SMARTER PROPERTY BUYING

HOW BUYER ADVOCACY GIVES YOU THE EDGE IN TODAY’S FAST-MOVING MARKET.

Across the Northern Rivers and Southern Gold Coast, the way people buy property is changing. In a market where relationships are key and online listings vanish overnight, more buyers are realising that scrolling through online listings just isn’t enough. Buyer advocacy — or working with a buyers agent — is fast becoming the smarter way to purchase, offering early access, trusted advice and a strategic advantage when it matters most.

Around the world — in the US, Europe and much of Asia — professional buyer representation is the norm. In Australia, the model has gained serious traction in cities like Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, where experienced buyers understand that the best opportunities often never reach the public market. Now, savvy sea-changers, locals and lifestyle buyers are turning to local experts to avoid missing out and make better decisions with confidence.

At the forefront of this shift in our local region is Compass Buyers Agency — helping clients move from overwhelmed to in control with clarity, strategy and results.

Why Buyer Advocacy Matters

Whether you’re upgrading, relocating, downsizing or investing, Compass offers four key advantages that reshape how you approach the property market — powered by deep local relationships that unlock opportunities others miss.

1. Access What Others Can’t

The best homes are often sold before they’re seen. With Compass, you tap into a network of off-market and pre-market listings that never make it online — giving you a head start where it counts.

2. Local Insight That Pays Off

A pretty façade can hide costly risks. From flood zones to zoning overlays, Compass brings the street-by-street insight that protects your interests and helps secure long-term value.

3. Negotiation That Protects You

In a competitive deal, every move matters. With decades of experience and hundreds of transactions behind them, Compass negotiates with clarity and strategy — so you don’t overpay and you know when to walk away.

4. Confidence from Search to Settlement

Buying property can feel overwhelming — unless you have a plan. Compass brings calm, structure and support to every step, turning complex decisions into confident ones.

Trusted Local Expertise

Compass Buyers Agency is led by Co-Founders Chris Wallace- Harrison and Nick Goldsbrough-Reardon, joined by Lee Dowdall, Harley Peachey and Ruth Cox — a seasoned team with over 80 years of combined experience and more than $2 billion in residential and commercial property transactions.

From securing strategic investments and family homes, to exclusive beachside and hinterland prestige properties, Compass has developed a reputation as the leading independent buyer advocacy across the region. Whether you’re buying in Byron Bay or Broadbeach, their expertise spans negotiation, research, due diligence, investment strategy and buyer guidance — delivering a boutique, results-driven experience every time.

Strategy That Sets You Apart

Great property outcomes don’t happen by luck — they’re the result of a clear, well-executed strategy tailored to your goals. At Compass, every search begins with understanding your brief, then crafting a bespoke approach that ensures no time is wasted and no opportunity is missed.

This process is grounded in deep local insights, tailored research, trusted relationships and disciplined execution. Whether you're seeking a beachside retreat, rural acreage or strategic investment, Compass gives you the structure and direction to confidently secure the right property — not just the available one.

Independent Vendor Advisory

Thinking of selling but unsure where to begin? Compass offers a complimentary Vendor Advisory service — giving you expert guidance across sales agent selection, pricing strategy and campaign method with no pressure and no agenda. It’s real support for sellers who value having a trusted advisor in their corner.

Looking to Buy Smarter?

Start the conversation today. Your Dream Home may be closer than you think. Book your free confidential consultation or learn more at - compassagency.com.au