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Secure the right
property without
sacrificing your weekends.

A buyer's agency for busy Australians. We bring 25 years of combined property and financial-planning expertise, exclusive off-market access, and a quiet, unhurried discipline to every brief.

Premium architectural residence
Recently Acquired · NSW

The buyer's agent team with a financial planning background.

For a generation, buying property in Australia has been a contest of nerve and speed. We approach it differently. Every brief begins with the numbers behind the life cash-flow, horizon, intent and ends with a property that answers them, quietly and exactly.

By design, we accept a small number of clients each quarter. The work is unhurried, deeply researched, and pursued through relationships rather than portals. The result is the kind of acquisition that looks obvious in hindsight, and impossible without us.

Richard Byrne
Principal Buyer's Agent · Property Wise Advisers

A portfolio quietly secured.

A glimpse of what's been bought through us on-market and off-market, across NSW and QLD.

Luxury Mosman residence
Off-Market
NSW

Harbour-View Family Residence

Secured
Modern coastal home
Pre-Market
QLD

Waterfront Coastal Home

Secured
Contemporary residence
Off-Market
NSW

Contemporary Family Home

Secured
Architectural home
Auction
NSW

Heritage Reimagined

Won at Auction
Investment property
Off-Market
QLD

Investment Townhouse

Secured

A genuine advantage built on data and access.

Four reasons busy Australians trust us with one of the most consequential financial decisions of their lives.

01

Negotiation

Local expertise that helps you maximise true value at every offer, counter, and signature.

02

Access

Off-market and pre-sale listings seen first, before the public ever opens a portal.

03

Time Savings

Tailored strategy sessions aligned to your budget, lifestyle and timeline. Weekends stay yours.

04

Offer Advice

Emotional protection against overpayment drawn from real comparables and a planner's discipline.

Three ways we help you buy well.

Choose the level of engagement that suits your brief. Each is delivered with the same standard of care.

For investors

We handle it end to end.

From building & pest inspections and due diligence through to settlement — and getting your property tenanted — we arrange the entire process, so your investment is working for you from day one.

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Within four days they had sourced, vetted, and secured our investment property at a price the market hadn't yet caught up to.
Evan & Carrie
Investment Property · Queensland

Built for considered buyers.

We intentionally limit client numbers each quarter to deliver the personalised service every brief deserves.

Family home / 01

Family Home Buyers

The right home for the next chapter of family life.

Interstate buyer / 02

Interstate & Overseas

Relocate with surgical local knowledge and on-ground eyes.

Investor / 03

Property Investors

Build a portfolio with planner-grade discipline.

Commercial / 04

Commercial Investors

Acquire commercial assets with rigour and access.

New build home / 05

New Builds

Off-the-plan and house & land, assessed with a planner's eye for real value.

A team that came to property the long way.

Decades inside financial services taught us the right property is the one your future self approves of.

Richard Byrne
Principal Buyer's Agent
Richard Byrne

30+ years in Financial Services former senior roles at a major Australian bank, ING and TAL. SMSF Specialist and Certified Financial Planner®. Father of three; AFL and golf devotee.

Kim Livingston
Buyer's Agent
Kim Livingston

30+ years across conveyancing, project management, financial planning, mortgage broking and renovations. Guides clients from the fine print of a contract to a property's true potential.

Real outcomes, quietly delivered.

From first-home buyers to seasoned investors here's what our clients say after working with us.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I just want to thank you again for securing our beautiful home. From the minute we met you, you got to work. You took all my worries and stress away and filled it with hope and options. You asked us all the right questions, and more, to get to know us and what we wanted for our first family home. You went above and beyond when researching the market and suburbs that were suited to our price range and family! You found properties that fit the brief straight away and kept great communication throughout the process! This was a unique value for us. What had started as a horrible journey into the property market, ended with you securing us the perfect property, and with a great deal!! We will be forever grateful to you and will always thank you when we talk about our buying journey. We have loved being your clients and know this that we will keep in contact with you. I have already recommended you to so many of our friends! Thanks again.
Lisa O'Connor
First Family Home
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
The team at Property Wise Advisers was amazing to deal with. They are extremely professional, very knowledgeable about the market and the communication was outstanding. Highly recommended!
Ryan and Tara Thompson
Buyers
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
We can't praise Richard Byrne enough as our Buyer's Agent for our first ever investment property purchase. Not only is he genuinely a nice guy his professional approach to meeting our needs was highly appreciated and to be commended. He communicated with us every step of the way and found us a fabulous property quickly and without fuss. Richard's great working relationship with the real estate agents allowed us to broker an agreeable deal. He was our eyes and ears and made us feel confident in our purchase without actually seeing it in person. Richard is well connected and was able to source trades for minor works, a conveyancer and trustworthy property management. All this whilst liaising with our financial planner and mortgage broker ensuring our brief was met and that all parties remained on task. We would absolutely recommend Richard to anyone looking to buy in South-East Queensland. He has made our first foray into investing easy and we will definitely engage his services again when we are ready to grow our portfolio. Thank you so much Richard!
Evan & Carrie
First Investment · South-East Queensland
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Alexia and I are thrilled with the apartment you helped us purchase in Hope Island. When we decided to invest in property, we quickly realised the complexity of the real estate market and sought professional assistance. Thanks to your expertise, we felt supported throughout the process. Alexia's mortgage payments are now comparable to what she used to pay in rent, which is a huge relief. Your efficiency was impressive; within four days of discussing our preferences, you found us the perfect apartment. Initially, I was sceptical about finding something suitable within our budget, but you exceeded our expectations. Your honesty and industry knowledge are invaluable, and we believe your services are well worth the investment. We are confident in your ability to succeed in this industry, given your indispensable skills in navigating a vast market and accurately valuing properties based on location. Thank you for your exceptional work and for securing this wonderful apartment for us. We wish you continued success and are grateful for your outstanding service.
Domingo and Alexia
Investment · Hope Island
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Richard was incredibly helpful when we were buying our first investment property. He was approachable, knowledgeable and gave us confidence. He was so helpful in our search, attending inspections, providing local insight and bidding for us at auction. He continued to help us when it came time for settlement and arranging for the property to be leased. We are very happy with the service and the connections he has set us up with.
Aly & Chris
First Investment · Auction
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Richard went above and beyond to help me find my home. He genuinely enjoys helping people with the process and was a delight to work with. I have already recommended him to friends.
Sarah
Home Buyer
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Richard was absolutely brilliant. He found us a wonderful investment property and made the whole process very easy. He proactively assisted with every aspect of the purchase and went above and beyond! We highly recommend Richard.
Louisa & Tim
Investment Property
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
When we decided to relocate our family to the Gold Coast from interstate, we weren't prepared for the logistics plus the time and expenses involved. However, engaging Richard proved to be a significant relief, saving us time, money and all the emotional stress that comes with buying a property and moving interstate. His deep understanding of the local areas and schools instilled confidence in us with our move. Richard identified properties that matched our needs and managed every step through to the settlement. Despite our initial hesitation in using a buyer's agent, we are so grateful for Richard's invaluable local knowledge and support. We would highly recommend his exceptional knowledge, demeanor and professionalism throughout the whole property purchase.
John and Amanda
Interstate Relocation · Gold Coast

