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Our Team

Behind Ember is a family-run team committed to personal service and long-term care. With many years of experience - we bring warmth, professionalism, and a hands-on approach to every property we manage. When you work with Ember, you’ll always know who’s looking after your investment.

Founder

Cynthia Auch-Schwelk

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Founder

Marcus Auch-Schwelk

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Property Manager

Maria Imbriano

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What Our Clients Are Saying

Real experiences from property owners who trust us to manage their most valuable assets

Ember Estate Agents have been a joy to rent a house with - our property manager in particular Cynthia has been fantastic, responding to any enquiries or issues promptly. Hope to rent again with them if we find ourselves back in Melbourne in the future.

Daniel Pungatara

August 2025

Cynthia, Nina and their team are fabulous to work with. They go out of their way to answer any questions/concerns and have amazing advice! I would highly highly recommend them to anyone looking to put their property up for short or long term rentals.

Breanna Natoli

September 2024

Cynthia has been an absolute life saver! We have a major rental crisis in Melbourne at the moment and we were really struggling to secure a property for my family. Cynthia went above and beyond to help us. Highly recommend this real estate to everyone as they don’t treat you as a number and they do much more than what their job needs to be. Thank you again.

Jasmin Maeer

September 2023

Cynthia has taken care of every single thing related to our property since we have engaged her services. She makes sure both the landlord and the tenant are comfortable and happy, and tries to keep the running costs to a minimum as well.

Rahul Kundu

September 2023

The team at Ember made everything so easy for us! From the first meeting, we felt well informed and benefited so much form the expertise and insights of these wonderful professionals. Nina, Cynthia and Alex ensured that we were set up in a way that was attractive for potential guests, easily maintained, and consistently booked. They have continued to manage the property with a minimum of input from us, and maximum confidence - we couldn't have asked for more. Absolutely top notch!

Kathleen Lawson

September 2024

Cynthia and the team at Ember have taken care of our property management for the last 12 months and the experience has amazing. Their communication, quality and professionalism is second to none. Will be using their services for years to come.

Rich Maritz

January 2025

I had the pleasure of renting one of Cynthia’s listings after moving here from overseas. The entire process went smoothly, and communication was both efficient and effective. I would definitely recommend Ember if you’re looking for a place to call home.

Zoe Zhang

June 2025

Cynthia and the team at Ember have been incredible to deal with! Renting our family home out for the first time was a very overwhelming thought at first. Cynthia took the time to walk us through the whole process multiple times, answered our many questions daily and successfully got us the perfect tenants after the first and only open inspection. We couldn't recommend Cynthia and the team at Ember highly enough.

Riki James

September 2024

I had the pleasure of renting one of Cynthia’s listings after moving here from overseas. The entire process went smoothly, and communication was both efficient and effective. I would definitely recommend Ember if you’re looking for a place to call home.

Rich Maritz

July 2025

I have recently starting using Cynthia's services after I was unhappy with my previous property manager and WOW! She has been a total breath of fresh air and ultimate professional with the transfer of property managers. I am beyond impressed and have already referred her to a number of friends. You won't be disappointed

Jennifer McLeod

July 2023

I have been a tenant for the past three years with ember. Communication and logging maintenance issues with Cynthia has always been easy. Early on we had a slight plumbing emergency which Cynthia was able to help us fix out of hours.

Louis Gregory

February 2025

How can I give a MILLION STARS!!! Nina and the team have been amazing. It was such a big step to put our house up for rent and but Nina and the team made it so easy. While we were away they put every effort in to make sure our home was looked after and kept up great communication. We will be renting out our home again in the near future and there is 100% no way we would go anywhere else. Thank you Nina

Natalie

September 2024

Nothing but positive words for Ember Estate Agents, my partner and I had an amazing experience renting a property through Ember over the past 12 months. Smooth sailing from start to finish, Cynthia and Nina were great at communicating with us and were always kind and helpful. Would definitely recommend going through Ember

Ellie K

September 2023

I have been a tenant for the past three years with ember. Communication and logging maintenance issues with Cynthia has always been easy. Early on we had a slight plumbing emergency which Cynthia was able to help us fix out of hours.

Louis Gregory

February 2025

Couldn’t be more helpful or supportive, they go above and beyond what’s required to make your experience a positive one. Couldn’t ask for better agents

Georgia Fagan

September 2024

Cynthia and the Ember Estate team are great! They've been managing our property for a while now and everything has been seamless since day one. They're a one-stop-shop that you can trust, which is exactly what you need in a managing agent. Highly recommend

Samuel Grange

September 2024

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No more repeating your story to someone new every few months. With Ember, you get one dedicated property manager who knows your property’s history, your preferences, and your tenants. It’s a relationship built on trust and seamless communication.

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Cynthia Auch-Schwelk

Early Inspiration

A genuine love for helping people and beautiful homes led Cynthia Imbriano into real estate. Following her mother’s 30-year career in property management, it was only natural for Cynthia to discover her own passion and talent in the industry. 

Career Journey

Cynthia began in real estate administration but quickly advanced to a leasing consultant role. Her go-getter attitude saw her managing a department by the age of 24.

Client Commitment

Driven by the satisfaction of helping clients navigate their property journeys, Cynthia stands out for her dedication to both landlords and tenants. She believes in offering solutions, doing the right thing, and building lasting relationships.

Changing Perceptions

Hearing landlords’ negative experiences fuels Cynthia’s mission to transform the reputation of real estate agents. She prides herself on exceptional service, communication, and expert advice.

Life Beyond Real Estate

A Mordialloc local, Cynthia loves hiking, Pilates, and wood-fire pizza nights with her husband, Marcus. When not exploring mountain trails with her dogs, Leo and Bodhi, she’s spending time with their two children, Alara and Hamish.

Marcus Auch-Schwelk

Passion for Property and Numbers

Marcus Auch-Schwelk is the finance and tech guru behind Ember Estate Agents. A natural problem- solver with a love for property, he works alongside his wife, Cynthia, helping clients achieve their real estate Is.

Professional Journey

Originally trained as a chemical engineer, Marcus spent five years at Monash University and six years in manufacturing before moving into business and real estate. An entrepreneur at heart, he purchased his first property at 25 and continues to build his investment portfolio.

Role at Ember

At Ember, Marcus leads finance and technology operations and oversees the owners corporation and short-stay divisions. He’s also a skilled sales negotiator known for his calm and analytical approach.

Beyond Real Estate

Outside work, Marcus enjoys tennis, hiking with his family—including kids Hamish and Alara and dogs Leo and Bodhi—and cooking homemade pizzas. He’s always exploring new business ideas and keeping up with the property market.

Maria Imbriano

A Lifelong Commitment

Maria’s passion for property management has spanned more than 30 years, establishing her as a respected and familiar face in Bayside’s real estate community. Her deep industry knowledge and dedication have earned her a reputation as a trusted professional who clients can rely on.

Personal Approach

For Maria, real estate is all about people. She finds genuine fulfilment in building strong relationships and offering personalised service tailored to each client’s needs. Her commitment to delivering excellent results makes her an invaluable partner for property owners and tenants alike.

Heart in the Community

Maria’s connection to Bayside runs deep. Whether she’s working or enjoying a peaceful stroll along the Mordialloc pier, she appreciates the unique character and sense of community the area offers. Her love for Bayside goes far beyond business—it’s home.

Life Beyond Property

Outside of real estate, Maria treasures time with her husband John, their two daughters, and her beloved grandchildren. Life at home is brightened by Ella, the family’s playful fur baby. From family gatherings to quiet walks by the sea, Maria embraces every moment with joy and gratitude.