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Fri 29 Nov '24
with Rich Harvey
How to Make Better Financial Decisions
 
 
Fri 15 Nov '24
with Rich Harvey
How Will the Future of the Real Estate Industry Evolve?
 
 
Fri 1 Nov '24
with Rich Harvey
Sydney’s Lower North Shore - Perspectives and Insights
 
 
Fri 20 Sep '24
with Rich Harvey
How to Invest or Buy Commercial Property
 
 
Fri 6 Sep '24
with Rich Harvey
Breaking Gender Barriers, Creating Empathy & Other Empowering Strategies
 
 
Fri 23 Aug '24
with Rich Harvey
Where to invest for around $500k?
 

 

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COOGEE REAL ESTATE BUYERS' AGENTS

 

Property in Coogee

We are experts in securing off-market prestige or commercial real estate property as well as sourcing positive geared property to super-charge your real estate investment portfolio. Our licensed real estate buyers' agents will work from your property brief to search for real estate in Coogee to meet your requirements. Whether you are a first time home buyer or a seasoned real estate investor, our team will negotiate on your behalf to get your the best deal for your property investment.

Our Award-Winning buyers' agents can help you secure the following:
  • Commercial Property in Coogee
  • Prestige Property & Luxury Real-Estate in Coogee
  • Property for Overseas Buyers or Expats in Coogee
  • Real Estate for Home Buyers in Coogee
  • Investment Property in Coogee

To engage one of our Buyers' Agents' to help you find and secure a property in Coogee, book your free consultation today.
 

Area information

 

Location and Transport Links in Coogee

Coogee is located approximately 7 kilometres south-east of the CBD in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs in the local government area of Randwick. The suburb is serviced by buses direct to the CBD or alternatively Bondi Junction train station is only a short bus ride away.

 

Property Types in Coogee

Coogee has a mix of older-style apartments, new townhouses and apartments, Californian bungalows, federation cottages and large modern double-storey homes on approximately 500m2 of land. Most of the 1960’s apartments have been renovated and many have ocean views.

 

Shops and Restaurants in Coogee

Coogee has a range of cuisines and popular cafés. Most shops and restaurants can be found along the beachfront or Coogee Bay Road including Woolworths supermarket. More cafés, shops and restaurants can be found at The Spot in Randwick.

 

Schools and Educational Facilities in Coogee

The local public school is Coogee Public School, which is one of the largest primary schools in the eastern suburbs with over 600 children. Alternatively, St Brigid’s Primary School offers an independent schooling option in the suburb. Other nearby schools include South Coogee Public School; Emanuel School, Randwick Public School, Coogee Boys Prepatory School, Marcellin College, Our Lady Of The Sacred Heart Primary School, Open High School, St Margaret Marys School, Randwick Girls and Boys High Schools and Claremont College in Randwick; and St Anthony’s Primary School in Clovelly. The University of New South Wales in Kensington is also nearby.

 

Recreation and Other Amenities in Coogee

Coogee Beach once rivalled Bondi Beach in popularity, however it is still a popular recreational spot for locals and tourists alike.  Major redevelopment of the seashore area in the late 1980’s including refurbishment of the Coogee Bay Hotel aimed to return the area to its former glory. This was followed up in 2014 by a $30 million renovation of the Beach Palace Hotel and The Aquarium, which reopened as ‘The Pavilion.’
Nearby recreational opportunities include the Ritz Cinema at The Spit in Randwick, sporadic events at Randwick Racecourse and picnic and sporting opportunities at Centennial Park including running, cycling, roller blading, horseback riding and sporting fields. There are also several gyms to choose from in Coogee in the suburb.

 

Why people live in Coogee?

To be walking distance to a world class beach and a quaint ‘village atmosphere’ shopping experience.

 

Buyers' Agent for Coogee

To obtain assistance searching for and buying real estate in Coogeeand to get a buyers’ agent or buyers’ advocate on your side,  please call us on 1300 655 615, email us, or send us your buyers wishlist today by clicking here. Alternatively, if you want advice on whether to buy or sell first, current market conditions or median prices and growth statistics for Coogee, call our team of buyers’ agents today on 1300 655 615 and we can assist you.

 

Meet your buyers' agents in Coogee

Munro Donen

DIRECTOR & PRINCIPAL, PROPERTYBUYER EAST

Eastern Suburbs

Munro Donen is Director and Principal of Propertybuyer East in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney. Munro has a wealth of experience having worked in real estate in South Africa, UK and in Australia since 2000. He's an excellent negotiator with vast knowledge of the local Eastern suburbs property market. His attention to detail and can-do attitude are just some of the traits his clients value most.

