Professionals Armidale 
Shane, affectionately known as Shaneo, is an Armidale original. He went to school at Drummond Memorial Public School and Armidale High. After high school, he briefly left Armidale to work on fishing boats up in Tweed Heads. He soon returned and picked up work as a bar manager. Ultimately, Shane pursued real estate and got his start over 25 years ago with Frank Spilsbury, another Armidale local with significant real estate experience. Later, Shane joined Uphill and Schaefer, where he was part of the team for many years. During that time, Shane bought into the business with Max Schaefer and his two daughters, Gail and Julie. “I am lucky enough to still be working with Julie here at Professionals after our merger in 2022.”
Shane says he’s a strong believer in getting a good start to the day with an early rise and some physical exercise. “It sets the tone for the rest of the day.” Fishing and camping have been his hobbies since he was a young boy. “These days I have my own boat and we duck over to Copeton Dam for some fishing or we head down the Macleay River and chase the bass. The family and I love exploring Armidale and the surrounding towns.”
Shane, being born and bred in Armidale, describes Armidale as a “special place in a great location”. Armidale is renowned for its definitive four seasons and Shane says he really likes that about the place. “Plus, it’s two hours from the coast, halfway to between Brisbane and Sydney, and it’s such a diverse town. There is something here for everyone and if you want to head away, you’re spoilt for choice.”
Versatile in real estate, Shane is an all-rounder. He can do it all. However, he enjoys working with hobby farms and acreage. “We have quite a large number of buyers interested in properties that are right on the edge of town. Although they don’t come up all that often. People who own those kinds of properties love where they live, and most aren’t looking to sell. Properties like that, they sell very well.”
Frank Spilsbury and Max Schaefer have both had an important impact on Shane as his long-standing mentors and friends. “I’ve been lucky enough to be trained by and work with both Frank and Max. Both of them have been top real estate agents in Armidale for a long time. Both of them are true gentlemen and they have both taught me a lot!”
Max used to say “Make sure your shoes are shiny and you’re on time”. Shane’s experience, honesty and integrity, are traits he has taken forward into his work in real estate and sets him apart from other agents in the area. There are a few skills Shane suggests are important for someone working in real estate. Honesty, empathy, and being a good listener. “In real estate, you’re a problem solver. Most people come to you with a property problem. They need to sell or move or have some other property-related problem. It’s our job to actively listen and have empathy with the people and the situation, and then map out their options for a successful resolution.” For Shane, real estate is about helping the people in his local community achieve their real estate goals and the services he can provide.
If you want to talk property, pick up the phone and give Shane a call. He is always up for a chat.
shane@proarmidale.com.au | 0407 412 651
