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WHAT DOES

JAMES BUYER ADVOCATE DO?

Act confidentially on behalf of the buyer only

Find homes buyers can not

Negotiate to lower risk, save money & time

Reduces Stress

Detailed Market Analysis

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Look at homes on your behalf
Take a detailed brief
Search for homes off-market (knock on doors)
Provide “realistic” values
Offer Levels, Bidding at Auction and EOI
Deal with Selling Agents – so you don’t
Liaise with inspectors, planners, architects
Listen and provide alternatives
Say No, if no if your best answer
Provide detailed buyer analysis through James Ratings

WHO USES

JAMES BUYER ADVOCATES?

Medical Professionals
Overseas and Interstate clients
Financial and Legal professionals
Families whose children’s situation is changing
Buyers who are not sure what to pay – underquoting?
Buyers who feel uncomfortable with agents

RECENTLY BOUGHT BY JAMES BUYER ADVOCATES?

Aspendale

Bought

$13m

Inner Melbourne

Bought

$20m

Hawthorn

Bought

$8m

Brighton

Bought

>$8m

Brighton

Bought

>$8m

Eaglemont

Bought

>$9m

Malvern East

Bought

$7m

WHO IS

JAMES BUYER ADVOCATES?

Mal James
Licensed Agents/Advocates
3 adult children – been there, done that!!
Started over 20 years ago
Sell only family homes – only Top End Melbourne
Have bought & sold over 1000
Clients from referrals & Marketnews readers
Fun, travel, coffee, dinners, good times, community

GET STARTED NOW

Ring Mal 0408 107 988

First meeting explains a lot more

Arrange a Zoom or catch – up meeting

ASK MAL TO GIVE YOU A TRUSTED AND FREE BUYER VALUE APPRAISAL TODAY - 0408 107 988 or mal@james.net.au

Why use James Buy Sell

Results – if you absolutely want a solution then we can and do provide it. Mal James

20 Years Melbourne Top End

1000+ buy sell transactions

LAST 3 MARKETS

See how the Top End Market has been performing.

Xmas - M4 2023

Are you serious councillors, or is this a misprint in The Age (Adam Carey Nov 14)

“Boroondara (all 11 councillors) said it opposed the government’s decision to give residents the freedom to build secondary homes – or granny flats – on their properties without a planning permit, raising concerns about neighbourhood character, amenity and car parking.”

Spring - M3 2023

Market in a Minute: Spring M32023: Melbourne’s $2m+ housing market sees decreased auction transparency with only 20% selling under the hammer. Prices slightly retreat, particularly for B and C graders. Inner East remains a hotspot due to Aussie Asian demand, while Bayside and Stonnington face challenges. Market unpredictability is evident as buyer urgency has left all but the Inner East.

May - M2 2023

Mal, what do you mean Volatile market?

You know that fiery girlfriend or boyfriend you are showing up for and you don’t know whether it’s going to be a great date or a disaster – that’s a volatile market.

It’s a risk. Do you go to the party, risk a public flop but increase your chances of getting lucky or do you stay home and text where it’s safe, but not much can happen – that’s a volatile strategy choice – auction or sit tight.

MARKET NEWS

Every Monday, keep up to date on Top End News from Hawthorn to Toorak to Brighton to Albert Park and all of Top End Melbourne.

Its mostly in your mind

06/04/2024

“Mal, what’s wrong with me? What’s wrong with my agent?

What’s wrong with my property as a seller?

Why am I always missing out as a buyer?

Nuances @ $5m & $11m

24/03/2024

Buy Sell works. Late last year, our clients approached us, expressing their desire to discontinue a renovation project. Despite their home being halfway demolished since purchase two years prior, we managed to sell it for more than we initially paid, when we bought it for them. Simultaneously, we facilitated the purchase of a move-in ready property with potential for improvement or the option to retain its current state, all while putting money back into their pockets.

Volcano on Mary @ $18m

16/03/2024

At the Top End we continue to feel positive about where the market could be going, after the conclusion of our 3rd and final week of the 100 Auction Test (2024M1 – Opening).

Overall, the market eased upwards during February buts really its line ball – on the edge – results are patchy and volatile, and the market is still punishing mistakes.

The good news is the Bidderman freefall of 2023M4 – Pre Xmas has been arrested.

All the stats and today’s action below, including a last one standing s…fight at Mary Street, Grace Park on Monday, which went past $14m, $16m and $18m on the fly.

