The Belle Property experience.
Read what our customers have to say about working with us in the testimonials below. Just as we did for these vendors, buyers, investors, and renters, we can help you achieve your property goals too.
I highly recommend Julian and Christina from Hocking Stuart Altona . Selling my home was a smooth and stress-free experience from start to finish. They had excellent knowledge of the local market and gave great advice.
Communication was fantastic, and I was kept updated every step of the way. Thanks to their hard work, we got a wonderful result. I would definitely use them again!
Anthony C
14/06/2026
Great communication through out the sale process.
Roberto C
10/06/2026
Vince is outstanding. Probably the best real estate agent I've worked with. His service to me as a buyer was much beyond what I expected.
William N
05/06/2026
Vince went over and beyond to secure a great price.
Communication from start to finish has been very reassuring.
Vince presented a detailed summary of my area and assisted in the market price of my property.
Vince acheived more than I was expecting.
Simon W
22/04/2026
Julian and Christina assisted us to purchase a property they managed which was for Sale.
They did lots to assist us with viewings, answered our many enquiries and stayed in touch with us as promised.
Sue G
13/04/2026
Julian and his team assistance through out the sale process was outstanding and made sure we new exactly what was going on at all times, highly recommend.
Roberto C
09/04/2026
We recently purchased our home and couldn’t be happier with the experience, thanks to our real estate agent. From the very first inspection through to settlement, they were professional, responsive, and genuinely invested in helping us find the right property.
What stood out most was their clear communication and transparency. Every question we had—no matter how small—was answered promptly and honestly, which made the whole process feel far less overwhelming. They also had an excellent understanding of the market and provided valuable guidance without ever being pushy.
Their attention to detail and commitment to making everything run smoothly gave us a lot of confidence as buyers. We always felt like we were in capable hands.
Buying a home can be stressful, but this experience was surprisingly smooth and even enjoyable at times. We’re incredibly grateful for their support and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to purchase a property.
John E
24/03/2026
Julian was so helpful and very knowledgeable about altona realestate and made my choice in purchasing much easier .
Nikolce J
25/02/2026
Julian was proactive and extremely hard working.
We found him to be honest in his opinion and approach and we were confident that he was doing his very best to sell our house at the best possible price.
Dominique C
15/02/2026
Top, reactive, super hands on and very helpful with getting the property ready in record time
Margaret L
11/01/2026
Vince was very friendly
Solomon C
09/01/2026
During the sale campaign, Vince was excellent at communicating with me during the sale. He kept me informed of all prospective buyers and alerted me of all conversations with prospective purchasers. I would not hesitate in recommending Vince and the team at Hocking Stuart to any prospective seller.
Jadran G
29/12/2025
Very good
Dharmeshkumar K
11/11/2025
The service we received from Julian, Christina and the team from Hockingstuart Altona VIC, was absolutely great. Outstanding communication, they promptly answered my calls or emails, Julian kept me informed with any developments regarding the sell of our mother’s home, a difficult and stressful time for us after the passing of our mother. Julian was very compassionate and went out of his way to make sure everything went smoothly.
I wouldn’t hesitate and highly recommend Julian and his team from Altona VIC, very professional with their approach and thus friendly agents.
Once again, thank you so much Julian and your team for all you did for us.
Catherine Z
Catherine Z
11/11/2025
Vince was very helpful and patient with us as first home buyers
Sarah M
23/10/2025
Both Julian and Christina were professional, genuine and trustworthy. Julian made my purchase seamless and answered all my questions with honestly and kindness. I would highly recommend Hockingstewart Altona to any prospective purchasers or sellers. Thank you team!
Samantha S
18/10/2025
Julian was so clear in explaining everything to me.
Pauleen A
26/09/2025
Really nice agents to deal with. Not pushy. Very accomodating.
Shaun G
20/08/2025
Terrific customer relations from go to woe. Very professional approach and record prices achieved for a like for like product in the suburb.
Charles M
16/08/2025
Julian’s excellent negotiating skills got us over line to secure the home we really wanted. Regardless of what time of day it was, he was always there to answer any questions or concerns we had. We cannot wait to move into our new home.
Philip A
15/08/2025
Julian Montebello has been amazing to deal with from start to finish.He's been so accommodating with us.We are so happy with the purchase of our first house here in Altona.We would definitely recommend hockingstuart to deal with as nothing is too much trouble to deal with and not only do they have the sellers best interests at heart but also the buyers which is a massive plus for us.
Derek J
17/07/2025
Excellent service, supported all the way to get our house sold with a positive result . A great team effort .
Sallyanne P
26/06/2025
Happy with the outcome.
