Meet The Team
Founder
Phil Shelley
As the founder of The Living Advisory, Phil identified the growing need for specialised support that investors, developers, and operators require across various property sectors in Australia. His vision for The Living Advisory was to provide comprehensive guidance and expertise to help these stakeholders navigate the complexities of the BTR, student and co-living markets.
Phil started his career in property by running hotels and lifting their performance. Moving into PBSA, he was instrumental in setting up the Scape business in Australia in 2016, establishing it as the industry leader. Following his success at Scape, Phil launched the Home BTR platform, solidifying its position as the leading traditional/premium Build to Rent business in the country.
Phil has worked across all elements of the living sectors, including premium, affordable, mixed-use, and integrated use. Over the past decade, he has provided guidance and coaching to many in the industry, sharing his extensive knowledge and experience to help them succeed. An entrepreneur at heart, Phil excels in supporting businesses through their start-up phase and as they transition into stabilisation, ensuring they achieve sustainable growth and success.