Thinking of buying property on your own?

🏡 In this episode of The Property Playbook, host Terry Ryder is joined by Chris Graham, Senior Property Advisor at Australian Hotspot Advocacy, to explore why engaging a buyer's agent could be the key to securing your next winning investment.

What You'll Learn:

• What a buyer's agent does and how they work exclusively for the buyer's interests.
• The value of off-market properties and how buyer's agents can provide access.
• Why having a professional on your team ensures due diligence and avoids costly mistakes.
• How to identify a trustworthy buyer's agent with the right credentials.
• The benefits of flat-fee models versus commission-based services.
• Real-life success stories, including securing properties below market value with built-in equity.

Highlights:

• [00:51] The role of a buyer's agent and why it's better than going solo.
• [02:39] Success story: Securing a $55,000 equity gain on an off-market property.
• [04:17] How buyer's agents help clients avoid risky purchases and protect investments.
• [06:33] The cost structures of buyer's agents: Flat-fee vs. commission-based models.
• [08:28] Off-market properties: What they are and why they're a hidden gem for investors.

Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, this episode will open your eyes to the strategic advantages of working with a buyer's agent to build wealth through property.

If you would like to connect with Chris, you can reach him at [email protected]