Buyer's only representation.
That's the point.
I don't sell property, manage rentals, or take vendor listings.
Every service here exists to put someone on your side of the deal, not the seller's.
42 days average from sign-on to signed contract
Not a transactional agency.
Most buyer frustration comes from a property team that doesn't talk to each other. I tie in directly with your broker, conveyancer, accountant and planner, so everyone works from the same information.
Independent
No vendor deals, no listings, no commission from the seller. Paid only by you.
Connected
I coordinate your whole property team so nothing falls through the gaps.
Local
The Ipswich & SEQ area specialist. Flood history, streets, school zones, resale.
Three ways to work with me
Most buyer frustration comes from a property team that doesn't talk to each other. I tie in directly with your broker, conveyancer, accountant and planner, so everyone works from the same information.
MOST HANDS-OFF
Concierge
Full end-to-end. Search, shortlist, due diligence, negotiation, and right through to settlement and beyond.
YOU'VE FOUND IT
Assess & Negotiate
Already found the property? I run due diligence, check it against comparable sales and risk, and handle the negotiation through to settlement.
HEADING TO AUCTION
Auction Only
Registered and bidding on your behalf, with pre-auction education, a strategy, and full due diligence so no agent can rattle you.
What working together looks like
Discovery Call
10-15 min, readiness & fit
Clarity Session
45-60 min, goal & brief
Sign On
Agreement + retainer
Search & Purchase
Due diligence, negotiate, bid
Settlement
Keys + free utility connection
#ADF
Australian Defence Force
You can't pause-EX to inspect a property. I navigate this regularly for ADF members, securing properties mid-week before they hit the weekend opens, and integrating your Defence entitlements with the civilian grants and schemes that sit alongside them.
I've used DHOAS, HPAS and HPSEA buying my own three properties over 16.5 years of service. Lived experience, not second-hand knowledge.
Do you actually understand ADF entitlements?
Yes. After 16.5 years in the ADF and three personal purchases using DHOAS, HPAS and HPSEA, I understand the entitlements and the practical decisions behind postings, time away, and long-term planning.
#HEALTHCARE
Healthcare & Medical Professionals
Long hours, constant problem-solving, and often a relocation you didn't choose. Your time is precious and your job is stressful enough.
I have contacts for your specialised medical loans, offer flexible communication that works around your shifts, and source and inspect properties so you just get the summary, not hours lost on real estate portals.
SEPARATE SERVICE
Game Plan / Property Modelling
Built for investors, and for people who want to start investing and need to see where their numbers sit now versus where they want to be. Not financial advice, a modelling tool. Real data you can track and update anytime.
In partnership with gameplans.
Four free ways to start
All four lead to the same conversation, whenever you're ready.
Frequently asked questions
GENERAL & COMMERCIAL
What does a buyer's agent do?
A buyer's agent, also known as a buyer's advocate, is a licensed real estate professional who represents the buyer in a property purchase. Unlike the selling agent, who acts for the seller, a buyer's agent works in your corner. Their role can include searching for suitable properties, assessing market value, reviewing risks, completing due diligence, negotiating price and terms, and guiding you through the buying process. A good buyer's agent helps you save time, reduce stress, avoid costly mistakes, and make a more informed decision before signing a contract.
How is that different from a selling agent?
A selling agent is appointed by the seller (the vendor), and their role is to achieve the best possible result for the seller. A buyer's agent is appointed by you, and works to secure the right property on suitable terms that fit your brief, budget, goals, and circumstances. The difference matters: the selling agent is paid by the seller, while a buyer's agent is engaged by you. A selling agent can usually only present properties they or their agency have listed. A buyer's agent can assess any suitable property across different agencies, suburbs, and sales channels.
What does "off-market" mean?
An off-market property is one that isn't publicly advertised on the major real estate websites. The seller may still be open to selling, and there may still be an agent involved, but the property isn't being promoted to the general public, for reasons of privacy, timing, testing the market, or because the agent is working through their buyer network before launching online. Off-market doesn't automatically mean under market value. It still needs proper assessment against value, risk, condition, location, and your buying brief.
What costs can I expect?
Buyer's agent fees vary depending on the level of service required. At Candid Property our service fees are fixed, so you know what you're paying before we begin. We charge a small retainer upfront, with the balance payable once the contract becomes unconditional. Our involvement doesn't stop once the contract is signed, we continue supporting you through to settlement and beyond, keeping the process moving and making sure key steps aren't missed.
Do you provide legal, tax or financial advice?
No. Candid Property doesn't replace your solicitor, conveyancer, accountant, mortgage broker, or financial planner. Our role is property search, assessment, due diligence, negotiation, and buyer advocacy. Where legal, tax, lending, or financial advice is required, we recommend speaking with the appropriate licensed professional. If you're missing someone in your team, we can refer you to reputable professionals who share a client-first approach. We're happy to work alongside your professional team so your purchase is better informed from all angles.
How do I get started?
The first step is a discovery call. This lets us understand your goals, budget, timeframe, preferred locations, and whether you're buying a home, an investment property, or both. From there, we can recommend the right level of support and help you move forward with a clearer plan.
AREA & BUYER TYPE
Do you only work in Ipswich?
Candid Property is based in Ipswich and specialises in Ipswich and the surrounding regions within a 45km radius. Local knowledge matters when buying property, street selection, flood history, infrastructure, school zones, rental appeal, resale demand, and suburb-by-suburb differences can all affect whether a property is suitable. We focus on helping buyers make well-informed decisions in the areas we know well.
Can you help if I've already found a property?
Yes. If you've already found a property, we can assist with assessment, due diligence, negotiation, and contract strategy. This is useful when you like a property but want a second set of experienced eyes before making an offer or signing. We can review whether it fits your brief, assess comparable sales, identify potential risks, deal with the selling agent, and help you understand the next steps before you move forward.
Can you help interstate or relocating buyers?
Yes. A buyer's agent can be especially useful when you're buying from interstate or overseas and can't easily inspect properties yourself. This may apply if you're relocating to Queensland, returning to Australia after time abroad, investing in the Australian property market, or purchasing before a posting or move. We can assist with local area knowledge, property inspections, purchase strategy, and introductions to relevant professionals where required, to make the transition clearer, calmer, and better managed.
What should I consider for a first investment property?
Your first investment property should be selected with a clear plan, not just price or rental yield. Important factors include location, future growth prospects, rental demand, property condition, flood risk, maintenance costs, vacancy risk, renovation potential, and the type of property that suits your longer-term goals. You should also consider your finance structure, tax position, cash flow, and future borrowing capacity, this is where a mortgage broker, accountant, and financial planner each play a role. Candid Property also offers portfolio modelling to show how different purchase choices may affect your broader goals, giving your team clearer information to work with.
ADF & HEALTHCARE
Do you understand ADF property entitlements?
Yes. After 16.5 years in the Australian Defence Force, and having personally purchased three properties using DHOAS, HPAS, and HPSEA, I understand the entitlements and the practical decisions behind them. ADF members often have extra factors to consider, postings, time away, Defence housing, family needs, entitlement rules, and long-term planning. We help ADF buyers understand their options and build a property strategy around their circumstances, rather than rushing into a purchase without a clear plan.
Do you work with medical / healthcare lenders?
Yes. Healthcare and medical professionals often have access to specialised lending, including reduced-deposit and LMI-waiver options that many lenders reserve for certain roles. We have contacts for these specialised medical loans and can connect you with brokers who understand how they work. We also structure our communication around your shifts, and do the property sourcing and inspecting for you, so you get a clear summary rather than losing hours you don't have on real estate portals.
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