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My Name Is Bond.. Deposit Bond.

If you’re buying a property in New South Wales but don’t have immediate access to cash for the deposit, a deposit bond could be the...
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The Wickham School of Arts and Its Famous Students: Henry Lawson and Sir William Dobell

Tucked into the historic suburb of Wickham in Newcastle, the Wickham School of Arts is one of the city’s most understated cultural landmarks. Located opposite the transport...
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Conditional Vs. Unconditional Contracts 

Have you been looking to buy a property and had Agents talk to you about whether your offer will be conditional or unconditional?  There’s a...
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A Croc for a Reebok? + Newcastle Region Market Stats 18th July 2025

When it comes to property transactions, the formal and legal part of the process is the exchanging of contracts. This outlines the terms and conditions...
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Anyone else getting distracted on Darby Street lately?

*Image Credit Archibald Prize 2017 NAGhttps://nag.org.au/exhibitions/current/archibald-prize-2017 Has anyone else found themselves getting distracted driving past the Art Gallery on Darby Street recently? The stunning transformation...
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One Size Fits One. 

Earlier this year I attended the Australian Real Estate Conference where we heard from New York City restaurateur Will Guidara. Will owned ‘Eleven on Madison...
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So, What Really Makes Up Property Value? Here’s The Road Map. 

Whether you are considering buying or selling, the question is always the same... what is this property worth? Well, it turns out there are a...
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Wait… What?! There’s a Swimming Pool Under Hunter Street Mall? 

That’s right. Hidden beneath Newcastle’s bustling Hunter Street Mall lies the forgotten remains of a swimming pool that once made waves in local history —...
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The Diary of a Strata Property.. Buyers Beware, Sellers Prepare.

Whether you are looking at buying a strata title property or selling one, the strata inspection report will be your best friend when it comes...
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The 4 P’s in Real Estate

In any given week, I will spend alot of my time talking to each of my clients about at least one, if not all of...
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Amazing agent! . Luke is extremely professional and knowledgeable. He takes his work very seriously. We knew we were in good hands and could trust and rely upon him throughout the process to achieve a wonderful outcome for us selling our loved family property. We cannot recommend Luke enough!!

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Luke is humble, kind and a skilled negotiator. We have found him to be a standout human in an industry that's not highly regarded. It can be difficult to know who to trust - we can trust Luke and Murdoch Property - he's not flashy & genuinely cares.

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Highly recommended. Luke's approach to selling is friendly yet very professional, consistent, prompt and thorough in his communication. He made the process so much easier than we imagined and provided much needed support and advice that helped achieve the sale. His Newcastle market knowledge was outstanding and communicated in an easy to understand manner. Back office support from Diana was also greatly appreciated. I highly recommend Luke and his team to anyone seeking to sell their home.

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Calm, Professional and Trustworthy from Start to Finish. Selling our property was a significant decision, and I am so grateful I had Luke Murdoch guiding me through the process. What I appreciated most about Luke was his calm and steady nature. No matter what was happening, he remained approachable, level-headed, and reassuring. He took the time to explain things clearly, answered my questions honestly, and never made me feel like I was a bother. Luke is incredibly knowledgeable, but what sets him apart is the way he combines that knowledge with genuine care for his clients. He was always accessible, kept me informed throughout the sale, and regularly went above and beyond what I expected from a real estate agent. Selling a home can be stressful, but Luke's professionalism, patience, and even temperament made the whole experience feel much easier. He's not only an excellent agent but also an all-round good guy who genuinely wants the best outcome for the people he works with. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Luke to anyone looking to sell their property.

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Luke was fantastic throughout the entire process of purchasing our home. His communication was excellent from start to finish, always keeping us informed and happy to answer any questions we had. He was honest, professional, and genuinely easy to deal with, which made the whole experience much less stressful. What stood out most was his integrity and straightforward approach. We always felt like we were getting honest advice, and he went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. I would highly recommend Luke to anyone looking to buy or sell a property. A great real estate agent and an all-round good bloke.

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“5 STARS” are just not enough …! We hadn’t sold or purchased a property in over 25 years - so the prospect of selling was daunting. From the start however, Luke made the process extremely streamline - explained the process, and what to expect. Luke has a very fine tuned selling process which saw our investment property - photographed, on the website and open houses within 2 weeks we had ample offers to make a decision after this short period - which was based On Luke following up all offers ensuring they had finance etc approved. We had a tenant who had just moved out of this property - and Luke was extremely patient and informative of his processing the sale of our property to the tenant. this ensured a very smooth transition to selling the property vacant.

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Can’t recommend Luke enough his manner and professionalism filled me with confidence.. he made it a stress free sale

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An easy experience from start to finish . Luke is straight forward, professional and a great communicator. His knowledge of the Newcastle market is extensive and good to to have when you are making big decisions. I bought and sold simultaneously with Luke and the process was smooth and hassle-free.