Tom Carlin
Founder & Principal Agent
The Carlin Story
Not Polished.
Honest.
Real, grounded, and authentic — this is the story behind Carlin Team.
The Beginning
From Doorsteps to Deals
“Tom was selling before he could legally work. By 14, his school had him in the workforce — and he’s never looked back.”
Character
Overcoming Everything
“Bullied at school, challenged at home, Tom learned early that resilience was everything. These lessons fuelled every win that followed.”
The Move
Starting Fresh in Australia
“At 19, $5,000 in his pocket, no contacts. First car sales, then a $26K reception job. Nights and weekends? Selling properties on the side.”
Breakthrough
Turning Impossible Into Reality
“Assigned a suburb where seasoned agents failed, Tom dominated within 12 months — and began training his peers before he was 21.”
Rapid Rise
The Numbers Speak
$1M+
Million+ annual commission by 23
24
Youngest Harcourts business owner
26
Top agent nationally
Global Recognition
Giving Back
- Shared stages with Richard Branson and Arnold Schwarzenegger
- Vice chair of Perth children’s charity
- Dozens of fundraising initiatives across the community
The Truth
Real and Honest
“He’s not the perfect real estate story. He’s the real one.“
