Having a buyer’s advocate doesn’t mean you don’t know what you’re doing
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Having a buyer’s advocate doesn’t mean you don’t know what you’re doing.
There are various reasons people engage a property advisor. It’s usually not because they feel inexperienced, but rather that they recognise the value in engaging a professional that is arm’s length to the transaction and able to provide ongoing support.
Some of our clients have transacted multiple times, yet at each opportunity they contact us to support their journey.
From people buying their first homes, to sophisticated professionals who have bought or sold multiple properties across their lives we’ve guided many people with varying levels of experience.
A great buyer’s advocate is often a soundboard, or confidante, with fantastic networks and access to the broader market.
Check out Julian’s story. He originally engaged Entourage to seek out off-market properties only and quickly realised the value a buyer’s advocate brings to the transaction.
A buyer’s advocate is an invaluable resource for any property acquisition. For most people buying property is likely going to be the largest purchase they ever make, whether it’s a home to live in or an investment property. Therefore, it makes sense to get good quality guidance and due diligence to ensure you are spending your money on the right opportunity.
The argument could be made that if a single property is going to be the primary investment you may in your lifetime (whether luxury or entry-level), then it makes more sense for you to utilise a buyer’s advocate compared to someone whose portfolio spans multiple asset classes.
A buyer’s agent provides advice and professional guidance on a range of elements when it comes to your purchase, such as:
- Initial consultation to understand what you want to buy, including creating a strategy to achieve this
- Finding property both on and off-market for purchasers to inspect, saves you time by filtering out unsuitable properties
- Helping you to understand what makes great property and guiding you in making excellent purchase decisions
- Conducting due diligence and inspections
- Organising and assessing reports including building and pest
- Bidding at auction or negotiating on your behalf
Working with a buyer’s advocate comes with many incredible benefits, especially when it comes time to understand the buying process and negotiate with the agent. If you’re not sure or have questions about what the experience is like, get in touch. We’d love to discuss your goals and how our team can help make them a reality.