We’re often asked, “Are you buyer’s agents?” It’s a fair question. After all, we help property investors buy property. But the answer is no—we’re not buyer’s agents. We’re something different. We’re property investment specialists.
And while that might sound like a small distinction, it actually changes everything about the way we operate, what we offer, and how we can help you grow your portfolio.
What Does a Buyer’s Agent Do?
A buyer’s agent works for the buyer and charges a fee—either a flat rate or a percentage of the purchase price. Their goal is to help you secure a property, often in a particular suburb or region where they specialise.
They’re a great choice for:
– Time-poor homebuyers
– People wanting to move to or live in a certain area
– Buyers needing help with inspections, negotiations, and local insights
Buyer’s agents are especially useful when someone wants to live in the home they’re buying. They bring a lot of value, and they absolutely deserve to be paid for their work.
But what we do is different.
Our Focus Is Investment—Not Just Buying Property
As property investment specialists, we don’t charge buyers a fee. We’re paid by developers or vendors, and our focus is on matching each client with the right investment—not just the right property.
We look beyond the suburb you like or the city you live in. Why?
Because the right place to invest today might not be the right place tomorrow.
We constantly analyse:
– Market trends across different states (such as those reported by the Real Estate Institute of Australia REIA and CoreLogic)
– Shifting demand patterns (e.g. for NDIS or co-living)
– Policy changes that affect returns
– Where supply is rising or falling
– What areas are becoming saturated
That means we don’t get attached to one city or region. We go where the numbers make sense.
Why Location Still Matters—Just Not in the Way You Might Think
Let’s be clear: location absolutely matters.
But we’re not interested in location for lifestyle or emotion. We focus on performance.
Sometimes the best opportunity might be in Brisbane. Other times it could be in Melbourne, regional Victoria, Perth, or elsewhere. The right location is the one that aligns with your strategy and offers the strongest potential for growth or yield—right now.
So when an area becomes saturated, we shift. That’s why we inspect projects across multiple states and work with a wide network of developers. It’s also why we can offer opportunities others may miss.
We’re Strategy-First, Not Suburb-First
Our service is designed for investors, not homebuyers.
That means we:
– Help you choose between different asset types (NDIS, co-living, house and land, duplexes, etc.)
– Advise on structure and yield, not just price and location
– Work backwards from your goals, not from a map
You’re not buying a place to live. You’re building a portfolio. So we don’t just find you a property—we help property investors find the right investment.
What You Won’t Get From Us
We won’t:
– Push a suburb just because it’s popular
– Recommend something based on feelings or convenience
– Try to beat down prices just to call it a “bargain”
You’ll never hear us say, “We love this area.” We’re not in the business of love—we’re in the business of results. And in property, chasing emotional picks or cheap deals can be costly.
What You Will Get
When you work with us, you can expect:
– No buyer fees—you keep more capital for investing
– Unbiased advice—we’re not tied to a single state or builder
– Tailored opportunities—we focus on your investment strategy, not a sales quota
– Access to deals—including off-market and specialist assets
We’re committed to helping you grow your portfolio in the most effective way possible—through smart investments in the right locations at the right time.
The Bottom Line
Buyer’s agents do great work for people who need help buying a home. But if you’re an investor, you need more than suburb insights and negotiation tips. You need someone who understands yields, policies, demand cycles, and what kind of property performs in today’s market.
That’s what we do.
We’re property investment specialists.
And we’re here to help you build something that works—not just something that looks good.
Written by Asle Kommedal,
Topstone Property Invest