RATINGS

Our proprietary rating system includes a detailed analysis of each property’s pros and cons and a buying recommendation, empowering you to make an informed decision.

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HAWTHORN 25 Hawthorn Gr

SOUTH MELBOURNE 30-31 Howe Cres

ASPENDALE 73 Nepean Highway

SANDRINGHAM 19 Kirkwood Ave

GLEN IRIS 6 Irymple Ave

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SORRENTO 17 Hiskens St

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SOUTH YARRA 28 Ralston St

OUR RESULTS

Interactive Map of home bought and sold by James Buy Sell – click to explore

OUR CLIENTS

Ali and Craig Tiley had relocated to Melbourne from the US and were unfamiliar with the local property market. They were looking for support to demystify the Australian way of buying and selling property which is very different to the US model they knew.

We developed a shortlist of potential homes and a buy recommendation. By encouraging them to look beyond initial impressions and consider the inherent value of the home they chose to purchase, Ali and Craig were able to buy into a premium Brighton location two minutes from the action.

READ MORE TESTIMONIALS HERE

PODCAST

Topics covered:
* What is an Expression of Interest?
* Why are they so prevalent at Top End?
* How many would you sell in a good year in each category roughly?
Lower $3m – $6m Middle $8m – $12m Top – $15m+
* EOI – why are they prevalent and not auctions? which are universal $2m and below.
* When do they work best for the seller?
* Can they ever work better for the buyer?
* Rookie mistakes then as a seller and as a buyer when it comes to EOI?
* Is there a formula for an EOI? Everybody’s process seems different
* How can a buyer know the rules when they are never written down?
* What would you do Marcus if you are about to buy an $8m home in an EOI?
* Would you wait till the deadline day to offer or go another day and what do you offer?

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EXPRESSION OF INTEREST MELBOURNE || With Marcus Chiminello (Full Interview)

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Mal James: 0408 107 988

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MAXWELL HOUSE, TOORAK || With Richard Blight (Full Interview)

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A couple of weeks ago we celebrated with Grant Rheuben from Loan Market on him being the No.1 broker in all of Australia. Wow!

Last week he joined Mal to discuss all things interest rates, finances, bridging loans, and how to be bank ready when it comes to transacting real estate.

Grant & his wife Caroline, are also past clients of ours, who we helped purchase their family home over 15 years ago!

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Mal James: 0408 107 988

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NO.1 MORTGAGE BROKER IN AUS || With Grant Rheuben (Full Interview)

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THE AUCTION PROCESS || With Scott Patterson (Full Interview)

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ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT || With Garry Donovan (Full Interview)

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OFF MARKETS || With Mal James & Simone Clarke

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MARKET NEWS || Keeping your mind pays With the mar

MARKET NEWS || Keeping your mind pays
With the markets quiet, I thought a follow on, how keeping a level mind and with the right people, even in tighter markets, you can achieve the outcomes you want, whether you are buying or selling or buying AND selling.

To read our latest article head to www.marketnews.com.au

#jamesbuysell #melbournerealestate

BOUGHT || 104 Male Street, Brighton Congratulatio

BOUGHT || 104 Male Street, Brighton

Congratulations to our wonderful past clients on acquiring their oasis in Brighton on a sprawling 1260sqm!

This completes our second Buy Sell journey with our clients.

We met in November. We provided a plan and immediately set about implementing it.

Congratulations to all involved.

#jamesbuysell #melbournerealestate #buyersadvocacy

MARKET NEWS || It's mostly in your mind ... the p

MARKET NEWS || It's mostly in your mind

... the property market is largely about what you perceive in your individual circumstances more so than any public pronouncement.

To read our latest article head to www.marketnews.com.au

#jamesbuysell #melbournerealestate

MARKET NEWS || Nuances @ $5m & $11m Grace Park is

MARKET NEWS || Nuances @ $5m & $11m

Grace Park is ablaze in early 2024, with homes in the sought-after precinct now commanding a price a million dollars higher than just a month ago.

The adage “a rising tide lifts all boats” doesn’t quite fit the scene at Grace Park, for the overall market isn’t experiencing such a dramatic rise, but the recent sale of 37 Mary for $18.2 million has created a distinct ripple effect. Interest has focused on this precinct, and buyers are paying a premium on a month ago to secure a spot.

