frequently asked questions

What is Buy It Privately?

Buy It Privately is an affordable and user-friendly online service that allows vendors Australia-wide to list their properties for sale without employing the services of a real estate agent, meaning NO agent fees and NO commission fees.

Buy It Privately also provides a FREE accessible service for those looking to buy a property in Australia. Buyers can access a full range of up-to-date property listings and enjoy the flexibility of dealing direct with vendors, cutting out the real estate agent 'middle man'.

How does Buy It Privately work?

Vendors wanting to SELL a property in Australia simply click on the 'sell' button on the homepage and follow the step-by-step instructions to become a Buy It Privately member. You must register as a Buy It Privately member before you can list your property online.

To list your property there is a one-off fee of $150 + GST for a six month listing or $250 + GST for a 12 month listing. There are NO additional fees unless you choose to purchase a "Private Sale" billboard to erect out the front of your property for $50+ GST (includes delivery Australia-wide).

For a limited time only we are offering listings for just $50 + GST for 12 months. This is a saving of $200.

Once you have completed the registration process, you will be guided through the set-up of your listing by filling out the user-friendly templates. The template fields highlight the features and characteristics of your property including the size of your house and land plus specifics such as the number of bedrooms and bathrooms.

You can load up to 20 photographs to showcase your property. Images must no larger then three megabytes.

Property information and photographs can easily be modified at any time by logging into the Buy It Privately members' area and updating the fields in the template.

Those looking to BUY property in Australia simply click on the 'buy' button on the Buy It Privately homepage to begin their property search. A map of Australia appears with the option to click through to a selected state as well as options to search within a particular suburb, for a distinct property type, such as a townhouse or acreage, and within a specific price range.

Buyers can register to become a Buy It Privately member to receive property alerts on listed properties that match what they're looking for.

Buy It Privately is a FREE service for buyers.

Why should I use Buy It Privately instead of going through a real estate agent?

The major benefit of using Buy It Privately is the huge savings you can enjoy with NO real estate agent fees and NO commissions. Typically, real estate agents charge up to three per cent commission, so if your property is valued at $350 000 this means a saving of $10 500.

Most real estate agents also recommend a marketing budget of one per cent of the property's value. Again, based on a property value of $350 000, this adds up to a fee of $3500.

Based on the above assumption, you could save $14 000 by listing your property on Buy It Privately. This money could be better spent on your new home.

To list your property for sale on Buy It Privately there is a one-off fee of $150 + GST for a six month listing or $250 + GST for a 12 month listing. There are NO additional fees unless you choose to purchase a "Private Sale" billboard to erect out the front of your property for $50 + GST (includes delivery Australia-wide).

For a limited time only we are offering listings for just $50 + GST or 12 months. This is a saving of $200.

Buy It Privately offers you control over the buying and selling process. You can arrange inspection times that suit you - not your real estate agent's schedule. You know your property better than anyone else, so who better to point out its features than you. Why employ a real estate agent to act as the messenger.

Dealing direct offers you instant first-hand feedback. An online buyer can access information and view photographs of your property before contacting you, ensuring the sales prospect is qualified.

Buy It Privately is simple and easy to use. Once you have registered to become a Buy It Privately member you can list your property for sale immediately without having to wait for appraisals or an agent to list it on the market for you. Being an online service Buy It Privately provides maximum exposure 24 hours a day, seven days a week to prospective buyers Australia-wide. You are not restricted to the opening hours of a real estate agent's office or local area marketing.

Buy It Privately is a FREE service for those looking to buy a property in Australia. Properties listed are always current with new listings daily. Buyers have the opportunity to view a property online before deciding to physically inspect the premises, ensuring time is not wasted on ill-suited prospects.

Buyers can become a Buy It Privately member to receive property alerts on listed properties that match what they're looking for.

If my property is listed on Buy It Privately how can I be sure it will be seen?

Buy It Privately is supported by a comprehensive marketing strategy that includes a mix of traditional and new media campaigns. The team at Buy It Privately is fully committed to 'getting the word out' as much as possible.

In addition to your listing, your property could also appear in Buy It Privately's 'featured properties' section on the homepage. Properties displayed as featured properties are determined by a rotation system and do not incur extra costs for the prominent positioning.

Those accessing Buy It Privately to buy a property can register to receive FREE property alerts notifying them when listed properties match their specifications. These specifications may be a specific location, a preferred style of home or a particular price point. Should your property match the requirements of a buyer, they will be notified immediately about your listing.