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A property buyers agent acts exclusively for the buyer, using their experience, market knowledge, and negotiation skills to secure the right property at the best price. They reduce risk by thoroughly researching growth areas, analysing cash flow, and ensuring you don’t overpay in a competitive market.

For investors, a buyers agent also provides a smooth transition into property management services. Once the purchase is complete, the buyers agent can connect you with professional property managers who handle tenant screening, rent collection, inspections, and maintenance. This means you not only buy the right property but also have the ongoing support to protect and grow your investment long term.

A property buyers agent gives you an advantage by sourcing and securing properties that match your goals, often including off-market opportunities that the general public never sees. They analyse price, identify risks, and negotiate on your behalf to save you time, money, and stress.

For investors, one of the biggest advantages is the seamless connection to property management services. Once a property is purchased, professional managers can step in to handle tenant placement, rent collection, inspections, and maintenance. This ensures your property is not only purchased well but also managed effectively for long-term growth and consistent rental returns.

At WHY Property Investment, our buyers agent fee is $12,900 + GST. This includes an engagement fee of $1,000 + GST to begin the process, with the balance of $11,900 + GST payable at settlement of the property.

This fee covers the full service of sourcing, researching, and negotiating on your behalf, including access to off-market deals, property due diligence, and professional negotiation to secure the best possible terms. For investors, there’s also a seamless handover into property management services, ensuring that once the property is purchased, it is professionally managed with tenant placement, rent collection, and ongoing maintenance to protect your long-term investment.

We purchase properties across Australia, guided by each client’s investment goals and strategy. In Brisbane, we frequently secure properties within a 15–35km radius of the CBD, an area known for its strong affordability, infrastructure growth, population demand, and employment opportunities.

Beyond Brisbane, we also source investment properties in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, and South Australia, ensuring clients have access to diverse markets. Our approach is not only about selecting the right property but also preparing for effective property management once the purchase is complete. With professional management services in place, your property is leased, maintained, and optimised for consistent rental returns, no matter which city you choose to invest in.

Our primary focus is on helping investors purchase properties that create long-term wealth and financial freedom. We look for opportunities that deliver strong rental returns, capital growth, and wealth creation over time, rather than the emotional aspects of buying a home.

However, our services are not limited to investors alone. For clients who may later want to live in the property, or who are purchasing with lifestyle goals in mind, we can still assist with sourcing the right property. What makes the difference is our ability to provide a smooth transition into property management, ensuring the property performs as a rental until you decide to occupy or repurpose it. This flexibility allows you to maximise the benefits of ownership at every stage.

The time frame can vary depending on your strategy and the opportunities available. In many cases, we are reviewing deals with real estate agents daily and can secure a property within as little as two weeks if it aligns with your goals. Some clients prefer to wait longer for the right deal, which may come up every few months.

While timing is important, our focus is on long-term outcomes. Securing a property that offers strong capital growth, rental demand, and long-term value is far more significant than saving a small amount upfront. For investors, once the purchase is made, we ensure a smooth transition into property management services, so the property is rented, maintained, and generating income as soon as possible.

We focus on what makes a property a strong deal for our clients and their long-term goals. Every property is worth buying only at the right price, which is why we look at multiple factors including potential to add value (such as building a granny flat, subdividing land, or improving cash flow). We also assess location benefits like proximity to transport, schools, and amenities, along with risks such as repair needs or maintenance issues.

For investors, we go a step further by considering how well the property will perform under professional property management. This includes rental demand in the area, expected yields, tenant appeal, and the ease of maintaining the property over time. By combining investment potential with management practicality, we ensure each property is set up for both growth and reliable rental income.

When you work with a property buyers agent, the process is structured to make buying an investment property smooth and low risk:

• Start with an initial conversation about your goals, strategy, and finances, including how the property will be managed long term.
• Confirm finance and loan options with your lender or mortgage broker.
• Review potential deals we have identified. If you wish to proceed, pay the engagement fee to begin the buying process.
• Define the type of property you’re looking for and receive current examples for review.
• Get presented with a detailed property package, including photos, cashflow analysis, flood mapping, transport access, and commentary on investment potential.
• If you choose to proceed, a solicitor reviews and finalises the contract.
• We coordinate with key professionals as required, solicitor, building inspector, and property manager to prepare for leasing.
• Review the pest & building report and negotiate on defects if necessary.
• Complete payments and paperwork through to settlement.
• Transition seamlessly into property management services, where your property is leased, maintained, and generating rental income.

There is almost always a good time to buy an investment property because opportunities exist in every stage of the market cycle. The key is understanding the conditions, whether that means being conservative during peak growth or identifying value in slower markets where motivated sellers are open to negotiation.

For investors, the best time to buy is when the property aligns with your strategy for capital growth, rental demand, and long-term wealth creation. Even in fluctuating markets, working with a buyers agent and having professional property management in place helps reduce risk, maintain rental income, and ensure your property continues to perform.

It’s also important to consider timing for selling as part of your overall portfolio plan. With the right advice and management, you can buy in growth-ready locations and hold through market cycles with confidence.

The amount needed to buy an investment property depends on the market and your financial strategy. Currently, clients can enter the Brisbane market from around $200,000 (subject to change over time), making property investment accessible with relatively low upfront capital.

Here are the typical costs to consider:

• Deposit: 5–20% of the purchase price (depending on lending arrangements)
• Buyers Agent Fee: $9,000 + GST
• Pest & Building Inspection: $500–750
• Legal Fees: around $2,000
• Renovations / Reports / Incidentals: optional, depending on the property

Beyond the purchase costs, investors should plan for property management fees, which cover tenant placement, rent collection, inspections, and maintenance. These services ensure your investment generates reliable rental income without requiring you to manage the day-to-day tasks.

Successful investing is about long-term wealth creation, not just upfront costs. By combining smart acquisition with professional management, you reduce financial risk and position your property to deliver consistent growth and returns.

When choosing a buyers agent, it’s important to look beyond just their sales pitch and consider how they’ll help you achieve long-term results:

• Their knowledge, skills, and experience in both acquisitions and property management
• Whether they practise what they preach (do they personally invest and manage property portfolios?)
• Do they understand your goals and resonate with your values?
• Are they able to challenge your thinking and provide honest advice (not just say “yes”)?
• Their communication style and whether it works for you
• The strength of the team supporting them, solicitors, inspectors, and property managers
• Testimonials and case studies from previous clients
• How active they are in the property market (sharing insights, trends, and rental strategies)

By assessing these factors, you can ensure your buyers agent not only secures the right property but also sets you up with effective property management for reliable rental income and long-term portfolio success.