Buyers Agent Mastery Podcast

Buyers Agent Mastery

Buyers Agent Mastery is the podcast for buyers agents who want to build a better business. Hosted by industry veterans Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan, each episode features candid conversations with some of Australia's most successful buyers agents, uncovering the real numbers, real mistakes, and real lessons behind building a profitable and sustainable agency. Whether you're just starting out, growing your client base, or scaling a team, you'll learn practical insights on marketing, sales, systems, hiring, leadership, and profitability from people who have actually done it. No theory. No fluff. Just proven strategies, hard-earned lessons, and actionable takeaways to help you grow your buyers agency with confidence. Real buyers agents. Real numbers. Real mistakes. What it actually takes to grow.

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    Mark Errichiello: From Burnout to a Better Buyers Agency Model | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 010

    For years, Mark Errichiello was saying yes to everything — networking events, committees, property management, buyers advocacy and the demands of running a business. Eventually, spreading himself too thin caught up with him and forced him to rethink how he wanted his buyers agency, and his life, to operate. In this episode, Mark shares what he learned from that period of burnout and how it shaped a more focused approach to business. He explains why buyers agents need to be deliberate about where they put their time and energy, why delivery should come before relentless lead generation, and the risks of expanding into new services or markets before you have the experience and capacity to do them well. Mark also discusses building business through referrals, using systems and tech to strengthen client delivery, and why being willing to admit what you don’t know is an important part of mastering the craft. Episode Highlights01:16 - Meet Mark Errichiello 03:50 - From Sales Agent to Buyers Agent 06:23 - Growing vs Scaling a Buyers Agency 07:51 - Why Mark Made the Move to Byron 10:08 - Why Delivery Comes First 11:34 - Lessons From Networking Burnout 15:53 - Fixed Fees vs Percentage Fees 21:41 - Building Better Client Delivery Systems 28:53 - Turning Great Delivery Into Marketing 29:48 - Lessons From Mark’s Early Real Estate Career 31:13 - Learning to Handle Client Conflict 33:41 - The Risks of Straddling Different Services 38:21 - How Adversity Changed Mark’s Perspective 42:20 - Why Buyers Agents Must Master Their Craft 45:43 - Building a Sustainable Buyers Agency 46:49 - Where Referrals Really Happen 50:34 - Key Takeaways From Mark’s Journey About the GuestMark Errichiello is a second-generation real estate professional with more than 25 years of experience across sales, auctions, property management, agency leadership, buyers advocacy, vendor advocacy and property investment. In 2014, Mark co-founded Master Advocates with Michelle Errichiello, where he is Director and Principal Buyers and Vendor Advocate. After more than a decade building the business in Melbourne, Mark now operates between Melbourne, Byron Bay and the Northern Rivers, collaborating with Michael Murray and the Byron Property Search team. Mark is a Licensed Estate Agent, Certified Estate Agent with the REIV and a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. His extensive experience across different sides of the property industry has shaped a strong focus on due diligence, independent advice, risk management and long-term client outcomes. Connect with MarkMark’s LinkedInMaster Advocate FacebookMaster Advocate InstagramMaster Advocate YouTube Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey➡️Visit our website 🎧 Find us on Apple Podcasts & Spotify. AppleSpotify Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.

    Mark Errichiello: From Burnout to a Better Buyers Agency Model | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 010
  2. Sep 7

    Lisa Parker: The Buyers Agent Mistakes Experience Teaches You To Avoid | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 009

