16-year-old lands ‘impressive' Sydney real estate job

News.com.au

3 days ago

An ambitious Aussie teenager has left people stunned by the very impressive job he has managed to land at just 16 years old.
At an age where many kids are clocking up a few hours working at Macca's on the weekend, or serving coffees at their local cafe, Joshua Lynch is diving head first into the real estate industry.
Last month, Sydney real estate agency, Pulse Property Agents, announced they had hired Mr Lynch as a property consultant.
'Josh has called the Sutherland Shire home his whole life and discovered a passion for real estate at just 10 years old,' the Facebook post read.
'By 15, he had already stepped into the industry, and over the past 18 months has built a strong foundation across property presentation, marketing, and client care.'
The post was met with a huge amount of support, with many seriously impressed by the young Aussie's work ethic.
'I couldn't negotiate movie plans at that age. Super impressive young man,' one commenter said.
'What a legend! You are going places, Josh,' another said.
One added: 'So young and eager – love it.'
Speaking to news.com.au, Mr Lynch said he has always had an interest in houses, with real estate catching his attention because it combines things he enjoys like meeting new people, problem solving and being in a team environment.
'I also love helping someone find a place that really fits them. Plus, it's a career where you're always learning and no two days are the same, which keeps things exciting,' he said.
He has been working in the industry since March 2024, initially starting in a casual role working on Saturdays.
At the end of last year he decided to leave school a pursue a full-time career in real estate.
As a property consultant, Mr Lynch's day consists of helping the sales team and clients with their various needs.
One of the highlights of his career so far has been securing his first listing, which was made even more special as it was for the family of a close friend.
'They gave me the opportunity to be involved in the process alongside the agent, and I'm incredibly grateful for the experience and trust they placed in me,' he said.
The 16-year-old is keen to soak up every bit of hands on experience he can, but starting his career at such a young age hasn't come without its challenges.
'Since I'm young and still have a lot to learn in the industry, some people assume I don't have the knowledge or enough experience, but I've used that as motivation to keep learning,' he said.
'It's also helped me develop strong communication skills and confidence.'
Earlier this year, Pulse Property unveiled its new training program aimed at giving aspiring real estate professionals a clear pathway into the industry.
Larissa Reed, Pulse Property's head of growth and performance, said the program offers a comprehensive approach that blends practical training, mentorship, and industry education.
Each participant is paired with a mentor to help guide them through the process, with the goal of eventually having them transition into sales associate roles.
'We track key performance indicators, including the number of calls made, digital and in-person appraisals, and overall engagement. Mentors provide real-time feedback to ensure each trainee is progressing effectively,' Ms Reed said.
Moving forward, Mr Lynch's goal is to gain all the knowledge he can of the industry and ultimately become a stand-alone real estate agent and sell homes.
For now, the 16-year-old said he 'couldn't be happier' working with the team at Pulse, who 'uplift and motivate each other every day on all our successes', adding that he is very grateful for the opportunity he has been offered.