As retirement shifted from “someday” to something closer, they wanted a clear strategy to strengthen their future income, protect the lifestyle they’d worked hard for, and move into the next chapter – retirement – with confidence.
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Greg and Jeni had been building their superannuation anyway. The question became how to use it more strategically to support the future they were working toward.
In collaboration with their financial planner and mortgage broker, we helped them explore how the right property on the Sunshine Coast could become part of a long-term income plan.
Their investment wasn’t just about owning property. It was also about creating a reliable income stream to support the lifestyle they’re planning for retirement – on their terms, with confidence.
But living in New South Wales meant the Sunshine Coast market wasn’t something they could confidently navigate from a distance. So they engaged Home Scouts as local buyers agents to help identify the right locations – and secure the right asset to support their retirement strategy.
As Qualified Property Investment Advisors, we started with detailed research to understand which Sunshine Coast suburbs matched their goals, risk profile, and budget.
That included analysing demand and supply trends, local infrastructure investment, and the long-term drivers shaping future growth across the region.
Once we agreed on the preferred suburbs and investment approach, we activated our local agent network.
From the outside, the process looked straightforward. But one very important thing made the difference.
They weren’t relying on online listings alone.
They had access to local knowledge, market insights, as well as on-market, pre-market, and off-market opportunities – that helped them choose a property positioned to support their long-term retirement income.
Dual key properties on the Sunshine Coast are tightly held and rarely straightforward to secure – especially when compliance matters.
Through our local network, we identified a standout off-market dual key property in Peregian Springs that matched Greg and Jeni’s retirement income strategy.
By coordinating early access and moving quickly, we secured the property at a competitive price and negotiated terms that worked in their favour.
Once contracts were signed, we supported them through the transition into ownership by arranging experienced local property management and preparing the home for leasing – helping ensure the investment began performing from the outset.
“Bronwen’s meticulous search skills, along with her attention to detail and great patience, ensured we secured an excellent property, one which fulfilled the brief of strong yield in a area primed for capital growth. Her knowledge of the Sunshine Coast market is unquestioned. We highly recommend Bron and Home Scouts!”
“Bron was a vital part in finding our home and being able to secure this for us off market. Without having her we would not have got access to this property and been able to put in offer before it went to market. Working with Bron also made the purchase such a smooth process with being able to handle a lot of the communication between the agent and solicitors on our behalf which also was crucial for us with my husband working away and myself running a business it made the whole process feel like we had a great team on our side to ensure things run smoothly at all times.”
“Home Scouts helped us find an investment property in Brisbane (we are based in Sydney and never left our living room couch through the entire process!). Bron is absolutely amazing and a delight to deal with! Sandra is the expert on all things Brisbane – her diligent, proactive, conscientious and meticulous work ethic ensured that we were able to secure a property in the extremely competitive Brisbane market with ease in ~6-8 weeks. Home Scouts are extremely well connected and have an efficient network to ensure you can go about your home-buying journey with ease and confidence. We would highly recommend them! “
“Sandra Connors was absolutely amazing. Her skills and experience helped us get our dream apartment. She is a passionate and dedicated professional who works tirelessly to have you reach your dream home. The things we didn’t know coming into this process and her guidance was priceless in itself. I highly recommend Sandra and Home Scouts to anyone that is searching for a home 🏠 “
“Bron Stacey is a fantastic buyers agent! From start to finish, she demonstrated an impressive level of thoroughness and dedication. Throughout the entire process, she kept us well-informed and ensured our needs were met. Bron’s negotiation skills are exceptional. Thanks to her expertise, we were able to secure a property below market value, a deal we couldn’t have achieved without her. What truly sets Bron apart is her commitment to transparency. I can’t recommend Bron Stacey highly enough for anyone in search of a dedicated and knowledgeable buyers agent. Thank you, Bron, for making our property journey smooth and successful!”
“If you’re in search of your dream home and want someone who goes above and beyond, look no further than Bronwen! Bronwen’s professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care truly set her apart. Her knowledge of the market was impeccable, and her insights were invaluable in helping us make informed decisions. She was patient, supportive, and always available to answer our questions or address any concerns we had. Her communication was prompt and clear, making the entire process smooth and stress-free. Thanks to Bronwen’s expertise and dedication, we found our perfect home, and we couldn’t be happier! Her passion for her work is evident in everything she does, and we are incredibly grateful to have had her by our side throughout this journey.”
“My Mum and I sought help to find a family holiday apartment. During a daunting and unclear time, we were reassured by Bronwen’s professionalism and expertise. From the get go, Bronwen made the experience easy and seamless. We were supported by her throughout the whole process and were confident that no stone was left unturned. We were impressed and surprised at how quick the whole process was. We certainly could not have secured a property like the one we did without her. 100% would recommend.”
“Exceptional service and dedication from Bronwen at Home Scouts For anyone buying from a distance, I cannot recommend Bronwen from Homescouts highly enough. Her professionalism, knowledge, and genuine care make her an absolute gem in the real estate industry. Thank you, Bronwen, for helping us secure not just a house, but a home for our family.”
“It’s been a very successful journey, we are super happy and Bronwen’s personal engagement, support and customer in focus mind set , from start to finish, has been exceptional! We give her our highest recommendations, without reservation. “
“Dear Bron, We both want to say a huge ‘Thank You’ to you. Your have been truly amazing with all your expertise in the real estate industry. You have guided and supported us every step of the way and to be perfectly honest Bron, we would have not achieved such an amazing result. Not only are you a fabulous property agent you are also a beautiful lady. Your personal care and understanding of both Brian and my needs truly touched both our hearts. Plus your endless patience. You have definitely made this part of the journey much easier and helped us to a successful outcome. We have enjoyed working with you and getting to know you along the way.”
We’ve worked in Sunshine Coast and the Brisbane markets for years. Beyond just the real estate landscape, we know the lived-in feel of every area – the neighbourhoods, school zones, amenities, and streets. With that kind of insight, you won’t waste time (or money) in the wrong area.
Coordinating inspections and viewings from a distance is slow and stressful. Especially from afar. We’re on the ground, ready to act fast. Using smart tech and trusted contacts, we bring you options quickly and help you act decisively.
Every investor is different. From goals and risk profile to budget, financial structure, and experience. As Qualified Property Investment Advisers® (QPIA), we follow an industry-recognised framework to develop property strategies that reflect your personal circumstances and set you up for long-term success.