Property advisory is an investment, not just an expense. At a fixed fee of $4,500 + GST, Collings Property Advisory needs to save or earn you just over $4,500 to pay for itself. In practice, the savings are typically far larger. Here is how the numbers work.
What Buyers Typically Overpay Without Professional Support
Research consistently shows that buyers who negotiate without professional support pay more than necessary. The reasons are predictable: they do not have reliable comparable sales data, they negotiate emotionally rather than strategically, and they are negotiating against agents who do this every day for a living.
On a $700,000 property, a 3% overpayment is $21,000. On a $1,000,000 property, it is $30,000. Even a 1% improvement in negotiation outcome on an $800,000 property saves $8,000 — almost twice the advisory fee.
What Sellers Leave on the Table Without Professional Support
Sellers who price incorrectly and negotiate without strategy typically achieve 1-3% less than market value. On a $900,000 property, that is $9,000 to $27,000 left on the table. A property selling advisor costs $4,500 and can help you price correctly, attract the right buyer and negotiate from a position of strength.
The Commission Saving
For sellers who use Collings Property Advisory instead of a traditional real estate agent, the commission saving alone is significant:
| Property Price | Agent Commission (2%) | Collings Advisory Fee | Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| $700,000 | $14,000 | $4,500 | $9,500 |
| $900,000 | $18,000 | $4,500 | $13,500 |
| $1,200,000 | $24,000 | $4,500 | $19,500 |
| $1,500,000 | $30,000 | $4,500 | $25,500 |
The Buyers Advocacy Saving
For buyers who do not need a full end-to-end search service, Collings Property Advisory provides the expert guidance they need at a fraction of the cost:
| Property Price | Buyers Advocate (2%) | Collings Advisory Fee | Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| $700,000 | $14,000 | $4,500 | $9,500 |
| $900,000 | $18,000 | $4,500 | $13,500 |
| $1,200,000 | $24,000 | $4,500 | $19,500 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a property advisor guarantee savings?
No advisory service can guarantee a specific saving — property markets are dynamic and every transaction is different. What Collings Property Advisory provides is expert analysis, strategy and negotiation support that significantly improves your probability of achieving a better outcome than going it alone.
Is a property advisor worth it for cheaper properties?
The $4,500 fixed fee means the advisory service is proportionally more valuable for higher-priced properties. For properties below $500,000, consider whether the potential saving justifies the advisory fee in your specific situation.
Book a Collings Property Advisory consultation today. Fixed fee $4,500 + GST. collings.com.au/portal
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