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Buyers Agent Service

We have had an increasing demand from our clients to help them purchase properties that were either not for sale publicly or listed with other agents. They wanted a strong negotiator they could trust, and valued our opinion, honesty and experience so wanted us working on their behalf.

To meet this need, we now offer a buyers service which helps with the various aspects in the purchasing process, ranging from:

  • determining an accurate figure of a property's value
  • finding the right property
  • through to negotiating the best possible price or bidding on their behalf at auction

Purchasing real estate is one of the largest financial decisions you will make. So whether you're a first home buyer with a strict budget and limited real estate experience; a busy professional that is time poor; an Expat that wants a local expert to work on your behalf; or just want to keep your identity confidential, we can help.
If you would like more information or would like to discuss the options, call us on 02 9968 2088.

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Buying Tips

Buying a home or an investment property is a huge financial decision and needless to say, you need to be careful! Hopefully the below tips will assist you in the process:

  1. Focus on a specific area. Looking in the inner west and the lower north shore will drive you mad. Every area in Sydney is different and the prices vary immensely. Choose an area or locality and study the market; it will save you a lot of time and heartache.
  2. Research is key. Get to know the market by looking at recent sales. There is so much information available these days that will empower you when making decisions and no one wants to pay too much for a property. Becoming an expert will mean you will know the right price when you see the right property. Be realistic and don't hang out for a bargain – the best properties are rarely bargains (in any market)
  3. Buy what you love and can afford. Whether it's a home or an investment, buy a property that feels right. You will know when you see it – but make sure you can afford it. Financial stress is one of the biggest factors in relationship breakdowns; another reason why over extending yourself financially isn't worth it.
  4. Appoint an excellent conveyancer or solicitor. Many people just choose their family lawyer who they haven't used or heard from in years. Be careful with this one as many just do property work as a side job and it's not their priority. You want a good (preferably local) legal advisor that is readily available, does a lot of property conveyancing, and one that you like! We will happily recommend the best conveyancers and solicitors in the area to you without charge or obligation.
  5. Be ready to buy! You have been looking for weeks and finally you see a property you want – make sure you are ready to secure it! This means having a conveyancer/solicitor ready and most importantly that your finances are in order. A good mortgage broker will help you source the best home loan; and we can happily recommend good local ones without cost or obligation (or kickbacks).
  6. Don't sign anything until you have sought independent advice from a good solicitor or conveyancer. We have all heard terrible stories about real estate, most of them stem from people being ill informed, rushed or misled. We often see people sign contracts without seeking the right advice, don't let this happen to you.
  7. Try to meet the neighbours before you sign. Amazingly many people spend millions of dollars on a new home and meet the neighbours only after they have moved in!
  8. Overestimate building and renovation costs. When you buy something with potential, be aware that it has the potential to cost you much more than you think. Building costs are very high and projects rarely run to their original budget.
  9. Sell first. In most cases the smartest way to buy and sell is to sell first. You may even be able to get a longer settlement on your property to give you more time to find a new home. We have seen many people get caught out. Having to deal with two moves is far better than having to deal with two mortgages.
  10. Don't rush. There is a saying in real estate that 'properties are like buses – there is always another one around the corner.' Don't get fed up and just buy something. Stamp duty is too expensive to just make a purchase because you are frustrated by looking. Be patient; if you are realistic the right property will come up.

Make sure you register your details as well as what you are looking for by clicking here or call us on 02 9968 2088 to discuss your plans.

 

Find Out First

Some of the best properties in the area are sold 'off market.' Before we publicly advertise a house we send a preview to clients registered on our database.

To make sure that you Find Out First simply register by following the three steps below. We will not send you spam emails just the details of properties that match your requirements and local market updates.

If you are thinking of selling, we may have the buyer for your home – you can call us on 02 9968 2088 or email us at bindi@davidmurphy.com.au and we'll see if we can help.

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Buyer Testimonials

Respectful, knowledgeable & easy to work with

David and Bindi knew exactly what we were looking for and pointed us in the direction of the perfect property. We decided to move on the Friday, called Bindi and she convinced us to look at a property the following day that we probably wouldn’t have looked at. We exchanged on that house within 13 days. They encouraged us to look at other properties that weren’t listed with them so never felt pressured or that we were getting a hard sales pitch. They were respectful of the vendor not wasting theirs or our time with unrealistic prices, quick to respond to questions and didn’t have a negative word to say about other agents or listings. We really appreciated this approach so we have asked them to sell our home. Highly recommend!

100 Awaba Street, Mosman
Deborah Grace - June 2020
Trusted Agent! A rare find.

Alex is fantastic! He is an absolute pleasure to deal with.

Alex is also trustworthy and loyal and very hard working.

He will always try and get the best deal for his clients, but he does so whilst appreciating the surrounding market dynamics, and keeping both parties informed every step of the way.

I would highly recommend Alex as an agent.

He ensured we secured the property we wanted!

25 Cabban Street, Mosman
Stephanie Partridge - June 2020
Thank You for Your Incredible Help!

Alex was instrumental in helping us achieve our goal of purchasing a "forever family home" in Mosman. He was genuinely interested in helping us even though he was acting as vendor agent. We really appreciated his transparency and honest approach. Alex remained professional, patient and helpful throughout the process, even after the transaction and went out of his way to facilitate good communication and relationship between us and the vendor. We’ve worked with many agents during our property search but none as exceptional.

Alex also has an in depth knowledge of the industry, especially in Mosman and lower north shore suburbs. We highly recommend Alex, Bindi and David to anyone with property needs.

P A - June 2020
Thank You for Your Incredible Help!

Alex was instrumental in helping us achieve our goal of purchasing a "forever family home" in Mosman. He was genuinely interested in helping us even though he was acting as vendor agent. We really appreciated his transparency and honest approach. Alex remained professional, patient and helpful throughout the process, even after the transaction and facilitated good communication and relationship between us and the vendor. Alex also has an in depth knowledge of the industry, especially in Mosman and lower north shore suburbs. We highly recommend Alex, Bindi and David to anyone with property needs.

P A - June 2020
Professional and personal real estate team who value great customer experience

David and Bindi provided open house access, viewings at short notice and valuable advice about the area and local amenities. They were both easily accessible, professional, engaging and not pushy at any point.

1/84 Milson Road, Cremorne Point
Ian Hardcastle - April 2020
Fantastic realtors

Very pleased with dealings with David, Bindi and co. Professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommended!

2 Countess Street, Mosman
James Taylor - April 2020
Excellent professional service

Excellent professional service delivered in a friendly and supportive manner.

1/54 Raglan Street, Mosman
Jenny Michel - March 2020
Great agent

I recently purchased through David on behalf of clients in Park Avenue, Mosman. I have dealt with David before however this was the first time our team had purchased through him. David is professional, polite, knowledgable and very easy to deal with. He gives his clients a very high level of service and also provides buyers with clear and transparent updates. I am looking forward to working with David and his team in the future.

5/21 Park Avenue, Mosman
John - March 2020
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