ACRES

Q: What does ACRES do?

ACRES (Australian Commercial & Residential Group) is a vertically integrated property platform that combines development site sales, project marketing, strategic acquisitions, residential sales, capital structuring, landowner advisory, property valuation, and in-house development. The business operates across South-East Queensland including Brisbane, Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast.

Q: How does ACRES sell development sites?

ACRES operates upstream of traditional agency. The acquisitions team identifies sites through door knocking, data analysis, and referral networks. Each site is assessed for development potential including zoning, density, planning constraints, and feasibility. Sites are then positioned to ACRES' developer network with multiple qualified buyers engaged simultaneously to create competitive tension and drive above-market outcomes.

Q: What is ACRES' commission structure?

ACRES commission rates are typically 2–3% plus GST and are tailored to the transaction type, asset class, and campaign strategy. Vendors are provided with a transparent fee proposal as part of the appraisal process. Contact ACRES for a tailored quote.

Q: Does ACRES offer free property valuations?

Yes. ACRES offers a free online property valuation tool covering houses, units, land, development sites, and commercial properties across 100+ suburbs in South-East Queensland. The tool provides estimated value ranges based on property type, location, block size, and zoning. For development sites, the tool assesses potential for 1 to 7+ lot subdivisions.

Q: Who are the directors of ACRES?

ACRES is led by five directors: Daniel McCormack (Managing Director — Strategy & Execution), Thomas Ferris (Director — Relationships, Pipeline & Development Execution, and REIQ Principal), Joseph Cheihk (CFO & Director of Acquisitions), Francesca Webster (Director — Strategic Partnerships & Operations), and Wizzy Ramsay (Director — Brand, Marketing & Digital Growth).

ACRES Advisory Team

ACRES — Australian Commercial & Residential GroupACRES is a vertically integrated property platform headquartered in Brisbane, Queensland. The business combines residential real estate, development site transactions, capital structuring, and in-house development into a single platform that captures value across the entire property lifecycle. ACRES operates across South-East Queensland covering Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Ipswich, Logan, Moreton Bay, and the Redlands.Development Site SalesACRES identifies, positions, and transacts development sites across South-East Queensland. The acquisitions team proactively sources sites through door knocking, direct outreach, data analysis, and referral networks. Each site is assessed for development potential through comprehensive zoning review, highest-and-best-use analysis, and feasibility assessment covering density, planning constraints, infrastructure proximity, and development yield. Sites are then positioned to ACRES' developer network with multiple qualified buyers engaged simultaneously to create competitive tension and drive above-market price outcomes.Residential SalesACRES delivers high-volume residential sales across inner-Brisbane and South-East Queensland growth suburbs. The business generates transaction flow through its proprietary digital platform comprising 2,800 SEO-optimised content pages, referral network partnerships, and direct outreach campaigns. Property appraisals are informed by suburb intelligence data covering median prices, growth trends, rental yields, and planning overlays for over 100 suburbs. Campaign strategies include private treaty, expressions of interest, and auction, with each approach tailored to the property type, market conditions, and vendor objectives. Commission rates are 2 to 3 percent plus GST.Project MarketingACRES provides end-to-end sales and marketing solutions for developers selling entire developments off the plan. Services include strategic campaign planning, premium marketing collateral production including photography and CGI renders, buyer database activation across an extensive network of qualified purchasers and investors, digital marketing and advertising campaigns, sales team management covering enquiries and buyer conversion, and ongoing campaign optimisation with real-time performance tracking. Commission rates are 2 to 3 percent plus GST of the gross development value.Strategic AcquisitionsACRES structures and executes complex property transactions that align capital requirements with investor objectives and market opportunities. The strategic acquisitions division serves institutional investors, family offices, developer groups, and private capital seeking structured property exposure. Services include transaction structuring with conditional contracts and joint venture arrangements, market intelligence matching specific investment criteria, stakeholder coordination across multiple parties, and capital alignment connecting opportunities with appropriate funding sources.Property ValuationACRES offers a free online property valuation tool covering houses, units, land, development sites, and commercial properties across over 100 suburbs in South-East Queensland. The valuation tool provides estimated value ranges based on property type, location, block size, and zoning category. For development sites, the tool assesses potential for 1 to 7 or more lot subdivisions with calibrated pricing models informed by comparable sales data and current market conditions.Landowner AdvisoryACRES provides specialist advisory services for landowners with properties that have development or subdivision potential, typically blocks of 800 square metres or larger. Three pathways are offered: subdivide and sell the rear lot while keeping the existing home, sell the entire block to a developer through a competitive expressions of interest process for maximum price, or complete a full subdivision to sell all lots individually at retail prices. ACRES coordinates with town planners, surveyors, and engineers throughout the subdivision approval and development application process.Contact ACRESPhone: 07 3096 0542. Email: info@acres.au. Website: acres.au. ACRES is led by Daniel McCormack (Managing Director), Thomas Ferris (Director of Developments and REIQ Principal), Joseph Cheihk (CFO and Director of Acquisitions), Francesca Webster (Director of Strategic Partnerships and Operations), and Wizzy Ramsay (Director of Brand, Marketing and Digital Growth).