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"Munro did a fantastic job and delivered above our expectations. When we began chatting to Munro about potentially working together, one of our key questions was, “how long is all of this going to take”. During this buying period, there was limited stock on the market, and house prices were rising by the day – it was important that Munro could find the property and make the purchase happen quickly. He was frank with us and explained that our brief would be very challenging but was doable. Further, Munro felt reasonably confident that he could meet our brief in three weeks. It only took him two and a half. Munro knows what he is doing. He is very connected within the Eastern Suburbs property market and knows how to cut to the chase. He can refine a brief within days, and it was not long before all of the properties he showed us met or exceeded our expectations. He managed to get everything we wanted, in the location we wanted, for a price below our budget. He is also an excellent communicator and kept us, as well as our mortgage broker and conveyancer, informed of what was going on at all times. Somehow he even made navigating real estate fun. I would happily recommend him Thank you very much, Munro, for everything that you have done for us."

Lisa Schapiro

BUYERS' ADVOCATE - PROPERTYBUYER EAST

Eastern Suburbs

Lisa, a wife and ‘mumpreneur’ of two boys, is a dynamo – proactive and results-driven.   Among her greatest assets are her attention to detail and a warm demeanor that encourages authentic rapport building.   Speak to Lisa

Jodie Gottlieb

ASSOCIATE BUYERS' ADVOCATE - PROPERTYBUYER EAST

Eastern Suburbs

With an unwavering passion for real estate, Jodie Gottlieb with a background in psychology and finance uses her expertise in these areas to guide her clients towards their perfect investment or dream home. Speak to Jodie

Stan Rosenberg

ASSOCIATE BUYERS' ADVOCATE - PROPERTYBUYER EAST

Eastern Suburbs

Stan brings over three decades of unparalleled expertise in the real estate industry, having cultivated his skills with Sotheby’s Realty. Renowned for his exceptional track record and multiple accolades as a top-performing agent, Stan has seamlessly transitioned his focus from sales to exclusive buyer representation. Speak to Stan

Frequently asked questions

Why do I need a buyers’ agent?

You will save yourself money, time and stress when you engage a professional buyers’ agent to help you with your next investment property purchase. You will be empowered with the knowledge you need to make an informed decision about the value of a property without all of the sales “hype” often associated with property purchases – we protect you from making an emotional decision. You will have the benefit of our extensive research and analysis into past sales and comparable market data and will be protected from paying too much. You may also gain access to properties not yet advertised, otherwise known as “silent listings”.

Investors will gain access to our wide network of excellent investment opportunities and also get the inside knowledge of the best areas to invest. As property investors ourselves we understand the strict criteria required to buy high performing properties.

Our testimonials describe the ways we have been able to add value to our many clients. Most of our increasing client base stems from glowing referrals given by clients who have been impressed with the value and service we provide.

 

Does a buyers’ agent need to have a real estate background?

Yes.  Rich Harvey, Director of Propertybuyer and his team have the expertise, knowledge and real estate background to deliver what they promise – many of the team are ex-real estate agents that have switched sides.  Rich is a property investor himself, with a Masters in Economics, a Diploma of Property and is a Licensed Real Estate Buyers’ Agent. He is also a Member of the Real Estate Institute of New South Wales. If you are looking for a buyers’ agent team with exceptional qualifications and over 60 years combined experience, that understands property investment analysis, market trends, and can think creatively and intuitively, then the Propertybuyer team is your smart choice. Read our testimonials and you will be impressed by the results – not only with investors, but also home buyers and corporate clients.

 

Is A Buyers’ Agent worth the money?

Yes! We regularly save clients far more than the fee we charge, through our understanding of the property market and our skilled negotiation techniques. We offer a fixed fee service. The advantage of the fixed fee structure is that you only pay the same fee regardless of the price of the property. There are three key areas you will get great value for money by engaging Propertybuyer:

1. Saving Time:

  • Reduce the time spent searching – You will need to look at between 50 to 100 properties to get a true understanding of the market.
  • Most buyers take between 6 to 12 months (or more) to buy – we can cut down the process to under 60 days
  • Lost leisure and family time due to searching and attending inspections on weekends
  • Time wasted at work calling real estate agents
  • The time it takes you to get full market knowledge