To read our latest article head to www.marketnews.com.au

#100auctiontest #jamesbuysell #melbournerealestate

MARKET NEWS || Volcano on Mary @ $18m At the Top

MARKET NEWS || Volcano on Mary @ $18m

At the Top End, we observed the overall market trending slightly upwards in terms of prices following the conclusion of our third and final week of the 100 Auction Test (2024M1 – Opening).

Below, we provide the 2024M1 Opening Market’s numbers, with the segment splits, so you can make more informed buying and selling decisions going forward. Additionally, we recap this week’s activities, including an account of an intense bidding war at Mary Street, Grace Park, on Monday, where the bids soared past $14 million, $16 million, and $18 million on the fly.

To read our latest article and see results from the weekend, head to www.marketnews.com.au

#100auctiontest #jamesbuysell #melbournerealestate

📸 62 Tivoli Road, South Yarra. Photo: Kathy.

MARKET NEWS || Final week of the 100 Auction a tes

MARKET NEWS || Final week of the 100 Auction a test!

Check in this evening at www.marketnews.com.au to see the results

#jamesbuysell #100auctiontest #melbournerealestate

IWD || Celebrating the achievements and contributi

IWD || Celebrating the achievements and contributions of women everywhere.

Here’s to the women who make our team extraordinary and to all the amazing women we work alongside and for every day.

Happy International Women’s Day!

MARKET NEWS || Wounded Underbidders Aplenty 3 ham

MARKET NEWS || Wounded Underbidders Aplenty

3 hammer sales over $7m - leading to 6 wounded underbidders - @$7m prepared to pay more next time. Market stats say its a little weak - that feels a lie...

To read our latest article and see results from the weekend, head to www.marketnews.com.au

#100auctiontest #jamesbuysell #melbournerealestate

MARKET NEWS || Week 2 of our 100 Auction Test kick

MARKET NEWS || Week 2 of our 100 Auction Test kicked off today!

We saw 6 volcano auctions 🌋 (4+ bidders). Can you guess which council had the most volcanoes?

Check in this evening at www.marketnews.com.au to see the results.

#jamesbuysell #100auctiontest #melbournerealestate

MARKET NEWS || Early Markets Surprisingly Volatile

MARKET NEWS || Early Markets Surprisingly Volatile

How's Opening 2024M1 Market Started?

The stats surprised me - it thought it felt a lot better in terms of enquiry and action personally. However today was volatile in result and seemingly shallow in demand.

To read our latest article and see results from the weekend, head to www.marketnews.com.au

SOLD || 98 Charles Street, Abbotsford Congratulat

SOLD || 98 Charles Street, Abbotsford

Congratulations to our past clients on the sale of their investment property!

Effortlessly chic and eternally charming beyond its boom-era Victorian facade, this solid-brick two bedroom residence brings the perfect blend of old and new to deliver a lifestyle package of exceptional quality and enviable inner-urban convenience.

Thank you to Julie Taylor for all her hard work during the campaign and to our clients for entrusting us to assist them on this journey.

#jamesbuysell #sold #vendorsdvocate

MARKET NEWS || Pudding Proof With auctions starti

MARKET NEWS || Pudding Proof

With auctions starting in earnest this week and the James Buy Sell 2024M1 100 Auction Test beginning next week, just a quick “meat and potatoes taster” of behind-the-scenes, acting for either buyers or sellers...

To read our latest article head to www.marketnews.com.au

📸 30 York Street, Hawthorn

BOUGHT || Under the hammer with 3 bidders. The a

BOUGHT || Under the hammer with 3 bidders.

The agent quote was $2.3m to $2.5m. On the market at the top end of the quote, with 3 bidders finishing under the hammer at $2.9m. We bought 30 York for our client in front of a crowd of 60, having opened at $2.4m.

Congratulations to our clients, we are thrilled for you!

Auctioneer: @hawthornrealestate
Sales Agents: @torimcgregor.realestate @duanewolowiec
Buyer Agent: @simoneclarke_realestate @jamesbuysell

SOLD OFF MARKET || 20 Bolton Avenue Hampton Two

SOLD OFF MARKET || 20 Bolton Avenue Hampton

Two local buyers who read our marketnews.com.au and who saw the board inquired and were given space and time via private appointments.

One buyer made an offer within the range and was thanked and treated with respect.

