone call to the office is met with friendly enthusiasm, each member of staff knows exactly who you are, and their infectious positivity, for us, meant that we were able to endure a second attempt at selling our house with optimism. Andrew listened to our needs, respected our decisions and kept us well informed of the progress of the campaign, selling our house in a matter of weeks in an extremely difficult market. At the end of the day, however, what you really want in an agent is a fierce negotiator, particularly in a difficult market with increasingly savvy and wary buyers. I can honestly say, that if it weren’t for Andrew’s superior negotiating skills and determination to get our sale over the line, we would not have sold.
Andrew Blake’s promise of a more rewarding real estate experience is the essence of his business and he and his team live up to it in every aspect of the selling process. We are only sorry that we didn’t enlist Andrew sooner.
Jennifer and Darrel - Milga Road
I wish to express my grateful appreciation of the hassle free ease with which the property sailed from over two years profitable tenancy to 'hammer drop'.
To have the successful bidder from the other side of Sydney speaks well of your market penetration.
Bill - Bellevue Avenue
Now that our sale has settled, we would like to express our thanks to you and your staff for the manner in which you conducted the process of selling our home.
We were very much aware that selling a property in the midst of the "GFC" was never going to be an easy experience. Your efficiency, professionalism and positive approach made the most of every opportunity to achieve the best possible result for our home. We were confident that at all times you were acting in our best interests.
The advice you gave us on which markets to target with advertising proved most accurate and you kept us fully informed of progress at every stage of the auction campaign. Your staff were unfailing friendly, courteous and efficient.
We have sold many properties in the last 10 years utilising the services of several real estate agents, and have found your agency to be by far the most professional. We would have no hesitation in recommending your company to anyone in this area who is planning to sell their home.
Kerrie - Mirrabooka Street
It is very rare in life when your expectations of a person are considerably exceeded by their guidance, dedication and professionalism. My husband and I would sincerely like to thank you and your team for the caring, efficient and highly successful sale of our property. Not withstanding the fact that we were on the other side of Australia throughout the entire process, your clear communication and advice made it evident that our interests were always given priority consideration. At the end of the day with the sale completed we can only reflect on how lucky we were that we chose to place the sale of our home in your capable hands.
Leslie - Palmgrove Road
What can I say except you are a miracle worker, you sold our house for a price which far exceeded our expectations not only that, you did it in the first open house.
Being our first experience of selling a house in Sydney it made us a little apprehensive, especially when deciding on an agent. On meeting yourself and your team we immediately felt at ease with your professionalism and confidence. You reassured us that you would reach a certain price in a certain time and you definitely came through for us.
Thank you once again we couldn't be happier.
Peter & Simone - Kevin Avenue
It has been a refreshing change to go through a property transaction and feel completely comfortable with and confident in the selected agent. At all times we felt you were acting in our best interest and we really appreciated the honest and forthright feedback on the sale process. We did not make it any easier for you by leaving the country in the middle of the sales campaign but such was our confidence in you and your support personnel that we had no hesitation in departing. Thank you again for the very professional, polite and efficient service you provided us. You are a real asset to the real estate industry in Avalon.
Phil & Judy - Coolawin Road
Thank you and your team, especially Melanie for a job very well done. We did not make it easy for you, insisting on a "low profile" marketing campaign but you did well and managed to find us a buyer in under 6 weeks and at a street record price. And the way you went about it was a credit to you all. You did whatever you promised and did it calmly and efficiently. For us it was quite a contrast to some of our previous real estate experiences.
Once again THANKS.
Joe & Kerry - Loblay Crescent
My wife, Jann and I would like to thank you all for the time, effort and advice that you and your team put in during the sale of our property. Your whole approach was very professional and we were pleased with the constant updates of the visits and sale progress.
I have no hesitation in recommending you and the team to my friends when they intend selling their properties.
John & Jann - Elvina Avenue
What a good man you are!
Thanks for all your help in selling our home - leading us through all the unfamiliar territory and finally dragging us into a great sale. You worked hard, always with a wonderfully positive attitude.
Denise & Greg - Therry Street
Thank you and your excellent staff for the professional manner in conducting the sale of our family unit recently.
It was a pleasure to deal with such competent and trustworthy people. From the time that I put the sale of our property in your hands there was no doubt that we would sell as the promotion and advertising were second to none.
Thank you again, it has been a pleasure dealing with you and your team. I would not hesitate in recommending Andrew Blake to handle any real estate inquiries.