    After 25 years as a buyers advocate, Lisa Parker has seen the industry through multiple property cycles, built a highly successful boutique agency and tested what happens when you try to scale. In this episode, she shares the lessons she has learned about building a sustainable buyers agency, the importance of mastering the craft, and why experience, strong systems and a business model that suits your strengths can matter more than simply pursuing growth. Lisa shares the realities of training buyers advocates, why true mastery takes far longer than 12 months, how she built a referral-led business without traditional marketing, and why authenticity and personal alignment have been central to her longevity. For buyers agents thinking about hiring, scaling or simply building a more sustainable business, this is a candid look at what growth really costs—and what it takes to build a business that lasts. Episode Highlights01:14 – Meet Lisa Parker: 25 Years In Buyers Advocacy 03:57 – Why Lisa Never Planned To Become A Business Owner 07:21 – When Commissions Clash With Client Trust 11:26 – Why Lisa Chose To Keep Her Agency Small 16:52 – Scaling Through Boom Markets Can Backfire 20:40 – How Pay Structures Shape Team Culture 26:51 – Why Buyers Agents Need Two Years To Master The Job 29:23 – Why Peer Checks Improve Valuation Decisions 33:05 – The Difference Between Knowing And Mastery 39:52 – Why 50% Retainers Changed Lisa’s Business 41:19 – How Lisa Built A Business Without Marketing 46:31 – Why Authenticity Can Strengthen Your Business 48:25 – How Lisa Turns Relationships Into Referrals 51:51 – What Separates Sustainable Buyers Agencies 55:04 – Why Leads Matter When You Scale A Team About the GuestLisa Parker is the founder of Parker Buyers Advocates in Melbourne and has 25 years of experience as a buyers advocate. She is also a qualified mortgage broker and financial planner, has twice been named REIV Buyers Advocate of the Year, and is the author of Open the Door, a book aimed at helping first-home buyers avoid costly mistakes. Lisa began her career after discovering buyers advocacy at a time when there were only a small number of advocates operating in Melbourne. She sought out an experienced advocate to learn the structure of the business, offering 60% of her fees in exchange for training. She subsequently established Parker Buyers Advocates and initially focused heavily on property investors. Over her career, Lisa has experimented with scaling through additional buyers advocates and territories, but ultimately decided that a smaller, more controlled business better suited her goals and risk tolerance. She now runs a referral-led business focused on Melbourne home buyers and investors. Connect with LisaLinkedIn | Lisa ParkerWebsite | Parker Buyer Advocates Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey➡️Visit our website 🎧 Find us on Apple Podcasts & Spotify. AppleSpotify Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyer's Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.

    Lisa Parker: The Buyers Agent Mistakes Experience Teaches You To Avoid | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 009
  3. Sep 1

    Andrew Hancock: Build the Foundation Before Clients Come | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 008

    For many buyer’s agents, scaling sounds like the next logical step. But taking on more clients, hiring staff and increasing revenue can expose weaknesses that were easy to ignore when the business was smaller. In this episode, Bryce and Veronica speak with Andrew Hancock of My Property Pro about building a buyer’s agency around systems, structure and local expertise. Andrew shares how his experience as an airline pilot shaped the way he uses checklists and SOPs, how he built a market in the Sutherland Shire through 200 broker conversations, and why sales agents and past clients can become powerful referral sources. They also unpack pricing, lead qualification, SEO and AEO, local specialisation and a painful operational mistake that exposed a gap in Andrew’s systems. If you're looking to grow a buyer’s agency without creating a business that depends entirely on you, this episode is packed with practical lessons on building the foundation for scale. Episode Highlights01:11 – Meet Andrew: From Pilot to Buyer’s Agent 03:05 – The Pilot Mindset: Checklists That Prevent Mistakes 07:32 – Why Mentors Can Fast-Track Your Growth 09:41 – Instagram Agents vs Real-World Experience 12:06 – How Andrew Created Demand in the Sutherland Shire 15:58 – Building Trust Across Different Client Types 17:54 – Why Andrew Uses Fixed-Fee Pricing 20:24 – How 200 Broker Conversations Built His Network 27:05 – Trust Is the Product: Why Reputation Wins 31:08 – SEO, Referrals and the Lead Sources That Work 35:45 – How Sales Agents Became a Referral Engine 41:04 – A Costly Mistake and the Lessons It Taught 46:14 – Turning Happy Clients Into Brand Ambassadors About the GuestAndrew Hancock is the founder of My Property Pro, a Sydney-based buyer’s agency specialising in the Sutherland Shire and surrounding southern suburbs. The business began in property management in 2013 before evolving into buyer’s agency in 2019. Before moving into property, Andrew trained as an airline pilot and became an airline pilot in 2007, working across both a major and regional airline. He had also been investing in property since the early 2000s, eventually transitioning his professional experience and property knowledge into business. His aviation background has had a significant influence on how he operates his buyer’s agency. Andrew applies the checklist and procedural discipline used in aviation to client onboarding, due diligence and other stages of the buyer journey, with the aim of reducing errors and maintaining consistent service delivery. Today, My Property Pro has evolved into a team structure involving three buyer’s agents and operational support, with the business transitioning into its scale phase. Connect with AndrewLinkedIn | My Property ProWebsite| My Property ProFacebook | My Property ProInstagram | My Property Pro Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey➡️Visit our website 🎧 Find us on Apple Podcasts & Spotify. AppleSpotify Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyer's Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.

