We are a real estate company founded by award-winning, local agents.
meet the team.
Our dedicated team of local agents strive for excellence with every client and transaction and pride themselves on the many happy customers they have helped sell their property with the use of their extensive knowledge of the industry.
“The team's home-grown knowledge of the area, together with their undoubted skill and dedication, made selling our property uncomplicated and stress-free as selling a property can be.”
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For the past ten years, Blake has been a reliable real estate agent on the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. He began his career at both Maleny & Hinterland Real Estate and Mapleton Realty, where he gained valuable experience and learned the ins and outs of the business. With a solid foundation, Blake and Kenny Knight took a big step in 2022 by purchasing Mapleton Realty. They soon renamed it The Ottiam Group, expanding their services to cover not just the Hinterland but also the Coast and areas as far as Brisbane.
Blake is well-known for understanding the real estate market deeply and connecting effectively with clients. He combines thorough market analysis with a personal touch to provide top-notch advice and service. Over the years, Blake has mastered the blend of traditional and innovative marketing methods, achieving the best outcomes for his clients and building lasting relationships.
Starting in a competitive field, Blake quickly established himself as a leading agent. His work on significant Sunshine Coast development projects helped him create a strong network with builders, developers, and other agents.
Now, with a decade of dedication to real estate, Blake continues to commit to his clients. Keeping up with the latest market trends and leveraging his extensive network, he aims to offer an unparalleled experience.
Kenny kicked off his career in real estate in 2014, starting as a Sales & Commercial Leasing Executive. He quickly demonstrated his expertise by handling a wide variety of properties, including commercial, retail, industrial sites, and new developments. Kenny’s experience spans across both commercial and residential sectors, where he has led numerous successful sales campaigns using auctions, expressions of interest, and private sales. Over the years, he’s worked with a diverse group of clients, from property developers and private investors to corporate institutions.
In 2018, Kenny became a part of the Mapleton Realty team, further solidifying his career on the Sunshine Coast. His lifelong residency in the area, combined with his education at Nambour High School and Sunshine Coast University, has given him an unrivalled understanding of the local market and community.
Kenny’s deep-rooted passion for the Sunshine Coast and its lifestyle fuels his motivation in real estate. He believes in the importance of a good agent’s role in securing deals that leave everyone satisfied. His extensive local knowledge and keen negotiation skills are key to his approach, ensuring the best outcomes for all involved.
In 2022, Kenny, alongside Blake, made a significant move by acquiring Mapleton Realty. Together, they launched The Ottiam Group, aiming to extend their exceptional real estate services beyond the Hinterland to the Coast and as far as Brisbane. With The Ottiam Group, Kenny continues to offer his expert guidance and local knowledge, focusing on achieving the best possible outcomes for vendors and buyers alike.
In the dynamic world of property management, Sam stands as a pillar of dedication and expertise. With a genuine knack for bridging the needs of property owners and tenants, she has carved a name for herself in the industry, becoming a go-to property manager in the region.
In her role, Sam oversees a diverse portfolio of properties, always ensuring they’re well-maintained and home to the best possible tenants. Her approach is a perfect blend of professionalism and personal touch, fostering smooth, enduring tenant relationships and safeguarding property owners’ investments.
Outside of her work commitments, Sam is a keen nature enthusiast who loves a good bushwalk and discovering new locales. She’s a firm believer in maintaining a healthy work-life balance, an ethos that brings a burst of vibrant energy and enthusiasm to her role.
Choose Sam for a property management experience marked by care, commitment, and top-notch service.
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A Director at Featherby Financial Planning. Jaye’s key strengths lie in his ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
With a background in paraplanning, his skill set incorporates strategic financial planning in insurance and superannuation strategies, wealth management and estate planning.
Jaye continuously strives to grow his knowledge through education and involvement within the industry.
Jaye strongly believes that in financial planning, the role of adviser should be to achieve the clients financial goals and provide them with the best possible outcome.
In his spare time, you will find Jaye in the surf, on the golf course or at a Broncos game.
Qualifications and Affiliations:
- Bachelor of Commerce (Financial Planning)
- Authorised Representative (No. 1267028)
- AFA Member
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the ottiam group difference.
We assist sellers in achieving the best possible result in pricing, presenting, and marketing their properties for sale. Our team provide a tailored consumer experience to all of our clients, because what works for one person or property may not work for another.
Prices, market values and marketing strategies are our primary concern. Embracing new ideas and daring thinking, being authentic and open, being responsive and accessible are some of the values that we hold dear.