A Property Selling Advisor is not a real estate agent. They do not list your property, run your open homes, or earn a percentage of your sale price. Instead, they give you the expert analysis, strategy, and negotiation support you need to sell your home with confidence — at a fixed fee. Collings Property Advisory…Read More→
When you sell your home through a traditional real estate agent, you pay a percentage of your final sale price as commission. In Melbourne and across Victoria, that typically ranges from 1.6% to 2.5%, plus marketing costs. On a $900,000 property, that is between $14,400 and $22,500 — before you factor in advertising. There is…Read More→
Selling your property without a traditional real estate agent is legal across Australia, and for the right seller in the right situation, it can save tens of thousands of dollars. But it is not for everyone, and the mistakes made by unprepared sellers can cost far more than any commission saved. This guide explains the…Read More→
Every year, thousands of Australian homeowners ask the same question before listing their property: do I really need a real estate agent, or can I handle this myself? It is one of the most important financial decisions you will make, and the answer depends on your situation, your confidence, and how much you understand the…Read More→
Traditional buyers agents in Australia charge between 1.5% and 3% of the purchase price — meaning on a $900,000 property, you pay $13,500 to $27,000 regardless of whether the agent found the property or you did. Collings Property Advisory offers a transparent alternative: a fixed fee of $4,500 + GST covering expert analysis and full…Read More→
It is one of the most common questions Australian property owners face. Real estate agent commission in Melbourne and Sydney typically runs between 1.5% and 2.5% of the sale price — on an $800,000 home, that is $12,000 to $20,000. Many vendors reasonably ask whether they can do better by selling privately. The honest answer…Read More→
Buying property in Australia is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make. Whether you are a first-time buyer, an investor, or an experienced owner looking at a new purchase, professional guidance at the right moment can save you tens of thousands of dollars and protect you from costly mistakes. Where Buyers Typically Need…Read More→
It depends on your situation. A full buyers agent makes sense in some circumstances and is unnecessary expense in others. This page gives you an honest breakdown so you can make the right decision. When You Probably Do Need a Full Buyers Agent You are time-poor and need someone to search, inspect and shortlist properties…Read More→
Finding the property is just the beginning. Getting the price right, negotiating effectively, and avoiding costly contract mistakes requires professional expertise — even when you have done the searching yourself. Collings Property Advisory provides everything you need to complete the purchase confidently. What Happens After You Find a Property Once you have identified a property…Read More→
You spent months searching. You drove the streets, inspected dozens of properties, and finally found the one. Now the question is: do you need a buyers agent to help you buy it? The short answer: you do not need a full buyers agent. But you do need professional support before you make an offer. That…Read More→