    Andrew Hancock: Build the Foundation Before Clients Come | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 008
  4. Aug 24

    Claire Corby: Build For Profit, Not Ego | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 007

    What does sustainable growth actually look like for a buyer's agency? Claire Corby, founder of a deliberately small and highly targeted buyer's agency in Canberra, shares how she found her niche, built a powerful referral engine and learned that bigger isn't necessarily better. Claire takes us through the evolution of her business, from initially targeting investors and development opportunities to becoming known for helping interstate, overseas, military and diplomatic families find the right home and neighbourhood in Canberra. She also shares what she learned from hiring too soon, growing a team, managing conflict of interest and stepping back into client work. For buyer's agents thinking about their next stage of growth, this episode is a reminder to define what success actually means to you — then build the business around it. Episode Highlights01:21 – Claire Corby: Growth Without Chasing Scale 11:00 – Why Claire Doesn’t Pay Referral Fees 16:51 – Why Canberra Uses 99-Year Leasehold 19:52 – How Claire Found Her Real Niche 22:08 – Why Claire Stopped Hiding That She Was A Mum 26:32 – How Claire Finds The Right Suburb Fit 30:27 – Why Claire Chose A Deliberately Small Team 35:13 – When Bigger Growth Stopped Feeling Right 41:21 – How Claire Built A Referral Machine 47:28 – Why Canberra Isn’t Recession-Proof 49:17 – Canberra’s Boom-Bust Business Cycles 51:06 – What Makes A Buyer’s Agency Sustainable? 55:52 – Find Your Tribe And Lean On Others 59:31 – Final Wrap: Building A Business That Fits About the GuestClaire Corby is a third-generation Canberran and the founder of a highly targeted buyer’s agency built on deep local knowledge and a clearly defined niche. Before becoming a buyer’s agent, Claire worked in tax advisory and built extensive experience as a property investor, exploring strategies including buy-and-hold, vendor finance, rent-to-own, renovations, relocations and small developments. Her move into buyer’s agency began through a Canberra property meetup she founded, where investors and professionals gathered to discuss projects and feasibility. As attendees started seeking her help, her advisory work naturally evolved. Over time, Claire discovered her strongest niche wasn’t investors and developers, but interstate, overseas, military and diplomatic families relocating to Canberra and needing guidance on neighbourhoods, schools and communities. Claire has also served as the Canberra representative for the Real Estate Buyer's Agents Association and values the support of her professional network and “tribe.” Connect with ClaireClaire’s LinkedInCapital Buyers Agency WebsiteCapital Buyers Agency InstagramCapital Buyers Agency Facebook Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey➡️Visit our website 🎧 Find us on Apple Podcasts & Spotify. AppleSpotify Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.

    Claire Corby: Build For Profit, Not Ego | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 007
  5. Aug 17

    Matthew Hughes: The Systems Behind Sustainable Growth | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 006

    What happens when a buyers agent stops thinking about how many properties they can buy and starts thinking about how to build a business that can operate without them? In this episode, Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan speak with Matthew Hughes, founder and managing director of Capital Property Advisory Group, about the systems, people and business decisions behind building a scalable buyers agency. Matthew shares why he deliberately moved away from founder-led production, how he built recurring revenue through property management and finance, and why he automated his lead onboarding and recorded his standard client presentation. He also explains how he separates client engagement from fulfillment, uses AI to streamline due diligence and compliance, and approaches interstate expansion through local expertise. The conversation also covers a costly rent roll acquisition, the risks of giving implied financial advice, why buyers agents need stronger industry training, and what Matthew believes separates sustainable buyers agencies from those built around short-term opportunity. If you’re a buyers agent looking to move beyond personal production and build a business with systems, people, recurring revenue and a potential exit, this episode is packed with practical lessons. Episode Highlights01:15 — Meet Matthew Hughes: Building Beyond Buyers Agency 04:35 — Building a Buyers Agency With an Exit in Mind 09:14 — Mentors, Ethics and Building the Right Business 13:11 — How Automation Transformed Matthew’s Lead Conversion 17:06 — Discovery Calls: When Should the Founder Step Away? 21:13 — Sales Without the Hard Sell: Follow-Up That Works 24:43 — From Poor Leads to a Luxury Buyers Agency Brand 27:02 — How AI Is Reshaping Buyers Agency After the Budget 31:09 — Established vs New: Rethinking Investment Property 36:32 — The Next Phase: AI-Powered Platforms for Buyers 38:29 — What Makes a Buyers Agency Sustainable? 46:12 — Investment Grade Property From Market to Street Level 50:21 — Key Lessons From Matthew’s Scaling Journey About the GuestMatthew Hughes is the founder and managing director of Capital Property Advisory Group, a national fee-for-service buyers agency and property advisory business that he established in 2016. He has around 12 years of experience representing property buyers, following an earlier career in real estate sales and experience working within another buyers agency. Matthew is a Qualified Property Investment Advisor, licensed finance broker and the 2025 PIPA National Property Investment Advisor of the Year. He is also a PIPA board member and a member of ARIBA. His business has expanded beyond buyers agency into property management and finance, with Matthew deliberately building the group as a business that can operate beyond its founder. He explains that this was partly driven by previous experience owning businesses that generated income but stopped generating value when he stepped away. Connect with MatthewLinkedIn | Matthew HughesWebsite | Capital Property AdvisoryInstagram | Capital Property AdvisoryFacebook | Capital Property Advisory Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey➡️Visit our website Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyers agency.

