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Edwards & Smith Team

YOUR GO TO BUYERS AGENTS IN GOLD COAST, BRISBANE & BALI

Edwards & Smith Buyers Agents, founded by former AFL players Jake Edwards (Carlton) and Ely Smith (Brisbane Lions), is a trusted Queensland-based agency. Both players invested in property during their AFL careers to secure their futures. Ely, after working with Jake to buy an investment property, became fascinated with the role of a buyers agent and joined Jake in the business. They've since helped numerous AFL players, including Zach Bailey, Ben King, and Conor Budarick, find their dream homes. Their mission is to bridge the gap between buyers and the property market, offering transparent, authentic guidance for purchasing homes and investment properties. Their approach combines dual expertise and personalised support throughout the property journey.

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Why Choose Edwards & Smith?

We understand the challenges buyers face. Here's how we help.

Access to Off-Market Properties

Want properties before they hit the market?

Our deep relationships with selling agents across Queensland give you exclusive access to properties before the public knows they exist. Less competition means better prices and faster deals.

  • Exclusive off-market property database
  • First access before public listings
  • Less competition = better negotiating power

Don't Know the Market?

Moving to Brisbane or Gold Coast from interstate?

We're your local experts with deep knowledge of every suburb, school zone, and hidden gem. Our relationships with local agents give you insider access before properties hit the market.

  • Market expertise across all Queensland regions
  • School catchment zone specialists
  • Deep agent relationships for off-market access

No Time to Search?

Busy with work, family, or living interstate?

We do all the heavy lifting. From initial search to final inspection, we handle everything while you focus on what matters. We search 40+ properties weekly so you don't have to.

  • Save 50+ hours of searching and inspecting
  • We attend inspections on your behalf
  • Handle all paperwork and due diligence

Keep Missing Out?

Tired of losing properties to other buyers?

We move fast and negotiate with authority. Real estate agents know our clients are serious buyers with finance ready. You get preference because agents trust there's no risk of the deal falling through.

  • Buyers agents given preference by sellers
  • Average purchase time: 4 weeks
  • Finance pre-approval ensures deal certainty

Exclusive Off-Market Properties

Access properties before they hit the market. Available only to our registered clients.

Property in Mallawa Drive, Palm Beach
OFF-MARKET

Mallawa Drive, Palm Beach

Gold Coast - Beachside

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

$2.5M

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Full details shared when you sign up with us

Property in Nuthatch Drive, Burleigh Waters
OFF-MARKET

Nuthatch Drive, Burleigh Waters

Gold Coast

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

$2.7M

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Full details shared when you sign up with us

Property in Aruma Avenue, Burleigh Waters
OFF-MARKET

Aruma Avenue, Burleigh Waters

Gold Coast - Waterfront

5 bed 3 bath 2 car

$4.5M

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Full details shared when you sign up with us

Property in Wynnum Road, Wynnum
OFF-MARKET

Wynnum Road, Wynnum

Brisbane Bayside

4 bed 3 bath 1 car

$2M

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Full details shared when you sign up with us

Property in Stradbroke Avenue, Wynnum
OFF-MARKET

Stradbroke Avenue, Wynnum

Brisbane Bayside

3 bed 1 bath 1 car

$1.6M

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Full details shared when you sign up with us

Property in Seminyak
OFF-MARKET

Seminyak

Bali - Central

3 bed 3 bath Pool

1 minute to the beach

$480,000 USD

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Full details shared when you sign up with us

What Our Clients Say

Real Google Reviews from happy clients across Australia

★★★★★

"My wife Lauren and I recently had the pleasure of working with Jake to secure our new home, which we move into in just over a week. We've worked with other buyers agents before and the results have been just okay, Jake and his team really operate on another level. From start to finish, the attention to detail, responsiveness, and genuine care for their clients was so clear in everything they did. The whole process felt smooth and stress free, and we couldn't be happier with the outcome. Edwards and Smith Buyers Agents are the real deal, they're with you for the whole journey from point A to Z and not just A to B. Couldn't recommend them highly enough and will definitely be seeking them out again in the future."

Johno Leidig

Home

2 months ago

Attention to detailStress-free processEnd-to-end support
★★★★★

"My husband and I recently purchased our family home with Jake as our buyers agent, and we honestly couldn't have asked for a better experience. From the very beginning, he was incredibly attentive and genuinely listened to what we were looking for. His knowledge of the market has made us feel confident every step of the way, and he always went the extra mile to make the whole process smooth and stress free. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble for him. In a market like this, we never thought it would be possible, but Jake helped us secure our home under budget and under market value! We're so grateful for his support and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking to buy."

Lauren Z

Family Home

2 months ago

Under budgetUnder market valueMarket knowledge
★★★★★

"Five-Star Buyer Agent Experience! Working with Jake and Kath was an absolute game-changer in our home-buying journey. From our very first meeting, it was clear that we were in the hands of a true professional—someone who not only knows the market inside and out, but also genuinely cares about their clients. They took the time to understand exactly what we were looking for, asked all the right questions, and offered expert advice. Their communication was flawless—always responsive, honest, and incredibly organized. They handled every step of the process and it felt entirely stress free. We had our perfect home just over a week from our first meeting and even under budget. We couldn't be happier and would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking to buy a home. If you want someone who goes above and beyond, this is the buyer agent for you!"

