A Quick Buyers Agents Checklist
The more you know about Amanda, the more comfortable you'll feel having her Buyers Agents on your side.
The following questions deal with some of the most important issues that you should know about Buyers Agents. No matter whom you engage, you should ask the agent to address the following points.
1. Do you or the company you represent also sell property?
In a word: No! Amanda Segers Buyers Agent never, ever sells property. Nor do we accept sales commission from vendors, developers or their agents. We have absolutely no vested interest to sell property — and this important difference sets Amanda Segers apart from most agents. Amanda works exclusively in her clients best interests to find a property that meets their needs. In sourcing brand new properties for clients, Amanda often can reduce the purchase price by the standard sales commission and then go on to negotiate even further discounts for the buyer.
2. How are you different to other Buyers Agents?
Amanda's services are unique because of her background, her experience, and her dedication to representing only the interests of you, the buyer:
- Amanda knows the real estate industry from both sides, having worked for McGrath Estate Agents in the Inner West, Lower and Upper North Shore, spending years negotiating on both sides of the transaction.
- This and other in depth experience has helped her to establish and nurture an active and potent network of agents and sellers.
- Amanda works for herself — and for you, the buyer. Her total independence means everything she does is conducted for your interests.
- Having your confidence is one of Amanda's highest priorities — and as client after client can testify, you can completely trust that Amanda will never divulge any confidential information whatsoever.
- Her market savvy is in evidence everyday, and was gained by years working both sides of the table, representing sellers and buyers. Plus, her extensive network constantly keeps her informed of new properties.
- Amanda is results driven, dedicated to getting her clients the best property and the best price in the shortest amount of time. Her ability to do this is evident in her offering a 30-day Money Back Guarantee. Please click here to learn more about this Guarantee.
- Her vast experience and knowledge of the market does not translate into higher fees — in fact Amanda's fees are at or below the industry norm.
- Because Amanda is an active and successful real estate investors herself, she constantly has her hand on the pulse of the market, and also understands how to build a viable, profitable real estate portfolio.
3. Is your company fully licensed to be a Buyers Agent and do you have $2 million or more of Professional Indemnity Insurance?
Yes. Amanda Segers Buyers Agent is fully licensed and has professional indemnity insurance of over $2 million, which further confirms why you can feel very safe having her on your side.
4. Do you have a strong network of contacts in the real estate industry so that you can access sales not publicly advertised or “silent sales”?
Not only is Amanda's network strong, but it is a highly productive one for her clients. Her many years of dealing with almost every agent representing sellers in Sydney's most popular areas means that her clients will often see properties before the homes or buildings are even listed. Sellers and their agents want Amanda to know about these “silent sales,” and her clients are primed to buy, and so are preferred prospects.
5. What reputation do you have in real estate industry and are people happy to deal with you?
Amanda Segers has won many awards in the industry. But what is even more rewarding to her is how she has helped many hundreds of families and investors find the ideal properties. This is why she regards her single most important success achieving the respect and admiration from her clients and, just as important, from her peers in the real estate industry. And there is no better evidence of the respect from her peers than her having built an extensive network of relationships with real estate agents and property professionals, resulting in her having access to a greater number of opportunities for our clients.
The fact is, agents prefer, even enjoy, dealing with Amanda because she provides qualified clients who are ready to buy and who don't waste agents' time looking at inappropriate properties. What' more, Amanda maintains complete independence in the sale process, adopting the mantra of “friendly but firm” when it come to negotiations.
6. What experience do you have in property research and negotiation for home buyers and investors? How will you find the most suitable property and ensure that I will get the lowest possible price, the best terms and conditions, and the best return on my property investment?
Amanda is among the most highly experienced professionals in all aspects of real estate in the Sydney market. As an investor herself, Amanda knows what to look for in selecting the best properties to buy for both home buyers or investors. Buying properties every week sharpens her skills in research, evaluation and negotiation.
With Amanda on your side, the balance of power that sales agents can appear to hold over buyers is shifted, as our clients are empowered with knowledge, confidence and independent advice to support their purchasing decisions. And, of course, because we look at each property on its merits, we are not influenced by secret commissions or 'kickbacks' from vendors. Please click here to learn more about our specific services.
7. What types of properties and areas do you specialize in? What markets do you know well and what areas do you do most of your work?
For home buyers in Sydney, we specialise in the following areas: Inner West, CBD across to the Eastern Suburbs, North Shore (upper, mid and lower) and the Northern Beaches. However, we are not limited by a particular area and can refer you to reputable Buyers Agencies operating in other areas or interstate.
For investors, we source properties across Sydney and Australia-wide, and have access to all properties listed with agents, as well as those “silent” listings not yet advertised on the open market. We constantly research “hot spots” for our clients and maintain close working relationships with a wide network of selling agents. Having Amanda on your side means you can tap into her knowledge bank of current information and gain access to the best investment opportunities as they arise.
8. What success have you achieved for your clients in the last 12 months, and can I view the testimonials they wrote on the completion of their property transaction?
Amanda has represented a wide variety of home buyers and investors in the past 12 months, achieving outstanding success for virtually every one of them. Testimonials of a number of recent clients are available for your review here or at our office. Much of our increasing client base stems from the glowing referrals given by clients who have been impressed with the value and service we provide, so we hope you do review the testimonials. What's more, our past clients, many of whom our services to buy their entire property portfolio, are very happy to receive a call to verify our service quality. The point is, a satisfied customer is our most effective advocate, so we do encourage you to review the testimonials or contact a previous client.
9. Are you a full Member of the Real Estate Institute of New South Wales? Are you a Member of the largest Buyers Agents Association in Australia which represents the majority of licensed, professional Buyers Agents?
Yes to both. Amanda Segers Buyers Agent is a member of the Real Estate Buyers Agent Association of Australia (REBAA) which aims to ensure the professionalism and integrity of the emerging buyers agent industry Australia-wide. It represents the major players in the industry that share these common values. We are also a member of the NSW Real Estate Institute (REINSW) the peak real estate industry association in NSW.
10. How do you charge your fees?
We offer a fixed fee based on your price range, not a percentage of the purchase price. We guarantee to work exclusively on your behalf to negotiate the lowest possible price and likely save you far in excess of our fee. In short, there is no risk to you. This is why our fees represent such a smart investment in knowledge, experience, leverage and confidence. Through our understanding of the property market, our skilled negotiation techniques, our helping you buy in high growth areas, we often save our clients between two to ten times our fees, or more! Please click here to see an easy to read chart on our fees
11. What experience do you have in assisting expats and foreign investors?
Amanda regularly assists overseas buyers and expats. In fact, Amanda was an expat herself, so has a particularly personal appreciation of the specific needs of this market. We communicate effectively with clients via phone and email. Once your wish list is established and refined, and you have provided evidence of finance approval, the search begins, as with all of our Australian clients. The only difference is that you may not get the chance to physically inspect the property — although this is strongly encouraged if at all possible for you. We can provide you with extensive market analysis as well as digital photos of the property and its location, serving as your independent eyes and ears down under! All features of the property, both good and bad, will be communicated so you can make an informed decision. We will also liaise with your friends or family members here in Australia and your solicitor, inspectors and other parties to make it a smooth transaction. Please click here to learn more about our specific buyers agents services for expats and foreign investors.