Tom - Avalon Parade
I thought I would write to express our thanks for your services in selling our property. As you know we had listed the property with several agents for over 12 months without success. However, this situation changed when we listed with Andrew Blake and a sale was achieved in a short time. We would certainly recommend your services to any person wishing to sell their property.
Alan & Sharyn - Therry Street
We would like to take this opportunity now the sale of our house on Bilgola Plateau is complete, to thank you and the team for all your assistance.
We particularly wish to thank you Andrew for all your patience and valued advice during the whole trying period.
You will be the first person we will call when we return one day to the northern part of the Peninsula.
Mike & Cherry - The Circle
We have both purchased and sold property through Andrew Blake and at all times we found him to be reliable, helpful, honest and efficient. Andrew kept us informed of progress in the sale, and was proactive in ensuring that any issues were resolved quickly and with the minimum of stress. In addition Andrew has always been open and friendly in his dealings with us. It is rare to find an agent with Andrew's level of professionalism and expertise.
Kerry & Ian - Careel Head Road
We wish to thank you for assisting us in the sale of our property. It was the fastest selling property, which we are sure was due to your professional help and friendly attitude. We'll send you a photo of our new house when it is finished.
Once again thank you very much.
Diana & Terry
Just a short note to say "Thank You" for selling our property. We know a lot of hard work was put into getting buyers "over the line". Regular updates kept us informed throughout the entire proceedings from the moment we listed until sale and you maintained a professional manner even when we the vendor's became a little stressed and difficult.
Once again THANK YOU
James & Lee-Anne - Chisholm Avenue
Cathy was always very enthusiastic in her approach and achieved the highest goal possible during the current market.
Helen and Les - Avalon Parade, Avalon
Mid cries of 'Recession' 'Depression' and 'Depressed Real Estate Market' and "you'll never sell in the current market" - you came through like a Knight in shining armour.
I was satisfied with the price - amazed at the ever on-going time you put into the job of selling - and from what I hear - the Purchaser has a smile on his face too!
Andrew Blake Real Estate is certainly a fortunately organisation to name you as a member of their staff.
Happy Vendor - The Serpentine, Bilgola
Thank you for selling our house.
Maya, aged 8, 26 Algona Street, Bilgola Plateau
Your vibrant and energetic personality was refreshing and your genuine love of people and the job that you do shone through.
Your commitment and integrity was exemplary. We appreciate all your efforts that led to a quick sale and with the price we wanted.
Linda and David - Algona Street, Bilgola Plateau
I was particularly pleased with the special efforts of Cathy Agosti in the stages of negotiating the final details with the purchaser and moving the matter onwards to a satisfactory conclusion. I was very appreciative of Cathy's approach in the way which she kept me informed
Judie - Queens Avenue, Avalon
We are very happy with the result you achieved for us and would have no hesitation in recommending you to any prospective seller. What stands out with you is your ability to make the whole process easy, fuss free and professional
Guy & Lucy - Grandview Drive, Newport
Cathy proved to be the most helpful and enthusiastic in every regard and within the month our house was sold, all in a most professional manner.
David - Riverview Street, Avalon
Best Real Estate Agent in the world!
Jo - Wollstonecraft Avenue, Avalon
I shall certainly recommend her to my friends as she was so diligent in always returning my calls and keeping me in the loop as to what was happening.
Lee - Wollstonecraft Avenue, Avalon
I would like to thank you for your help and service over the last 15 months, it has been a pleasure renting From
Luke Taylor and Samantha Palmer
I would like to thank you for your help and service over the last 15 months, it has been a pleasure renting From
Luke Taylor and Samantha Palmer
as an owner of an investment property residing some 10 hours distant, the biggest risk to mitigate for is the breaking of a tenancy agreement. With 9 months still to run on the existing contract, my tenant from overseas decided to break the agreement and return to his home country.
This left me with the dilemma of finding an agent to secure a new tenant, and being somewhat skeptical of an industry which has not treated me well in the past, I decided to give two real estate agents the right to market the property on my behalf.
In typical fashion, the first agent who was already in possession of material to market the property, suggested after 5 days that the price was too high and needed appropriate adjustment. To me this was an indication of a decision which served the agent's interests rather than the clients. The second agent, represented by Rebecca Svenoy, was first to market with her own photographic material, was proactive in arrangement of and physical presence at open property days, and reliable in feedback and communication with myself.
The professional way in which she represented her employer and her client was rewarded with a contract after just more than 2 weeks on the market, at the price which I initially requested. I have no hesitation in recommending Rebecca to any property investor.
derrick - riverview road