Peter A
23/06/2025
I found Vince Caramia , of HockingStuart , a pleasure to deal with . He listened to my questions , and answered them concisely and clearly . I recommend him to any prospective buyer of property in his area ! David Brown .
David C
24/05/2025
from the get go I felt very comfortable with Julian and Christina. I felt heard and understood. Julian's knowledge of the market was impressive and his love of Altona was very apparent. Both Julian and Christina were very honest about the good and not so good points of my house and set the sale price according to the market we were in. My dealings were always professional and respectful. Julian came highly recommended to me by a friend and I now am only too happy to do the same. I was very happy with the price I got for my home and extremely happy with the service I received. Thank you Julian and Christina for a stellar job My kindest regards Michelle Partridge
Michelle R
22/05/2025
Julian was a standout agent, down-to-earth, professional, and genuinely supportive throughout the entire process. He was flexible and went above and beyond to help us, not only during the sale of our home but also in navigating the purchase of our new property, which was through another agency. His respectful and sincere approach really set him apart — qualities that are all too rare in the industry. I would highly recommend Hocking Stuart to anyone looking to buy or sell. Christina was also polite, professional, and a fantastic member of the selling team. Together, they made the experience smooth and stress-free (as much as possible!)
Emma K
22/05/2025
Christina and Julian are very professional, and helped make the whole process transparent and smooth from start to finish. We would be very happy to work with them again in the future.
Glenn R
20/05/2025
Excellent communication, prompt response and courteous
Shashank S
18/05/2025
Julian was great to deal with - clear communication and prompt feedback. He understood our needs and exceeded expectations!
Meena S
13/05/2025
Julian was an absolute pleasure to work with—knowledgeable, professional, and always willing to go the extra mile. He made the entire process seamless and stress-free, keeping us well-informed every step of the way. His expertise and commitment truly set him apart. Highly recommend!
Michelle C
27/03/2025
Christina was a pleasure to deal with throughout the process of purchasing our property, we highly recommend her. Thank you.
Tim P
20/03/2025
Vince was professional and helpful throughout the process. He communicated clearly and promptly. Highly recommend.
Huu T
03/03/2025
Vince was exceptionally outstanding, regarding all aspects of selling my property, including holding the utmost class, during inspections and whilst conversing with clientele…
Vladimir B
03/03/2025
Vince was amazing guiding me through the whole process as it was my first time selling.
Mary C
27/02/2025
Vince and the staff at Hocking Stuart, Altona, have been very professional and terrific to work with. The communication was consistent and Vince was dedicated and diligent in his approach to selling the house.
Doug H
13/02/2025
Julian was a pleasure to work with. Very down to earth and responsive. Highly recommended.
Jacqueline C
09/01/2025
Great communication and facilitation
Anoop R
11/12/2024
It was a pleasure corresponding with Vince throughout my ‘first home’ buying experience. He is knowledgeable, professional and genuine, and guided me through the process with ease. I highly recommend Vince to be a trustworthy agent who looks after his clients with their best interests in mind.
Kirsty W
08/11/2024
Julian is very professional and personable and assists throughout the whole process of buying and/or selling.
Jacquelyn F
06/11/2024
Everything was good.
Saloni G
19/10/2024
Knowledge and presentation was good, did assist in deciding whom to engage
Lina G
15/10/2024
Very smooth and responsive. Great communication and I wasn’t left hanging and waiting on an outcome.
Tanya P
15/10/2024
Julian was outstanding throughout the process, keeping me informed every step of the way. The level of communication, transparency and honesty during the sale process was refreshing and validated our agent decision. I would without hesitation be in contact with Julian again for my next property sale.
Melinda C
06/10/2024
Julian and Christina were excellent. They answered questions quickly and very helpful. Their approach was engaging and warm that I felt like I can trust them. When you are thinking of making one of the biggest purchases in your life, that was very important for me. Thank you so much.
Madoka K
01/10/2024
I know the real estate sales agents are dedicated to serving the vendors, but Julian Montebello (Altona) was great with his open communications and really helpful at the open house inspection. He never pressured us during the process and assisted where he could through the offer period until the deal was secured. We are really happy. Thanks team.
Clint S
16/09/2024
Julian was our agent who went above and beyond our expectations. From showing multiple properties in the area, to opening up for us to view these homes at times that suited us around our busy lifestyle needs. Very informative and knowledgeable on home renovations too, which helped guide our final decision of securing our home. Thank you!!
