Jeff Keast

A Brisbane local, Jeff started his career with ResortBrokers just weeks before the start of Covid pandemic in February 2020. Despite one of the most challenging business environments in recent decades, Jeff established himself as one of the most trusted and respected management rights specialists in Brisbane, an accomplishment he puts down to his hard work in building long-term relationships with buyers and operators.

Jeff’s outstanding results tell the story. In his three years with ResortBrokers, Jeff has sold 32 properties with a total value of more than $48 million. His superior negotiating skills and determination to help all parties in a deal are the key to his success. His impressive sales record includes Zest in Kelvin Grove, Savoir Faire in Milton and the off-the-plan management rights to Evoke & Motif in Bridgeman Downs.

“What I enjoy most about my job is helping people find a great business. Often, they’re first timers entering the industry and they’re buying a business as well as a lifestyle. It’s also very rewarding to sell a business for someone, especially someone who is approaching retirement. At times I’ve found myself to be emotionally invested in achieving an outstanding result for both the vendor and buyer.”

“These transactions take the best part of five to six months, so I work very closely with both parties. For me, the key to being a great broker is to realise the importance of having great relationships with buyers and sellers and to be extremely patient throughout the process to see the sale all the way through to settlement.”

“Across all businesses there is one constant. You need to provide your clients with impeccable service and actively listen to what they need. Then you need to work your backside off to get them the best result.”

Outside work, Jeff is a great family man. He loves spending time with his wife Kathy and two kids, Sophie and Levi, who play Rugby League and Aussie Rules. Jeff himself is a loyal Broncos supporter and has stuck with them through thick and thin.