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Stella is a boutique real estate in the Illawarra and Wollondilly regions, directors Sutton Lawson and Emma Luchetti bring over 30 years combined real estate experience. Their unique approach to their field of work, which differentiates them from any other competitor, is the level of care and accuracy they put into the profession – alongside the transparency and honesty in which they treat each of their clients.

Tenant communication is more than just a soft skill in property management.It’s one great factor that affects your retur...
19/10/2026

Tenant communication is more than just a soft skill in property management.

It’s one great factor that affects your returns, yet it’s commonly one of the overlooked aspects in property management.

Swipe through to see how this actually works.

DM us if you want to talk through how we handle this for our owners.

This one came from Neil, a landlord based in far north Queensland.He's owned his investment property for almost 20 years...
18/10/2026

This one came from Neil, a landlord based in far north Queensland.

He's owned his investment property for almost 20 years and wanted someone he could genuinely trust to look after it from a distance.

Ana has been his main contact over the past year, and what stood out to Neil was the attention to detail, the promptness, and the consistency.

For an interstate owner, that peace of mind isn't a bonus. It's everything.

Knowing your property is being looked after properly, your obligations as a landlord are being met, and your tenant is being treated well, without having to chase anyone for updates, that's what good property management should feel like.

We're grateful for Neil's kind words and glad the experience has felt that way.

If you'd like that same level of support for your investment property, feel free to reach out.

We’ll say this loud and clearly as property managers…Owning an investment property shouldn’t mean being unprepared for e...
16/10/2026

We’ll say this loud and clearly as property managers…

Owning an investment property shouldn’t mean being unprepared for every repair, vacancy or change in the market.

A lot of the stress comes from small things being left too long, or decisions being made without looking at the full picture.

The right rent, early maintenance, a financial buffer, good insurance, and experienced advice all give you more control.

Swipe through for five practical tips we share with landlords.

Save this before your next property review.

There's no single best way to sell a property.The right method depends on your timeline, your goals, and the type of pro...
14/10/2026

There's no single best way to sell a property.

The right method depends on your timeline, your goals, and the type of property you have.

At Stella, we work across four main sales methods.

Private sale gives you control over timing and negotiation without the pressure of a public campaign.

Onsite auction creates competition in front of an audience, which can work well for the right property and market conditions.

Hybrid combines elements of both, useful when you want flexibility without closing off options early.

Timed auction sets a clear end date, building momentum while giving buyers time to prepare.

Knowing the difference matters before you commit to a campaign.

If you're thinking about selling and want to talk through which approach suits your property and situation, send us a message. Happy to chat.

Your rent statement should make sense without a follow-up call.A lot of owners receive their monthly statement and still...
12/10/2026

Your rent statement should make sense without a follow-up call.

A lot of owners receive their monthly statement and still aren't quite sure where everything went. What was the expense? Why was that deducted? Is that figure right?

Clear financial reporting is a basic part of property management. Rent received, expenses paid, net disbursements. Plain and simple.

If you regularly find yourself reading a statement and feeling more confused than informed, that's worth paying attention to.

You shouldn't need a translator for your own investment.

If you'd like to talk through what clearer reporting looks like in practice, feel free to reach out. Happy to chat.

Say hello to Alice Trajanovski, our Leasing Agent here at Stella.Alice made a career change from traffic control into re...
11/10/2026

Say hello to Alice Trajanovski, our Leasing Agent here at Stella.

Alice made a career change from traffic control into real estate, which tells you a lot about her straight away. Practical, focused, and not afraid to back herself.

She was drawn to property through a genuine love of homes and a curiosity about the market, and she's settled into leasing really naturally.

Outside of work, Alice plays goalkeeper for Coniston FC. Calm under pressure, reads the situation quickly, handles whatever comes at her. Honestly, pretty good qualities in a leasing agent too.

A few more things about Alice…

Her go-to coffee order is a chai latte, and on weekends you'll usually find her playing soccer, hanging out with her partner Cooper & trying out new places to eat.

Her favourite local spot is Pasta Bouy, and something most people don't know about her is she still sleeps with her teddy. haha

Say hello to Alice!

Many agencies will assign you to whoever is available.That's not how we work.At Stella, you have access to Emma or Sutto...
07/10/2026

Many agencies will assign you to whoever is available.

That's not how we work.

At Stella, you have access to Emma or Sutton. The people who own the business and have a genuine stake in getting things right for you.

That makes a real difference when a question comes up, a decision needs to be made, or something needs sorting quickly.

Accountability is a lot clearer when the person you're speaking to is the person responsible.

If that sounds like the kind of support you've been looking for, feel free to reach out. Happy to chat.

Many landlords assume their property manager collects rent and handles the odd maintenance call.That's about it.The actu...
05/10/2026

Many landlords assume their property manager collects rent and handles the odd maintenance call.

That's about it.

The actual role looks quite different.

We've written a simple-worded breakdown of what good property management covers day to day, and what you should genuinely expect from the person looking after your property.

Worth a read if you've ever wondered whether you're getting the full picture.

Click here to read the full blog: https://stellarealestate.au/what-does-a-property-manager-actually-do-day-to-day/

Taco Day has us thinking about one of Wollongong and Dapto’s local favourites.Amigos Mexican Restaurant has been part of...
03/10/2026

Taco Day has us thinking about one of Wollongong and Dapto’s local favourites.

Amigos Mexican Restaurant has been part of the local food scene for years, and for good reason.

They have a rich variety of tacos that you can choose from, aside from the fact that they’re also known for their signature wings.

So come on, let’s go and grab some taco!

Happy Taco Day, Amigos.

Bellambi is worth paying attention to right now.It sits right on the coast, close to Wollongong's C*D, and demand has st...
03/10/2026

Bellambi is worth paying attention to right now.

It sits right on the coast, close to Wollongong's C*D, and demand has stayed steady across both buyers and renters.

The suburb draws a real mix of people. Families, first-home buyers, and investors who appreciate the location without the premium price tag of suburbs closer to the city centre.

Rental demand has held up well, which matters if you own an investment property in the area or are considering one.

For buyers, it offers something that is getting harder to find along the Illawarra coast: reasonable entry, strong liveability, and proximity to everything that makes this region worth living in.

If you want to understand how your property sits in the current Bellambi market, feel free to reach out. Happy to talk it through.

Data sourced from realestate.com.au.

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241 Wilton Park Road
Picton, NSW
2571

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