How Much Does a Buyers Agent Cost in Brisbane?

What do Brisbane buyers agents charge?

Our Brisbane buyers agent fee structure is completely transparent:

• $4,000 upfront booking fee: Secures our team exclusively for your Brisbane property search and ensures we won't take on competing buyers in your target suburbs or price range
• 2-3% fee at settlement: Paid when you successfully purchase your property
• Free consultation: We discuss your requirements and provide a clear quote before any commitment

For example, on an $800K Brisbane property, your total fee is $16,000-$24,000 (which includes the $4k booking fee, with the remaining $12,000-$20,000 paid at settlement). On a $1.2M property, the total fee is $24,000-$36,000 (includes the $4k upfront, with $20,000-$32,000 at settlement). Our clients save an average of $65,000 through expert negotiation, which means the fee typically pays for itself while giving you access to off-market properties and professional guidance throughout the process.

Why is there a $4,000 booking fee?

The $4,000 upfront booking fee serves several important purposes:

• Secures exclusive attention: We dedicate our full resources to your property search
• Prevents conflicts: We won't take on competing buyers searching in the same Brisbane suburbs (like Carina or Clayfield) or price range as you
• Demonstrates commitment: Shows you're serious about purchasing, which gives us credibility with selling agents when accessing off-market properties
• Included in total fee: This $4k is part of your overall fee structure, not an additional cost

The remaining 2-3% fee is success-based and paid at settlement when you purchase. Your free initial consultation happens before the $4k booking fee, so you can meet us and understand our service with no financial commitment.

What value do you get for the fee?

Beyond the average $65,000 in negotiation savings, Brisbane buyers agent clients receive:

• Access to off-market properties in suburbs like Carina, Clayfield, and Windsor before public listings
• Professional representation against experienced selling agents
• Comprehensive due diligence (building/pest reports, contract review, council checks)
• Independent market valuations using comparable sales data
• Expert auction bidding strategy and representation
• Time saved - we handle everything while you focus on work and family
• Costly mistakes avoided during the buying process

Why do fees vary between 2-3%?

The percentage depends on the complexity of your property search:

• 2% fee: Standard Brisbane properties in the $1.5M-$3M range with typical requirements (e.g., 4-bedroom family home in Carina, character Queenslander in Paddington)
• 3% fee: Complex searches with very specific requirements (e.g., 1,000sqm+ block with specific dimensions, unique architectural requirements, or hard-to-find property characteristics)

We provide a transparent quote during your free consultation based on your specific property requirements and search complexity.

How does this compare to selling agent commission?

Selling agents charge sellers 2.5-3% commission to achieve the highest price. As buyers agents, we charge you 2-3% to secure the best property at the lowest price. The key difference: selling agents work for the vendor, we work exclusively for you. Our fee gives you professional representation on your side of the negotiating table.

Is it worth it for first home buyers?

Absolutely. First home buyers benefit most from buyers agents because:

• You're competing against experienced property investors
• You have no prior negotiation experience
• Mistakes in your first purchase can cost tens of thousands
• We navigate Queensland's unconditional auction system on your behalf
• You gain access to off-market properties before they're publicly listed

Many first home buyers tell us they wish they'd engaged us earlier, saving themselves months of stress and potentially overpaying for properties.