Best buyer’s agents in Brisbane
Discover your ideal property in Brisbane with the help of a buyer’s agent. We use our network of sellers to get you access to Brisbane properties that aren’t readily available to the public.
Personalised property consultations
We provide Brisbane buyers with personalised consultations, allowing us to understand your specific needs, preferences, and budget. This initial step is crucial as it shapes how we guide you through the Brisbane property market.
In-depth property and market research
Our buyer's agent team thoroughly researches properties across Brisbane, comparing key features, prices, and market trends. We also deliver detailed insights into various suburbs, helping you choose the best area in Brisbane that aligns with your lifestyle or investment goals.
Access to off-market properties
Thanks to our extensive network of sellers in Brisbane, we can offer clients access to off-market properties, ensuring you have a broader selection of options that aren’t listed on the market.
Property inspections
We can organise private property inspections or attend public ones on your behalf. You’ll receive detailed reports on the condition of potential properties, helping you make well-informed decisions.
Negotiation and bidding
Our buyer’s agents in Brisbane are skilled negotiators and experienced in auction bidding. We act on your behalf to secure the best possible price and favourable contract terms, including settlement periods.
Comprehensive due diligence
We manage a thorough due diligence process on your chosen property, minimising your risk. This includes arranging building and pest inspections, and other crucial checks.
Commercial property expertise
Whether you’re in search of an investment property or business premises in Brisbane, we can help you find a property that meets your criteria.
Full-service project management
We oversee the entire buying process from start to finish, coordinating with other service providers and third parties. This approach saves you considerable time and effort.
Choose a buyer's agent who knows Brisbane and the specific areas you're interested in inside and out. For instance, a buyer’s agent specialising in the south Brisbane corridor will have better knowledge of different neighbourhoods and will, therefore, be more efficient at sourcing properties that match your criteria than someone with less specialised knowledge of that area.
Look for a buyer’s agent with runs on the board (successful sales) in the Brisbane market. This will generally be someone who’s been working or engaged in some capacity in the real estate industry for 5-10 years. Although technology can supply all the sales data a buyer’s agent needs, only experience gained over time can offer insights into market dynamics and emerging trends.
Research the buyer’s advocate or their business online and check out their customer reviews. Consistent positive feedback should be a reliable indicator of their honest and professional service. You can also play internet sleuth on Facebook property groups in Brisbane for any mentions of their name and/or business. Alternatively, you can shop closer to home and get recommendations from people you know who have used a buyer’s agent in Brisbane.
Your buyer’s agent should disclose all their commissions/fees upfront when it becomes clear you may engage their services. Be sure to ask if they receive other incentives or commissions from the sale of a property (e.g. a commission from a developer). If they accept sales commissions from vendors or developers, they cannot be classified as 'independent', according to the Real Estate Buyers Agents Association of Australia (REBAA).
Brisbane CBD & Inner City
Brisbane City, Fortitude Valley, South Bank, West End, New Farm
Inner North
Kelvin Grove, Windsor, Wilston, Lutwyche, Albion
Inner South
Highgate Hill, Woolloongabba, Dutton Park, Greenslopes
Northern Suburbs
Chermside, Aspley, Nundah, Northgate
Southern Suburbs
Mount Gravatt, Sunnybank, Calamvale, Eight Mile Plains
Western Suburbs
Indooroopilly, Toowong, Kenmore, Chapel Hill
Eastern Suburbs & Bayside
Carindale, Wynnum, Manly, Redland Bay
North West
Everton Park, Mitchelton, Ferny Grove, Samford
South West
Forest Lake, Springfield, Ipswich
Moreton Bay Region (Northern Fringe)
North Lakes, Redcliffe, Caboolture
What does it cost to use a Brisbane buyer’s agent?
The average fee for Brisbane-based buyer's agents can range between 2-3% of the property's purchase price (+ GST), according to the REBAA. Most buyer's agents also charge a fixed service fee ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. This fee is generally non-refundable.
Buyer's agent fees will depend on the level of service you require and their expertise. Naturally, a buyer's agent in Brisbane with strong sales behind them may charge higher fees. Additionally, their rates may increase if you require their help at auctions.
If you're a property investor, you may be able to claim buyer’s agent fees as part of the cost base (a capital expense you incur when buying an asset) to reduce your capital gains tax (CGT) payable when you sell the property, according to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
How can you access off-market properties in Brisbane?
Buyers Agent leverages its network of real estate agents in Brisbane to secure off-market properties for clients. It’s often mutually beneficial for Brisbane buyers and sellers to complete property transactions off-market as it can mean a faster sale, with lower costs (advertising, auctioneer fees etc.). However, without the inside access a buyer’s agent can offer, finding off-market properties in Brisbane is difficult.
How long does it take a buyer’s agent to find me a property?
Every client brief will be slightly different, with some being more straightforward than others. If the buyer has finance pre-approval, the entire process can take 2-3 months. Naturally, the process will be quicker for cash buyers. It may take longer in other cases or if other factors are at play (for example, the buyer needs to sell their property first).
What qualifications do Brisbane buyer’s agents need?
There are no formal qualification requirements for buyer’s agents in Brisbane. However, according to the Buyer’s Agent Institute, buyer’s agents in Queensland should have completed at least five core modules of Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice (CPP41419), in addition to having a Real Estate Licence (issued by the Office of Fair Trading).
To operate your own business as a buyer’s agent in Brisbane, you must complete a Diploma of Property (Agency Management) (CPP51122).
Where else in Australia can you help me buy property?
Our buyer's agents service all major cities and regional hubs. Choose the area you're interested in from the list below:
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