Andria P
10/09/2024
Julian was fantastic at securing us our forever home. He ensured he listened to all our needs and showed us a number of properties over the month. Not once did he let us down, he opened properties up to us at any time that we asked for and dealt with our questions in a timely manner. We cannot recommend him enough, he is knowledgeable on the area and will work at all times of day and night to make sure that he finds you a home. Thank you so much for everything you did for us Julian
Mariam W
10/09/2024
Christina conducted herself in very pleasant and kindly manner. I really appreciated her patience, zeal and determination to sell our house. In my opinion she’s the best agent I dealt with. I look forward to working with her again.
Stevo H
15/08/2024
We couldn't be happier with the service we received from our real estate agent, Vince, who expertly handled the sale of our house. Vince's professionalism, market knowledge, and dedication made the process smooth and successful. We highly recommend him to anyone looking to sell their home.
Luke A
13/08/2024
I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional service both Julian and Vince provide our family throughout our recent real estate transaction. Your professionalism and expertise made the entire process smooth and stress-free. From our initial consultation to closing, your attention to detail and responsiveness were truly impressive. Your knowledge of the local market and genuine care for our needs made a significant difference. You went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of the process was handled efficiently and transparently. Thank you for making what could have been a complex and overwhelming experience so straightforward and enjoyable. I will gladly recommend your services to anyone in need of a top-notch real estate professional.
Meiling C
08/08/2024
Julian was fair n objective in his communication
Renu S
30/07/2024
I found Julian from Hocking Stuart to be a very open and genuine person to deal with. Even though the property market changed in from my initial enquiry some 6 months prior Julian kept us continually updated and well informed and ultimately still satisfied our expectations.
Archie P
23/07/2024
Christina is a very nice girl 👧, 🤭 She helped me throughout the purchase process!
Lili P
17/07/2024
Julian and the team were able to handle anything that come up during our campaign, we were very happy with the end result! Thank you Hocking Stuart Altona!
Michael D
12/07/2024
Very happy with the result
Doug C
10/07/2024
Very Happy with the service that was provided
Robert C
10/07/2024
Julian has been great throughout the whole purchasing process
Michael R
14/06/2024
Julian was fantastic to deal with. He made the process so easy and stress free.
Adriana S
07/06/2024
Julian was great to deal with. He wasn’t too pushy but answered all our questions and made the process of finding our home a pleasure.
Alan C
15/05/2024
Vince was thorough in presenting the property for sale and offered sound advice on presentation. He has a comprehensive knowledge of the local area and market which was valuable in getting the property sold in this changing and challenging market.
Matt B
14/05/2024
We had an exceptional experience working with Julian. His expertise, professionalism, and dedication were evident throughout the entire process. He listened patiently to our needs and preferences. Julian was always accessible, prompt in his responses, and went above and beyond to ensure a smooth and successful transaction. I highly recommend Julian to anyone in need of a reliable, trustworthy, and proactive real estate agent.
Geetha L
28/04/2024
Julian is simply a highly professional real estate agent and is also a very nice and charming individual. Julian is always there for you. Highly recommended.
Alan S
17/04/2024
Julian, Thank you for your unconditional support and assistance in purchasing our new property. Your friendly manner and patience with both sides of the party were amazing. You were honest from the start and there was never any hidden agenda. Your support post purchase has been tremendous in giving of your time to organise contractors to finish the home. We are very appreciative of your personal guidance too. Again thank you Sharon and Rory Kennedy
Sharon E
16/04/2024
Good communication,Explain everything, keep us updated at all times.
Charles M
14/04/2024
In the busy period in between Christmas and New Year’s Vince from Hocking Stuart made time to come and speak with my mother and I to discuss selling her home. Not being experienced in real estate we appreciated Vince communicating with us throughout the process and did well to sell her home for an acceptable amount without delay.
Robyn L
27/03/2024
Julian was a pleasure to engage with. Quick response to any issues raised and a seamless purchase of our beautiful townhouse in Altona in a timely manner.
Sreesandhya S
22/03/2024
Julian was amazing to work with. He has a warm, pleasant personality and worked diligently with us through the inspection process and settlement.
Vyas V
22/03/2024
Vince was a delight as an agent. As a new home buyer I was still learning as I went and I found his knowledge and experience to be very helpful and reassuring . He was also very patient and understanding with some bank finance issues I encountered along the way which stalled the process quite a bit Overall I thought he was excellent and he provided me with a very positive first home buying experience
Rachel G
21/03/2024
Vince was fantastic during the sake of our apartment. Honest, patient and very friendly. Always providing an update in a very timely and prompt manner. Took time to listen to any concerns and provide good feedback @ advice I’d definitely refer friends Thanks Vince
Sally A
20/03/2024
Mr Vince Caramia was not only a gentleman but also a professional who took the time to thoroughly explain everything and answer all of our questions. He was very helpful for my particular requests, listening to them and providing informed, clear answers. Mr Caramia was always ready to assist and guided me through the whole process. He was meticulous, eloquent, with my wife and myself. I had anticipated a drawn-out, perplexing transaction in which the salesperson would have attempted to extract as much money as possible from me but that was not the case. This experience through the whole process in dealing with Mr Caramia to complete some of my life's administrative tasks was easy and no fuss. I would absolutely suggest and recommend Mr Caramia to family, friends and colleagues because of his excellent customer service.
