BUYERS AGENT - WHAT WE DO

At Advocate Property Consultants, we offer a complete end-to-end service.

1. Property Search and Shortlisting

Custom Property Search: We actively search for properties that fit your needs based on your budget, location preference, and property requirements (size, type, features).
Property Shortlisting: You provide a curated list of properties that align with your criteria, saving them time and effort in the initial stages.

2. Market Analysis and Insights

Local Market Research: Provide insights into local market trends, including pricing, future developments, and historical performance, to help you make informed decisions.
Price Comparisons: Compare a property's price with similar properties in the area to assist you in understanding whether it is competitively priced.

3. Property Inspections

Pre-screening Inspections: You visit properties on your behalf and pre-screen them to ensure they meet expectations before showing them to you.
Organise Property Viewings: Schedule and coordinate property inspections with you or on your behalf, ensuring they don’t miss any potential opportunities.

4. Negotiation and Purchase Strategy

Price Negotiation: Leverage your experience to negotiate the best possible purchase price for you, considering market conditions and property demand.
Bidding at Auctions: If the property is being sold at auction, you can represent yourself during the auction process, helping you stay within budget and bid strategically.

5. Due Diligence

Property and Title Checks: Assist with or arrange due diligence, including checking for any legal issues (e.g., easements, encumbrances) and ensuring the title is clear.
Building and Pest Inspections: Before purchasing, arrange for thorough building and pest inspections to identify any potential issues with the property.
Strata and Council Checks: For units or strata properties, help review strata reports and council approvals to ensure everything is in order.

6. Financing Assistance

Liaising with Lenders: Help you connect with mortgage brokers or lenders to secure the best financing options.
Mortgage Strategy: Recommending mortgage brokers who can advise on mortgage options that best suit your needs, whether it’s a fixed rate, variable rate, or other loan products.

7. Settlement Support

Contract Review: Collaborate with solicitors or conveyancers to ensure the sale contract is favourable to you, addressing any concerns or special conditions.
Settlement Coordination: Assist with all final steps leading to settlement, ensuring a smooth transfer of ownership.
Final Inspection: Arrange and accompany you for a final inspection before settlement to confirm that the property is in the agreed-upon condition.

8. Off-Market and Premarket Opportunities

Access to Off-Market Properties: Use your industry connections to find properties not yet listed on the open market, which will give you exclusive access to potential deals.
Early Access to Listings: Leverage relationships with real estate agents to secure premarket opportunities, giving you a competitive edge.

9. Post Purchase Services

Renovation and Maintenance Advice: Provide guidance on any potential renovations or maintenance required to maximise the property’s value or make it move-in ready.
Investment Strategy: For investors, advise on rental yield potential, property management, and market forecasting to ensure a strong return on investment.

10. Relocation Services

Assistance with Moving: If you are relocating from out of town, help them coordinate moving services, utility setup, and local area orientation to ensure a smooth transition.