Buyer’s Agency Fee

Q: What is a typical agency fee?

In Australia, a typical buyer’s agency fee ranges between 2% and 3% of the property's final purchase price. Some buyer's agents may offer fixed-fee pricing based on the type of service or location.

Q: How do buyer’s agents charge?

Most agents charge a commitment fee to start and a success fee at settlement. Others may provide a flat fee model or structured tiered pricing.

Q: Do estate agents charge buyers fees?

No. Real estate agents represent sellers and are paid by them. Only buyer's agents charge buyers directly because they work exclusively for you.

Q: Do buyers pay realtor fees in Australia?

Not unless you're engaging a buyer's agent. In that case, you pay for dedicated representation and expert support throughout your entire property purchase process.

Q: Are buyer’s advocate fees tax-deductible?

If you’re buying an investment property, your buyer's agency fee may be included in your cost base for capital gains tax. Always check with your accountant for personalised advice.

Q: Are buyer agent fees included in closing costs?

No. Buyer’s agent fees are separate from typical closing costs, such as stamp duty and legal fees. These are usually paid directly under your agreed fee structure.

How Our Buyer’s Agency Fee Works

At You&Me Personalised Property Services, our pricing structure is designed to reflect the value we bring to your property journey. We begin with a commitment contribution from you, which allows us to get started straight away with your tailored property strategy, including inspections, off-market property search, videos, reports, analytics, negotiations and full-service support.

When you secure your property, we apply a final investment cost, which we call “The Success Fee”. This is a percentage of your final purchase price, and your initial commitment fee is fully deducted from this amount. In other words, you only make your full investment once you’ve purchased your property, with no additional costs along the way.

All our pricing is clearly explained during your Discovery Meeting, to give you full transparency and confidence right from the beginning.

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Peace of mind

The You&Me Guarantee

We back our service with a promise: The You&Me Guarantee, because your trust matters.

If we don’t present properties that match your agreed criteria within 1 month, we’ll reduce our total investment cost payable by 20%.
If we still haven’t found the right property after 3 months, we waive our fee entirely and continue working for you.

We do this because we believe in our process and want to remove any risk for you. It’s one of the reasons buyers choose us as their trusted buyer's agency.

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Terms apply. Your property criteria must be agreed upon during your Deep Dive Session and confirmed by all parties. If properties meeting your criteria are offered and rejected, then this offer becomes null and void.

Understanding the Value

What You’re Paying For

Simon Deering and Heath Bassett Co-Founders of the buyers agency YouandMe Pesonalised Property Services

Market Expertise and Access

Our buyers agents have in-depth knowledge of the local real estate market, including property values, recent sales, and upcoming listings. We also have access to more off-market properties.

Negotiation Power and Savings

We are skilled negotiators. We represent the buyer and secure the best possible price and terms, potentially saving you thousands of dollars. Our objectivity and market knowledge can also prevent you from overpaying due to emotional attachment.

Time and Stress Reduction

Searching for and purchasing a property can be a time-consuming and stressful process. We handle the legwork, from researching properties and attending inspections to managing negotiations and paperwork.

Why use a Buyer’s Agent?

Buyer's Agent Costs in Australia

What To Expect

If you’re researching buyer's agent costs in Australia, here’s what you should know:

Buyer's agents typically charge either a fixed fee or a percentage-based fee, generally ranging from 2% to 3% of the property’s purchase price.

Some agents offer tiered pricing or charge progress payments at different stages.

At You&Me, we offer a clear and transparent structure: a small upfront commitment fee and the success fee once your property purchase is complete.

The Team Behind You Matters

Whether you’re comparing pricing models or exploring what reputable buyer's agents typically charge, remember that expert guidance, strategic support and peace of mind matter. Experienced buyer’s agents won’t just save you time, they’ll also likely save you on purchase price, finding off-market opportunities, and even if it’s on market, we have the reputation and relationships with most selling agents in the local markets.

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Real Reviews From Real Buyers

We’ve helped first-home buyers, property investors, and commercial clients across Australia secure the right property at the right price.

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   Nick Bendel 
 8 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a really positive experience with You&Me Personalised Property Services. They understand the long-term fundamentals and are able to give you real insights, not just fluff.
  
 
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   Annette Rolt 
 27 July 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Heath was great to work with during the sale of one of our residential property listings that he introduced his buyer to. The buyers brief was quite unique & needed to accomodate generational living & have high access storage solutions. During the sale to settlement process communication was excellant & I look forward to working with Heath in the future. Annette at Aqwasun Estate Agents
  
 
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   Nicole Collins 
 22 July 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Heath's energy and enthusiasm are his superpower! From our very first chat, he made buying my first home feel exciting rather than daunting, and that energy never dropped off throughout the whole process. Heath kept me in the loop with every new opportunity and development, and made me feel like a priority, even with how much he juggles. He always had time to send a quick voicenote or give me a call (and maybe call a second time to catch me when I'd missed the first...) That energy and attention translated into results. He tracked down an off-market property for me, priced below market value, that I never would have found on my own, and had the whole thing wrapped up in around 4 months. What really stuck with me is that Heath listens, and then actually follows through. He told me in our first meeting that he loves winning for his clients and now post-settlement, I can see he really meant it. He was there every step of the way, through inspections, negotiations, and all the way to settlement, making sure I always felt supported and never out of my depth. My only bit of constructive feedback relates to the video walkthroughs handled by another member of the You&Me team.  While Heath focused on a property's underlying potential, the walkthroughs tended to prioritise cosmetic problems, like paintwork or state of the garden, which weren't a huge concern for me as a first home buyer. That said, being able to skip attending home opens myself was such a win, especially as someone with little time to spare for property viewings. Overall I'd highly recommend Heath and his team to to anyone looking for someone who actually cares about getting it right :D
  
