Director & Lead Buyers Agent
Helping Investors & Athletes Build High-Performance Property Portfolios
I spent years chasing a premiership in semi-professional AFL. Setbacks, injuries, rebuilds. When we finally won it, I understood something that now shapes everything I do for clients: the gap between average and exceptional is almost never talent - it's process, discipline, and the right environment. I bought my first investment property in 2014 in Kallangur, Queensland. Since then I've built a growing portfolio and developed a clear, repeatable approach to finding, assessing, and securing the right properties - the kind most buyers never see. At The Nelis Group, I work with investors who are serious about building long-term wealth and want to do it without overpaying or wasting months on the wrong opportunities. My guarantee is simple: I'll make sure you don't overpay, I'll get you access to properties you'd never find on your own, and I'll save you months of stress in the process. That approach has been recognised across the industry. - Named one of 15 national expert contributors to the SPI Fast 50 2027, alongside some of Australia's most recognised buyers agents and analysts - Nominated across three categories at the 2026 Australian Buyers Agent Awards: Buyers Agent of the Year, Buyers Agency of the Year, and Referral Network of the Year - Guest on Smart Property Investment, Pizza and Property, and other industry platforms - REB Rising Star finalist, 2025 Ready to buy your next property? Send me a message.
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How Property Investors Should Position Themselves After the 2026 Federal Budget Changes The proposed 2026 federal budget changes have shifted the land...
Off-the-Plan Property and Negative Gearing: Why the Investment Case Hasn't Changed The negative gearing announcement hasn't changed my position on off...
Negative Gearing Reform and Rents: What the $2 Per Week Figure Is Actually Being Measured Against The Government's modelling puts the rent impact of n...
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Working with James and The Nelis Group was an outstanding experience from start to finish. They made what can often be a stressful process completely seamless and stress-free. James took the time to thoroughly understand our needs and criteria before beginning the search, which gave us immediate confidence that we were in capable hands. As two people with limited time to dedicate to property hunting, we are incredibly grateful for James' proactive approach. He managed the entire search process, including liaising with agents, which lifted a huge burden off our shoulders. His in-depth knowledge of the market and sharp attention to detail helped us secure an investment property that met all of our expectations. James’ extensive network and expertise in the national real estate landscape also opened up opportunities in multiple high-potential suburbs across the country, giving us flexibility and a strong selection of options to choose from. We truly enjoyed our buying experience with Jame
James and his team provide extremely thorough service throughout and post. They don’t miss a thing and are extremely diligent.
James went above and beyond for us with our SMSF property purchase. From day one, he assembled a team around us that we could genuinely trust, which made the entire process feel smooth and stress-free. What really stood out was his ability to execute a clear strategy and keep everything tracking smoothly throughout the entire process. His communication, professionalism, and attention to detail gave us a lot of confidence every step of the way. Thanks to James and his team, we achieved an excellent result and secured a property we’re extremely happy with. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a buyers agent who truly cares about getting the best outcome for their clients.
