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Frank Ambesi

From Mechanic to Property Expert: Overcoming Personal Barriers

Frank Ambesi transformed from a mechanic with learning difficulties to co-founding Fresh Start Advisory, a successful buyer’s agency. After teaching himself to read at age 26, he leveraged his personal property investment mistakes to build a business helping others avoid similar pitfalls.

Frank Ambesi

Frank Ambesi

  • Transitioned from mechanic to successful buyer’s agent
  • Built a thriving business with childhood friend Adrian Trimboli
  • Overcame learning difficulties and illiteracy
Prior Industry/Job
Mechanic for 10 years, Disability Support Worker
Agency name
Fresh Start Advisory
Niche
Property Investment Advisory
Heritage & Location
Based in Australia

“I started understanding that if you start helping people in life, you’ll get that in return. The faith and discipline of staying focused got me to where I am.”

At 15, Frank dropped out of school due to learning difficulties including illiteracy and speech impairment. He apprenticed with his uncle as a mechanic for ten years before realising he needed change. Inspired by David Goggins’ book, he taught himself to read at 26 and discovered Rich Dad Poor Dad, which sparked his interest in property investing.

His early property investments were disappointing, purchasing off-the-plan properties that underperformed and became negatively geared. While working in disability support, Frank gained fulfilment helping others improve their lives, particularly children with special needs.

“I’ve got this thing in my mind now that I can achieve anything. I’m just on fire. And that’s because of this business I’ve started and all these things I’ve implemented and achieved.”

Partnering with his childhood friend Adrian Trimboli, Frank co-founded Fresh Start Advisory, where he handles operations, customer service, and research while Adrian manages sales and marketing. Their complementary skills and mutual support have been crucial during challenging times.

“BAI gave me the framework and confidence to build this business.”

Today, Frank is focused on growing Fresh Start Advisory with a family-like team culture. His mission is to help clients avoid the property investment mistakes he made, bringing his values of authenticity and care to every client interaction.

“I believe every single person in this world can achieve what they want if they put their mind to it. You’ve got to want this as bad as you want to breathe.”

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