Guy Smith - Brisbane Buyers Agent- AllenWargent Property Buyers

Guy Smith - Brisbane Buyers Agent- AllenWargent Property Buyers I source, assess and purchase Brisbane family homes. Specialising in interstate and overseas ex-pat buyers.

I'm a registered property valuer with over a decades experience in Brisbane and have purchased over 120 properties.

Recently PurchasedA successful purchase for a fantastic young couple buying their first home together.This townhouse sto...
24/06/2026

Recently Purchased

A successful purchase for a fantastic young couple buying their first home together.

This townhouse stood out for its exceptional internal size, offering 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a side-by-side double garage, solar power and a seamless connection between the living area and a spacious private courtyard.

Also only 6 years old and within five mins walk of a popular local café and Train Station.

Secured in a competitive multi-offer situation, we understood the sellers had already purchased elsewhere and were seeking certainty. By presenting a clean offer with short terms, we were able to provide that confidence and ultimately secure the property despite not being the highest offer.

Congratulations to our valued clients on securing a fantastic home with plenty of room to grow. Thanks also to on the sale side.

www.buywithguy.com.au

How do you buy the right family home in Brisbane when you can’t attend inspections? Case Study | Hawthorne, BrisbaneOur ...
14/06/2026

How do you buy the right family home in Brisbane when you can’t attend inspections?

Case Study | Hawthorne, Brisbane

Our overseas-based expat clients were relocating to Brisbane and needed a long-term family home — not a rushed or compromised purchase.
With a fast-moving market and limited quality stock, confidence mattered more than speed.

How we added value:
• Clear search brief from day one
• On-the-ground inspections with honest feedback
• Unbiased video walkthroughs (pros and cons)
• Full due diligence and accurate valuations (registered valuer)
• Clear auction strategy, executed on the day
The result:
- Secured at auction within budget and valuation
- Avoided overpaying
- Bought in one of Brisbane’s best streets
- Complete confidence — despite buying from overseas

A home purchase deserves deeper scrutiny than an investment spreadsheet.
If you’re relocating from interstate or overseas and want clarity before action, happy to talk.

www.buywithguy.com.au

Settled.Nothing better than helping a young family secure a beautiful long term home! Congratulations to this wonderful ...
14/06/2026

Settled.

Nothing better than helping a young family secure a beautiful long term home! Congratulations to this wonderful family on settlement day - an exciting new chapter begins..

www.buywithguy.com.au

The best time to buy property is often when others feel uncertain.Right now, Brisbane feels a little different. Fewer bu...
27/05/2026

The best time to buy property is often when others feel uncertain.

Right now, Brisbane feels a little different. Fewer buyers are active, confidence isn’t as high, and many are sitting on the sidelines waiting for more certainty. Still some strong results but the market is more patchy.

But here’s the interesting part…

Behavioural economics tells us humans naturally like to follow the crowd. We feel more comfortable buying when everyone else is buying. The problem?

That’s usually when competition is strongest, emotions run highest, and negotiation power disappears.

Historically, some of the best buying opportunities have come during periods of uncertainty — when fewer people are willing to act.

I purchased a 2 bed 2 bath 2 car apartment in the complex pictured below (Mermaid Beach) for a client in March 2020, just as Covid hit and uncertainty was peaking. The client was nervous, but decided to proceed as they had steady employment.

We focused on the fundamentals, great location in Mermaid Beach, large apartment with three balconies, small owner occupied complex of only six. We were able to purchase without competition for $580k and its now worth circa $1.2m today, without any upgrades.

Rather than following sentiment, we believe in focusing on fundamentals:
- Quality location
- Functional, owner-occupier appeal
- Scarcity and long-term demand
- A long-term view

Short-term market noise comes and goes. Strong fundamentals tend to endure.

Following the herd leads to average results. Above-average results often require the courage to think differently.

www.buywithguy.com.au

*purchased for another firm.

Functionality - One of the biggest drivers of property value.At the start of every search, one of our highest priorities...
25/05/2026

Functionality - One of the biggest drivers of property value.

At the start of every search, one of our highest priorities for clients is understanding the functionality of a home — not just how it looks.

A great floorplan should align with the dominant buyer profile for that location. What appeals to a family buyer in one suburb can be very different to what a downsizer or professional couple values elsewhere.

Time and time again we see a large sale price disparity between homes with functional layout and those without. Often having similar internal size and position, but superior functionality results in broader buyer appeal, resulting in a far higher sale price.

I inspected a home in Kedron, Brisbane a week ago. While not large compared to many two level homes, the layout worked very well, good indoor/outdoor connection, two living areas, bedrooms upstairs, pool/yard within view from the kitchen. The home sold within a week for a premium - a great example of the value placed on functionality.

If your goal is to maximise value through an extension, new build, or you simply want a home that outperforms the average, layout functionality should be the number one priority.

www.buywithguy.com.au

Honoured to have represented our clients in securing one of Brisbane’s top residential sales last week in Bardon.More im...
11/05/2026

Honoured to have represented our clients in securing one of Brisbane’s top residential sales last week in Bardon.

More importantly, I’m incredibly happy for this wonderful family securing their dream home — a property that offers not just an exceptional lifestyle today, but something genuinely scarce for the future.

Homes with this level of character, craftsmanship and intricate detail are becoming increasingly difficult and expensive to replicate in today’s construction environment. As building costs continue to rise, properties of this calibre and uniqueness become even more valuable over time.

Congratulations to my valued clients, this property will remain highly sought-after for many years to come.

Thanks to .mcgrath & .mcgrath
On the sale side.


28/04/2026

Brisbane Buyers - missing out is getting expensive..

Purchased Off Market.- Fully detached townhouse in small complex of 4- Spacious layout & courtyard- Double side by side ...
23/04/2026

Purchased Off Market.

- Fully detached townhouse in small complex of 4
- Spacious layout & courtyard
- Double side by side lock up garage
- Solid rendered brick construction
- Ducted air conditioning
- Easy walk to local cafes/shops/train/Kedron Brook
- Located in the best pocket of Nundah - just 8km to CBD

Congratulations to my valued ex-pat client who will eventually call this property home on return to Australia.
Thanks to ljh on the sale side.

www.buywithguy.com.au

brisbanebuyersagent offmarket

Settled. Congratulations to our amazing young clients on securing your first home, its been a pleasure working with you!...
22/04/2026

Settled.

Congratulations to our amazing young clients on securing your first home, its been a pleasure working with you!

We secured this fantastic five bedroom home under hot competition due to superior offer terms - which remains imperative as sellers seek certainty.

Thanks also to Alexandra Porter and Samantha Baines from McGrath on the sale side.

www.buywithguy.com.au

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