Frequently Asked Questions
Matt Reeves is a licensed buyer’s agent and the founder of Your Property Hound. Matt has been active in the Brisbane property market since 2004 as a homeowner, property investor and buyer’s advocate. Unlike many buyers’ agents in Brisbane, Matt’s background is not as a sales agent. In fact Matt first trained as a Veterinarian and worked for 12 years treating thousands of cats and dogs (and their owners!) in Brisbane’s Northern suburbs. During this time Matt purchased his own home and accumulated a sizeable portfolio of investment properties. Matt has developed a wealth of knowledge and experience and understands many of the challenges that buyers face, and how they can be overcome.
As a buyers’ agent Matt has applied his diagnostic and investigative skills to the field of residential real estate. He uses a rational, logical ‘scientific approach’ to researching the market and shortlisting appropriate properties. Matt provides full disclosure to his clients. He empowers them with the confidence and understanding to make an informed decision without the high pressure ‘sales tactics’ that similar agents employ. Using Matt Reeves as your buyer’s agent will help tip the scales back in your favour.
Matt has twice been awarded REIQ Buyer’s Agent of the Year and has also elected Queensland State Representative of the Real Estate Buyers Agent Association of Australia (REBAA).
Individual service:
At Your Property Hound you deal directly with Matt Reeves the buyers agent and founder. There is no receptionist screening calls or junior associates dealing with your inquiries. You can be assured that every enquiry will be handled promptly, confidentially and professionally.
Honesty and Integrity:
Matt Reeves has not worked as a selling or vendors agent and will not use sales tactics to pressure you in to making a property purchase. Any property recommendation will be based on diligent research to meet your individual needs and aspirations. We receive no commissions from developers, sales agents, or financiers. We work only for you.
Experience:
Matt Reeves has been active in the Brisbane and regional Queensland property market as a home owner, investor and buyers agent since 2004. During this time he has built a personal portfolio of 6 properties. As an investor himself he understands many of the challenges that property buyers face in a climate that always seems to favour the seller. More importantly he understands how many of these challenges can be overcome to give individuals the confidence to invest.
Matt holds a full Real Estate Agents License (QLD). He is a member of the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) and has twice been awarded their Buyer’s Agent Of the Year. Your Property Hound is an active member of the of Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Association (REBAA) and Matt has held the position of Queensland State Representative for a number of years.
Your Property Hound has been awarded membership to the Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Association (REBAA) and abide by their Code of Conduct. The general public can be assured that REBAA members:
- Have appropriate professional experience.
- Hold a license in their relevant state or territory.
- Are registered with the Office of Fair Trading (OFT).
- Have professional indemnity insurance
- Do not have properties listed for sale, or be involved in direct selling
How much would you pay in order to save $25,000-50,000 on the purchase price; end up with a quality home or investment that meets your individual needs; and not have to spend every weekend looking at homes and talking to real-estate agents?
Your Property Hound charges a flat fee (rather than a commission) for our services. The fee varies depending on the service required, purchase price and location of the property. Our fee schedule can be accessed here.
Payment is made in 2 instalments:
- An appointment fee of $2,000 (+GST) at the time of appointment. This amount is non refundable if you ultimately choose not to purchase a property.
- A success fee. The balance of the fee is paid when the contract becomes unconditional. No success fee is payable if you decide not to proceed with the purchase.
Payment can be made in cash, by cheque or direct deposit.
Your Property Hound purchases property in all areas and price ranges.
If you are purchasing the property for investment purposes then the fees may be tax-deductable. (Generally the fees are added to the ‘cost base’ for the calculation of capital gains tax, rather than being deductable in any single year). You should obtain specific advice from your accountant.
Unfortunately if you are purchasing a property to live in, the buyer’s agent fees are not tax deductable.
View our entire process outlined online on The Process page.
Most investment properties are sourced within 30 days. Home purchases may take longer to source (generally within 60 days). We are happy to search for up to 6 months for no additional cost.
We will contact you as soon as we have found and inspected (short listed) a property that meets your criteria. We encourage you to inspect the property yourself. If this is not possible we will provide as many photos or videos of the property and the surrounding area (showing the good and the bad) as possible so that you feel comfortable with your decision.
As long as you are clear on what you want, the decision to purchase is generally straightforward when a suitable property is found. Often a decision to purchase needs to be made in a timely manner to secure quality properties (especially in a rising market). We want you to fully understand the purchasing process so that you feel confident making a decision when a property is found. Your Property Hound does not want you to feel pressured into making a purchase that you are not ready for.
Unlike many buyers’ agents, Matt Reeves has not operated as a seller’s or vendor’s agent and has neither need nor any intention to use aggressive sales strategies on his clients. He is a home owner and property investor that established Your Property Hound to help everyday people build the confidence to buy property based on diligent research and full-disclosure – not based on ‘smoke and mirrors’, hidden commission and deceptive sales strategies. He understands the concerns that people have in the purchasing process, and understands that no property is ever perfect. Matt always presents a balanced opinion allowing you to make a fully informed decision
Your Property Hound is a business that relies on repeat customers and referral business. We would never recommend a property that we wouldn’t buy ourselves.
Traditional real estate agents are employed by vendors (sellers) to market and sell their property. Their goal is to achieve a maximum sale price for their client. They have been professionally trained in sales and negotiation techniques to get the best outcome for the vendor.
Without their own professional representation, buyers risk purchasing a property that does not ultimately suit their needs or objectives, or that they simply pay too much for it.
A buyer’s agent also known as a buyer’s advocate is a licensed real estate agent who works exclusively for the property buyer. Depending on the your needs, Your Property Hound can provide the following services:
- Searching for properties using listed and unlisted sources (so called ‘silent listings)
- Evaluating and comparing properties based on their potential as a home or as an investments
- Negotiating the purchase price and conditions in favour of the buyer. This may include bidding at auction.
- Preparing/reviewing contract documents
- Managing your settlement process to its completion
We make buying simple
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