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Buyers Advocate FAQs

1. Why would I need a buyers advocate, if I have engaged a real estate agent to deal with my property transaction?

If the local Real Estate Agent is selling your existing property and says he will be your Agent to buy, will he dedicate himself to the task of buying or selling?? Where is his commission coming from? The sale, unless you have agreed to pay another fee. Usually Agents say they will help you buy for no additional fee. So what will he do first? He will concentrate on the sale because that is his bread and butter[literally]. If he does not buy, what has he lost. Agents will always chase a fee. And why not?

Imagine ,you are keenly seeking to buy a property and you engage someone who might not earn a fee. It is common sense that if you pay a fee you get performance which greatly increases your chances of success. At Pitard Group our team of buyers agents is paid on success.

2. What does a buyers advocate do - what the real estate agent doesn't already do for me?

The main objective of a Real Estate Agent is to list and sell property.It is really the only objective. Get the Authority to Sell signed, put up a board up, advertise and go through the SALE process. An Agents knowledge is generally limited to the the area surrounding his office. They always push their own listings first which limits opportunities for the Buyer. It is impossible to wear two hats and do a proper job.

The buyers advocate on the other hand has a greater depth of knowledge of the entire market because day in day out they research,identify and inspect properties for BUYERS. Therefore Buyers Agents have a broader understanding of the overall market .

3. Why would I need a buyers advocate or buyers agent?

Apart from the particular skills of a Buyers Advocate in locating a suitable property other expertise exclusive to a buyers agent is put to your advantage.

Perhaps the most important skill is that of negotiation to achieve the best deal for a client. We know how Agents think in the negotiationg process, we know what motivates them.
Our knowledge is used to obtain the required outcome for our clients

4. Will there be weekly progress reports?

Communication is the secret of our success at Pitard Group. Reports,verbal, electronic ,face to face are the reason we are successful in our field.

However we will not drive you mad. You decide the frequency of reports but we can guarantee that we will communicate at least 2-3 times a week as a minimum with details on search,inspections negotiations or even just to say hello. And remember ,that you are welcome to call us at any time on even the smallest issue.

5. How do I know what I need from a Buyers Advocate?

This question is soley based on what you want from a Buyers Advocate - do you want the whole job done with little input? Or do you simply wish for us to find your property and leave you to do the rest? If you are unsure, our friendly consultants can assist you today, so give them a call and have a chat.

6. What if my property and real estate knowledge is limited?

This is no problem at all. Here at Pitard Group, we have many clients who approach us with little to no knowledge about the industry - and we promise to teach you what you need to know, and we'll complete the rest.

7. I have a time limit that I require a property within, can you help me?

Yes, however it is important to get in touch with our friendly team well in advance to your required date - this will ensure that we have enough time to source and organise your ideal property.

8. What about First Home Buyers?

For those property buyers who are First Home Buyers, we are more than happy to help. We will make sure that you are led in the right direction and have a thorough understanding of buying a home - call us today to find out more!

9. My business requires a new office/warehouse, can you assist me with this?

Yes. The team at Pitard Group have many years experience in both the residential and commercial real estate industry, and we are more than happy to source your new office or warehouse.

10. The property you have sourced for me is perfect, however I am worried about pests and structural issues, can you help me?

Here at Pitard Group, our service includes a full pest and structural investigation prior to purchase. Be sure to mention this service to us upon consultation.

11. What type of clients are featured in your portfolio?

Our client list over the years has ranges from minor residential purchases, such as families and singles, to major institutions including the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments, major banks including National Australia Bank and ANZ, AXA Property Trusts, AMP, Australia Post, Macquarie Bank, ESSS, Catholic Churches Insurance, and numerous private investor groups including Grollo and Becton.

12. I don't really want anything to do with the home buying process, but will I have to attend the auction if there is one?

No. If you do not wish to attend the auction, we can happily attend it for you and make your bids at the perfect prices. If you desire it, you can also come along to the auction and listen as we bid for you - easy and stress free.

13. I am on a very tight, low budget, will you be able to assist me in finding a property?

Yes, we can help any individuals with any budget.

14. What about financials?

If you are in need of financial information and pre-approvals, we can help you out. Contact our team today to find out more.

15. My business is desperate for a new office and warehouse - please help!

Certainly. Here at Pitard Group we are continuously growing to focus on not only residential but also commercial, and we can definately help you out!