 
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   Ariarne Selosa 
 9 July 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We couldn’t recommend You & Me Property Services enough! This was our first time purchasing an interstate investment property, so we knew we needed the right people around us to help navigate the process. From the very beginning, Simon and Ish went above and beyond to ensure everything was taken care of, keeping us informed and supported every step of the way. Buying a property can be a stressful experience, especially from a distance, but they made the entire process feel incredibly smooth and stress-free. Their guidance, communication and reassurance gave us complete confidence that we were in good hands. A special thank you to Simon for all the pep talks along the way. There were definitely moments where we felt nervous, but you always took the time to reassure us, answer our questions and give us the confidence to keep moving forward. Thank you also to Ish for all your support throughout the journey. You were always approachable, responsive and willing to help with every update and question, and we really appreciated the care you put into making sure everything was handled. We’re so grateful for everything you’ve both done to help us reach this milestone. We truly couldn’t have asked for a better team to guide us through our first interstate purchase. – Ari & Jessin
  
 
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   Gail Nicholson 
 28 June 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My hubby and I discovered You&Me by chance and we're so happy we did!! After navigating buying a home in this competitive market between January and March 2026, travelling backwards and forwards each weekend viewing homes and placing offers on potential properties with no luck, we contacted You&Me Personalised Property Services and were put in touch with Heath Bassett (one of the Directors). From the moment we met Heath in our first 'discovery' meeting we knew he was the man for the job! He thoroughly delved into exactly what we were looking for in a home and his communication and work he put into finding us the right one was second to none. Not only did he secure us our dream home in a short space of time, but the price also negotiated was very much in our favour. We can't thank Heath enough and are truly grateful for his commitment and dedication, very personalised service and time he engaged to the mission!! Everything was handled by him including building/termite inspections and the settlement procedure we just sat back while he did all of the work for us. We thoroughly recommend Heath and his team if you are in the market for the best buyer's agent in Perth who will undoubtedly find you your next home without the stress of searching yourself - 11/10 stars!!
  
 
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   Bec Vidot 
 26 June 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Heath was a real professional to work with, great communicator and offered a wonderful service, anyone looking for a great Buyers Agent who will look after you during the process of purchasing a home , Heath is the best. Thanks Again
  
 
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   Alex Barko 
 10 June 2026
 
 
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The 5 stars speak for themselves. A brief recap of my successful journey with You&Me. I initially reached out to numerous buyer's agents in Perth. Heath, my You&Me agent, was on the phone within hours to tell me what was on offer. A no BS policy from the get-go, no pressure or promises. We had our introductory session soon thereafter. A quick and informative pow wow. Heath had answers to all of my questions. I felt very confident signing up with You&Me. Contract signed, Deep Dive performed. The searching began. From the very start Heath's communication was second to none. A group chat was formed where I was consistently provided with properties that met my criteria. Heath loves a voice note - each one an easter egg containing priceless guidance in finding value in each property. A share-folder was created where I could view property reports, and videos and photos taken by Heath's team, like my own personal walkthrough guide. This was important to me as a FIFO worker, where I was rarely afforded the time to make property inspection dates. There came a point in this journey where Heath and I struggled to come to agreeance on several properties. I let emotions get in the way of making offers on some great buys. Instead of letting this silent frustration impede any other opportunities, Heath decided it best to catch up over a coffee and revisit our gameplan. This was the winning move, and what puts Heath above the rest of other real estate professionals in Perth. I was given a chance to get inside the mind of Heath and understand what he was trying to do - purchase me a winning investment. Heath doesn't beat around the bush, and I needed this brutal honesty. When dealing with such large sums of money it can be hard to not let emotions run wild. It just so happened, as we were taking our last sips of coffee, Heath informed me of a property he wanted me to consider. 8 weeks later and I have the keys. I barely lifted a finger during this entire process. Everything was arranged from start to finish. That included all of the additional services outside of You&Me's requirements. A one-stop shop. I gave Heath my trust and it has paid off. Not only did I secure a great deal in this challenging market, I learned so much a long the way. Cheers Heath mate, I look forward to having this dance again sometime. Also a huge thank you to the whole You&Me team. Down to earth, honest, trustworthy. These are words you don't always associate with agents. You will after working with Heath.
  
 
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   Scott Langley 
 3 June 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was a pleasure working alongside Heath and his team. They were professional, responsive and great to deal with throughout the transaction.
  
 
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   Becky Kuang 
 30 May 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Buying my first investment property felt quite overwhelming at times, but Heath made the process much easier to navigate. We started looking in March and successfully secured a property within two months. I was working with a fairly tight finance approval deadline, so timing was important. I appreciated Heath's effort and persistence that went into helping me find and secure a suitable property within that timeframe. As I am based in Sydney and was purchasing a property in Perth, having someone local whom I could trust was extremely important. Heath handled the process professionally, kept me informed throughout, and gave me confidence that everything was being taken care of on the ground. Highly recommended to anyone looking to purchase a property in Perth, especially interstate buyers who need a knowledgeable and reliable buyer's agent to help make the process seamless.
  
 
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   Sally Ackerley 
 28 May 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Working with Heath was a pleasure. Heath works in a professional manner for his clients and his communication throughout the process is exceptional.