Buyer’s Agency

At Citadel, we know how stressful and painstaking buying a home can be. And for good reason, being one of the largest purchases you will ever make, you want to ensure you have a team behind you, supporting you every step of the way. That’s why our buyer’s agents are dedicated to helping you find your dream home or property investment and make the buying process as smooth and stress-free as possible. Our buyer’s agents have experience in the local market and know the ins and outs of the home buying process. They will work with you to understand your needs and budget to achieve the best possible outcome for you and your family.

When you find a property you love, your buyer’s agent will negotiate on your behalf to get you the best possible price and terms. They will also guide you through the entire closing process, so you can relax and focus on your new home.

Why use a buyer's agent?

In a property transaction, there is a seller and a buyer. The seller is almost always represented by a real estate agent who takes a fee to both list and manage the proceeds of the sale. Typically, this agent is advocating to sell at the highest possible price and paint the most appealing picture possible of the property, even if it means overstating or understating components of the property sale, sometimes to the detriment of the buyer. 

The selling agent has dozens if not hundreds of negotiations under his or her belt and are much more acquainted with the proceeds of a property transaction. This reality puts the buyer at a heavy disadvantage as they are both unrepresented as well as tend to be inexperienced skipping essential checks and balances required to buy well. Now, add the complexity of buying interstate and the seller’s advantages are amplified.

The good news is at Citadel as your buyer’s agents, we not only equalise the playing field but also seek the best possible outcome based on your goals and objectives. We do this by:

  • Thorough analysis and assessment of the region both from a macroeconomic and microeconomic perspective

  • Conducting a comparable market assessment of similar sold properties

  • Conduct due diligence on the property and surroundings

  • Onsite inspection of the property

  • Manage the end to end process from sourcing through to purchase

  • Open up off-market and pre-market opportunities

  • Connect you with industry professionals that offer our clients competitive rates.

  • Close the seller’s experience gap being represented by an agent

  • We close the Home advantage the seller has

If you’re looking to explore whether you can benefit from a buyer’s agency, please book an obligation-free discovery call. Or alternatively, contact us today.

Do you want to learn how we can help?

FAQs

We are qualified Real Estate Agents having purchased in nearly every state in Australia. Unlike other buyer’s agents, we work across with both investment and owner-occupied property purchases. We also apply a data-driven approach to sourcing with a wide portfolio of regions we participate in.

For a no obligation chat, please contact us at Citadel and we can book in a time to understand your needs and whether this service is right for you.

One common misconception is that buyers agents are expensive. However, in most cases, the buyer’s agent is compensated through the commission paid by the seller.

One common myth is that buyers agents only work with high-budget buyers. In reality, buyers agents assist clients across various budget ranges. Another myth is that working with a buyers agent limits your options. However, a buyers agent has access to a wide range of listings and can provide you with more choices tailored to your preferences.

Numerous studies have shown the benefits of working with a buyer’s agent. Research indicates that buyers who use an agent secure properties at a lower price, have access to more listings, and have a smoother transaction process compared to those who go through the process alone.

A buyers agent assists in various ways. They help you search for suitable properties, provide market insights and analysis, schedule property viewings, and guide you through the negotiation and closing processes. They act as your advocate and ensure you have a smooth and successful home buying experience.

We represent the buyer’s interests in a real estate transaction. We help our clients find suitable properties, negotiate offers, and guide them through buying a home or an investment property.

A buyer’s agent works exclusively for the homebuyer, advocating for their interest and the best possible outcome. In contrast, a seller’s agent represents the seller’s interests. While both help with negotiations, a buyer’s agent focuses on getting the best deal for the buyer.

It really depends on the service. If you’re buying a home to live in, there is an upfront retainer fee to start commencing, researching and gathering requirements for the campaign. The remaining portion of the commission is paid upon successful purchase of the property. Usually the total is based on the percentage of the home sale price or an agreed set rate.

While a general real estate agent can help with buying and selling, a dedicated buyer’s agent specialises in the buyer’s side of the transaction. At Citadel, you are also registered by a qualified agent as well. Our expertise also helps navigate the complexities of the buying process, ensure your risk is mitigated as well as leverage service partnerships pre and post purchase.

This will depend on the type of campaign. However, we commonly experience clients approach us after 12 months of looking to purchase to purchasing with Citadel in weeks.

At Citadel, we not only buy interstate purchases but also specialise in interstate purchases. With Citadel, we pride ourselves in having a science-based approach to the regions we buy and participate in based on both quantitative and qualitative assessment of the region to ensure you buy in the best possible regions based on your budget.

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