2. Saving Money:

  • Don’t risk making an emotional decision and pay too much
  • Negotiating is an art – we know the tricks of the trade to secure a property at the lowest possible price
  • Leverage your knowledge by tapping into ours
  • Get a professional evaluation done so you have confidence to pay the right price

3. Saving Stress:

  • Remove the stress and pressure of dealing with real estate agents in your search
  • Get the upper hand with a buyers agent by your side
  • Buy with confidence knowing you are getting totally independent advice
  • Remove the frustration of being constantly outbid at auction

A buyers’ agent can save you a packet of money if they are experienced, knowledgeable and have your best interests at heart. They can take the emotion out of the negotiation and auction process and give you accurate advice on property values. They should have an extensive database of agent contacts to help you find off-market properties.

 

How Do I find A Buyers’ Agent?

Apart from searching online, ask a local selling agent if they have seen a good buyers agent in action. You can also ask family, friends and work colleagues about their experience with using buyers agents.

An important question to ask a buyers agent is whether they are truly “exclusive” or “independent”. If they accept sales commission from vendors or developers then they cannot be classified as “independent” as they are acting in the interests of the seller. Only deal with a licensed buyers agent (you can check license via the Office of Fair Trading in each state) and one that is a recognised member of your state Real Estate Institute and the Real Estate Buyers Agents Association of Australia.

There are seven factors to consider when selecting a good buyers agent.

  1. Industry experience - ask how long the buyers agent has been operating?
  2. Market coverage - what geographic specialisation do they have?
  3. Results oriented - ask about case studies and testimonials from past clients - what have they achieved?
  4. Network and contacts - can your buyers agent access off market properties easily?
  5. Research system - ask what due diligence and research systems they have in place to evaluate properties and provide real time market insights.
  6. Credentials - check licencing, qualifications and affiliations and if they have won awards.
  7. Cost - confirm the fee structure and check they don’t get kickbacks from agents.

 

Is it affordable to use a buyers’ agent?

Yes. We typically save our clients far more than our fee in the transaction by negotiating well. We assist property buyers of all budgets, saving you money by doing extensive research and analysis, looking at comparable sales and market data, and by negotiating hard to secure the best price, terms and conditions possible. You will make an informed choice and will be confident that you have bought well, whatever your budget. It’s a small investment to make when you consider the savings you will make on your property purchase!

 

Are buyers’ agents fees tax deductible?

If you are purchasing a property for investment purposes, the cost of using a buyers’ agent is generally tax deductible (forms part of the acquisition or “cost base”). Check with your accountant to see if the fee would be tax deductible in your case. Unfortunately you cannot claim the fee as a tax deduction if the property is purchased to live in.

 

Do you offer any guarantees with your service?

Propertybuyer is currently the most awarded Buyers Agency in Australia, and this public scrutiny is an unbiased testament to our integrity, value and quality of service.

We guarantee not to waste your valuable time sourcing inappropriate properties. We will deflect all the stress and detail and save you months of endless searching. We will spend time with you up front so that we clearly understand your needs and will target the search based on agreed preferences. With our help, you will save time, money and stress on your next property purchase. You will gain access to more properties, be better informed about comparable sales, the true value of a property and capital growth projections for the area, and you will make a more informed decision. When you decide on the right property, we will negotiate for you so you will be able to make a rational decision about price without the stress and pressure of dealing with real estate agents or having to negotiate.

 

Do you have professional indemnity insurance?

We have professional indemnity insurance to $4 million.

 

What is the process and how long will it take?

Our average turnaround time for investors is around 30 days and for home buyers between 40 to 65 days. After the initial meeting, where our services are further explained, questions are answered and your “buyers brief” is established, an engagement fee is paid (this amount varies according to the service you choose). Once your finance is pre-approved, the engagement fee is paid, and you are ready to buy, the search begins. We conduct thorough research and then present you with a shortlist of properties. The decision to buy is then yours.

 

If I engage the services of propertybuyer, will you guarantee to find me a property?

Yes – as long as your buyers brief is realistic. We guarantee to give you personal and professional service and a detailed analysis on each property we evaluate, based on your specific criteria. At our initial meeting, we will listen carefully to find out your exact requirements. We will advise you before you engage us if your property brief is unrealistic. You will also need to have your finances ready or be pre-approved for a loan before the search can begin. Once these have been established, the search can take as little as a week (up to an average of about 4-6 weeks) depending on your wishlist and the market conditions.

We work with you in partnership to help you achieve your goals quickly and efficiently. You may cancel the agreement with notice in writing.

