Established Kellyville agency joins First National

First National Real Estate has strengthened its presence in Sydney’s Hills District following the transition of Harcourts Kellyville to First National Kellyville.

Led by Director Raj Bhandari, the established sales and property management business has operated from North Kellyville since 2019. Its experienced team serves homeowners, buyers, investors and landlords across Kellyville, North Kellyville, Box Hill, The Gables and surrounding suburbs.

Mr Bhandari began his property career in lending in 2000 before moving into real estate in 2011. He has since owned and operated real estate businesses, building experience across property finance, residential sales, auctions and property management.

He said the decision to join First National followed a careful assessment of the support available to independently owned agencies.

‘We wanted to retain the independence that allows us to make decisions in the interests of our clients and local community, while gaining access to stronger corporate support, professional development and property management resources,’ Mr Bhandari said.

‘First National’s cooperative structure was particularly appealing. It gives us the opportunity to learn from other business owners, contribute to the direction of the network and access systems that will help our team continue to develop.

‘Our clients will continue dealing with the same local people they know and trust. What changes is the level of support, technology, marketing and training available behind our team.’

First National Kellyville provides residential sales, property management and auction services. Mr Bhandari said the agency would continue to focus on clear communication, considered property advice and skilled negotiation.

‘Property decisions can have a lasting effect on a person’s financial position and future plans. Our role is to understand what each client needs, explain their options clearly and work towards the strongest possible outcome,’ he said.

‘We have an experienced sales team supported by property management professionals who understand the responsibilities that come with managing an investment. Bringing that experience together under First National gives our clients continuity across the full property journey.’

First National Real Estate Chief Executive Officer David Edwards welcomed Mr Bhandari and his team to the cooperative network.

‘Raj has built an established business with strong local relationships and a clear commitment to both sales and property management,’ Mr Edwards said.

‘His decision comes amid a surge of interest in First National from established franchisees who are reassessing whether their current network provides the support, value and flexibility their businesses now require.

‘Agency owners are looking more closely at what they receive for their fees, how much influence they have over network decisions and whether their brand helps them remain competitive in a changing market. First National’s cooperative model is proving increasingly relevant to those conversations.’

Mr Bhandari said joining First National marked a new stage for the business rather than a change in its local priorities.

‘We have served this community since 2019 and remain focused on building lasting relationships with the people who live and invest here,’ he said.

‘Becoming First National Kellyville allows us to build on that foundation. We are looking forward to contributing to the network and showing our clients what this next chapter means for them.’

First National Kellyville operates from 12/21 Hezlett Road, North Kellyville.