There are many advantages to buying privately. Some include:

• You do not need to use a real estate agent to purchase a private sale property.
• You can speak to the seller directly and get straight answers about the property.
• You can learn more about the area by speaking to someone who lives there.
• No commission selling means that the seller does not have to factor in a hefty real estate commission; thereby giving them more flexibility on pricing.
• You can get expert advice. ComFree can arrange free offer preparation for you with one of our associated licensed Settlement Agents.
• Remember, ComFree Private Sale properties are posted on our website as soon as the "For Sale" sign goes up. Keep viewing our website for new properties on the market.

Here are a few tips to help you with Viewing or Buying a ComFree Private Sale property.

• Know your finance limits. Call ComFree for a referral to be pre-qualified. Offers may be taken more seriously if you have a letter of finance pre-approval.
• Call the seller to arrange a suitable viewing time. The seller may have certain days which they show their home, or they may have Home Opens. They'll be pleased to arrange with you a suitable showing time.
• Feel free to ask the owner many questions about the home and neighbourhood - they'll be glad to provide information.
• If you are seriously interested in the home - ask the seller for a Buyer's Guide. This guide will outline everything you need to know to make an offer.
• Clarify with the seller what is or isn't included in the sale.
• If wanting to make an offer, do so in writing. Take the Buyer's Guide to your Solicitor or Settlement Agent. We recommend you get this expert assistance to ensure your interests are protected. In addition, there may be conditions you wish to include in the offer such as Timber Pest Inspections, Financing, Building Inspections, and so on. Remember, ComFree can arrange free Offer preparation for you the buyer, with a licensed Settlement Agent.