Meet the team – Suburbanite

Our property team are made up of qualified valuers & buyers’ agents. Our valuers have degrees in land economics, as well as our senior strategy team who hold masters in various property disciplines.

Below we would like to introduce you to our senior management team, directors and affiliate directors within our broader network of advisors.

Anna Porter

Property Advisor, Valuer & CEO

Anna Porter (Grad Dip UEM, CPV AAPI) is the principal of Suburbanite and a qualified property valuer and leads a team of highly skilled property investment advisors.

Anna is often sought after by media for her expert commentary and has featured in Australian Property Investor Magazine, ABC National Radio, 2UE Radio, Sunrise, Channel Nine’s The Mornings Show, Studio 10, Sky News Real Estate, Fairfax Newspapers and many more media platforms.

She has shared the stage with Mark Bouris and Andrew Morello as the property expert on the 2016 and 2017 Prosperity Through Property Australian Tour. She also runs education programs for companies like Caltex, Optus, Flight Centre and Cricket NSW to name a few.

As an accomplished valuer for 15+years, Anna worked on many institutional portfolios with thousands of assets across various property sectors. She also taught Property at Sydney Institute and was involved in helping them develop their new Degree Course in Property Valuation.

She still works with individuals on their personal portfolios, through to organisational investors to develop their property strategies and ensure that their current assets are aligned with the outcomes of the business. But also enjoys working one on one with ‘Mum and Dad’ investors and first time investors to help them start their investment journey the right way.

Nick Barlow

Property Advisor & Valuer

Nick Barlow (B. Property Economics, CPV AAPI)) has been a property valuer for over 13 years and has held highly regarded positions like Associate Director of Commercial and Residential valuation divisions within Herron Todd White, the largest valuation and advisory firm in the country. Nick has valued commercial and residential assets up to $20Mil and managed relationships with large stakeholder from major lenders.

Due diligence, analysis and identifying and mitigating risk is one of Nick’s strongest skills, and he is highly regarded in the property profession for taking a low risk approach to all advice.

Nick is now a senior advisor with Suburbanite and works with some of our largest clients such as national fast-food franchises, as well as involvement on commercial negotiations of major projects valued at $350Mil to get our client’s the best financial outcome from the commercial terms and ensure they understood and mitigated risk at each stage.

Jeff Natoli

Property Advisor & Valuer

Jeff Natoli is our Acquisitions Manager and has been with Suburbanite since the early days and has a passion for property.

He is a qualified property valuer and has his masters degree in property development. Jeff heads up our property investment team and works closely with all of our clients to help them on to the property ladder, or build a robust portfolio for the more experienced investor. Jeff has a passion for buying properties where you can add value through renovations or small developments.

Jeff has worked across a range of property advisory divisions, from heading up the residential investment team, to working on major project advisory of mixed use sites where Jeff advised on the economics of the project, feasibility studies, 10 year strategies and risk mitigation measures. He has a strong skillset in financial analysis and he leads the way with our research team.

Jeff has acquired assets and analysed projects throughout the country including Sydney, Broader NSW, ACT, Adelaide, Victoria and Brisbane. He has a diverse skill set in understanding key market drivers such as infrastructure, demographics and affordability and how this interacts with projects and communities.

Andrew Winter

Property Advisor & Acquisitions QLD

Andrew Winter is a highly regarded residential property expert, known for his award-winning real estate TV shows and media career that extends across two decades.

His passion for property started young entering the real estate industry at 17 and buying his first home at 18. That UK real estate career, including nearly a decade in the central London market, led to the family move to Australia in 2005, where his career in real estate and related media flourished.

Andrew understands what makes the market tick, will seek opportunity and inherently knows when risk could be too high. 24 years as a selling agent gives Andrew a wealth of knowledge and understanding, especially when it comes to helping people source their new family home, investment property, or holiday get away.

Whilst Andrew’s media career continues, in 2023 he decided it was time to re join the industry he loves. Suburbanite came with a professional reputation, industry expertise, a great team and the right technical support to allow Andrew’s valuable time to be maximised for clients in his home region of the Gold Coast in QLD.

Want to buy/invest on the Gold Coast? Let Andrew and the team at Suburbanite help.