@mrrobertfletcher stepped in to act as their buyer representative, and with @zalireynolds and @stefanwhiting_realestate help, we did a deal mid SOI range on 5 months and unconditional.

It was a great deal for the buyer, who had been looking for years and now has a brilliant and rare flat block on which to build a truly wonderful home in a sensational location, AND a great deal for the seller, who got more than they paid despite the market going down and a very good house (were living in it) being destroyed.

Sold by @shelterbythebay and @buxtonbrighton and @jamesbuysell

SOLD || 26 Kooyongkoot Rd Hawthorn. Kooyongkoot

SOLD || 26 Kooyongkoot Rd Hawthorn.

Kooyongkoot Road is a shining example of why great Victorian architecture will always hold appeal. It is a thing of beauty, in how it looks and how it feels. And, just as it was when it was envisioned by important architect Harry Browse Gibbs back in 1886 as home to one of Melbourne’s prominent merchant families, it possesses all that is required to live a very high-quality life in a very high-quality location.

Congratulations to all involved. @mrrobertfletcher @privatepropertyglobal
#melbournerealestate #sold #hawthorn #vendoradvocate #buysell

MARKET NEWS || I do not believe in OFIs So, what

MARKET NEWS || I do not believe in OFIs

So, what are the key good points about OFIs, that cannot be achieved at a private inspection?

Here they are AND none of them are good for sellers!

To read our latest article head to www.marketnews.com.au

#jamesbuysell #melbourneproperty #melbournerealestate #buyersagent

S2S 2024|| Elevating industry insights at the @set

S2S 2024|| Elevating industry insights at the @settosoarconference where Mal was honoured to be asked to participate in a Q&A with @zalireynolds. Safe to say @maljames_ kept it colourful!

We had a great time meeting new people and the speakers were very inspiring. Kudos to the organisers for orchestrating a flawless and enlightening day!

📸 @alphajulietvisuals

MARKET NEWS || You Can’t Just Rely On The Market

MARKET NEWS || You Can’t Just Rely On The Market

At James Buy Sell, we concluded 2023 with resounding success, navigating the sale and purchase of homes worth around $50 million in the final weeks—a stark contrast to the broader market’s declining clearance rates and Bidderman.

This, I believe, serves as a compelling testament to the notion that your buying and selling experiences can transcend market trends, embodying a blend of self-interest and strategic acumen. The initial question of the year? Are more or less than 50% of homes currently sold within what many would consider a traditional market? Astonishingly, at the Top End, the figure is well below 50%. Intriguing? Let’s go deeper over the next few weeks...

To read our first article back for 2024 head to www.marketnews.com.au

#jamesbuysell #melbourneproperty #melbournerealestate #buyersagent

NEWS || The Future is So Bright (and Pink!) Thril

NEWS || The Future is So Bright (and Pink!)

Thrilled to announce the collaboration of @jamesbuysell & @shelterforeveryone to form @shelterbythebay

We are so excited to begin this journey as a team, bringing together our passion for philanthropy & ethical real estate transactions to the Bayside area.

We have always admired @zalireynolds talent and determination. In under 4 years Zali has grown her team to 20 employees, dominating the Glen Iris and Boroondara markets.

To find out more, head to our latest article at www.marketnews.com.au or go follow @shelterbythebay to keep up to date!

BOUGHT OFF MARKET || Camberwell Another project c

BOUGHT OFF MARKET || Camberwell

Another project coming our clients way, this time, transforming this elegant Camberwell home into a workplace.

We have been assisting our clients buy and sell property since 2016. Congratulations to our lovely clients!

@hawthornrealestate
@simoneclarke_realestate

#melbournerealestate #bought #offmarket #buyersadvocates #buyersagent #jamesbuysell

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Get in touch with James Buy Sell today for a confidential discussion about your next real estate move.

During a confidential initial phone call, we’ll learn about you and what you’re looking to achieve, take you through our full-service approach, and explain how we achieve results others can’t.

Call us on 03 9804 3133 or leave your details below and we’ll be in touch.

MAL JAMES

JAMES BUY SELL

0408 107 988

mal@james.net.au

SIMONE CLARKE

JAMES BUY SELL

0400 304 111

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KATHY RUSSELL

JAMES BUY SELL

0414 296 630

kathy@james.net.au

ANDREW DATE

INDUSTRY INSIDER

0402 346 810

andrew@industryinsider.com.au

PHOEBE JAMES

MARKETING

03 9804 3133

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