Professionals Real Estate 
Seasoned real estate agents Pat and Michele Cutcliffe are gearing up for a new phase of growth in Orange under the Professionals banner.
Professionals Orange opened on 1st November, following a rebranding that agency principal Mr Cutcliffe said was aimed at better servicing the local property market which is being supported by the ongoing strength of the regional economy.
“I see Professionals and the culture of the organisation as being a very good fit for our business going forward,” said Mr Cutcliffe.
“The name itself reflects how we run our business and the culture of the entire Professionals organisation aligns perfectly with that of our team.”
Professionals Orange, located at 23 Sale Street, had been formerly operating as LJ Hooker Orange for almost two decades.
Professionals Real Estate Group chief executive officer David Crombie said he was excited about the agency’s switch.
“We are very proud to have an office of this quality and reputation representing the brand,” said Mr Crombie.
“This closely ties in with our new targeting strategy of bringing on larger established quality agencies.”
The Professionals Orange team comprises the office’s existing staff of nine who look after property sales, management, administration and support.
“The team is very excited about the changes ahead and the benefits this will bring our business,” said Mr Cutcliffe.
“The Professionals network gives us a solid platform to service the local market, as well as the tools and support to align our business with the growth opportunities ahead.
“The Orange property market has been quite strong for a number of years now, and it’s only going to get better as the Cadia mine expansion gets under way.”
Newcrest recently approved a $685 million expansion of the Cadia gold mine, which is said to be the company’s most productive asset. It plans to significantly increase the mine’s production capacity from the 2023 financial year.
“The property market is already very strong in Orange and that’s reflected in the current shortage of property listings,” said Mr Cutcliffe.
“The expansion of the mine will bring and extra 400 workers into the region during the construction phase, so we can expect the market to continue ticking along for a few years yet.
“We’re primed for that growth now through the Professionals network which will help ensure that we service the needs of the local market the best way possible.”
