Vendor Advocate

We are your downsizing specialists

Vendor advocacy

With over 35 years in the property industry, we’ve seen it all - the good, the bad, and the brilliant when it comes to real estate agents. 
That’s why we’re passionate about helping you find someone who truly has your best interests at heart. We offer independent, honest advice to ensure you get the best outcome for your home sale, not just any outcome.
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Agent Selection

Choosing the right agent can make all the difference. 
We recommend someone we know will work hard for you, someone who will treat your property with the care it deserves and ensure you get the price you are aiming for - not just the first offer on the table.
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Vendor Advocacy: Your Trusted Partner in Selling Your Home

Selling your home is a big step - we are here to remove the overwhelm. Our vendor advocacy service is designed to guide you every step of the way. We help you make informed decisions, achieve the best possible price, and take the stress out of the process.

What is a vendor advocate?

Think of us as your personal coach and guide throughout the entire selling process. While the real estate agent focuses on marketing and finding buyers, we focus on you - making sure your interests are front and center.

We’ll connect you with top-performing, trustworthy agents who are the right fit for your property and your goals. Choosing an agent can be daunting, but we make it easy by doing the research and groundwork for you.

Why Work With a Vendor Advocate?

Most people only sell a home a handful of times in their lives, and it can feel like uncharted territory. With over three decades of experience, we make sure you are supported, informed, and confident at every step.

Here’s how we help:

  • Finding the Right Agent
    It can be time consuming interviewing 3 or 4 agents, we know which agents will go the extra mile for you. We’ve worked with them before. We've seen their results, and we know who will treat your property with the care it deserves.
  • Independent, Honest Advice
    We’re not tied to any agency, so our advice is always about what’s best for you. From selecting the right marketing strategy to ensuring the photos and copy highlight your home’s unique charm, we’ve got your back.
  • Taking the Pressure Off
    Selling your home can feel like a whirlwind of decisions, but we’re here to break it down and walk you through it all. Whether your home is sold through private negotiation or at auction, we’ll guide you through each step, answer every question, and help you feel in control.
  • Support on Auction Day
    If your home goes to auction, we’ll make sure you’re fully prepared. On the big day, we will sit with you, guide you, and ensure you’re comfortable and confident.
  • Negotiating the Best Offers
    We work with your agent to ensure you only see the strongest offers, giving you the best chance of achieving the outcome you deserve.
  • No Hidden Costs
    The agent shares part of their commission with us after your property is sold - and only when you’re happy with the price.

How It Works

  1. We Help You Get Ready: First, we focus on preparing your home. From decluttering to organising repairs and rehoming or selling your belongings, we handle every detail to make sure your property shines.
  2. We Match You With the Right Agent: Once your home is ready, we’ll introduce you to the best agent for your property and negotiate fair commission rates on your behalf.
  3. We’re With You Every Step of the Way: From listing to settlement, we’re here to guide you. We’ll keep you informed, make sure your agent is on track, and provide honest advice whenever you need it.

Selling your home doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With our vendor advocacy service, you’ll have someone by your side who truly understands what matters most: you and your goals. Let’s make this a smooth, rewarding experience together.

We specialise in helping homeowners prepare their properties for sale. We provide a vendor advocacy service, we manage all trades, and we offer decluttering and downsizing services. Our goal is to ensure your home is market-ready without overspending, helping you achieve the best possible sale price.

Getting started is simple! Download our DOWNSIZING App (coming February 2025) to organise and categorise your belongings. You can easily share your progress with family members and our team, streamlining the process of what items to keep, what to donate and what to sell or give to family and friends.

We cover everything needed to prepare your home for sale or transition, including:

  • Decluttering and rubbish removal
  • Trades management (handyman jobs, painting, flooring, landscaping, house washing and more)
  • Property styling and staging
  • Packing, unpacking, and storage solutions

Our vendor advocacy service, led by licensed real estate agent Daniel Shanahan, ensures you get expert advice throughout the selling process. We act as your third-party coach, helping you choose the best real estate agent, negotiate commissions, and make informed decisions – all at no cost to you.

We tailor our services to fit your specific needs. Our minimum rate for decluttering is $88 per hour and there is a 4-hour minimum charge per person.

Yes, we offer weekend and Public Holiday services for your convenience. A small surcharge applies for these times, but we’re happy to accommodate your schedule.

We primarily service Sydney’s Northern Beaches, North Shore, Inner West, and Eastern Suburbs. If you’re outside these areas, feel free to contact us to discuss availability.

The time required depends on several factors, such as:

The size of your home or the specific areas needing attention.
The volume of items to declutter and the client’s willingness to part with them.
Accessibility (e.g. attics, basements, or street access).
No job is too big or too small – we’ve seen it all and will tailor our approach to your individual needs.

Absolutely! Once you’ve downloaded our DOWNSIZING App (coming February 2025) and shared your photo gallery with us, we’ll provide a detailed, accurate quote tailored to your requirements.

Yes! We have trusted contacts who can help buy or sell your furniture. Simply download our DOWNSIZING App (coming February 2025) or SMS photos of the items you want to sell to 0488 800 547, and we’ll let you know how we can assist.

Of course! We work with a network of reputable charities and organisations where we can donate your items, ensuring they go to a good home instead of the landfill.

We have reliable contacts who specialise in selling valuable items. We will provide practical, no-nonsense advice to ensure you get the right price for your treasures.

Additional charges apply for household waste removal. We have vehicles including a 10m³ trailer that is more cost-effective than hiring a skip bin and allows us to load and take your items to the tip, multiple times throughout the day – ensuring a seamless and efficient service.
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