Buying a property can be stressful, both emotionally and financially. You’ve viewed every listed property in your area and budget, only to be outbid at auction time and time again. A friend or family member then suggests using a buyer’s agent, but you resist. Isn’t it just one more fee to pay?
Truth be told, most property buyers do not have the necessary experience or skills to negotiate on a house price or bid at auction. That’s why using a buyer’s agent can actually save you time and money in the long run so that you get the right property at the right price. Here’s how.
Save time to determine what you want
Buying a property, whether it’s your first home or an investment, can be daunting. There are so many options to consider and factors to take into account. Firstly, what is your budget and how much can you afford to borrow? How many bedrooms should it have? Which suburbs fit your search criteria? What amenities are must-haves for you? Alpha Property Buyer’s Agency can help narrow down your priorities so that you’re not looking for a needle in a property haystack.
Save time doing research
You know what they say, time is money. If you don’t have the skills or time to trawl through thousands of property listings, your buyer’s agent will do the ‘homework’ (pun intended!) for you by searching and evaluating properties on your behalf based on your list of predetermined requisites. Our buyer’s agents at Alpha Property Buyer’s Agency will ask the right questions about the property and get accurate valuation data so that they can guide you. They draw upon their extensive knowledge of the area and property prices – this is great if you’re new to an area.
Save money via off-market properties
A buyer’s agent can help you understand what the property is worth so that you don’t miss out on a golden opportunity – or overpay. Thanks to their industry connections and networking with real estate agents, buyer’s agents have the inside scoop on off- market properties (properties before they hit the market and properties that aren’t advertised at all). They can arrange to show these properties to their client, which could result in a quick, private sale without outside competition at a lower purchase price.
Save money through negotiation
A buyer’s agent will call upon their sharp negotiating skills and insider knowledge to get the best price for a property. They will also know when the sale is not going to work out and will advise you to withdraw from negotiations. Their job is to be unbiased and focus on getting the best deal at the best price for their client.
Save money at auction
Property auctions are intense and intimidating, especially when you’re new in the property market. All too often, buyers outbid each other at auction and end up paying way over the reserve because they let their emotions get the better of them. At property auctions, our experienced buyer’s agents at Alpha Property Buyer’s Agency can bid on your behalf, make sure you stick to your budget, and advise you on if and when to pull out of the auction.
Overwhelmed with the whole process of searching for a property? Worried about all the research you need to do for each property you inspect? Not sure how to find off-market properties? Worried about negotiating a deal or losing out at auction? Alpha Property Buyers Agency is here to help. Our team of buyer’s agents have the skills and experience to help you buy a property, whether for investment or personal use. Call us on 1800 831 821 today.