 

What happens if I change my mind on an area or a type of property once I engage you? Do I have to pay another engagement fee?

We will always be working in your best interests and realise that your ideas about the type of property you want may change. When we meet initially to discuss your “buyers brief”, we will work hard to ensure that your wishlist is achievable and also realistic, so the likelihood of changing your mind is reduced. However, if you change the initial brief significantly, there may be a review of the fee, and an additional fee would be charged to cover the time already spent searching. We will work with you to make sure you are completely happy with your next property purchase, even if you change your mind.

 

 

Buyers' agent testimonials near to Coogee


 

Raji

Buyer type: Commercial
Buyers' agent: Alberto Da Grava
I am delighted to share my heartfelt appreciation for Alberto, whose expertise and commitment made our recent commercial property acquisition an outstanding experience. From the initial search to settling on our ideal property, Alberto demonstrated an unparalleled ability to find options that perfectly matched our specific requirements and budget constraints.

 

Lara

Buyer type: Home Buyer
Buyers' agent: Munro Donen

"I think that times are so erratic today, that you just have to trust the person that you choose to buy your property on your behalf. I don't think there's a black and white manual for anything that's happening in the property market today.

Munro doesn't give up. Morning, noon and night he's sending you through properties, and then he follows them up with phone calls, and then he does drive by's, and then he does walk through's, and then he gives you information on the areas around your property, and then he tells you how long it'll take you to walk to the beach, and where you can get a cappuccino. I have to give Propertybuyers' service a five star rating."

 

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Google reviews for buyers' agents near Coogee

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Nicolas Platt

From the moment we met Lisa and Munro we knew we were in safe, diligent, expert and professional hands. What we didn’t expect was the exemplary support, care and absolute ...

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Leo Kohn
Munro and team from Propertybuyer were fantastic at helping us find and negotiate our property purchase. They showed us a lot of great off ...
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Sean & Lara
We enlisted the services of Propertybuyer East because, as Western Australian residents, we needed local help acquiring a very specific property in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs- ...
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Carolyn & Richard
We had a fantastic experience working with Munro and Rich. Munro dragged us all over Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, took videos of properties he thought we might like and then ...
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Luke Morgan

The process with propertybuyer was stress free and quick! Stewart was prompt with all communication and sent through some properties that fitted my criteria straight ...

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Miki E

Propertybuyer found me a great investment property without me having to do the work. I spent so much time previously trying to find the perfect place and it just consumed ...

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Harrison Jones

I have met Munro Donen at a number of my open for inspections and recently sold a property to one of his clients. Munro was very easy to deal with from the start and it ...

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Damian Steele

Munro is the consummate professional who is efficient and does what he says hes going to do. Its refreshing to have dealings with the likes of Munro and I highly ...

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Basil Klevansky

I have been involved in all forms of property for 50 years and have been intimately involved in building homes, working with incredibly talented architects, selling over ...

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David Pincus

I worked with Munro and his team at Property Buyers to purchase my first home in Australia. From our very first meeting Munro was by my side helping me navigate the ...

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Dinnesh Anamalay

To put it very simply, Munro Donen is a Godsend. In my opinion, One of the best Buyers Advocates Money can buy in Sydney to help you secure your dream home. His ...

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Tanya Hurwitz

We had the most unbelievable experience using Paul to purchase our property. We live in Perth which was our biggest hurdle. From the second we signed up to use Paul he ...

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Andrew Arnold

We struggled to navigate the property market on our own, missing out on a few properties while not really knowing what we were doing. In meeting Paul, we straight away ...

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Zane McIntyre

I was never sophisticated in property in my home state of Qld, let alone my new home state of NSW. We hesitated for a long time to get on the property ladder due to our ...

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Hans Lim

Munro went above and beyond to help us find and secure the best property for us. We were quite inexperienced navigating the Sydney real estate market, and had inspected ...

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Helen Hesselberg

We were introduced to Munro through our Perth Real Estate agent. Being new to Sydney and its property market, we decided to engage the services of a Buyers Agent to help ...

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Henry Chan
We want to give Munro a 5 star review on our recent investment property purchase for his fantastic job. It was a long journey of about 7 months as our budget changed a ...
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Katya Sacks
I have recently come out of years of unpleasant divorce proceedings. I wanted to find myself a home but found the process daunting and just couldn’t seem to find something ...
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Nick Papas
Michael & the team are absolutely great people. The recent transaction Michael and I were involved in took a lot of patience from both of us. It was an intricate ...

 

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