REAL ESTATE
"Believe me, my young friend, there is nothing half so much worth doing as simply messing about with property."
Donald’s property journey began at 19. A part-time job cleaning floors at Coles before uni didn’t leave much room for savings, but after reading Jan Somers’ Building Wealth Through Investment Property, he knew he had to start somewhere. With determination, a $5,000 early inheritance from his grandparents, and four credit cards became his deposit for a one-bedroom unit in St Kilda.
That first purchase was more than just a property—it was the beginning of a lifelong passion. Over the years, Donald has invested, renovated, subdivided, built, and sold across all different types of properties. Each deal, both failures and successes sharpened his eye for seeing value where others don’t and taught him how to navigate both the simplest and most complex negotiations.
Now a licensed real estate agent, Donald brings this depth of experience to his clients. His work spans:
● Residential and commercial sales
● Buyer advocacy and acquisitions
● Portfolio strategy and structuring
With a background in accounting, finance, building, business strategy, and sales, Donald offers more than just market knowledge—he provides a holistic perspective shaped by decades of hands-on experience. For Donald, real estate isn’t just about transactions. It’s about helping people move forward—whether that’s securing a first home, selling a cherished property, or building a portfolio that supports their future. Through Blanksby Advisory, he shares the lessons of his journey to make yours simpler, smarter, and more rewarding