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At Hunter James, we prioritize due diligence to give our clients a competitive edge in the home-buying process. Our experienced buyer’s agents in Sydney conduct thorough property assessments quickly and accurately, leveraging market knowledge to minimize uncertainties.

With our expertise, we can promptly determine a home’s market value by analyzing comparable sales. This allows us to craft attractive offers that can save clients money while positioning them ahead of other buyers. One key strategy involves negotiating the terms related to financing. By ensuring our clients obtain pre-approval before starting their property search, we can often waive the finance clause in offers. Sellers prefer this approach, making clients using Hunter James more appealing to selling agents. We frequently find that sellers will accept a lower offer from buyers who waive financing conditions over a higher offer that is contingent on financing.

In addition, we advise clients to order independent building and pest inspections instead of relying on basic reports prepared for sellers. This proactive approach can reveal significant issues and enable clients to adjust their offers accordingly. For example, a recent client discovered a roof defect during an independent inspection that would have cost over $80,000 to fix, allowing us to negotiate effectively.

Settlement periods are another area where flexibility can enhance a buyer’s competitive advantage. Our agents communicate with selling agents to understand the seller's preferences regarding settlement terms. While the typical settlement period in New South Wales is 42 days, being open to variations can create a favorable negotiation environment. In some cases, sellers may wish to rent back the property after settlement, and our agents are skilled in negotiating fair leaseback terms.

Understanding contract conditions is crucial for buyers, and clients of Hunter James benefit from our expertise in navigating these details. While we never recommend waiving necessary clauses that could put clients at risk, we know how to leverage flexibility in contract conditions to help secure properties in a competitive market. With Hunter James as your buyer’s agent, you’ll have the support and strategy needed to navigate the Sydney real estate landscape effectively.