About Rebecca Herbst
Commencing her real estate career in 1997, Rebecca brings an exponential wealth of industry knowledge to the relentless team at Century 21 Josie Smith and Co. Holding a full Real Estate License, qualified in Sales, Property Management and Business Studies, Rebecca is also a Licensed Auctioneer.
Providing a competitive edge thanks to her in-depth industry knowledge, Rebecca possesses the indispensable experience needed to guide her clients through all real estate situations to achieve the best possible outcome. In addition to appraising, listing, selling and auctioning property for new, repeat and referral clients, during her career Rebecca has also been responsible for the day-to-day operations of three real estate offices, hiring and training of both sales & administration staff and assisting Franchisees with their existing offices and travelling all over Australia to set up new offices. A big believer in practicing what you preach, Rebecca owns multiple investment properties, and always has her finger on the pulse of the real estate market.
Ambitious and passionate; Rebecca’s highly approachable nature and organisational skills, continuous thirst for knowledge, and undeniable integrity is what sets her apart from her peers. Over the course of her highly successful career, Rebecca’s strong reputation has been built on providing immeasurable client and customer service.
When Rebecca is not listing and selling property, you will find her spending time with her husband, two adult children, their partners and her grandson, or cruising with her car club on the roads around Ipswich and beyond.
Rebecca has been an REIQ Member since 2014, on the REIQ Residential Sales Chapter Committee since 2015, was a REIQ Residential Salesperson of the Year Finalist in 2017, voted Chair of the REIQ Residential Sales Chapter Committee from 2018 to 2020, and was the REIQ Zone Chair for Southern Suburbs from 2020 to 2024
Awards & Recognition
Bronze Award - First Quarter 2024
Silver Award - Second Quarter 2024
Education & Certifications
Full Real Estate License
Licensed Auctioneer
REIQ Zone Chair for Southern Suburbs
Community Support
Partnered with Hannah's House - Hannah’s House provides crisis accommodation and mobile support to young women who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. They have been assisting young women since 1982 by empowering and supporting them to implement positive change in their lives.
Hannah's House offers a safe, caring and encouraging environment where young women can come in a time of crisis. During their stay at Hannah's House, their caring staff work alongside them to help get their lives back on track.
Linking the young women with support networks within the community based on their needs and circumstances. Hannah's House also provides many different services to assist young women in setting goals and seeing positive outcomes where they can live successfully and independently.
Testimonials
????? Seller of studio in South Brisbane, QLD
Excellent knowledge of my property.
Stress free selling for me with all the expert help and assistance given to me from the very first call I made.
couldn't be more satisfied.
????? Seller of apartment in Highgate Hill, QLD
Rebecca did a great job appraising and selling our property.
We achieved our price goal with a quick seamless sale it was a great outcome !
????? Seller of apartment in Kelvin Grove, QLD
Rebecca was prompt and helpful in getting the listing for my property online and was immediately available when a buyer called and requested an inspection, going above and beyond to sell the property as quickly as possible. Rebecca was timely with all communication and was communicating with me well outside of business hours. I can't thank her enough for making the sale go smoothly and quicker than possibly any sale I've ever seen!
?????Seller of house in Yamanto, QLD
Rebecca did an outstanding job selling our house. She was professional, friendly and a pleasure to deal with. We sold quickly and were very happy with the price. Thanks again, Rebecca!
????? Buyer of apartment in Newmarket, QLD
Rebecca made buying our first home such a great experience. She was open, and honest and answered all our questions perfectly!
????? Seller of apartment in Newmarket, QLD
The agency has been fantastic to work with in managing our property so when it came time to sell – it was a no-brainer. We handled it over to Rebecca and she has been incredible in achieving a sale of our apartment. My wife and I would like to sincerely thank Rebecca for all her efforts, guidance and total professionalism here. We have no hesitation in recommending Rebecca to others.
????? Seller of apartment in South Brisbane, QLD
Being a country investor that is a Real Estate Agency and know the pathways and process can only say just how Rebecca was. Her efforts in selling the property for ask price and achieving that was outstanding. She works hard, consistently engaged with buyers and sellers and communicates with you effortlessly and diligently. Rebecca demonstrated gold-standard knowledge, skill and practiced her craft very well. She enjoys challenge and sets the bar high, says what see will do and does it true.
????? Seller of apartment in South Brisbane, QLD
I have used many agents in recent years and Rebecca is a stand out. What I like about Rebecca is 'she is real' and importantly she is a great communicator. Rebecca was always proactive and kept me informed of progress which is something lacking in other agents. Never once did I have to chase Rebecca for an update.
I have no hesitation in recommending Rebecca.
????? Seller of apartment in New Farm, QLD
Rebecca was recommended to us by friends, and I would give her 10 stars if I could! She worked tirelessly for the sale of our unit, and in the time frame we had hoped for. Rebecca was very easy to work with, and was always considerate when booking any property inspections outside of the Open Houses.
We were very happy with her sales process, and the price we received for our property.
We have dealt with many sales agents previously, and have never had such a pleasurable experience. Thank you.
????? Seller of apartment in Hamilton, QLD
Terri and I would like to thank you for your fantastic work during the recent sale of our Portside Apartment at Hamilton.
We really appreciated your guidance, professionalism, advice and your hard work. We loved the way you kept us informed at every step of the sale process and the way you kept us updated after each Open Inspection.
It was an absolute pleasure dealing with you and your support team we would have no hesitation in recommending you to others.
????? Buyer of apartment in South Brisbane, QLD
It was a pleasure to work with you…Thanks for your help and support.
