Should You Allow Potential Buyers to Talk to Tenants Directly? Simon Abbott’s Policy in 2026

Owners often ask Simon: “Should buyers be allowed to speak directly with tenants before or during a sale?” While some transparency builds confidence, there are risks.

Best Practice: Simon advises controlled tenant-buyer meetings (with agent present) for most blocks—especially with longer-term/complex tenants.

Scenario: In a Moorabbin block, Simon arranged for a syndicate buyer to meet tenants on-site (with advance notice and professional structure), which reassured the buyer about vacancy and rental continuity, yielding a smoother exchange.

Risks: Unscripted direct dialogue can raise sensitive issues or spark requests for vacant possession.

Simon’s approach: shield tenants where possible, but don’t hide facts. Structured meetings build trust.

For your block’s tenant strategy, Simon’s experienced team can advise.

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