What a buyers agent actually does

Almost every agent you meet while house hunting is paid by the seller. Their job is to get the highest possible price for the vendor. A buyers agent sits on the other side of that table. We are engaged by you, paid by you, and measured on whether you end up in the right home at a price that stacks up.

In practice that starts with a brief. We work out what you actually need, which is often different from the search filters you have been using. Then we search, and not just on the portals. We speak to selling agents across your suburbs every week, which surfaces homes that are quietly available before they are advertised, or that never get advertised at all.

From there we inspect, and we tell you what we find rather than what you want to hear. We look at what the home will cost to fix, how it compares with recent sales nearby, and where the risks sit. When it is the right one, we run the negotiation or bid at auction, then stay with you through building inspections, finance and settlement.

The Verve difference

We only ever work or you

Homes to live in, not assets

A specialist for your suburb

We only ever work for you

A selling agent is paid by the vendor, so their job is getting the highest price for someone else. We are paid by you, which means our only job is getting you the right home at the right price. There are no split loyalties and no listings we are quietly trying to move. When a property is wrong for you, we say so plainly, even when it costs us a faster settlement

How Verve's buyers agent process works

A clear, repeatable process takes you from first conversation to settlement — no guesswork, no surprises.
01

Your first conversation

We talk through what you are looking for, what you can spend, and what has been getting in the way so far.

02

Building the brief

We agree the suburbs, the budget, the non-negotiables and the things you would compromise on, so the search stays focused.

03

Searching the market

We work the listings and our agent network across your suburbs, bringing you homes that fit rather than everything that is available.

04

Inspecting and assessing

We view shortlisted homes, check them against recent comparable sales, and give you a straight read on both value and risk.

05

Negotiating and settling

We negotiate or bid on your behalf, then manage inspections, finance and paperwork through to the day you collect the keys.

Buyers agent Perth, frequently asked questions

Verve charges a fixed fee agreed before the search begins, so the cost is clear from the start and does not climb with the price of the home. The fee reflects how involved the search is. We set it out in writing at the first meeting, along with exactly what it covers.
That depends on your search. If you know the suburbs well, feel confident on value, and have time for home opens, you may not need one. If you are time poor, buying from interstate, or repeatedly missing out, having someone who negotiates for a living and hears about homes early usually changes the outcome.
A real estate agent is engaged by the seller and works to get them the best price. A buyers agent is engaged by you and works to get you the right home on the best terms. Same market, opposite sides of the table. Verve never lists or sells property, so there is no conflict.
We cover the Perth metropolitan area through area specialists, each concentrating on a defined group of suburbs. That way you get someone inspecting and negotiating in your pocket every week rather than an agent stretched across the whole city. The suburbs page shows current coverage.
Often yes. Clients regularly come to us with a specific property and want an independent view on what it is worth, what it will cost to bring up to scratch, and how hard to push in the negotiation. We can take on that part of the job without running a full search.
Usually within a week. The first step is a conversation about what you are after, followed by a written brief you sign off. Once that is agreed we begin contacting agents across your suburbs straight away, and you will start seeing properties within the first fortnight.

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What Perth buyers say about Verve

5/5 Rating

61 Google Reviews

MOVING ACROSS AUSTRALIA IN LATE 2024 FROM THE SUNSHINE COAST TO WESTERN AUSTRALIA really was a BIG DEAL! The move was made oh so much easier working with Boston from VERVE to help pave the way… With escalating house prices, his knowledge, guidance, support & personal touch was valued highly - It sure did assist with coming to grips with house buying & selling in Doubleview! Especially so, as I was only in WA for a short while before having to return to the Sunshine Coast, QLD. I relied on Boston to find the perfect property at the right price in the right suburb. And he did! We have now been happily living in Doubleview for just over 12 months. Sure, there have been challenges. Having said that there has been new adventures including a trip to Rottnest Island, celebrating our first Christmas in WA, swimming in the Indian Ocean, eating at terrific cafes for family brunches, exploring further afield like Dunsborough, Busselton, Bunbury, York & Lancelin with plans to see & experience lots more here in the wild west! Whether buying, selling or both in Perth I can confidently recommend VERVE BUYERS AGENCY as your ‘go to’.

Fiona Greer

We recently engaged Verve Buyers Agency to help us find and secure our new home, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience or the outcome. We had very specific criteria for both the type of property we were looking for and the locations we were willing to consider, which made finding the right home quite challenging. From the outset, the Verve team took the time to really understand what we were looking for and worked tirelessly to source properties that met our requirements and budget. One of the biggest benefits for us was their extensive knowledge of the property market. They provided excellent guidance on property values and helped us understand whether properties were fairly priced, overvalued or represented good value — insight that we simply would not have had on our own. We also really appreciated the level of service and support throughout the process. We had a multi-person team working on our search, regularly presenting suitable properties, liaising directly with selling agents and even arranging private viewings for us on multiple occasions. When we were seriously considering a property, their due diligence was incredibly thorough and gave us confidence in making informed decisions. Ultimately, Verve helped us secure our ideal home, in our ideal location, within our budget. We genuinely feel their market knowledge, negotiation experience and strong relationships with selling agents helped us secure the best possible deal. We would absolutely recommend Verve Buyers Agency to anyone looking to purchase property. Their professionalism, knowledge and commitment throughout the entire process were exceptional, and we would certainly engage them again if we are ever in the market for another property.