Nerrida Payne

Property Advisor

Nerrida Payne began her career in real estate in a family business working accross residential, commercial and retail assets. She completed her qualifications as a property valuer in 1999 by completing a Bachelor of Commerce in Land Economics and went on to managed a valuation team and became the financial controller of the group.

She then went on to develop her career in the development consulting sector and has experience in the Land and Environment Court as an expert, building contract negotiations, feasibility analysis of projects large and small.

Nerrida brings a wealth of experience across a range of property disciplines to the Suburbanite team, working closely with our corporate clients in the registered club space, as well as private land owners, NFP’s and Government.

Glenn Newbery

Property Investment Advisor

Glenn Newbery is an accomplished property investment strategist with a robust property portfolio. He has built a career preparing new buyers for wealth through investment while also coaching experienced investors with his tried and true investment strategies.

Glenn’s climb to the top of the property investing ladder was a baptism of fire more than 20 years ago. In a bid to become a savvy investor, Glenn set himself an end goal and learned how to make better informed investment decisions to successfully make those goals happen. That’s when his investment portfolio really skyrocketed – to 14 properties in three years.

Glenn’s role as an Affiliate Director and Property Investment Advisor at Suburbanite sees him share his extensive knowledge, compelling insights, and solid investment strategies with others. He has propelled countless people on a successful property investment journey and empowered many more to expand their own portfolios.

Glenn has established a reputation as a well-respected property strategist. He has been a guest speaker on several property podcasts and the focus of media articles and TV appearances. He also hosts regular property investment seminars in Sydney where he relishes educating people on investment strategies that change lives.

Gemma Wright

Property Investment Advisor

Gemma Wright is a Property Investment Advisor at Suburbanite, with a strong passion for property.

After a successful career in banking, Gemma endeavoured on a management journey which saw her work for Ferrari Australia before establishing her own business. Through her business endeavours, Gemma had the opportunity to work with a number of high profile companies and establish herself as a sought after professional in management.

Gemma’s passion for property began in the early days but in 2021 she began acquiring the skills and qualifications to be able to make property a career. Her commitment, determination and proactive approach is respected by her clients who entrust Gemma to take them on their property journey from start to finish.

With a unique understanding of the whole process, Gemma is able to nurture her clients through the property journey without losing sight of the end goal which she seeks to achieve.

kinda McKean

Property Investment Advisor

Kinda McKean has a strong background in investments and has always wanted to pursue a career in property investing.

Having spent 15 years working within the banking and finance sector, Kinda held senior roles which focused on the analysis and reporting of managed funds.

Kinda then moved into a Financial Planning role where she was able to guide her clients on the different stages of their financial journey. She has spent the past 8 years working closely with clients and assisting them in constructing investment portfolios that suit their needs.

Kinda is passionate about investing in property and enjoys researching investment opportunities. She understands the risks and rewards that come with the process and wants to use her skills and experience to ensure her clients have the right investment strategy.

Sam Butler

Senior Property Investment Advisor

Sam Butler is one of our most senior advisors and is also a qualified valuer. He leads the property team and is always on the search for great investments for our clients.

Sam has personally identified, inspected, and negotiated the purchase of countless properties up and down the country. He enjoys matching clients with the right property for their particular investment strategy.

He is also passionate about research and has a unique understanding of the micro and macroeconomic factors driving the property market. Sam’s finger is always on the pulse of the market and the wider economy.

Originally from Canberra and then Wollongong, he completed his graduate diploma of property at Deakin University in Geelong but has since moved to Queensland for the warmer weather!

MICHAEL MACKINNON

Property Advisor

Michael MacKinnon is a qualified valuer with 10 years experience working for some of the largest valuation firms in the country.

He is based in Perth and knows the WA market intimately. Michael has a passion for helping people make great property decisions and is head of our property investment and acquisitions team in Perth.

Michael has also had experience in property management and brings a wealth of knowledge on what types of properties are attractive to tenants.

anna-lena seiwald

Property Advisor

Anna-Lena Seiwald is a passionate real estate professional with a keen eye for detail. She is currently completing her Bachelor in Property Valuation to enhance her vast skillset.

Anna-Lena has a deep understanding of the ever-changing real estate industry with multifaceted experience both in Australia and abroad. She has a strong focus on customer service which stems from working in her families hotel business in Germany.

