Buyers agency services for your first home
A clear process helps you move from “Where do I start?” to a purchase decision you understand. Right Path provides agreed support across the stages below, with your needs and instructions guiding the work.
From first conversation to keys
Get ready
We start with where you are now: your reasons for buying, expected timing, preferred areas and the parts of the process you find difficult. We discuss whether our service fits your purchase and what needs to happen before an active search.
Your broker or lender confirms your finance position. We explain the agency scope, fees, communication arrangements and next steps before you engage us.
You leave this stage with: A clearer next step and an understanding of the proposed service.
Shape your buying brief
We turn your ideas into a written brief. That includes your purchase budget, total cost considerations, location preferences, household needs, property type, essential features and deal-breakers.
We test the brief against available market evidence and discuss where flexibility may help. For example, is an extra bedroom essential, or is a quiet work area what you really need?
You receive: An agreed brief, priorities and decision boundaries. Changes are recorded as your understanding develops.
Search with purpose
We use the agreed brief to identify and filter suitable opportunities. This includes public listings and relevant conversations with selling agents. Pre-market or off-market properties may be considered when available and suitable.
We explain why a home belongs on the shortlist. We also record useful reasons for rejecting options, so feedback improves the search rather than sending it back to the beginning.
You receive: A focused shortlist, inspection arrangements within the agreed scope and progress updates.
Your part in the process
Tell us when your priorities or finance circumstances change. Make time for agreed discussions and inspections. Your feedback helps us distinguish a real deal-breaker from a preference that can be reconsidered.
Assess the home
For a serious contender, we look beyond the photographs. We compare the property with your brief and relevant sales evidence, review the information available and inspect as agreed. We explain what supports the recommendation, what is uncertain and which specialist checks are needed.
Due diligence starts early. Contract, title, strata, building, pest and local authority matters may require professional investigation before you commit, or carefully reviewed conditions and deadlines.
You receive: A property assessment, key questions and an agreed plan for outstanding checks. A buyers agent inspection does not replace a specialist report.
Plan and negotiate
We discuss an offer strategy based on the property, evidence, sale process and your circumstances. Price matters, alongside conditions, deposit arrangements, inclusions and settlement timing.
You set the boundaries. We communicate and negotiate within your authority, keep you informed and obtain instructions before changing agreed terms. Your legal or settlement professional advises on the contract within their role.
You receive: A clear offer plan and a record of the decisions and terms you authorise.
Progress to settlement
Once a contract is in place, there is still work to do. We help coordinate communication with the selling agent and your chosen professionals, track the agreed purchase steps and assist with inspection arrangements within our scope.
Your lender, settlement agent or solicitor handles their own approvals, documents and settlement responsibilities. Raise concerns promptly so the appropriate professional can advise before a deadline passes.
You receive: Progress updates, clear actions and support with the agreed pre-settlement inspection and handover arrangements.
Settle in
We confirm that the handover has taken place and talk through any immediate follow-up. We want to hear how the experience worked for you and where we could improve.
You receive: An agreed post-settlement check-in and a clear contact point for questions about the work we completed.
Know what you are engaging us to do
Before you sign, we explain the work, fees, responsibilities and limits of the engagement. You should be able to see what is included, what is arranged separately and when a payment becomes due.
| Area | What the agreement needs to clarify |
|---|---|
| Buying brief and search | Locations, property types, search scope, review points and how a changed brief is handled. |
| Inspections and assessment | Attendance arrangements, assessment deliverables, access limitations and specialist reports. |
| Offers and negotiation | Authority, communication, offer limits and how decisions are approved. |
| Purchase coordination | Agreed support, deadlines, pre-settlement inspection and handover. |
| Communication | Contact person, preferred channels, update schedule and urgent decisions. |
| Fees and engagement | Total or calculation method, GST, payment stages, term, cancellation and any refund conditions. |
Our fee
We explain the fee and payment stages in writing before you engage us. Ask us to walk you through the proposal so you understand the cost and the service it covers.
Other purchase costs
Our fee is separate from the property price and other costs that may apply, such as transfer duty, settlement or legal fees, finance costs, inspections, insurance, moving expenses and strata costs. Discuss a complete budget with your relevant advisers. Do not assume a concession or scheme applies until eligibility is confirmed.
Already found a property
Contact us with the address and the seller’s deadline. We will confirm whether a limited assessment or negotiation engagement is available and whether there is enough time to assist properly. No work begins until the scope and authority are agreed.
Frequently asked questions
Do you only search off-market properties?
No. We look for suitable opportunities across available channels. A publicly listed home may fit your needs better than an off-market opportunity. Access to unadvertised property is not guaranteed, and “off-market” does not automatically mean better value.
How do you decide whether a property is worth considering?
We compare it with your brief, examine relevant sales evidence and available property information, and inspect as agreed. We explain the trade-offs and questions still needing investigation. This is purchase guidance within our scope, not a formal valuation or a building certification.
Who carries out building and pest inspections?
Appropriately qualified specialists carry out the reports you commission. We can help coordinate arrangements within our engagement. Their findings, limitations and any required follow-up need to be understood before relevant contract deadlines.
When do the checks happen?
Checks begin before you commit and continue as required by the transaction. Some reports may be completed under properly drafted contract conditions. The timing, wording and deadlines matter, so we organise suitable professional advice before signing.
Can you help me choose a suburb?
Yes, within the agreed service area. We compare your priorities, travel needs, budget and suitable property options. School boundaries, planning information and other location-specific claims should be checked with the relevant authority.
How long will it take to buy?
This depends on your readiness, brief, available homes, competition and the seller's terms. We review progress and discuss changes when the current search is not producing suitable options.
What if my brief or budget changes?
Tell us promptly. We revisit the search criteria and explain any effect on scope, fees or timing. Your finance professional should review changes to your borrowing position. We document an agreed update before proceeding.
Am I committed to buying a property you recommend?
No. You decide whether to proceed and authorise offers. We explain the recommendation and concerns so you can make an informed decision. Any obligations already created by a signed contract require professional advice.
You do not need every answer before you speak with us
You may have a home in mind, a few suburbs on your list or no idea where to begin. Tell Bef where you are now. We will talk through your next step and whether our service fits what you need.