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Selling a Property in Adelaide? Why an Independent Seller Advocate Should Be Your First Call
Selling a property is one of the biggest financial decisions most people will make. Yet many Adelaide property owners begin the process by contacting a real estate agent without first having someone independently assess their options.
There is another way.
At Waterman Property Advocates, our Adelaide Seller Advocacy service gives property owners independent advice and representation throughout the entire selling process — from deciding how and when to sell, through to agent selection, campaign management, negotiation and settlement.
Most importantly, we work for the seller.
What Is a Seller Advocate?
A Seller Advocate, also commonly called a Vendor Advocate, represents the property owner during the sale of their home or investment property.
Rather than being the real estate agent responsible for listing and marketing the property, a Seller Advocate sits on the owner's side of the transaction.
Our role is to help you make informed decisions, identify the right selling agent and ensure the sale strategy is focused on achieving the best possible outcome for you.
Think of it this way:
Your real estate agent is responsible for selling the property.
Your Seller Advocate is there to represent you.
Why Speak to a Seller Advocate Before a Real Estate Agent?
One of the biggest mistakes sellers can make is appointing an agent too early.
Every real estate agent will naturally explain how they would sell your property.
An independent Seller Advocate takes a different approach.
We first look at:
your property
your personal circumstances
your timeframe
the local property market
likely buyer demographics
presentation requirements
potential selling strategies
your financial and lifestyle objectives.
Only then do we determine which real estate agents may be best suited to the property.
This allows you to compare agents objectively rather than simply appointing the person who gives the highest appraisal or makes the strongest sales pitch.
We Help You Choose the Right Real Estate Agent
Choosing a selling agent is about much more than comparing commission rates.
Different agents have different strengths, buyer databases, negotiation skills, marketing strategies and experience within particular Adelaide suburbs and property types.
As part of our Seller Advocacy service, Waterman Property Advocates can identify suitable agents and invite selected agents to present their recommendations.
We then help you compare:
estimated selling price
recommended sales method
marketing strategy
commission structure
advertising costs
recent comparable sales
local market knowledge
agent experience
communication style
negotiation strategy.
We can also assist in negotiating the agent's fees and marketing costs before they are appointed.
The final decision always remains yours.
You remain in complete control. We are there to advise and represent you throughout the process.
Independent Advice Throughout Your Property Sale
Our involvement does not finish once a real estate agent is selected.
We remain involved throughout the entire sales campaign.
Depending on your circumstances, this may include:
reviewing marketing and advertising
monitoring buyer enquiry and inspection feedback
discussing campaign performance with the agent
reviewing offers
assisting with negotiation
discussing auction strategy
helping determine an appropriate reserve
providing independent advice when important decisions arise
communicating with agents and other professionals
remaining involved through to settlement.
For many sellers, having an experienced property professional independently overseeing the process provides valuable peace of mind.
Seller Advocacy for Downsizing
Selling the family home after many years can be particularly overwhelming.
There may be decades of belongings to sort through, repairs to organise, decisions about where to move and a property sale to manage at the same time.
Our Adelaide downsizing property services can help coordinate the process.
Waterman Property Advocates can assist with the property sale, while our property clearance service can also help coordinate the preparation and clearance of the home where required.
This can include arranging appropriate trades and services for:
property clearances
rubbish removal
donations
recycling
cleaning
gardening
repairs
general preparation for sale.
Rather than having to manage multiple contractors and property professionals yourself, we can help coordinate the process from beginning to end.
Deceased Estates and Family Property Sales
Selling a property as part of a deceased estate can involve additional practical and emotional considerations.
Executors and family members may be managing the property from interstate, dealing with multiple beneficiaries or simply trying to navigate a process they have never experienced before.
Waterman Property Advocates regularly assists with estate property sales and property clearances in Adelaide.
Our role is to provide an independent point of contact and help coordinate the property-related aspects of the estate.
Where required, we can work alongside executors, beneficiaries, solicitors, conveyancers and other professional advisers.
Selling an Investment Property in Adelaide
Investment properties also require careful selling strategies.
There may be tenants in place, lease arrangements to consider and important decisions around when to sell.
Our Seller Advocacy service can assist landlords in assessing their options and appointing an appropriate real estate agent to manage the sale.
Having an independent advocate can be particularly useful for owners who live interstate or simply do not have the time to manage the sales campaign themselves.
How Much Does a Seller Advocate Cost?
One of the most common questions we receive is:
How much does Seller Advocacy cost?
At Waterman Property Advocates, our Seller Advocacy service is at no cost to the seller.
When the property is successfully sold, we receive an agreed referral fee from the appointed selling agent.
This does not change our role.
We represent you, the property owner, throughout the process.
There is no additional Seller Advocacy fee charged to you for our service.
More Than 20 Years of Independent Property Advice
Waterman Property Advocates has been helping South Australians navigate property decisions since 2003.
Our services include:
Seller Advocacy
Independent advice and representation for property owners selling residential property.
Buyer Advocacy
Professional assistance with searching, assessing, negotiating and purchasing property.
Property Clearances
End-to-end coordination for deceased estates, downsizing and properties requiring clearance and preparation.
This means we are able to assist clients through many different stages of a property transition rather than focusing solely on the transaction.
Thinking About Selling Your Adelaide Property?
You do not need to wait until you are ready to put a property on the market.
In fact, speaking with us before appointing a real estate agent gives us the greatest opportunity to help you assess your options and develop the right strategy from the beginning.
Whether you are:
selling your family home
downsizing
selling an investment property
acting as an executor
managing a deceased estate
preparing a property for sale
or simply considering selling in the next few months,
we are happy to have an obligation-free discussion about your circumstances.
Talk to Waterman Property Advocates before you appoint a real estate agent.
Independent advice. Experienced representation. Support from strategy through to settlement.
Waterman Property Advocates — Your Property Solution.
Visit watermanpa.com.au or contact our team to discuss how we can help with your Adelaide property sale.
