Darren Cooper - RealWay

23/10/2026

When we appraise a property that's currently rented, the owner often asks: should I sell it, or keep renting it out?

Our answer is always the same. Let's get both numbers in front of you first.

Our sales and investor services teams work closely together, so you'll see a sale figure and a rental figure side by side. Sometimes selling makes the most sense. Sometimes a few changes to how the property is rented make all the difference.

Either way, you'll have the figures you need to talk it through with your finance team and make the right call for you.

If you have a rental and it's been feeling tight lately, have a read of this:

If your investment property feels like it costs more and gives back less than it did a couple of years ago, you're not imagining it. Here's why it's happening, and the parts a good property manager can actually do something about.

19/10/2026

SOLD! | 46 Panorama Crescent, Prince Henry Heights 🏡

A fantastic result for this stunning property! It’s been a pleasure helping bring this sale together, with the property now set to continue as a rental investment.

If you're looking for your next rental keep an eye out for this property becoming available soon!

19/10/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁?

Before you choose an agent, you usually narrow it down to a few names. A mate's recommendation. A sold sign down the street. Someone you bought through before.

Each has something going for it, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 something worth a second look. Our new blog breaks down some of the most common ways people build a shortlist, plus what to compare once the appraisals are in.

Read it here: https://bit.ly/who-picked-your-shortlist

09/10/2026

Everyone at an open home is looking at something 👀

Buyers look at the house.
The agent looks at the buyers.
The neighbours look at both.

And the owner, if they've got any sense, is at the café. 😂☕

As we head into another weekend full of OPEN HOMES, we've looked at what sellers should (and shouldn't) do on the day, and how buyers can read the room.

Everyone at an open home is looking at something. Buyers are looking at the house. The agent is looking at the buyers. The neighbours are looking at both. And the owner, if they've got any sense, is at the café down the road.

28/09/2026

Thank you so much for the kind words! It was a pleasure working with you and I’m really pleased we could achieve a satisfying outcome. I truly appreciate your trust and recommendation.

22/09/2026

Just Listed - 29 Alford Street, Mount Lofty

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𝗘𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝗳𝘁𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸

An original bungalow at the front meets a later extension at the rear, four bedrooms and three living areas across two levels, a wood-burning fireplace, wide front verandah and a 6.4m x 11m in-ground pool. Currently leased until October, so it comes with holding income while you decide whether to renovate or build.

🔗https://bit.ly/29-alford-street

📲For more information or to arrange an inspection, call Darren Cooper on 0498 989 654

22/09/2026

Just Listed - 8A Hamilton Street, Newtown

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𝗙𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁, 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗽𝗲𝘁, 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗲𝗳𝘁 𝗧𝗼 𝗗𝗼

Offers Over $729,000

Solid brick and north-facing, this three bedroom Newtown home has just been repainted inside and out with new carpet throughout. A north-facing front patio with adjustable shutters catches the winter sun, and a 3.0 x 6.4m entertaining patio out back adds more space to live outdoors. Garage, carport and two garden sheds cover parking and storage. Walking distance to Newtown State School, Newtown Park and the C*D.

🔗 bit.ly/8a-hamilton-street

📲For more information or to arrange an inspection, call Darren Cooper on 0498 989 654

3 bedroom property for Sale in Newtown - 8a Hamilton Street is the kind of home that's easy to like. A freshly repainted exterior in crisp green and white, new high-end carpet throughout, solid...

21/09/2026

Thank you for the kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure helping you through the purchasing process, and I’m glad I could make things as straightforward as possible. Wishing you all the best in your new home!

14/09/2026

Thank you for your kind words and for trusting me with the sale, especially from interstate. I really appreciate the confidence you placed in me and the opportunity to guide you through the process. All the very best for what's ahead!

08/09/2026

𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗜𝗗 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱?
If we've been on you about getting your IDs sorted, it's not us being difficult, promise.

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: every agent in Australia now has to verify buyer identity as part of every sale.

It's a new federal law, not something we've dreamed up, and it applies no matter who you buy through.

𝗠𝘆 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝘀𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻.
The sooner your IDs are sorted, the sooner it's one less thing between you and the keys.

We've explained it thoroughly here:
https://bit.ly/aml-explained-toowoomba

𝗚𝗼𝘁 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀? Ask away ... that's what I'm here for.

From 1 July 2026, Australian real estate agents must verify buyer ID under new AML/CTF laws. Here's what RealWay checks, when it happens, and why.