As a Property Advisor at Suburbanite, Anna-Lena ensures that every client receives personalized and strategic advice tailored to their unique needs. She is dedicated to fostering long-term relationships with clients and committed to helping busy investors achieve their real estate goals with confidence and ease. Her energetic and active lifestyle translates into a keen work ethic, driving her to achieve the best outcomes for her clients.

stephen nevison

Property Advisor

Stephen Nevison is a dedicated investment professional with experience across multiple residential real estate sectors. He is currently completing his Bachelor in Property Valuation and Master of Business Administration.

Stephen had a very fulfilling career in the Royal Australian Navy as a highly trained Lieutenant Maritime Warfare Officer, excelling in leadership and administration. As a father of two, he now uses his strengths to pursue his passion for real estate investing and help others enjoy the benefits of strategic investing.

Stephen is a Property Advisor at Suburbanite and his focus is on helping investors build sustainable, long-term wealth through strategic property acquisitions. He is passionate about educating first-time investors on sound investment principles and guiding them through the entire process. Stephen’s combination of leadership experience, analytical capabilities, and care for his clients’ success, makes him a valuable new member of the Suburbanite team.

Adam McDiarmid

Property Advisor & Valuer

Adam McDiarmid is a Certified Property Valuer actively engaged in property research, analysis and consultancy.

He has experience in portfolio, childcare centres, easements and car yard valuations, rent reviews and valuations for acquisition as well as presenting and report writing.

His strengths are his diligence, efficiency, attention to detail and client focus.

Adam manages some our the companies largest contracts with portfolio valuations for global fuel companies, Department of Defence, Department of planning and many more national clients.

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Testimonials

I have known Anna and Jeff from various networking circles for a few years and always found them to be professional and knowledgeable in their market. I contacted Anna when my wife and I were looking into getting a property and she arranged for Gareth to come to our house for an initial meet and greet. He was able to answer every question and we left the meeting feeling very comfortable with him. We proceeded with Suburbanite and then we were contacted by the office admin staff and Jeff for a phone interview about the next step. It all went …

Phillip Raish

“Our experience was textbook perfect”

I can’t thank you enough for everything you’ve helped me achieve. This week I became the first person in my family to ever buy property, and I truly owe it all to you. You guided me through what could have been an overwhelming process, making it seamless, and actually fun. Special thanks to Sam for being such a reliable source of calm and wisdom throughout the entire process. None of my questions were ever too big or too dumb, and for a true property newbie, that meant everything to me. I am so happy to have worked with your exceptional …

Jessica

A Heartfelt Thank you

The best part was knowing that if I asked a dumb question, not only would you come back with a reassuring answer

Suburbanite Client

The service my husband and I received from Suburbanite was outstanding and far exceeded our expectations. From our first initial consultation with Anna until the day our property settled and afterwards the service we received from all of the Suburbanite team was consistently outstanding. The whole process was effortless and we felt completely supported throughout. The photos of our property looked amazing. We were fortunate enough to inspect our property just before settlement and once again the property exceeded our expectations. It was just beautiful. Every detail of the purchase was handled in a professional yet personable manner from the …

Gabriella

2x Proud Anonymous Suburbanite Clients

A quick note to say a huge thank you to you and your team for helping us to secure our first investment! We’ve had a fantastic experience with Suburbanite and will certainly be recommending your services to our friends and family. You have a fantastic network of people working alongside you from John Hosey at Funding Financial Freedom to Carrington Conveyancers, Gary J Smith and everyone in between. Our experience has been exciting and relatively stress free thanks in large part to Suburbanite’s hard work. We couldn’t have asked for a better end to 2017.

Dave

It’s really pleasing to see that Suburbanite is ahead of the game and that we chose you guys over other agencies who dismissed Adelaide.

Ben

“We could not fault the quality and friendly service provided by Suburbanite. The team were very professional, keeping us informed and offering advice throughout the duration of the process. We had full confidence in the recommendations made and expertise offered by Suburbanite. Thank you for making this experience of purchasing our first investment property seamless and stress free. We will not hesitate recommending to any family and friends”

Duncan & Penny

“Suburbanite were exceptional and can’t improve anywhere unless you actually paid for the house with no interest repayments, ha ha!”

