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I am wanting to purchase several investment properties in Queensland – but I am finding that I do not have sufficient time and travel capacity to locate suitable properties that fall within my requirements.
I would like to use the services of a professional ‘Property Finder’ (or similar), who would understand the local market and be able to identify good opportunities that fit my requirements.
Can anybody assist me by giving me the names of people/companies who reliably provide this sort of service in Queensland?
Many thanks
Dave C
I’m happy to recommend http://www.propertyresearchers.net.au as a company of good standing. Speak to Scott McGeever, the managing director (07 3368 1604) who is a licensed BA as well as a valuer. He also operates on the Sunshine Coast.
Hiring a BA is a smart move, especially if you’re time poor and investing/buying interstate.Cheers,
Pro-ActiveYou might also like to try Mic at Househunters as they are excellent in locating properties for clients.
Their number is 02-49432864 but they cover the whole of Oz.
Cheers Richard
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hi all
whats the difference between this and bird dogging.
teach meAs they told me bird dogger was a searcher
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Many thanks for your feedback – I will talk to these companies…
Cheers
Dave C
Dave C
Originally posted by grossrealisation:hi all
whats the difference between this and bird dogging.
teach meAs they told me bird dogger was a searcher
here to help
A buyers agent must be appropriately licensed (here in NSW anyway) to act on behalf of buyers. They must either hold a full RE licence or a restricted licence, which allows them to work for buyers only. A truly independent BA works exclusively for buyers and is not involved in the selling of any property. The term “bird dogger” refers to someone who sources property for you, usually a friend (or a friend of a friend) but they cannot legally “charge” for their services. If they are receiving an income, then they need to be registered and licensed accordingly.
My suggestions would be, when researching someone to source a property for you, to ask the following of them:
Are you appropriately licensed?
What is your track record?
Do you act EXCLUSIVELY for buyers? (ie no selling or affiliation/referrals with REA’s)
Do you have any testimonials?
Have you invested in property yourself?
What reports/data do you use to aid in your research?
Do you charge a fixed fee or a percentage of purchase price?
(fixed fee is preferable as why should they receive more money for a higher price?)
Why should I choose you over Company X?
Are you a member of REI?
How long is your agreement for with me?
(contract of engagement)Spend some time on finding a BA that you really TRUST, as this is the key. They should be working on finding your property with the same zeal that you ideally would.
And check their passion level. The truly good ones are excited about what they do and get a genuine buzz out of helping property owners to find their dream!
Good luck!Cheers,
Pro-Active
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