    Matthew Hughes: The Systems Behind Sustainable Growth | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 006
  6. Aug 10

    John Nguyen: AML Compliance for Buyers Agents, Explained | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 005

    AML/CTF has introduced a whole new compliance responsibility for buyers agents — and the biggest risk may be assuming you’ve got it covered when you haven’t. In this episode of Buyers Agent Mastery, Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan sit down with AML specialist John Nguyen to unpack what the new rules actually mean for buyers agents. John breaks down when clients need to be screened, who needs AML training, how to handle high-risk clients and suspicious matter reports, and why trusts, companies and SMSFs can make the process far more complicated than simply checking an ID. You’ll also hear where buyers agencies are most likely to get caught out: relying on generic screening software, missing people who need to be screened, navigating vendor due diligence, and assuming another professional’s checks remove your liability. John also walks through the time and complexity involved in managing AML yourself — and why getting the process right matters when the penalties for non-compliance can be significant. Episode Highlights01:04 - What Tranche 2 Means for Buyers Agents 03:19 - Why AML Compliance Is So Difficult 07:58 - Navigating AML’s Grey Areas 10:56 - The Problem With AUSTRAC’s Starter Kit 12:23 - The Deadlines Have Passed. What Now? 14:35 - KYC, High-Risk Clients and SMRs 18:43 - How Money Laundering Shows Up in Property 21:10 - Why the Penalties Feel Disproportionate 23:53 - Reporting Suspicious Activity Without Fear 24:42 - The Biggest AML Compliance Gaps 25:09 - Who in Your Team Needs AML Training? 26:21 - Screening Trusts, Companies and SMSFs 29:47 - When Do You Need to Screen a Client? 30:28 - AML Rules for Auction-Only Services 31:01 - The Challenge of Screening Vendors 34:48 - The DIY AML Process, Step by Step 39:22 - How Done-for-You Compliance Scales 41:12 - The Buyers Agent Mastery AML Partnership 43:16 - Final Takeaways: Compliance Isn’t Going Away About the GuestJohn Nguyen is the founder of AML Partners, an Australian AML/CTF compliance provider working with real estate agencies, buyers agents and conveyancers. John brings more than 10 years of financial crime experience across major banks including CBA, Westpac and ANZ, along with audit experience at Ernst & Young. After seeing the challenges even major financial institutions faced in implementing AML compliance correctly, John and his team developed a technology and service-based approach designed to make compliance more practical for smaller businesses, including buyers agencies. In this episode, John brings that experience directly into the buyers agent workflow, explaining the practical obligations agencies now face and some of the common gaps that can leave businesses exposed. Connect with JohnJohn Nguyen (LinkedIn) John Nguyen (Website) Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey➡️Visit our website ➡️Know more about AML Partners Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.

