SARAH KAYE & CO.
NORTH SHORE & NORTHERN BEACHES
BUYERS AGENTS

Not at all. Many agents might sound the same, but that doesn’t mean they deliver the same results or service. We’ve built our reputation as trusted Northern Beaches buyers agents by doing things differently.

For one, we are truly independent and work only for our buyers (no selling agendas). We also have over 20 years of local experience, exclusive industry qualifications, and a track record of happy clients. We tell you what you need to hear, not just what you want to hear – and that kind of honesty is unfortunately rare. In short, while other buyers agents may gloss over things, we “tell it like it is” and always put your best interests first.

Selecting the right Northern Beaches Buyers Agent isn’t about flashy pitches—it’s about trust, transparency, and proven local expertise. With the market constantly evolving, your agent needs real experience navigating different market cycles specifically in the Northern Beaches region. Ensure they have a solid, verifiable track record, with genuine client testimonials reflecting transparent communication, deep local insight, and strategic negotiation skills.

Always verify independence; true Buyers Agents Northern Beaches work exclusively for you—no hidden agendas or kickbacks. Look for relevant credentials from reputable industry bodies such as REBAA or REINSW. Finally, during your initial consultations, don't shy away from asking direct questions about their approach, including how they handle high-pressure scenarios and their methods for uncovering genuine off-market properties.

In an industry ranked as the least trusted in Australia, transparency isn’t optional—it’s essential. As a trusted Northern Beaches buyers agent, we are committed to complete honesty, starting with our fees. While other agents may hide their costs, we make ours clear from the outset—no vague percentages, no hidden surprises.

How We Charge: A Fair and Transparent Model

As independent North Shore and Northern Beaches property buyers, we are paid only by you—never by the sales agent or vendor. This ensures we are 100% on your side, working solely in your best interest as your independent North Shore and Northern Beaches Buyers Agent.

Many buyer’s agents charge between 1% and 2.5% of the purchase price (plus GST). But here’s the reality:

• At 1%, you may receive a cut-rate service that doesn’t go the extra mile.
• At 2.5%, you’re likely overpaying for a service that should be more competitively priced.

Instead, we offer a simple, fixed-fee model. This ensures fairness and transparency from the start.

Our Fees: Fixed, Fair & Transparent

Fixed upfront retainer: $5,000 + GST, covering your property search.

Success fee agreed upfront, payable only when securing your ideal property.

Our success fees:

$15,000 + GST for properties under $2.5 million

$20,000 + GST for properties between $2.5 million – $3.5 million

$25,000 + GST for properties between $3.5 million - $4.0 million

$30,000 + GST for properties over $4.0 million

What's Included?

We offer comprehensive, end-to-end property buying services:

✅ Sourcing, inspecting & appraising properties, including off-market opportunities.
✅ Private inspections & due diligence, coordinating closely with your conveyancer, mortgage broker, and building inspector.
✅ Skilled negotiation & contract management to secure optimal terms and pricing.
✅ Pre-settlement inspections & post-purchase support, ensuring satisfaction with your purchase.

Our Directors personally manage each client engagement, guaranteeing attentive, high-quality service from start to finish—you won’t be passed off to a junior agent.

Our job is to protect you, not push you. We are an independent buyers agent team – which means we have zero incentive to hurry you into the wrong purchase. Unlike some agents, we don’t have sales quotas or alliances with developers.

The only timeline we care about is yours. If it takes a bit longer to find the right home, we’re fine with that. In fact, many of our clients thank us for urging patience when needed. We’d rather you buy the right property in three months than a so-so one next week. Your trust matters more to us than a quick commission, and we earn that trust by being in your corner for as long as it takes.

Price is important, of course – but getting the best home at a fair price is the real goal. A “great deal” means nothing if the property itself is wrong for you. We look beyond the price tag and assess value. What if a house is cheap but needs $300k of repairs? What if it’s in a location that doesn’t suit your lifestyle? We make sure you don’t win the price battle only to lose the war.

As your Northern Beaches buyers agent, our focus is on securing the best value for you. That means the right property, at the right price, with no nasty surprises down the line. We negotiate hard on price, but we also ensure the property checks out on all the other factors that matter (quality, condition, future resale, community, etc.). In the end, success is when you feel you got the right home at a price you’re comfortable with – not just a low number on paper.

If we’re being honest, buying a home isn’t usually a “quick fix” project. Beware of anyone who guarantees you’ll find a place in a week or two – every buyer’s situation is different. Some of our clients find their dream home within 3-4 weeks, while others may take a few months. We will never rush you or make you feel behind schedule.

On average, our clients secure the right property in about 6 to 8 weeks with our help. But there’s no countdown clock – we’re with you for however long it takes. The key is that we move at your pace while keeping the process efficient and focused. We constantly refine our strategy based on your feedback and new market listings. Whether it takes 1 month or 6, we stick by your side until you’re opening the door to a home you love.

Our goal is always to deliver, but let’s address the “what if.” If, for any reason, we realise that we’re not the right fit or we’re not confident we can meet your specific needs, we’ll tell you straight away – no strings attached. We’re in this business to genuinely help people, not collect hopeless leads. In fact, we take on a limited number of clients at a time to ensure we can give each one our full attention.

If we don’t think we can serve you properly, we’d rather be upfront and, if possible, even refer you to someone who might be a better match. Transparency is at the core of everything we do, even when it’s tough. Rest assured, you will never “walk away with nothing” – at the very least, you’ll walk away with candid advice and no wasted time.

Bigger isn’t always better. We understand why you might wonder if a boutique agency has enough resources, but here’s the upside: specialisation beats size, every time . We’re not trying to cover all of Sydney or juggle hundreds of clients. We offer a number of tailored services and specialise in the Northern Beaches (and select North Shore areas) so that we can offer deep expertise and personal service.

Our size actually works in your favour – with a smaller client load, we’re able to be fully responsive and hands-on. You won’t get lost in a corporate machine or passed around to multiple departments. When you work with us, you get undivided attention from experts who know this area inside out. In short, we offer boutique focus with top-tier professionalism. The only thing “small” about us is the number of clients we work with at one time – and that just means more care and effort devoted to you.

Let’s be real – every agent out there claims to be transparent. We set out to prove it. From day one, we’ll show you exactly how we work: we’ll outline our fees, process, and strategy upfront (in writing), and you’ll get full visibility into the search and negotiation progress. There are no black boxes here. We also publish a wealth of free guides and answers on our website, as we believe that educated buyers make the best decisions.

Anytime you have a question about why we recommend something, we’ll walk you through our reasoning or show you the data behind it. In short, we back up the word “transparent” with action. Our past clients will tell you that we communicated everything – sometimes to the point of over-communication! – so they never felt in the dark. We know that trust is earned, so we invite you to verify everything: ask us for references, read our reviews, and see how consistently we’ve lived up to our promise of complete honesty. Transparency isn’t just a line for us – it’s the foundation of how we operate every single day.