Is a buyers agent worth it in Melbourne?

It depends on how much time you have, how well you know the suburbs you want, and how confident you are at auction. An agent researches comparable sales, inspects, checks the contract and bids to a limit you agree on. Weigh their written quote against doing it yourself, and compare two or three agents before you decide.

Can a buyers agent bid at auction for me in Melbourne?

Yes. A buyers agent can register and bid for you, to a limit you set in writing beforehand. In Victoria there is no cooling-off period on a property bought at auction, so finance, building and pest checks and the contract review need to be done before auction day.

Can a buyers agent find homes that are not advertised?

Some homes are sold without a public campaign. No one can promise you access to them, so ask each agent how many of their recent Melbourne purchases were not advertised, and how they heard about them.

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Q: How much do buyers agents charge in Melbourne?

Each agent sets its own fee, either a fixed amount or a percentage of the purchase price, and Consumer Affairs Victoria notes that fees are not set by law, so you can negotiate them. The industry body REBAA puts the national average for a full search and negotiation service at 2% to 3% of the purchase price, plus GST and an engagement fee. REBAA gives no Victorian figure, so ask two or three Melbourne agents for a written quote and compare what each one includes.

Q: Is a buyers advocate the same as a buyers agent in Melbourne?

Yes. They are the same licensed profession under two names. Whichever title they use, check their licence on the Consumer Affairs Victoria public register before you sign.

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Many Melbourne homes sell at a Saturday auction, and each suburb is its own market. A buyers agent works for you, not the seller: they research comparable sales, inspect, check the contract and bid or negotiate within a limit you agree on.

buyersagents.com.au lists Melbourne buyers agents with their service areas and client reviews. Compare them, then check the licence of the one you choose on the Consumer Affairs Victoria public register.

Melbourne buyers agents

Agents on the Pro plan who serve Melbourne, most reviewed first. Pro is a paid plan. Three have three or more reviews, each from someone the agent invited to review them.

James Nelis

The Nelis Group Buyers Agency

Brisbane, QLD+7

Julian Khursigara

Geelong, VIC+5

Antony Bucello

National Property Buyers (VIC)

Melton, VIC+10

James Diseris

Lancaster Property

Elsternwick, VIC+9

Charlie Fakhry

SOS Property Advocacy

Northcote, VIC+10

Amir Sharifi

Eastern Property Advocates

Donvale, VIC+10

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How buyersagents.com.au works

Browse by Region

Melbourne is a city of distinct neighbourhoods, each with its own personality and property market. Start by exploring agents who specialise in the regions you're interested in.

Compare Profiles

Review detailed profiles for each buyers agent. Read real client reviews, and see the areas they work in. Before you sign, check their licence on the Consumer Affairs Victoria public register.

Connect with Confidence

Contact your shortlisted agents through their profiles. Ask how they search, what they charge and what is included, and ask for it in writing.

Browse Melbourne buyers agents by region

Each Melbourne region sells differently. Select the one you are looking in to find agents who work there.

Inner Melbourne

From the bluestone laneways of Fitzroy to the leafy avenues of South Yarra, inner Melbourne puts you close to the CBD, in period terraces, warehouse conversions and modern apartments.

Eastern Suburbs

Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs - Hawthorn, Camberwell, Kew, and Glen Waverley among them - are known for tree-lined streets, school zones and established family homes, and many sell at auction.

Western Suburbs

Williamstown, Yarraville and Footscray, out to the newer estates further west. A local agent can tell you which transport and infrastructure projects touch the streets you are looking at.

Bayside

Brighton, Sandringham and Hampton: beach access, period homes on wide blocks, and heritage overlays and coastal flooding controls to check before you buy.

Northern Suburbs

Brunswick, Northcote and Preston: period homes, apartments near the tram and train lines, and streets that differ block by block.

Inner South

Toorak, Prahran and South Yarra: large period homes, townhouses and apartments, many sold at auction.

Inner East

Fitzroy, Carlton, Collingwood, Northcote, Hawthorn and Camberwell define Melbourne's inner east. Heritage homes and heritage overlays, close to the CBD.

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Each suburb page shows its market figures, labelled as official or as an estimate, and the agents who work there.

Buyers agent fees in Melbourne

Agents charge a fixed fee agreed before the search, or a percentage of the price you pay. The Real Estate Buyers Agents Association of Australia puts the national average for a full search and negotiation at 2% to 3% of the purchase price, plus GST and an engagement fee. REBAA gives no Victorian figure. Consumer Affairs Victoria notes that fees are not set by law, so you can negotiate them.

Ask two or three Melbourne agents for a written quote, including GST and exactly what is included. The buyers agent fees guide shows how to compare quotes and work out the break-even on yours.

What the fee buys in Melbourne

Auction expertise

An agent who bids most Saturdays reads the room, the vendor's position and the reserve, and bids to a limit you set together, without emotion.

A wider search

Some homes are sold without a public campaign. Ask each agent how many of their recent Melbourne purchases were not advertised.

Melbourne due diligence

Heritage and flood overlays, the Section 32 vendor statement, and building and pest reports, read with you before you bid.

Your weekends back

The agent shortlists, inspects and reviews contracts, so you see only the homes worth your time.

How to choose the best buyers agent in Melbourne

As you compare agents on buyersagents.com.au, check these:

Hyper-local expertise

Do they have a deep and recent track record in your target suburbs? A buyers agent who knows Toorak is different from one who knows Footscray. Ask for case studies of recent purchases.

Complete independence

The agent should work exclusively for you, the buyer. They must not accept commissions from sellers, developers, or selling agents. This ensures their advice is always in your best interest.

Auction strategy

In Melbourne, auction expertise is non-negotiable. Ask how they prepare for auction day, their approach to bidding, and how they handle passed-in negotiations.

Strong testimonials

Look for real reviews from past clients. What do they say about the agent's negotiation skills, communication, and overall results?

Proper credentials

Ensure they are a licensed real estate professional in Victoria and carry professional indemnity insurance. Check the licence on the Consumer Affairs Victoria public register and ask for a certificate of currency for the insurance.

Helpful guides for Melbourne buyers

Free expert guides to help you understand fees, choose the right agent, and avoid costly mistakes before you engage one.

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Fee structures, percentage models, and what to expect to pay.

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A step-by-step framework for evaluating credentials and fit.

Questions to ask before you hire

The essential interview checklist before you sign any agreement.

Is a buyers agent worth it?

Cost-benefit analysis with worked examples and ROI calculations.

How to check an agent before you sign

Check these yourself before you sign an agreement with any buyers agent, including one you found here.

Licence check

Search the agent's name or licence number on the Consumer Affairs Victoria public register. Confirm the licence is current and has no conditions.

Insurance certificate

Ask for a certificate of currency for their professional indemnity insurance. Check the insured name and the expiry date.

Past clients

Read their reviews, and ask to speak with a recent client about how the agent negotiated and kept them informed.

Who they work for

Ask them to confirm in writing that they act only for you and take no commission from sellers or developers.

Our guide on how to verify a buyers agent lists the public register for every state.

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Buyers agents in Regional Victoria

Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Mornington Peninsula and Gippsland - agents who specialise in regional Victorian markets.

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Buyers Advocates in Melbourne

“Buyers advocate” and “buyers agent” are two names for the same licensed profession. Whichever title they use, check their licence on the Consumer Affairs Victoria public register before you sign. For a plain-English explainer, read our guide on what a buyers advocate does.

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