Theo Goosen Estate Agents & Auctioneers: Meet Janet Blackburn

A lifetime of local knowledge and unmatched determination

With an on-and-off career in real estate spanning more than 35 years, Janet brings something that cannot be learned overnight – generational knowledge and a lifelong connection to the area she serves.

Specialising in Haenertsburg, the Wolkberg, Magoebaskloof, and Georges Valley, she is widely regarded as someone who does not just sell property, but truly understands the history, character, and people from the area.

Trust, she believes, rests on three simple but powerful pillars: confidentiality, clear communication, and complete honesty. Clients know they can rely on her discretion, straightforward advice, and consistent support throughout the buying or selling journey.

Outside of property, life revolves around home and nature. She has a deep love for her family home and finds joy in gardening.

The best advice she has ever received reflects her mindset: “Believe you can, or believe you can’t — you are right.”

For her, Haenertsburg is more than just a town – it is a way of life. With its spectacular natural beauty, fresh mountain air, and a warm, tolerant community where neighbours quickly become family, it offers a rare sense of belonging.

Over the years, she has handled many memorable requests, but one stands out: a client searching for land where he could live in a teepee and start what he called an ‘earth citizen army.’ Not only did she find the property, the client followed through on the vision.

When it comes to dream home essentials, the answer is simple: an established garden paired with a breathtaking view. And if given the choice between beach, bush, or braai, she does not hesitate – it is the beach, every time.