Jane and Colin approached us as they prepared for one of the biggest transitions of their lives: retiring and relocating from Sydney to Brisbane to be closer to their daughter and grandchildren. While the move itself was exciting, finding the right property presented a unique challenge. Not only were they searching from interstate, but they also had a very specific brief. Their ideal home needed to accommodate multiple generations of the family, with their daughter and grandchildren planning to move in with them in the future. This meant finding a genuine dual-living property that offered both privacy and functionality, while also delivering the lifestyle they had worked hard to enjoy throughout retirement. Daniel was eager to work alongside them to find exactly that.
Their wish list included a swimming pool, outdoor entertaining area, shed, established gardens, air conditioning, ample parking, and a location close to quality schools for the grandchildren. Finding a property that delivered all of these features in a desirable Brisbane location was no easy task.
After taking the time to fully understand their goals, lifestyle requirements, and long-term plans, we commenced an extensive search across a number of Brisbane suburbs. Several properties came close, but each fell short in one or more key areas. Some offered the right location but lacked the required layout, while others provided the dual-living functionality but missed important lifestyle features.
Eventually, we identified a property that ticked every box. The home featured a genuine dual-living setup, swimming pool, outdoor entertaining area, shed, established gardens, air conditioning, plenty of parking, and was conveniently located near three highly regarded local schools. As Jane and Colin were still based in Sydney, we conducted a thorough inspection on their behalf and provided a detailed video walkthrough, allowing them to assess the property remotely and make an informed decision with confidence.
After reviewing the property together, they knew it was exactly what they had been searching for. We then entered negotiations with the selling agent and vendors and successfully secured the property for almost $100,000 below the original asking price.
Several weeks later, Jane and Colin travelled to Brisbane to see their new home in person for the very first time. The reaction was immediate. After walking through the property, Jane turned and said, “It just feels like home.”
For us, that moment perfectly captured the outcome we strive to achieve for every client. Not simply securing a property at the right price, but helping people find the right home for the next chapter of their lives.
The Result
- Secured a Brisbane dual-living property that met all of the clients’ lifestyle and family requirements.
- Negotiated a purchase price almost $100,000 below the original asking price.
- Enabled the clients to purchase with confidence despite being located interstate.
- Helped position the family to enjoy their retirement years surrounded by children and grandchildren in a home designed for multi-generational living.
- Delivered peace of mind that they had found the right home for the next stage of their lives.