Mitch Ermers

“Thank you for all your help. You guy’s and girls have been great. And I have been doing my best to increase your work load by promoting Suburbanite with family, friends and work colleagues.”

Nick Frost

“Just a quick note to thank you and your team for the swift work in the purchase of our first property… Chris came through for us last night too. After many hours of negotiations and a very stubborn seller we secured the property we wanted. So all good in what was a very expensive day (purchasing 2 properties in one day!) Thanks once again to Suburbanite.”

Michael Noglik

“Anna and the team at Suburbanite provide a thoroughly professional service that is of a high quality in all regards. We particularly valued their excellent property knowledge and communication skills as they provided us with the assurance that our interests were being managed in a manner that could not be faulted. We would not hesitate to use their service again and would happily recommend it to others.”

Carl and Julie

“Suburbanite acts with great integrity, responds to feedback productively and are able to make the process to purchasing property a smooth transition. Answers questions and creates realistic expectations rather than inflated hype. Thanks to the team!”

Jef Miles

“Communication was good considering great service. I appreciated having someone as a point person and having your team take care of everything. A team you can trust!”

Tristan Scifo

“Anna and her staff were understanding, diligent and thorough with their service and communication. I would highly recommend the services of Suburbanite to anyone looking to purchase a property. Thank you and I will contact you again for my future purchasing needs.”

Maguy Nakhil

“As you know the property settlement is tomorrow and I just wanted to let you know that the Property Manager already organised the tenancy and the new tenants are moving in on Friday on a 12 month rental agreement. The weekly rental secured exceeds your initial estimate. Thank you so much for all your efforts with the strategy, finding the property, doing negotiations, organising inspections, and much more. I truly appreciated all the services you have provided throughout. I could not believe how smooth everything went, really happy with the overall service. I do plan and hope to get in …

Esin Dundar

“Thank you to Anna and her team for making my investment goals come true. The service and experience was great as Anna made my feel confident that I was making all the right decisions. Suburbanite made the whole process so easy and I will go back for my next investment.”

Joanne H

“I have used Anna from Suburbanite’s services to build my portfolio and have found her advice to be invaluable. When I first met Anna, my wife and I already had a number of investment properties but we didn’t really have a plan or any defined investment goals. Anna has been able to help us work out our goals and set up a strategic investment plan. She has also put us on a path to setting up a self managed super fund and purchasing property in the fund. This is something we hadn’t even considered in the past, and we now …

Karl Vegners

“When I decided I wanted to buy an investment property I found the options overwhelming. I also have a busy work schedule and didn’t want to waste time looking at the wrong properties. Anna narrowed down my options and made it easy for me to move forward. The report she gave me had a clear strategy set out and the action plan and time frames for each stage, which kept me motivated and on track. The service was excellent throughout the entire process and Anna’s depth of knowledge in property came through time and time again.

Renee Young

“Thanks to Suburbanite, I am well on my way to acquiring my first investment property. The team has been very helpful, keeping me informed throughout the whole process and committed to securing me the right property at the right price. They have been honest and transparent in providing information and I would thoroughly recommend Suburbanite to anyone.”

Glen Arena

“Professionalism, integrity and energy are the three words that immediately come to mind to describe my experience as a client of Anna and her team at Suburbanite. They take the emotion out of property investment and replace it with objectivity back by in-depth research and facts. I strongly recommend you consult them before your next property purchase.”

Mark Pinhorn

“I was thoroughly impressed by the professionalism of Anna Porter at Suburbanite. She made my house hunting in a restricted and well-defined area a pleasure instead of the ordeal I had anticipated. Were I ever to contemplate moving again, I would use Suburbanite’s services without hesitation.”

Hunter Calder

For Us, People Matter.

At Suburbanite, we believe everyone should have access to quality property advice – the kind of advice that is qualified, measured, tested and individual. For over 10 years, we have been providing holistic investment and advisory services for individual investors, landowners and organisations.

Our property team have more than 150 years of combined experience in property and are all qualified valuers. Integrity, independence and transparency are the foundations of everything we do and our results are second to none.

We offer end to end solutions without being affiliated to any builders or developers and most importantly we never take kickbacks or get paid from both sides.

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How to work with us

We like to start with a phone call and a meeting to ensure that we are the right fit for your needs. From there we can set up a strategy session and walk you through our process, investment philosophy and price points.