Fiona Hawley

Director at Ray White Swan Hill

My market Swan Hill (VIC), Beverford (VIC), Lake Boga (VIC)

About Fiona Hawley

As a leading real estate sales agent in Swan Hill, ‘organisation’ and ‘negotiation’ are my secret weapons. Whether I am selling a home via private treaty or auction, my sales strategies ensure each property sells fast and achieves an excellent price. Women play a vital role in real estate but until I started my own business, there hadn’t been a female real estate agency principal in Swan Hill. Our team's forward-thinking and proactive approach sees us sell approximately 50% of homes in our region each year. That’s not because we’re bigger but because clients come back to us seeking a personal connection, an honest perspective and high level of customer service. My approach with home sales is to be methodical and maintain a sense of calm. Regular communication with both home sellers and buyers ensures all parties know the state of play and where they stand. It’s important to me that my clients know that I’ll act in their best interest and keep their needs and goals front of mind. Prior to real estate, I spent 10 years with Bendigo Building Society and Bendigo Bank. During this time, I got to know many people from Swan Hill and our surrounding towns. Can you believe that kids whose piggy bank accounts I helped set up are now buying property from me? How time flies! My banking background has proven useful. Understanding how the home loan process works and what the bank needs to provide pre-approvals means I’m able to help buyers get in a position to buy a home sooner. Often, parents of first home buyers send their children to me because I have a good relationship with them. With any group of home sellers or buyers, young or old, patience is key to achieving a successful result with less stress within an optimum time frame. It’s important for me to keep in mind that my clients don’t have the knowledge or wealth of experience I have, so I must help steer them in the right direction and make informed decisions. If you’re looking for an experienced sales agent who understands, excels at and loves the process of real estate sales, reach out for a friendly chat.