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An LJ Hooker outfit in Broken Hill has moved into new premises that’s purpose-designed for the next stage of its long history.
Tara Nadge took over LJ Hooker Broken Hill just over a year ago, and has now launched the business into its next phase with the purchase of a building to cater to the needs of what she describes as a tight-knit team.
“Our old place had been rented and the signage was looking a little tired, so we decided it was the right time to make the move,” Ms Nadge said.
“We purchased the new building to allow us to customise it to meet our needs now and for the future. We’ve designed professional spaces that better the workflow of the team and cater to our clients so we can offer another level of service,” she added.
Being a specialist in residential and commercial sales, the outfit was able to find the perfect space that also allowed them to capitalise on the age-old pastime of sidewalk spectating.
“It is also in a great location, opposite the local entertainment centre, so there is plenty of foot traffic passing,” Ms Nadge commented.
A long-time employee of the business, having joined LJ Hooker Broken Hill just over two decades ago, she stepped into the role of business owner in July of last year when she took over from former principal Jim Hickey.
Stephen Mutton, LJ Hooker’s network general manager, remarked that since that time, Ms Nadge had “settled into her new role as principal and found her rhythm”.
“She understands the market and what her clients need. Investing into an office such as this one is paramount to the success and future growth of her business,” Mr Mutton added.
Knowing her market well, Ms Nadge expressed her confidence in the future potential of the business based on Broken Hill’s high prospects.
Post-pandemic, she said, the market had remained strong, as it’s one of the few locations in Australia where buyers can find a home for under $100,000, attracting owner-occupiers and investors alike.
“It is still possible to attract good returns for the right property, so we get a lot of enquiries from investors,” Ms Nadge said.
“There are home buyers too – people who have grown up here and end up moving back – as well as contractors. So, it is always fairly busy and the market has remained steady.”
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Juliet Helmke
Based in Sydney, Juliet Helmke has a broad range of reporting and editorial experience across the areas of business, technology, entertainment and the arts. She was formerly Senior Editor at The New York Observer.
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