Buyers Advocacy Melbourne

Our Service

Full Buying Service

As a dedicated Melbourne buyers advocate, Marsden Buyers Agents represents you and only you across the entire purchase, from the first brief to settlement. We work with first home buyers, families upsizing, and investors who want an expert managing the search, due diligence and negotiation on their behalf. Every decision is made in your interest, never the vendor’s.

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What Is a Buyers Advocate?

A buyers advocate is a licensed professional who represents property buyers, not sellers. At Marsden Buyers Agents, that means we handle the search, inspections, due diligence and negotiation for you, and we’re paid by you alone so our advice stays independent.

Why Buyers Choose a Melbourne Buyers Advocate

Buying property isn’t one-size-fits-all. The right strategy for a first home buyer looks nothing like the plan for a family settling in for the long term, or an investor chasing the balance of yield and growth. We shape our advocacy around your goals, not a template.

Off-market access

More than 50% of the properties we inspect are off-market, sourced through direct agent relationships. Less competition, more options.

Time back

Our clients buy in a 43-day average instead of spending months at weekend inspections.

Independent negotiation

We negotiate and bid daily, so you're not up against seasoned selling agents on your own.

Genuine due diligence

Plans and permits, government housing checks and a full neighbourhood review before you commit, not after.

One side only

We never sell property. Representing buyers is all we do.

The Team Behind Your Purchase

Every buyer is different. The right strategy for a first home buyer is not the same as the one for a family upsizing into a long-term home, or an investor weighing up rental yield and capital growth. We tailor our approach to the buyer in front of us.
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Dion Marsden

Director and Lead Buyers Agent
Dion grew up around property through his parents' renovation and flipping projects and has since facilitated hundreds of successful Melbourne purchases. He leads every engagement with a focus on negotiation strategy and clear, confident guidance at each stage.

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Michael Ganavas

Buyers Agent
A former real estate agent and auctioneer, Michael knows exactly how properties are marketed and negotiated, and he uses that inside knowledge to work in the buyer's favour. He holds a Bachelor of Arts and a marketing degree.

Our Process

Our Buyers Advocacy Process

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01

Initial consultation

A no-obligation conversation about your goals, budget and the property you’re after.
02

Engagement

We formalise the brief and get started, with your priorities set out clearly from the outset.
03

Strategy

We map a plan to your requirements, including how different Melbourne agents market and price properties.
04

Search

On-market, direct-to-vendor and off-market searches through our agent network and targeted outreach.
05

Communication

Regular updates by call and text, including negotiation and campaign progress.
06

Property tours

Physical inspections, with private viewings or video tours if you can’t attend in person.
07

Shortlist and review

A considered shortlist and closer second inspections on the properties worth pursuing.
08

Due diligence

Plans and permits, government housing checks, zoning and a full neighbourhood review before any offer.
09

Negotiation or auction

A strategy you’re comfortable with, then negotiation or bidding executed on your behalf. Some of our team are former auctioneers.
10

Purchase

We manage contracts, deposit and the post-purchase details.
11

Final inspection and settlement

A pre-settlement check against a full checklist, then settlement and key handover.
01

Initial consultation

A no-obligation conversation about your goals, budget and the property you’re after.
02

Engagement

We formalise the brief and get started, with your priorities set out clearly from the outset.
03

Strategy

We map a plan to your requirements, including how different Melbourne agents market and price properties.
04

Search

On-market, direct-to-vendor and off-market searches through our agent network and targeted outreach.
05

Communication

Regular updates by call and text, including negotiation and campaign progress.
06

Property tours

Physical inspections, with private viewings or video tours if you can’t attend in person.
07

Shortlist and review

A considered shortlist and closer second inspections on the properties worth pursuing.
08

Due diligence

Plans and permits, government housing checks, zoning and a full neighbourhood review before any offer.
09

Negotiation or auction

A strategy you’re comfortable with, then negotiation or bidding executed on your behalf. Some of our team are former auctioneers.
10

Purchase

We manage contracts, deposit and the post-purchase details.
11

Final inspection and settlement

A pre-settlement check against a full checklist, then settlement and key handover.

About Us

Navigating Your Path to Homeownership in Melbourne​​

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Fees

Transparent Pricing

Private Negotiation

Strategic negotiation on a property of your choice.

Fixed Fee Per Property / 

$4,400

What's included?

Auction Bidding

Advanced bidding strategy on a property of your choice.

Fixed Fee Per Property / 

$4,400

What's included?

Full Buying Service

Assisting throughout the entire home buying process.

Starting from / 

$14,300

What's included?

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Full Buying Service Fee Structure

$500,000 - $700,000
$14,300
$800,000 - $900,000
$15,400
$1,000,000 - $1,200,000
$16,500
$1,300,000 - $1,500,000
$17,600
$1,600,000 - $1,700,000
$18,700
$1,800,000 - $1,900,000
$19,800
$2,000,000
$22,000
$2,000,000 +
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Areas We Serve

Buyers Advocacy in Melbourne

We work in Melbourne with deep specialisation in the eastern and inner-eastern suburbs. Explore our local pages for Burwood, Box Hill, Mitcham, Ringwood, Blackburn, Mount Waverley, Croydon and the Yarra Valley.

Testimonial

Reviews From Our Clients

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Get Started!

Let's Chat!

Ready to start your home-buying journey? Contact us today to learn how Marsden Buyers Agents can make your dream home a reality in Melbourne. Fill out our form, and let’s get in touch!

A buyers advocate, also called a buyers agent, represents the buyer, not the seller, throughout a property purchase. They search on and off market, inspect and shortlist homes, run due diligence, and negotiate or bid to secure the property at the right price and terms.

Marsden Buyers Agents leverage an extensive network of contacts within the Melbourne real estate industry to access off-market properties. These are homes that are for sale but not publicly listed, offering you a unique buying opportunity with less competition.

The key benefits include saving time, stress and money by having an expert manage property searches and inspections, gaining access to off-market listings, leveraging negotiation skills to secure a better deal, and benefiting from professional advice to make informed decisions.

We operate on a transparent fee starting from $14,300. This includes all services from property searching to negotiating and securing your new home. There are no hidden costs, ensuring clarity and peace of mind for our clients.

While the timeline can vary based on market conditions and your specific requirements, our average time to buy is 43 days from the commencement of our search. Our efficient process and proactive approach are designed to find your ideal property promptly.

Our only focus is on representing buyers in the real estate market. This specialisation ensures our commitment and expertise are fully aligned with the interests and goals of home buyers, providing them with dedicated support throughout the buying process.

Our Full Buying Service starts from $14,300 and scales with the purchase price, up to $22,000 for a $2 million property. Private Negotiation and Auction Bidding are each a fixed $4,400 per property. Fees are set out in full before you commit, with no hidden costs.

The selling agent works for the vendor and aims to achieve the highest price. A buyers advocate works only for you, so their entire focus is securing the property for less, on better terms, with the risks checked first.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our FAQ section addresses common queries about our services, the buying process, and how we can assist you in finding your perfect home.