Buyers agent · Sydney
Buyers Agent Sydney for Property Investors
Rising Returns buys investment property in Sydney for investors Australia-wide. We research, inspect, negotiate and manage the purchase through to settlement, on and off market, and we act only for you.
How we buy for Sydney investors
- A strategy built around your budget and goals
- Searching Sydney and every other market that fits
- On and off-market access
- Negotiation, due diligence and settlement handled
- neighbourhoods screened
- 15,000+
- data points per property
- 250+
- years in the industry
- 11+
Buying in Sydney
How we buy investment property in Sydney
Sydney is the deepest and most expensive market in the country, and its house yields are the lowest of the capitals. For most investors the first question isn't which suburb, but whether a Sydney property fits their cash flow at all, so we test that first. When Sydney fits, we focus on houses and townhouses with land near jobs and transport, and in 2026's softer market we use the extra stock and longer selling times to negotiate on price and terms.
We start with what you want the property to do, then test Sydney against every other market that fits your budget, so you know it's the right place before we search it. When it is, we search on and off market, have every shortlisted property inspected in person, negotiate with the selling agent and manage the contract through to settlement.
The Sydney property market right now
Sydney values are falling: house values are down 8.2% over the year to September 2026, and dwelling values are 8.6% below their February peak, as higher interest rates bite.
- Median house value · Cotality, Sep 2026
- $1,466,060
- House values, past 12 months · Cotality, Sep 2026
- −8.2%
- Gross rental yield, houses · Cotality, Sep 2026
- 3.0%
- Rental vacancy rate · SQM, Sep 2026
- 1.8%
Where investors buy in Sydney
Sydney isn't one market. These are the parts of the city investors most often weigh up, and the trade-offs between them. Which one suits you depends on your budget, goals and timeframe.
Western and south-western Sydney
Councils such as Penrith, Camden, Campbelltown and Blacktown offer more land per dollar, and lower-priced councils like these have grown fastest over 10 years. Western Sydney International Airport, which opened to passengers in October 2026, is a long-term jobs driver.
Middle ring
Parramatta, Cumberland, Canterbury-Bankstown and Georges River have established houses, townhouses and units close to rail, at prices well below the inner city.
Inner, eastern and northern Sydney
The most expensive councils have grown least over 10 years and have the lowest yields. Units across Sydney have grown only about 2% a year over the same period.
Central Coast
Part of Greater Sydney, with lower prices and more houses on land, linked to the city by rail. Commute times and local jobs matter for tenant demand.
Buying investment property as a Sydney investor
Sydney is one of the most expensive housing markets in the country, and that shapes how many local investors approach their first or next purchase. Some buy close to home in suburbs they know well. Others keep the family home in Sydney and look interstate, where the same deposit can stretch further or the numbers line up better with their goals. Neither path is right for everyone, and the answer depends on borrowing capacity, existing properties and how long you plan to hold.
Either way, the hard part is usually time. Inspections, agent calls and contract reviews tend to land in the middle of the working week, and buying in a market you do not live in adds travel and guesswork. Our office is in Haymarket, so meeting in person is easy if you prefer it, and the rest runs on video calls, shared documents and clear updates.
Whether the property ends up in Parramatta, Newcastle or another state, you get the same process: a written brief, research against it, in-person inspections arranged on your behalf with full video walk-throughs, and negotiation handled for you. You stay in control of every decision without giving up your evenings and weekends.
Local or interstate
We compare buying in Sydney with other markets against your budget and goals before a single property is shortlisted.
Meet in person if you like
Our office is in Haymarket, close to Central Station, for clients who prefer a face-to-face strategy session.
Strata matters here
Much of Sydney's investment stock is apartments and townhouses, so strata records, levies and building reports get close attention.
Your time stays yours
Inspections, agent negotiations and paperwork are handled for you, with updates at each step.
Buying property in NSW: rules investors should know
Cooling-off
Private sale contracts have a five-business-day cooling-off period, and you forfeit 0.25% of the price if you pull out. There's none at auction, and it can be waived with a section 66W certificate.
The contract comes first
The seller's contract, with the title search, zoning certificate and drainage diagram, must be ready before a property is marketed, so it can be reviewed before you offer.
Tenancy rules
Since 19 May 2025, landlords need a valid reason to end a lease and tenants can apply to keep a pet. Rent can rise only once every 12 months.