How a quiet acquisition unfolds.

Every brief follows the same architecture deep discovery, deliberate sourcing, sharp negotiation, settlement without surprises.

01

Discovery

A long conversation about brief, budget, finance, lifestyle and timeline.

02

Strategy

A written acquisition plan: target suburbs, asset shape, value range, success criteria.

03

Source

On-market and off-market sweep with weekly shortlists and written commentary.

04

Secure

Negotiation, due diligence, contract review and settlement support to the keys.

Questions, answered plainly.

A considered purchase deserves considered answers. Here's what most clients want to know before booking a call.

What does a buyer's agent actually do? +
We act only for the buyer, never the seller. We research the market, identify and assess suitable properties, carry out due diligence, negotiate the price and terms, and manage the purchase through to settlement. The aim is to help you make a better buying decision and avoid costly mistakes.
Why should I use a buyer's agent instead of buying directly? +
Selling agents are paid to get the best result for the seller. We're paid to get the best result for you, through independent research, objective negotiation and thorough due diligence. With over 30 years in financial planning, we look at whether a purchase makes sense for you, not just whether the property looks good. And we'll tell you when it's better to walk away.
Do you have access to off-market and pre-market properties? +
Yes. Our relationships with selling agents, developers and industry contacts mean we often hear about properties before they're advertised, or that never reach the major portals. But off-market doesn't automatically mean good value. Every opportunity gets the same research and due diligence.
Can you help me decide which property is the right investment? +
Yes, and sometimes the answer is that a property isn't right for you. We assess location, supply and demand, rental evidence, vacancy, comparable sales and long-term growth drivers. We also consider how the property fits your objectives, cash flow and existing portfolio. Where tax, lending, legal or SMSF advice is needed, we work alongside your own advisers. No one can guarantee growth, but we make sure your decision is based on evidence, not marketing.
What does your service cost? +
Our fees depend on the type of purchase and the level of service. Full acquisition engagements generally involve an engagement fee and a success fee. The success fee is payable once the purchase becomes unconditional, with the engagement fee deducted. We confirm your fee in writing before you commit. Our standalone Property Investment Health Check for existing or new investment properties starts from $595 + GST.
Which areas do you cover? +
We specialise in Southeast Queensland: Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast. We also work across New South Wales and regularly help interstate buyers relocating to Queensland. For investors, we buy nationally where the fundamentals justify it.
What is your new development and off-the-plan service? +
We have access to a wide range of new and upcoming projects across Southeast Queensland, particularly on the Gold Coast, including early-release opportunities. Rather than promoting a single project, we compare developments side by side on developer track record, location, price per square metre, body corporate costs, supply, rental demand and resale prospects. That way you can judge which property, if any, is right for you. The service is ideal for interstate buyers, downsizers and anyone looking for a holiday home or second property or investors. Where a developer pays our fee, there's no fee payable by you.
How many clients do you take on? +
We deliberately limit the number of clients we work with at any one time, so we stay personally involved in every brief from strategy to settlement.
What happens on the strategy call? +
It's a complimentary, no-obligation 30-minute conversation about your goals, budget, finance and timeframe. We'll outline how we'd approach your purchase and tell you honestly whether we're the right fit.
I've already found a property. Can you give me a second opinion? +
Yes. We can independently assess a specific property before you buy: its value, comparable sales, rental evidence, risks and suitability for your goals. If you already own an investment property, our Property Investment Health Check looks at how it has performed since purchase and whether it still deserves a place in your portfolio.
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Let's secure your next address.

Book a complimentary 30-minute strategy call. We'll talk through your brief, budget and timeline and show you exactly how we can help.