frequently asked questions

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

Buy It Privately gives you the choice and flexibility to create your property listing yourself saving thousands of dollars in advertising fees.

Buy It Privately gives you reach to potential markets outside your area by displaying your property Nationally creating more opportunities to sell your property.

Buy It Privately does not discourage the use of a real estate agent.

Buy It Privately offers sellers the choice to list their property on Buy It Privately as well as using a real estate agent.

I want to sell my property, how do I get started?

Before you list your property on Buy It Privately it's important to have all legal paperwork complete including the contract of sale.

To get started on Buy It Privately simply click on the "sell" button on the homepage and follow the step-by-step instructions. You will be taken to the members registration area where you must register as a Buy It Privately member before you can list your property online.

Currently it is FREE to list your property on Buy It Privately but hurry, this is strictly for a limited time.

You will then be guided through the listing creation by completing the user-friendly templates that highlight the features and characteristics of your property. This includes the size of your house and land plus specifics such as the number of bedrooms and bathrooms.

You can upload up to 20 photographs to showcase your property. Images must be no larger than three megabytes.

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

Sellers can login to the members area as well as opt to receive fortnightly email updates highlighting the number of potential buyers watching your property, the number of enquiries you have received, the number of times your property listing has been veiwed and the last time your property listing was viewed.

Buy It Privately gives you reach to potential markets outside of your area by displaying your property Nationally.

How much will I save by selling my property on Buy It Privately?

The amount you will save by selling your property on Buy It Privately depends on the price of your property and the commission fees of the real estate agent. 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.

How much does it cost to sell my property on Buy It Privately?

Currently it is FREE to list your property for sale on Buy It Privately but hurry, this is strictly for a limited time.

Can I adjust my property listing once it's up on Buy It Privately?

Property listings can easily be modified at any time by logging into the Buy It Privately members' area and updating the fields in the template. You can make changes to the description of your property, its price and upload new photographs. This is a simple and straightforward process.

Do I need to include my contact details if I list my property for sale on Buy It Privately?

Buy It Privately provides sellers with the option to include their contact details in their property listing such as their name, contact telephone numbers and email address or withhold these details and facilitate communication through Buy It Privately's email server.

When communicating with an interested potential buyer, a seller may choose to provide their contact details or continue communication through the email server.

Does Buy It Privately assist in the sale of my property?

Buy It Privately does NOT assist in the sale of properties. We provide the necessary tools to connect buyers and sellers however do NOT offer advice or become involved in the private sale transaction.

Does Buy It Privately guarantee the sale of my property?

Buy It Privately does NOT guarantee the sale of properties. We have no influence over a property's price, location or condition which are key considerations when looking to purchase a property.

What happens once I have accepted an offer?

Once a seller has accepted an offer, Buy It Privately recommends immediately contacting a conveyancer or solicitor for legal transfers and advice.

How long does my property stay on Buy It Privately after it's sold?

It is up to the seller to remove their listing from Buy It Privately or to contact Buy It Privately to get it removed once their property has sold. The seller may choose to remove their listing immediately or login to the members' area and mark their property as 'sold'. Once the property is marked 'sold' it will remain on Buy It Privately for two weeks. The property will otherwise remain on Buy It Privately until SOLD.

Is there a limit to the number of properties you can list on Buy It Privately?

There is no limit to the number of properties you can list on Buy It Privately.