????? Buyer of apartment in West End, QLD
Rebecca was a pleasure to buy from and was always punctual and friendly to talk with. She was able to make appointments and changes last minute to suit our needs and made the process very smooth.
????? Seller of apartment in West End, QLD
Rebecca did an amazing job, going above and beyond to guide us through renovations that would give us the greatest increase in sale price. We appreciated her experience and expertise in market trends to get the best value for our money. She then oversaw the work; her communication was excellent including many photos and we were never left wondering how the renovations proceeded.
Rebecca worked hard to get us a sale above list price after two days on the market. A fantastic result!
????? Buyer of apartment in West End, QLD
We had a pleasant buying experience thanks to Rebecca who was genuinely friendly, helpful and available, and reliable.
????? Seller of apartment in West End, QLD
Rebecca is a very professional selling agent. Kept us fully informed every step of the way. Negotiated amicably with the tenant, who presented the property in a good light. Listened to us when we were discussing selling price and managed to achieve better than the asking price. We are very happy with the end result. Would highly recommend Rebecca to others.
????? Seller of apartment in West End, QLD
Dear Rebecca,
I would like to thank you for the outstanding job you have done during the sale of our West End apartment.
We really appreciated your open and straightforward approach and the fact that you kept us informed at every step of the way.
We also appreciated your honesty and the sound commercial advice that you provided during the negotiation process.
It was an absolute pleasure dealing with you and I would have no hesitation in recommending you to others.
????? Seller of apartment in South Brisbane, QLD
Rebecca has been wonderful with two property sales for us. She is totally professional and kept us very well informed during the sales period. Rebecca went well beyond what we would have expected with her work and is a really lovely, genuine person. She is totally reliable and as we are interstate investors this was important for us.
We would thoroughly recommend Rebecca to anyone selling their property.
????? Seller of apartment in West End, QLD
Rebecca was very helpful, knowledgeable and attentive. She always responded in a timely manner and guided us expertly through the home buying process.
????? Seller of house in Ipswich, QLD
Rebecca has great knowledge of the housing market and made selling my house quick and easy.
????? Buyer of house in Ipswich, QLD
We had an exceptional experience through Rebecca. She is genuine, approachable and 100% reliable. She appreciates that home-buying and selling can be a daunting process and she possesses the industry expertise to advise, assist and guide the process along with sensitivity, intuition and compassion. All this with uncompromising professionalism. We would unreservedly recommend her for future buyers and sellers alike.
????? Seller of apartment in Dutton Park, QLD
Rebecca was wonderful from the beginning to the end of the sale. I was most impressed with her attention to detail, communication, and persistent effort in attending to potential buyers. I would, without hesitation, ask Rebecca to be involved in my next sale.
????? Seller of house in Bundamba, QLD
Rebecca was great to deal with. She is extremely professional and even helped stage my property. I was very happy with the price I got. Great job Rebecca, thank you again.
????? Buyer of apartment in Brisbane City, QLD
Fantastic and genuine support throughout the entire process, including much-welcomed check-ins following (unexpected) delays in completion. Would happily recommend Rebecca.
????? Seller of apartment in Fortitude Valley, QLD
Thank you again for your very friendly and efficient manner during the sale of my property in Fortitude Valley. You have handled our requirements generously and have welcomed our conversations with genuine interest and full disclosure. This has made the whole process of the sale of the property, one of ease. We have the highest regard for your professionalism and your personal care.
????? Buyer of apartment in Brisbane City, QLD
Rebecca's knowledge of the CBD and buildings I had interest in was excellent. She has good communication skills and her email and phone follow up very good. Importantly I have now settled the property and the follow up and service has been high quality. Some examples are helping with ensuring the appendix of items correct, helping with electricity providers, gas and hot water. Car parking and son.
????? Seller of apartment in Brisbane City, QLD
Rebecca put so much time and effort into the sale of our property, thank you for everything you’ve done to make it happen. Also appreciated the time you spent helping us navigate the process and your standard of excellence made all the difference. We feel privileged (and we are in luck) that you were our real estate agent. Will definitely ask for you again for selling or buying and will not hesitate to recommend your service.
?????Seller of apartment in South Brisbane, QLD
Choosing the right agent is never easy, and in an industry with an oftentimes poor reputation, Rebecca has been the ultimate professional. Throughout our selling experience, her work ethic, communication and honesty, have without doubt led to the amazing result for the sale of our property. Rebecca is a standout example of what hard work, good character and in depth experience within the industry can deliver for the vendor. We would have no hesitation in highly recommending Rebecca.
????? Seller of townhouse in Kelvin Grove, QLD
I first met Rebecca when she was selling a property in the neighbourhood. I knew straight away she was the person I wanted to sell my home. I never doubted Rebecca would meet my price expectations. If you are wanting a person who is passionate about working with you then you need to talk to Rebecca, you will not be disappointed.
I never doubted you Rebecca, you got what I have always said my home is worth. Thank you.
????? Seller of house in Toowong, QLD
Rebecca Herbst is the best – an excellent agent. She was professional and personal! She was honest, upfront, extremely communicative and easy to reach to answer any queries. She is always updated with what’s going on in the market. Absolutely very thorough and great to work with. Rebecca made selling property a breeze! Highly recommended!
????? Buyer of townhouse in Kelvin Grove, QLD
Rebecca, was fabulous to deal with. Always prompt at getting back to us with any and all questions. She made the whole process super easy!! Always cheerful and couldn’t do enough for you.
????? Buyer of apartment in Hamilton, QLD
Rebecca was very helpful and knowledgeable. The buying experience was great.