Sure, as it's probably the biggest. Let's say you purchase an apartment off the plan with an expected construction completion date in 2 years...
Deadlines are generally a waste of time and can actually weaken your strategy. For example, you put an offer in and set a deadline of 5pm...
For a new build, no, it's not unusual. However, there are also inherent risks as you are still technically buying off-the-plan. Generally with OTP...
We never 'broker' services on behalf of the client - they are engaged directly by and paid by the client. It is merely a tried and tested referral...
Strategy and acquisition are very different skill sets and operational roles. A strategy determines WHAT to buy, the acquisition determines HOW to...
It's an interesting take. We have our preferred B&P inspectors and conveyancers/solicitors because we know they DO rock the boat and don't gloss...
Yea I think that pretty much sums up what happened.
I know of a BA in the northern beaches whose client bought a property with a council reserve behind. In NSW, getting a property with a survey is...
Totally agree with this. To suggest that a conveyancer or solicitor is making recommendations for protections just to make a few measly bucks goes...
My understanding of this is that it's simply laziness and/or ommission when the lot was subdivided and that you should be able to apply to have it...
Simples - not everyone has the time or inclination to educate themselves in the same way that not everyone wants to do an electrical...
It's not always about buying them under market. For most people it's about getting it done at market in a highly competitive environment as most...
There are absolutely excellent buyer's agencies that are buying multiple properties a week, every week. It depends on the size of the agency,...
I think with buying property it becomes a case of the Dunning Kruger effect for a lot of people i.e. a little bit of knowledge gives a lot of...
Out of interest, was this an out of area BA buying for you in Melbourne too? Or a local BA on the ground?
What you're looking for and what the service level includes should all be covered in detail prior to engagement to make sure you're BOTH on the...
The auction clearance rate includes properties marketed under an auction campaign but sold prior. It doesn't mean they sold under the hammer. The...
See my answer here Buyers agent - micro vs macro
My experience as both someone who is and has used many types of BAs it that the best competitive advantage you can have is an area specialist, all...
Sure. Everyone has a different risk profile. If you're a buyer who is willing to take that sort of risk on purchases then it's your prerogative of...
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