A property transaction advisor is an independent professional who guides buyers and sellers through the property transaction process — from valuation and negotiation through to contract management and settlement preparation. Collings Property Advisory offers this service for a fixed fee of $4,500 + GST.
What Does a Property Transaction Advisor Do?
Unlike a real estate agent (who represents the seller) or a buyers advocate (who sources property on your behalf), a property transaction advisor works with you on the property you have already found — providing independent analysis, strategy and negotiation support.
Property Transaction Advisor vs Other Professionals
| Property Transaction Advisor | Real Estate Agent | Buyers Advocate | Conveyancer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Represents | Buyer or Seller | Seller only | Buyer only | Either (legal only) |
| Negotiates | Yes | Yes (for vendor) | Yes | No |
| Property analysis | Yes | Limited | Yes | No |
| Contract support | Yes | Limited | Yes | Yes (legal) |
| Cost | $4,500 + GST | 1.5-2.5% commission | $10,000-$25,000+ | $1,500-$2,500 |
When Do You Need a Property Transaction Advisor?
- You have found a property and want professional negotiation support
- You want to sell and need pricing, campaign and negotiation advice
- You want an independent second opinion before committing to a purchase or sale
- You want to understand your true negotiating position before making or accepting an offer
- You want expert guidance without paying full buyers advocacy fees
What Is Included in Collings Property Transaction Advisory?
- Property and market assessment
- Comparable sales analysis
- Market value assessment
- Investment analysis (buyers)
- Negotiation strategy and execution
- Offer preparation and management
- Auction strategy (buyers)
- Campaign strategy (sellers)
- Contract support coordination
FAQs
Is a property transaction advisor the same as a buyers advocate?
No. A buyers advocate sources and purchases property on your behalf — a property transaction advisor works with the property you have already found and focuses on analysis, strategy and negotiation. The cost is significantly lower.
Do I need a conveyancer as well as a property transaction advisor?
Yes. A conveyancer handles the legal and title transfer aspects of the transaction. A property transaction advisor handles the commercial, strategic and negotiation aspects. They complement each other.
Is a property transaction advisor worth the fee?
On a $1M property, a 1% improvement in your negotiation outcome saves $10,000 — more than double the advisory fee. Most clients recover the fee through better negotiation outcomes alone.
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