Camilla Sjøthun

Gold Coast

Home

2 months ago

Fast turnaround (1 week)Under budgetKath + Jake collaboration
★★★★★

"I went to Edwards & Smith in a bit of a crisis searching for property with tight personal constraints and I was working with Emma to get my purchase through. I cannot vouch for her enough, her professionalism, and a set of eyes and ears that are more experienced than mine and my partner's, and somehow came up with a result at a lower price point that reflected everything we wanted. Highly communicative and actively did her best to accommodate all of my idiosyncrasies. Emma is a great listener and really cares about her clients - though I'd never saying for a buyer's agent, but I don't think I've made a better decision during my house purchase journey. We are ring fans for a buyer's agent, and honestly I don't think I could have done it without Emma and Edwards and Smith. Cheers everyone."

Ananya P

Brisbane

Home

5 months ago

Lower priceGreat listenerAccommodating
★★★★★

"Edwards & Smith was highly recommended from the start of my partner and I'd property journey. Jake was our first point of contact and from the beginning, he was efficient, and understanding of our inexperience as first-time buyers. He quickly connected us with Dylan who was with us through every step of the process. We were absolutely thrilled with Dylan. From our first call with Jake to our loan approval, the entire process was simple and all handled with us. We couldn't have asked for a better team."

Savannah Hope

Brisbane

Investment Property

6 months ago

First-time buyersDylan's expertiseSimple process
★★★★★

"From the first call, Kath made my first experience into buying a property seem less! She was the ultimate professional and was a great communicator throughout the whole process. For someone who had no knowledge of realestate or the property market she made it unbelievably easy for me. I would highly recommend her services for someone looking to use a buyers agent to get into the property market."

Michael Dunn

Gold Coast

First Home

2 months ago

First-time buyerGreat communicatorMade it easy

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Recent Purchases

See the properties we've secured for our clients

Burleigh Waters, 4220

Burleigh Waters, 4220

Secured in 2 weeks, saved over $100,000 on budget

Carina Heights, 4152

Carina Heights, 4152

Found after client's 12-month solo search ended

Burleigh Heads, 4220

Burleigh Heads, 4220

Off-market SMSF investment property secured

How We Help You Buy

Simple, transparent process from start to finish

1

Free Consultation

We learn about your needs, budget, and timeline through a detailed property brief

No obligation, no pressure

2

Define Your Criteria

Budget, location, property type, and must-haves

We create your customized property brief

3

Diligent Research & Sourcing

We search on-market AND off-market properties across Queensland

Access to exclusive deals you won't find online - we review 40+ properties weekly

4

Inspections & Due Diligence

We meticulously shortlist properties and attend inspections on your behalf

Complete due diligence: building & pest inspections, flood reports, council regulations

5

Strategic Negotiation

We negotiate on your behalf using our deep agent relationships

Real estate agents give our clients preference because they know deals won't fall through

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Settlement Support

We provide unwavering support through settlement proceedings

Final inspection, seamless handover, and you move into your dream property

Our Service Fees

Transparent flat fee structure with no hidden costs.

Queensland (Brisbane & Gold Coast)

Typically 2-3% of purchase price

Bali, Indonesia

Under 5% of purchase price

What's Included:

  • Full property search (40+ properties reviewed weekly)
  • All inspections and due diligence
  • Expert negotiation on your behalf
  • Complete settlement support
  • No timeframe pressure, we take as long as needed

Where We Work

Expert buyers agents across Queensland and Bali

Brisbane

Queensland's capital with strong growth potential

Gold Coast

Premium coastal lifestyle and investment opportunities

Bali, Indonesia

Investment villas with 8-10% annual capital growth

13-15% annual ROI for rental income

8-10% annual property value increase

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I use a buyer's agent?

A buyer's agent works exclusively for you, not the seller. We provide unbiased market insights, access to off-market properties, expert negotiation, and handle all the complex due diligence. Real estate agents give our clients preference because they know our buyers are serious and finance-approved. There's no risk of the deal falling through.

How much do buyer's agents cost?

Our fees are transparent and based on purchase price: typically 2-3% in Queensland (Brisbane & Gold Coast) and under 5% in Bali. There are no hidden costs, and our service includes everything from initial search to settlement support.

Do buyer's agents actually save me money?

Yes! Our expert negotiation skills and market knowledge regularly save clients tens of thousands of dollars. We recently saved a family over $100,000 on their Burleigh Waters purchase. Plus, we help you avoid costly mistakes by identifying issues during due diligence.

Can you help me at auction?

Absolutely. We attend auctions on your behalf, develop strategic bidding plans, and use our negotiation expertise to secure properties. We also help negotiate with sellers before auction day to potentially secure properties off-market.

Do you work with interstate buyers?

Yes! Many of our clients are interstate buyers relocating to Queensland. We handle all inspections, coordinate with local tradespeople for reports, and provide detailed property assessments so you can buy with confidence without being physically present.

What's the difference between on-market and off-market properties?

On-market properties are publicly listed on realestate.com.au and Domain. Off-market properties are available before public listing or sold privately. We have access to both. Our deep relationships with local agents give you first access to off-market opportunities that most buyers never see.

How long does the buying process take?

We don't operate on strict timeframes. Whether it takes 3 weeks or 3 months, we're committed to finding you the perfect property. On average, our clients secure their property within 4-6 weeks, but it depends on your specific requirements and market conditions.

What areas do you cover?

We service all of Queensland (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, and regional areas) as well as Bali, Indonesia for investment properties. Our team has deep local knowledge across all these markets.

Who do you typically work with?

We help time-poor professionals, interstate buyers, first home buyers (from $550,000), upgraders, investors, and luxury buyers (up to $7,000,000+). If you're serious about buying property in Queensland or Bali, we can help.