Land tax
Land tax applies once the combined land value of your NSW investment land passes the threshold, which a single Sydney house can reach on its own.
General information only, current as at October 2026. Your conveyancer or solicitor will confirm how the rules apply to your contract.
Stamp duty in NSW
Transfer duty on an investment property in NSW at 2026-27 general rates:
- $600,000 purchase$21,187
- $800,000 purchase$30,187
- $1,000,000 purchase$39,187
Buyers agent fees in Sydney
Buyers agents in Sydney typically charge a fixed fee of about $15,000 to $30,000, or 2% to 4% of the purchase price. Fees differ for investment and owner-occupier purchases. We give you our fee in writing, with exactly what it includes, on a free discovery call.
How buyers agent fees workWhy invest with a data-driven buyers agent?
Property is a long game. We start with what you want it to do for you, then build the purchase around that.
Grow wealthProperties chosen for long-term capital growth, not hype.
Financial freedomA portfolio built step by step towards your passive income goal.
Early retirementA plan with a timeline, then purchases that fit it.
DiversifySpread your risk across states and markets.
Escape the 9 to 5Build income that doesn’t rely on your salary alone.
Family flexibilityProperty that fits your family’s plans, not the other way round.
How it works
From first call to keys in hand
- 01
Strategy · Free
Discovery call
- 02
Strategy
Strategy session
- 03
Strategy
Strategic brief
- 04
Acquisition
Research and selection
- 05
Acquisition
Negotiation and due diligence
- 06
Acquisition
Settlement and handover
Rising Results
Selected client purchases
How a selection of past purchases have tracked since settlement. Results vary by property and market.
Equity gained in 12 months
$158,000
- Purchase price
- $610k
- Capital growth
- 26%
- Rental yield
- 5.9%
Equity gained in 12 months
$104,000
- Purchase price
- $550k
- Capital growth
- 19%
- Rental yield
- 6.1%
Equity gained in 12 months
$117,000
- Purchase price
- $585k
- Capital growth
- 20%
- Rental yield
- 5.8%
Equity gained in 24 months
$189,000
- Capital growth
- 24%
- Rental yield
- 5.8%
Equity gained in 13 months
$149,000
- Capital growth
- 23%
- Rental yield
- 6.1%
Equity gained in 13 months
$134,000
- Capital growth
- 22%
- Rental yield
- 6.0%
Individual client results since settlement. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.
4.9 from 100+ Google reviews
What clients say about working with us
Really knows his stuff
“My property's value has gone up by over 20% while generating really good rental return even with rising interest rates. Mossy really knows his stuff, he helped me immensely. I definitely recommend having a chat with him!”
Gary Anderson
Supported every step
“My partner and I felt supported and secure every step of the way in our buying journey with Rising Returns totally exceeding our expectation. Not to mention the invaluable amount of knowledge gained about property and investing in the process. Would highly recommend!”
Chloe Lawson
How much does a buyers agent cost in Sydney?
Do you only buy investment property in Sydney?
How much is stamp duty on an investment property in Sydney?
Is there a cooling-off period when buying property in NSW?
How much money do I need to start?
You need a minimum of $100,000 in cash or equity, and our minimum purchase price is $400,000.
Should I buy now or should I wait?
It depends on your finances, borrowing capacity and goals more than on timing the market. Waiting has a cost if well-chosen property keeps rising, and buying has risks if it stretches your finances. On the discovery call we look at your position and tell you honestly whether buying now makes sense for you.
What is the average price of the properties you buy?
We source properties from $400,000, our minimum purchase price. The final price depends on your personalised strategy and goals.
How long does the process take from the discovery call?
If you qualify to work with us, the next step will be a 45-minute Strategy Session with one of our advisors. From here, it takes 4 to 12 weeks from signing up to settlement, depending on your criteria, goals, and strategic brief.
Do you recommend accountants, brokers, property managers, lawyers, and tax agents?
Yes, we have recommendations for all of those partners. As part of our service, we find the right team for you, and your property depending on the location of the investment. We handle the admin so that this is seamless for you.
What happens if I don't like the property that you present?
Typically, this does not happen since we spend so much time at the start of the journey developing a plan and understanding your needs and how they will fit into your property portfolio. When we create a Strategic Brief, we are extremely clear about the results and do not deliver any properties that do not fit that brief. We typically look at 60 properties before we present the ONE to you. So you can be sure, we are sure.
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