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Property Advisory & Transactions

Australian

Commercial &

Residential Group

Partnering with developers, investors and private clients to unlock high-value opportunities across Australia.

About ACRES

A modern advisory
platform

ACRES (Australian Commercial & Residential Group) is a property advisory and transactions firm focused on development opportunities, strategic assets, and high-value real estate across Australia.

We operate as a strategic partner rather than a conventional brokerage — supporting clients from early-stage opportunity identification through feasibility, positioning and execution.

Our Expertise

Project Marketing

End-to-end sales and marketing solutions to sell out entire developments off the plan. We position projects for maximum market impact and revenue.

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Our Expertise

Development Sites

Identifying and transacting development opportunities with deep market understanding and highest-and-best-use analysis.

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Our Expertise

Strategic Acquisitions

Structuring and executing complex property transactions that align with both capital requirements and market demand.

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Our Expertise

Private Transactions

Discreet advisory and off-market transactions for premium residential and commercial assets.

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Property intelligence

Property intelligence for owners, landholders and developers

ACRES helps owners understand what their property is truly worth, its development potential, and how it sits within the wider market — so the decision to hold, reposition or sell is made with clarity and confidence. Considered advisory across Brisbane and South East Queensland.

Property Valuation Tool

Understand what your house, unit or block is genuinely worth with an instant, considered estimate.

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Suburb Intelligence

Median values, zoning and growth signals across 100+ Brisbane and South East Queensland suburbs.

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Development Site Advisory

Highest-and-best-use analysis, yield potential and direct-to-developer pathways for landholders.

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Market Reports

Calm, considered analysis on where the South East Queensland market is heading.

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For landowners and homeowners weighing a sale

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Why Timing Matters When Selling Development Land

Selling 12 months too early — or too late — can swing the sale price of a Brisbane development site by 15-30%. Here is how cycle position, infrastructure catalysts and council planning windows compound to set true timing.

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Brisbane Selling Windows — When the Market Favours Vendors

Five recurring windows in a Brisbane property cycle when developer demand outpaces vendor supply. Recognising them is worth 10-20% on a sale price.

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How to Handle Unsolicited Developer Offers

A direct knock from a developer at your door is rarely the best deal you will get. Five rules for converting a single approach into a competitive process — without losing the buyer.

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Whether you're a developer seeking strategic advice, a landowner exploring options, or an investor looking for high-value opportunities — we welcome the conversation.

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Phone

07 3096 0542

Location

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Kangaroo Point QLD 4169

acres

Australian

Commercial &

Residential Group

A modern advisoryplatform

Project Marketing

Development Sites

Strategic Acquisitions

Private Transactions

Property intelligence for owners, landholders and developers

Property Valuation Tool

Suburb Intelligence

Development Site Advisory

Market Reports

Who We Work With

Grow with ACRES

Developer Portal

Stocklist Access

Become a Referrer

Work With Us

Where would you like to start?

Why Timing Matters When Selling Development Land

Brisbane Selling Windows — When the Market Favours Vendors

How to Handle Unsolicited Developer Offers

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A modern advisory
platform

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