Buyer's Agents: Worth It or Waste of Money? (An Honest Look)
Buying an investment property in Australia? Before you decide whether to use a buyer's agent, you need to hear this.
Most property buyers walk into negotiations completely unrepresented, whilst the seller has a professional real estate agent fighting to get the highest price possible.
That imbalance can cost you thousands (or MUCH more).
In this episode of the No BS Property Investing Podcast, we’re breaking down what a buyer’s agent actually does, who should use one, and whether it’s worth it for your situation.
Tune in to discover:
✅The truth about real estate agents (and who they really work for)
✅What a buyer’s agent actually does behind the scenes
✅Why most property buyers are at a disadvantage
✅Do you need a buyer's agent? Who should use one and who shouldn't
✅The biggest mistakes people make when buying property
✅Red flags to watch out for when choosing a buyer’s agent
Because the difference between buying right and buying wrong isn’t luck…
It’s strategy, negotiation, and having the right people in your corner.
And most buyers get this part completely wrong.
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:00 Real estate agents
00:03:40 What buyer's agents actually solve
00:05:40 Day-to-day of a buyer's agent
00:08:00 What happens after the offer
00:11:00 Who should use a buyer's agent
00:14:00 The 1% better principle
00:15:20 Who should NOT use one
00:18:00 What to look for
00:21:00 Red flags to run from
Whether you're a first home buyer, a seasoned investor, or someone who's been scrolling realestate.com.au after the kids go to bed…
Hit play now and find out if you've been leaving money on the table every time you buy.
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✅About Mark From ALIC✅
Ranked as Australia’s leading residential broker for the past seven years, Mark Davis is a director and investment lending manager at ALIC.
Winning 23 times broker of the year and $4.5 billion+under management - he co-founded the company in 2009 and has forged it into one of Australia’s most respected brokerages.
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✅About Ripehouse Advisory✅
Through their innovative ‘done for you’ property investment system, Ripehouse Advisory simplifies the investment process - enabling investors to build a property portfolio that generates substantial returns.
With a focus on long-term relationships, personalised strategies, and thorough research, Ripehouse Advisory empowers investors to create a financial legacy that can be passed on to future generations.
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✅Contact Ripehouse Advisory✅
https://www.ripehouseadvisory.com.au/