Built by Investors, for Investors
The “Start Small” Story
We didn't just study property management; we lived it. At Start Small Property, we are property owners, landlords, and former tenants ourselves. Established in 2015, we built this agency out of necessity. After experiencing the frustration of poor management and the financial losses that followed, we decided to create the standard we demanded but never received.
We aren't just managing your properties; we are managing the same challenges we’ve successfully navigated in our own portfolios. No more disappointment—just property management done right, the way it should have been all along.
Because we have "skin in the game," our perspective is fundamentally different from a standard agency. Our firsthand experience translates into a superior service for you.
What Sets Us Apart
Landlord-Aligned Decisions
We view every expense and vacancy through the eyes of an owner. We protect your investment and your bottom line as if it were our own.
The "Fair but Firm" Approach
Having been on all sides of the lease, we know how to keep tenants happy while maintaining the firm boundaries required to protect your asset.
Battle-Tested Solutions
Our expertise isn't based on a textbook. It’s forged from real-world, over a decade worth of experience as an agency, ensuring we have practical solutions for even the most complex rooming scenarios.
Meet Sean
Founder & Principal Licensee | Co-Living Property Specialist
A prolific property investor and developer with a career forged on high-yield asset creation. Commencing his investment journey in his early 20s, Sean has driven an extensive track record spanning complex subdivisions, duplex construction, structural renovations, and specialist co-living conversions. As Principal, his deep development intelligence allows him to unlock maximum financial potential for investors while maintaining elite operational standards across the ecosystem.
Meet May
Director of Operations
The creative and operational anchor of Start Small Property Group. Blending years of property management expertise with an elite background in interior design and spatial staging, May orchestrates our financial infrastructure and leadership team. Her distinct artistic eye ensures our portfolio assets are flawlessly presented to command maximum market yields.
Meet Erica
Senior Property Manager
A seasoned industry professional with extensive experience since 2016. Erica infuses our property management division with deep operational knowledge and a dedicated personal touch, consistently driving team efficiency and securing premium outcomes for our clients.
Meet Kim
Senior Property Manager
A formidable force in the Townsville market since 2016. Kim commands our North Queensland portfolio with complete autonomy, bringing a decade of comprehensive real estate and strata expertise. Renowned for her proactive problem-solving and elite communication, she delivers an elite, end-to-end management experience for landlords, tenants, and contractors alike.
Meet Georgia
Assistant Property Manager
Driving our day-to-day on-the-ground operations with absolute energy. Georgia manages premium property inspections, coordinates personalised tenant viewings, and ensures every inquiry is met with the swift, high-standard service that defines the Start Small experience.
Meet Wendell
Property Management Administrator
Bringing years of specialised real estate experience to our operations desk. Wendell manages end-to-end administration, coordinates property inquiries, and drives our rigorous tenant application processing with absolute precision.