Buyer Brief After experiencing a significant life change in Canberra, our client V, decided to…

Kings Beach unit purchased by Home Scouts for Brisbane clients
Buyer Brief
This mother and daughter had sold their respective homes in Brisbane, and wanted to make their relocation to the Sunshine Coast.
After looking unsuccessfully for many months on their own, they were getting frustrated with the process and missing out on properties. The challenges of regular travel from Brisbane to inspect coastal properties, amidst health challenges, further compounded the difficulty of securing a home.
They were after a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment in Caloundra within $850,000, which was in good condition, close to the water, no higher than the first floor level, low body corporate fees and in an area which was flat.
Deborah and Robyn engaged Sandra for our full buyers agency service to manage the search and acquisition of their property, after contacting Home Scouts directly.
Our Approach
As a first step, we worked closely with our clients to define their brief, as well as audited buildings in target locations for internal and balcony size and aspect in order to streamline the shortlisting process.
Our clients initially set their sights on Golden Beach, but with only one sale within their budget over the past six months, opportunities were scarce. We managed to find an off-market property on the Esplanade, though the seller’s expectations exceeded our budget. A new job on the Sunshine Coast soon prompted a broader search, and Kings Beach emerged as a viable option due to better availability within budget. Thanks to our strong agent relationships, we were alerted to a potential property, and after just one day on the market, we successfully negotiated the purchase.
In addition to securing the property, we attended the building and pest inspection on behalf of our client, ensuring everything went smoothly. To keep the transition seamless, we left letters in the mailboxes of neighboring apartment owners, notifying them of the removalists’ arrival the following week. We also arranged for a locksmith to change the locks upon settlement, with new keys left securely for our clients to collect once they arrived from Brisbane. This way, they could move in without any hassle or delays.
Result
Property
- 96m2 renovated apartment
- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Expansive balcony in a quiet street with primarily owner occupied apartments
- Walking distance to the beach and cafes
- Secured for $800,000
Location
Kings Beach is located centrally on the Sunshine Coast and is the epitome of coastal living. The suburb was named after King Edward VII, reflecting its regal charm. Over the years, Kings Beach has transformed from a seaside village into a vibrant community hub. Significant investments by the Sunshine Coast Council have rejuvenated this area over the years and this has also contributed to steady growth in demand for properties in the area.



My mother and I sold our houses in preparation to move to the Sunshine Coast. After 3 months of looking ourselves it all became too daunting. I was recommended to meet with Home Scouts and it was the best decision we could have made.
Sandra’s dedication and experience helped us beyond words. Sandra genuinely cared, was supportive and patient. Sandra dealt directly with the Real Estate agents as that can become a little tricky. She also organised Conveyances, locksmiths, building and pest inspection. Sandra also recorded open for inspections when we were unable to attend. Sandra did it all.
Moving is stressful enough and using Home Scouts lifted a great weight off Mum and I. I highly recommend Home Scouts and if we are ever looking at buying again, Home Scouts will be my first call.
DEBORAH AND ROBYN
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