It’s not every day you get to meet, or entrust your biggest asset’s sale or management to someone who has been awarded Australia’s third highest medal for bravery and going “above and beyond” but then Martin isn’t any ordinary real estate agent. In 1994 he received from the Governor General the Australian Bravery Medal for his role in a treacherous yacht rescue 30 nautical miles off Coffs Harbour, whilst a crewman on the Westpac Rescue Helicopter. His philosophy and ethos is always to go above and beyond, and never give up until the job is done, and done right. Martin has spent his entire working career helping others and finding ways, and negotiating outcomes for the best possible result. Having served the local community for over fifteen years as a Paramedic with the NSW Ambulance (repeatedly voted the most trusted profession) he brings with him to real estate the same credibility, professionalism, integrity and commitment to those he serves. His passion for real estate started around 15 years ago buying his first investment property with his sister, herself a highly successful owner of Brisbane’s leading Buyer’s Agency. Over the next 15 years he was to come into contact with numerous sales agents, and property managers, many of whom didn’t meet expectations, dedication, communication, or outcomes. He knew he had the knowledge, passion, commitment and desire to provide a REAL point of difference in the local real estate industry. After a couple of years working at Atkinsons Real Estate the opportunity arose to take that commitment and passion to the next level and he bought that business, that this year celebrates 25 years serving the people of Sawtell and the Coffs Coast. Atkinsons is synonymous with Sawtell and the Coffs Coast. There are not many businesses that can boast that sort of longevity and credibility. Since becoming the proud owner of Atkinsons he has pledged a personal responsibility and accountability to ensure that those who engage their services are provided with an informed, successful, satisfying, and stress-free property journey. That is, and always will be his commitment to you. Married to a local policewoman with over 20 years’ service to the Coffs area, and with a young family that provides that perfect “leveller” away from the office, he is a proud Sawtellian involved in the Surf Club, Golf Club, Chamber of Commerce, and proud sponsor of the Sawtell Chilli Festival, Sawtell Surf Club and nippers, Sawtell Tennis Club, Sawtell Panthers Rugby League Club and Sawtell Junior Rugby League Club.