Pete oconnell

The whole process with Verve Buyers Agency has been amazing! Thank you to Lana for helping us find & secure our new home. So well done!! A big shout out to Jane & Rowen for putting us on the right track. We must also mention the dynamic Elly - so efficient in everything you have done & keeping us on track. We would not hesitate to recommend the Verve Buyers Agency.

Julie Harris

We engaged Sean as our buyer’s agent and were impressed by his professionalism from the outset. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and his communication throughout the entire process was consistently clear, timely, and informative. Sean guided us step‑by‑step, from our initial meeting through to home opens, private inspections, and finally the pre‑settlement walkthrough of our new home. Working with Sean and his team removed a significant amount of stress from our search. Prior to engaging him, we were attending weekend home opens, dealing with multiple agents we had no existing relationship with, all while managing the demands of two young children. The contrast was remarkable — Sean made the experience seamless, efficient, and entirely free of the pressure we had previously felt. We cannot recommend Sean and his team highly enough. Their expertise, support, and commitment made the purchase of our home an exceptionally smooth process.

Bojana B

Hugely grateful for Boston’s professionalism, knowledge and patience. From our first conversations he was keen to meet us where we were at knowledge wise and always happy to explain any concepts or questions. We had VERY specific and narrow requirements and he gave us honest advice about timeframes and then persisted with us through the market changes. He was always contactable, friendly and happy to help. In the end, we got a place better than we imagined and he was hugely instrumental in securing this property. Cannot recommend him and the team enough and would 100% return for future purchases.

Lily Kennedy

MOVING ACROSS AUSTRALIA IN LATE 2024 FROM THE SUNSHINE COAST TO WESTERN AUSTRALIA really was a BIG DEAL! The move was made oh so much easier working with Boston from VERVE to help pave the way… With escalating house prices, his knowledge, guidance, support & personal touch was valued highly - It sure did assist with coming to grips with house buying & selling in Doubleview! Especially so, as I was only in WA for a short while before having to return to the Sunshine Coast, QLD. I relied on Boston to find the perfect property at the right price in the right suburb. And he did! We have now been happily living in Doubleview for just over 12 months. Sure, there have been challenges. Having said that there has been new adventures including a trip to Rottnest Island, celebrating our first Christmas in WA, swimming in the Indian Ocean, eating at terrific cafes for family brunches, exploring further afield like Dunsborough, Busselton, Bunbury, York & Lancelin with plans to see & experience lots more here in the wild west! Whether buying, selling or both in Perth I can confidently recommend VERVE BUYERS AGENCY as your ‘go to’.

Fiona Greer

We recently engaged Verve Buyers Agency to help us find and secure our new home, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience or the outcome. We had very specific criteria for both the type of property we were looking for and the locations we were willing to consider, which made finding the right home quite challenging. From the outset, the Verve team took the time to really understand what we were looking for and worked tirelessly to source properties that met our requirements and budget. One of the biggest benefits for us was their extensive knowledge of the property market. They provided excellent guidance on property values and helped us understand whether properties were fairly priced, overvalued or represented good value — insight that we simply would not have had on our own. We also really appreciated the level of service and support throughout the process. We had a multi-person team working on our search, regularly presenting suitable properties, liaising directly with selling agents and even arranging private viewings for us on multiple occasions. When we were seriously considering a property, their due diligence was incredibly thorough and gave us confidence in making informed decisions. Ultimately, Verve helped us secure our ideal home, in our ideal location, within our budget. We genuinely feel their market knowledge, negotiation experience and strong relationships with selling agents helped us secure the best possible deal. We would absolutely recommend Verve Buyers Agency to anyone looking to purchase property. Their professionalism, knowledge and commitment throughout the entire process were exceptional, and we would certainly engage them again if we are ever in the market for another property.

Pete oconnell

The whole process with Verve Buyers Agency has been amazing! Thank you to Lana for helping us find & secure our new home. So well done!! A big shout out to Jane & Rowen for putting us on the right track. We must also mention the dynamic Elly - so efficient in everything you have done & keeping us on track. We would not hesitate to recommend the Verve Buyers Agency.

Julie Harris

We engaged Sean as our buyer’s agent and were impressed by his professionalism from the outset. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and his communication throughout the entire process was consistently clear, timely, and informative. Sean guided us step‑by‑step, from our initial meeting through to home opens, private inspections, and finally the pre‑settlement walkthrough of our new home. Working with Sean and his team removed a significant amount of stress from our search. Prior to engaging him, we were attending weekend home opens, dealing with multiple agents we had no existing relationship with, all while managing the demands of two young children. The contrast was remarkable — Sean made the experience seamless, efficient, and entirely free of the pressure we had previously felt. We cannot recommend Sean and his team highly enough. Their expertise, support, and commitment made the purchase of our home an exceptionally smooth process.

Bojana B

Hugely grateful for Boston’s professionalism, knowledge and patience. From our first conversations he was keen to meet us where we were at knowledge wise and always happy to explain any concepts or questions. We had VERY specific and narrow requirements and he gave us honest advice about timeframes and then persisted with us through the market changes. He was always contactable, friendly and happy to help. In the end, we got a place better than we imagined and he was hugely instrumental in securing this property. Cannot recommend him and the team enough and would 100% return for future purchases.

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