Ray V
18/03/2024
Vince and Julian were fabulous to deal with in the sale of our property. Communication was friendly and professional, and they were very easy to deal with. We ended up with a great result that was well beyond our expectations.
John K
18/03/2024
I was comfortable with Julian selling my property from the first meeting with him. He has excellent knowledge of the property and suburb. Very prepared and extremely efficient. Easiest sale experienced. Very efficient. Excellent
Jon K
28/02/2024
Julian used his knowledge to get the best result possible for us in the climate we tried to sell in. The RBA was against us the whole way through
Matthew L
26/02/2024
Christina from Hockingstuart did an excellent job in the sale of the property and overall interactions regarding the property. Would highly recommend Hockingstuart.
Alexander M
13/02/2024
Julian is a delight to deal with. Relaxed, friendly, understanding - everything you need when buying a house!
Danielle
02/02/2024
Would highly recommend. Very professional and knowledgable of Altona Meadows and surrounding suburbs.
Anne-Marie G
03/01/2024
Everything was organised pre sale to our satisfaction and sale of property as well.
Cheryl O
13/12/2023
Vince was really helpful during the process of buy for my new home
Geun Y
04/12/2023
Very happy. Vince and Julian were great. L. R.
Loredana A
28/11/2023
Great Auction!!
Sylwia K
19/11/2023
From Vince knocking on our door to a very successful sale in about seven weeks. Many positive outcomes/experiences: - efficient and streamlined processes - local knowledge and experience was exceptional - very good communications and reliable - background work on prospects impressive - very effective 4-week marketing campaign - brilliant auctioneering - excellent preparation and presentation of the property - sold at auction on first try: 10% over a very realistic reserve. Can't speak highly enough on Vince and Altona Hockingstuart team - thanks!
John R
14/11/2023
Vince and Julian did a thorough and professional job in selling our house. They had qualified all prospective bidders before the auction and knew the particular needs and requirements of each. We were kept informed at all times leading upto the auction. Vince also conducted and managed the auction in an expert manner and was the catalyst for the enthusiastic bidding that took place.
Graeme C
14/11/2023
Julian and Vince's knowledge of real estate and the local area was outstanding. Extremely happy with our selling process
Susan F
03/11/2023
Julian and Vince's knowledge of real estate and the local area was outstanding. Extremely happy with our selling process
Susan F
03/11/2023
I would, without doubt, recommend Julian to my family and friends. Julian is a genuine person who is willing to spend his valuable time with you through out the whole process. I have experienced other agents where they just simply do not listen and want a quick sale. Julian is a mature, honest person who will go the whole mile to ensure you are comfortable and content.
Vivianne C
17/10/2023
Been great to deal with julian, there was plenty of back and forward chats tobprovide information relating to the property. At the end was able to achieve our purchase goal.
David N
16/10/2023
In my 10 years of experience in buying and selling properties with realestate agents, I've found Julian Montebello be the best by far! I believe that Julian truly understands the needs of buyers and sellers and is highly motivated to help you to achieve your goal. I've found Julian to be an excellent communicator and he's been an absolute pleasure to deal with. Ive reccomended Julian to friends and family and if the opportunity arises, I would definitely want Julian on my team again. Thanks Julian! My highest compliments.
Luke K
30/08/2023
Vince Caramia was open, responsive, organised, and highly professional from start to end of campaign. I was happy with the result and quality of service. Would highly recommend.
Janeen L
22/08/2023
Vince Caramia went above and beyond to achieve a fantastic result in the sale of the home. We were delighted with the outcome. Vince was informative throughout the whole process and his experience and knowledge was excellent. We would highly recommend Vince and the team at Hocking Stuart.
Antonio V
22/08/2023
Very pleased with Julian's professional attitude, presentation, and helpfulness in helping me sell my mother's unit
Peter W
23/07/2023
My wife and I met Julian when he was employed by Jellis Craig back in November 2022. During Probate, we kept in touch and then finally engaged Julian services to sell my mother's house. Julian professionalism and helpfulness has been outstanding during the period of time from listing the property through to the sale of the property. I would have no hesitation in recommending Julian no matter who he was employed by.
Peter W
08/07/2023