Known for his energy, expertise and ethical approach to business, Greg Bates has a deserved reputation as one of the leading real estate professionals on the NSW North Coast. A licensed agent and a skilled auctioneer, Greg has over 13 years experience in real estate and has achieved some outstanding results in this time. Formerly part of LJ Hooker, Greg received numerous company awards for his achievements in sales.  Determined to keep on raising the bar, Greg has now joined McGrath and is managing principal at McGrath Port Macquarie.  

Greg specialises in properties in Port Macquarie, Wauchope, Lake Cathie/Bonny Hills and Laurieton. An astute reader of the local property market, Greg is in his element when assisting people with residential sales.  He says he “thrives on the challenge of achieving the best possible result for clients when selling.” Noting that peoples’ homes are usually their largest asset, Greg adds that he’s “aware of how daunting the process of selling can be”. As a result he does his “utmost to minimise stress.” In practice, this means Greg keeps in constant contact with clients.  Known for his hard work and diligence, Greg provides his clients with daily updates about the sale process. As he says, “clients need to know that you’re doing your utmost on their behalf.”  A talented marketer and a skilled negotiator, Greg has acquired a loyal client base due to the results he’s achieved via sale and auction.  

Passionate about living and working in the Port Macquarie region, Greg says that “local knowledge is incredibly useful when it comes to assisting clients with their property needs; it’s what enables you to match people with property.” Described as  “a great listener”, Greg is known for the sincere interest he takes in his clients. Those who’ve purchased property from Greg will attest to his energy and enthusiasm. When helping clients purchase a home Greg meets with them frequently to discuss properties on the market. Once a suitable property is found, Greg says he “does everything I can to ensure they can make their purchase. I liaise with mortgage brokers, solicitors and building and pest inspectors.” A born problem-solver, Greg notes that the process of purchasing a property is “usually a new experience potentially quite challenging. I really enjoy being able to help people at every step.” 

Given his client-first approach, it’s no surprise that Greg enjoys being part of McGrath. Greg says he’s had “a life-long interest in real estate - I always knew I’d work in the sector. As a result, I recognise how much McGrath has changed the nature of real estate in Australia. McGrath is all about professionalism and this is something I appreciate, as professionalism is what guarantees clients the best results.” 

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We wish to express our appreciation and thanks to you on achieving the successful sale of our Lake Innes property.

Your professional and empathic approach to the whole process was exception.

Small ‘extras’ such as flowers presented prior to the initial open house inspection and a complimentary dinner for two at a local restaurant, following the completion of the sale/settlement were much appreciated.

We gladly recommend (and already have done so), your agency to our friends and associates.

With our thanks and best wishes, 

Lawrie and Joy Stark

I write this email in gratification of the excellent attention to detail that the staff of McGrath Real Estate Provided for us! This resulted in a quick and fine result for my Wife and I. Whilst selling a home is always a very disturbing time! Greg and Todd, Bates, and all their staff were only too happy to return calls within minutes if we had any questions we wanted clarified, I would have no hesitation of recommending McGrath to any person who wished to sell their property.

Roy & Doreen Oliver

Thank you so much for all your hard work that you did to get the house sold. We are very happy with the outcome and yes we are glad that it has finally sold. We have been impressed with your team, especially yourself and Leanne. Thank you for your professionalism, for always keeping us up to date and for being available to answer any queries that we had. Thanks again and we'll definitely be in touch if we ever need to sell our house - but hopefully that is a long way down the track.

Kind regards, Fiona and  Peter 

A big thank you from Vera and I. As you know when I buy or sell real estate I like to move fast. Your highly organised and skilled approach allowed us to sell one in hours and the other in days. A result often talked about but seldom seen. A flawless performance. Finally, the effort you made to see our house in Bellevue Hill sell, was over and above anything we expected. 

Yours sincerely

Warwick Betts 

Julie and I wish to express our appreciation and thanks to you and all the McGrath team on achieving a great and successful result on the sale of our home and the purchase of our new home as well.

Your professionalism and attention to detail by you, and the staff was excellent, taking away much of the stress and giving us confidence in the best results achieved.

To all staff, outstanding, nothing was too much, with friendly smiles and making us feel so important, always answering our questions.  Reply was quick, efficient, by phone and to achieve the right outcome.

The flower arrangement which arrived for our open house inspection was really beautiful, setting the stage as a warm welcome into our home.

I do not hesitate in recommending, and we have already done so, that McGrath is a leading agency for the region of the Hastings.

My wife and I wish to Thank you all for all you have done for us, I believe friendships have been made, we wish the team very success for the future.

Julie and James Chissell 

Thank you for acting as our agent in the recent sale of our property which has just been completed.  Thank you for your professional assistance throughout the process.  I found you maintained an excellent balance of being assertive in your suggestions but also strictly following our instructions.  I would recommend your services to others.  Once again thanks for your assistance.

 Dr Brian Parsonage 

Dear McGrath Team

Simon and I reflected on some of the biggest decisions we have had to make in our lives so far.

Marriage came first, young, fresh out of college it seemed an easy one for us.

Secondly buying our first home, unfortunately McGraths had not yet moved into Port Macquarie, however we managed to get through the process with support from our families and friends.

Thirdly parenthood was thrust upon us.  So armed with a spoonful of knowledge and a very large dose of blissful naivety our first baby was born.  She made it and we scraped through.

Like most big decisions they don’t seem so huge in hindsight.  So with a whole lot more knowledge we thought we would try the baby recipe three more times.

That brings me to that fourth big decision.  Selling our first home.  It was one of those decisions we toyed with for quite a while.  So with the absolute support of Donna, Greg and the team we stepped forward nervously excited.  From Leanne in the office setting up McGrath preschool for our kids to Cassie on the front desk greeting us with an ever cheery smile.

Donna guided us through the process and made the whole experience so much easier for us.  She is one of those people who both Simon and I felt very at ease with from the moment we met her.  Driven but not pushy, direct but not overbearing, knowledgeable but not condescending and above all genuine.

So having come through the other side of yet another big decision we feel so much better equipped to do it all again and when we do McGrath with most certainly be out first call.

Sincerely Ineka Martin