Matthew Klauss and his wife Esther launched Professionals Kallangur last month, marking Matthew’s first agency after transitioning from the motor vehicle industry to real estate six years ago.
The office is strategically positioned on Kallangur’s main street to serve the diverse local market.
“The transition felt like a natural progression, combining my background in vehicle sales with my passion for property and investment,” Mr Klauss said.
The Kallangur office is one of five new locations to open under Professionals’ refreshed brand, which is being implemented across 190 offices throughout Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea. This ambitious overhaul represents a new chapter for the almost 50-year-old network.
Mr Klauss cited the network’s membership model as a key factor in his decision to join Professionals.
“Everyone works together as part of a bigger team, so you’re not left to fend for yourself, and the name is respected wherever you go in Australia,” he said.
Professionals CEO Sean Hanneberry welcomed the newest Queensland office, highlighting its strategic importance.
“Matthew and Esther provide a strategic boost to our presence in the state’s southeast,” he said.
The Moreton Bay region is projected to welcome more than 300,000 new residents by 2046, making it an ideal location for business expansion. Mr Klauss, who has lived and worked locally for 15 years, has witnessed the area’s evolution firsthand.
“After living and working locally for 15 years, I’ve seen the region evolve. Moreton Bay has something for everyone – families, investors, first-home buyers and up-sizers. It’s transforming with rezoning and higher density, making it a particularly exciting time to be establishing a new business,” Mr Klauss said.
Starting as a team of two, the Klauss couple has ambitious growth plans, aiming to add both a sales agent and property manager to grow their rent roll.
They emphasise the importance of building a strong foundation and investing in the right people at the right time.
The Professionals network’s investment in technology and support systems has proven valuable for the new office.
“Professionals investment in technology partnerships and network support has been a game-changer for the launch of our new office. Everything we need is at our fingertips – marketing resources, tech backing and advice available across the team,” Mr Klauss said.
“Being part of Professionals, with our shared values and genuine support for our growth, feels like the perfect fit.”
