FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Answers to the questions
we hear most often.

RESIDENTIAL

Buying homes & investment properties

1. What does a residential buyers agent do?

A residential buyers agent represents the buyer throughout the property purchase process. We help with strategy, suburb selection, property search, inspections, due diligence, negotiation, and settlement coordination.

2. Do you help first home buyers?

Yes. We regularly assist first home buyers with understanding the process, securing finance, identifying suitable properties, and negotiating with confidence.

3. Can interstate investors buy through Realta?

Absolutely. We work with investors across Australia and can manage the entire acquisition process remotely, including inspections, due diligence, negotiations, and settlement support.

4. Do you source off-market properties?

Where available, we leverage our network to access selected off-market and pre-market opportunities that may not be publicly advertised.

5. How do you choose the right suburb?

We analyse population growth, infrastructure, employment, rental demand, vacancy rates, affordability, and long-term capital growth potential to identify suburbs aligned with your goals.

6. Can you negotiate at auction?

Yes. We can provide auction strategy, bidding support, and professional negotiation before, during, or after the auction process.

COMMERCIAL

Offices, Retail, Industrial & More

1. What types of commercial property do you help clients buy?

We assist with industrial warehouses, office spaces, retail properties, medical centres, childcare facilities, mixed-use developments, and development sites.

2. Is commercial property suitable for first-time investors?

It can be, depending on your budget, risk tolerance, and investment strategy. We help determine whether commercial property is appropriate for your circumstances.

3. How do commercial leases differ from residential leases?

Commercial leases are typically longer, involve different outgoings, rent review mechanisms, and tenant obligations. We review these factors as part of our due diligence process.

4. Do you review lease agreements before purchase?

Yes. We assess lease terms, tenant quality, expiry dates, options, rent reviews, and other factors that may affect the property’s performance.

5. Can you help with commercial finance?

Yes. We can connect you with commercial finance specialists to explore lending options tailored to your investment objectives.

6. What is a good commercial rental yield?

Yield expectations vary by asset type, location, tenant quality, and market conditions. We focus on the overall investment quality, not just the headline yield.

VENDOR ADVOCACY

Selling with independent support

1. What is Vendor Advocacy?

Vendor Advocacy is an independent service where we represent the seller’s interests throughout the sales process, including agent selection, strategy, campaign oversight, and negotiation support.

2. Do you sell the property yourselves?

No. We do not act as the listing agent. We work alongside the selling agent to ensure your interests remain the priority.

3. Why should I use a Vendor Advocate?

A Vendor Advocate provides independent advice, helps you choose the right agent, monitors the campaign, evaluates offers objectively, and reduces the stress of managing the sale alone.

4. Can you help me choose the best selling agent?

Yes. We assess local agent performance, marketing capability, negotiation skills, and suitability for your specific property and target buyer.

5. Do you help with pricing strategy?

Absolutely. We review comparable sales, market conditions, and buyer demand to help position your property effectively.

6. Can you assist if I am buying another property after selling?

Yes. We can coordinate both your sale and your next purchase to create a smoother transition and align with your broader property strategy.

BUSINESS BUYING

Acquiring established businesses

1. Do you help clients buy existing businesses?

Yes. We assist with identifying opportunities, assessing business fundamentals, reviewing financial information, and coordinating due diligence.

2. What industries do you work with?

We work across a range of industries including hospitality, retail, services, healthcare, childcare, and other small to medium business sectors.

3. How do I know if a business is worth buying?

We evaluate profitability, cash flow, customer base, lease terms, staff structure, growth potential, and operational risks before making a recommendation.

4. Can you help with business due diligence?

Yes. We coordinate with accountants, solicitors, and other specialists to ensure the business is thoroughly assessed before purchase.

5. Do you negotiate the purchase price?

Absolutely. We negotiate not only the price but also settlement terms, stock treatment, training periods, and other commercial conditions.

6. Can I buy a business through my company or trust?

Potentially, yes. We recommend obtaining legal and accounting advice to determine the most suitable ownership structure for your situation.

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Answers to the questions we hear most often.