Claudia Brooks - Buyers Agent

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I’m a licensed buyer’s agent with over 9 years’ experience in the Australian property industry and more than 5 years specialising as a buyer’s agent, having assisted in the purchase of hundreds of residential investment properties Australia-wide.

07/07/2026

Don't be disappointed by a counter offer.

I actually see a counter offer as a positive sign.

Why?

Because it tells me the seller is engaged. They haven't rejected your offer outright—they're willing to negotiate.

It also gives you valuable information.

A counter offer starts to reveal where the seller's expectations really are, rather than just the advertised price. Instead of guessing, you now have a clearer idea of what it might take to get the deal done.

So if you receive one, don't panic or assume the property's out of reach. Take a step back, assess the numbers, and decide whether it still stacks up for you.

Sometimes the first "no" is actually the beginning of the conversation.

29/06/2026

🏡 What Does a Property Price Guide Mean?

Property price guides can be confusing because most buyers only see the bottom end of the range.

For example:

📍 Guide: $900,000

What many buyers don't realise is that this may represent a range extending up to around 10% higher.

So a $900,000 guide could indicate a range up to approximately $990,000.

A price guide isn't an exact sale price, it's simply a guide to help buyers understand where the property may sit in the market.

That's why it's important to do your own research and not get too attached to the number you first see online.

24/06/2026

What Does a Formal Offer Mean?

A formal offer is simply your offer put in writing.

It's the point where the conversation moves from:

💬 "I'd pay around $800,000"

to

✍️ "I formally offer $800,000, subject to finance."

Many buyers think a formal offer means they're about to secure the property.

Not necessarily.

What it does mean is the seller is engaging and wants to know exactly where you stand.

And that's usually a positive sign.

A formal offer isn't an acceptance.

It's just the next step in the negotiation.

23/06/2026

🏡 What is a Cooling-Off Period in NSW?

A cooling-off period is a short window of time after signing a contract where a buyer can change their mind and walk away from the purchase.

In NSW, the standard cooling-off period is 5 business days for residential property purchases made through private treaty (not at auction).

If you decide not to proceed during this period, you can cancel the contract — but you'll usually forfeit 0.25% of the purchase price.

For example:
💰 Buying a property for $800,000?
The cooling-off penalty would be $2,000.

Why is it important?

✅ Gives you time to organise building & pest inspections
✅ Speak with your broker or lender
✅ Review the contract with your solicitor or conveyancer
✅ Make sure you're comfortable moving forward

Keep in mind:
❌ There is no cooling-off period if you buy at auction
❌ You can choose to waive your cooling-off period, but this increases your risk

A cooling-off period isn't there to help you find reasons not to buy. It's there to give you time to make an informed decision.

Save this post for your next property purchase. 🔖

05/06/2026

A few years ago, I put together an online program for first-home buyers.

It's basically everything I wish I'd known when I bought my first property at 21, combined with what I've learnt since as a Buyer's Agent helping hundreds of people buy property.

Recently, I've realised I'm still hearing many of the same questions I had back then:

• Where do I start?
• How do I know what offer to put in?
• How do I research what a property is worth?
• What due diligence should I be doing?
• What should I be looking for at inspections?
• What happens after my offer is accepted?

Nobody really teaches this stuff, and buying a property is a pretty big thing to be figuring out as you go.

So I've decided to make the program available again. It's all online, super affordable, and I genuinely think the information in there could help a lot of first-home buyers feel more confident and better prepared for the buying process.

🏡 Link in bio

27/05/2026

When should you do a building and pest inspection?

It depends on the type of offer you’re making.

If your offer is subject to building and pest or cooling off, you may be able to do the inspection after your offer is accepted, within the agreed timeframe.

But if you’re making an unconditional offer or buying at auction, you generally want to complete your building and pest inspection beforehand.

Why?

Because once you’re unconditional, you may not have the same ability to pull out, renegotiate, or ask for repairs if something major comes up.

A building and pest inspection helps you understand what you’re actually buying before you commit.

Always speak with your solicitor or conveyancer about the right timing for your state and contract.

21/05/2026

Who signs the contract first when buying property?

Generally, the buyer signs first.

But here’s the important part, just because you’ve signed doesn’t always mean the deal is done.

The contract usually becomes legally binding once the seller has also signed and the contract has been exchanged.

This can vary depending on the state and the contract process, so always check with your solicitor or conveyancer before signing anything.

12/05/2026

I saved for years, I went to multiple brokers and kept calling agents in the pursuit of buying my first property. I was so determined and I didn't give up. And then it happened.

08/05/2026

Before I bought my first investment property, I got knocked back by multiple brokers.

But instead of giving up, I just kept looking for a yes.

I was determined to make it happen.

I kept saving, learning, researching suburbs, calling agents, and eventually I bought my first property on a pretty average income for someone my age.

Looking back now, I’m really glad I didn’t stop at the first “no.”

Sometimes the difference is simply persistence and finding the right people who believe in your goals too.

06/05/2026

POV: people think being a buyer’s agent is just looking at houses all day 😅
Reality is…
You could be:
• out to dinner
• at the gym
• halfway through a weekend away
• or literally about to go to sleep…
…and suddenly it’s:
“Vendor has accepted. We need contracts signed tonight.”
Then it becomes a race to:
• get the contract reviewed
• speak with the broker/solicitor
• negotiate final terms
• organise signatures
• and secure the property before another buyer steps in.
A lot of the job is being ready to move quickly when the right opportunity appears, regardless of the day or time.
Because in a competitive market, the best properties don’t wait around for business hours!

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