    John Nguyen: AML Compliance for Buyers Agents, Explained | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 005
  7. Aug 7

    Meighan Wells: Lessons From Queensland's Buyers Agent Pioneer | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 004

    “The most empowering point in your business is when you can say no to someone and say, ‘You’re just not the right fit for us.’” In this episode of Buyers Agent Mastery, Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan sit down with one of Queensland's true buyer's agency pioneers, Meighan Wells. As the founder of Property Pursuit and a three-time REIQ Buyer's Agent of the Year, Meighan shares what she's learned from more than two decades in business, including why she intentionally scaled back after discovering that growth can sometimes come at the expense of quality. They unpack referrals, hiring mistakes, fee structures, client management, buyer education, and the systems that have helped her build a business where more than 80% of clients come from referrals and repeat business. If you're looking to build a buyer's agency that lasts decades—not just years—this episode is packed with hard-earned lessons. Episode Highlights01:11 – Meet the Buyers Agent Who Wrote the Rulebook 03:46 – From Startup to Industry Pioneer 07:10 – The Payment Model Clients Respect More 12:27 – The Danger of Being a Generalist 18:52 – Eight Buyers Agents Missed This Red Flag 23:38 – The Referral System Behind an 80% Repeat Business 28:50 – Stop Chasing Leads. Start Improving Conversions 31:03 – How AI Is Sending New Clients to Buyers Agents 34:59 – The Hiring Mistake That Cost Me Dearly 38:59 – How to Spot Future Flight Risks in Interviews 41:43 – Why Some Buyers Agents Last and Others Don't 47:01 – "We Advise, You Decide": Managing Client Risk 50:05 – The Biggest Lessons From Two Decades in Business About the GuestMeighan Wells is the founder and principal of Property Pursuit and one of Queensland's most experienced buyer's agents. With more than 20 years in the industry, she has helped shape the profession, including authoring the original REIQ education module on acting as a buyer's agent. A three-time REIQ Buyer's Agent of the Year, Meighan combines a background in psychology, risk management, and business with deep expertise in negotiation and client advocacy. Known for her systems-driven approach and commitment to long-term outcomes, she has built a highly respected referral-based business focused on helping clients make smarter property decisions. Connect with MeighanWebsite | Property PursuitLinkedIn | Property Pursuit AdvisorsLinkedIn | Meighan WellsFacebook | Meighan Wells Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey➡️Visit our website Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.

    Meighan Wells: Lessons From Queensland's Buyers Agent Pioneer | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 004
  8. Aug 1

    Jarrod McCabe: Building A 30-Year Buyer's Agency | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 003

    Building a successful buyer's agency is one thing. Building one that thrives for 30 years is something else entirely. In this episode of Buyers Agent Mastery, Veronica and Bryce sit down with Jarrod McCabe, Director of Wakelin Property Advisory, one of Australia's most respected and longest-running buyer's agencies. Jarrod shares his journey from property valuer to business owner, the lessons he learned working under industry pioneers Richard and Monique Wakelin, and the mindset shifts required to move from technical property expertise into trusted advisory work. The conversation explores scaling through systems, building referral networks, adapting to changing investor markets, winning trust with owner-occupier clients, vendor advocacy as a growth channel, and why experience remains the ultimate competitive advantage. Whether you're starting your buyer's agency or looking to scale beyond your own production, this episode offers a blueprint for building a business that stands the test of time. Episode Highlights00:21 – Meet Jarrod McCabe & The Wakelin Story 03:30 – From Property Valuer To Buyer's Agent 05:57 – The Method Behind Winning More Auctions 08:57 – How To Price Melbourne's Best Properties 12:10 – Why Asset Selection Beats Negotiation 14:49 – Scaling Fees Without Losing Trust 16:53 – The Shift From Investors To Home Buyers 22:14 – Negative Gearing, New Builds & Investor Risk 26:02 – How Established Firms Navigate Policy Changes 28:21 – Building A Sales Process That Scales 33:06 – The Auction Mistake That Nearly Cost A Deal 35:36 – Understanding Agent Behaviour At Auction 40:14 – Why Mentorship Accelerates Success 46:14 – Finding And Attracting Ideal Clients 48:10 – Credibility: The Ultimate Growth Strategy 51:11 – Why Sharing Knowledge Builds Authority 54:42 – Understanding The Owner Occupier Mindset 58:15 – The Power Of Mentorship And Experience About the GuestJarrod McCabe is a Director of Wakelin Property Advisory, one of Melbourne's longest-running and most respected buyer's agencies. Originally trained as a property valuer, Jarrod spent years working across residential, commercial, rural and compulsory acquisition valuations before joining Wakelin Property Advisory in 2010. Under the mentorship of Richard and Monique Wakelin, he developed deep expertise in buyer advocacy, asset selection and strategic property advice. Today, Jarrod helps lead a business that has been operating since 1995 and has successfully evolved through multiple property cycles. His work spans buyer advocacy, vendor advocacy, investment strategy and owner-occupier acquisitions, with a strong focus on long-term asset selection and client outcomes. Known for his practical approach, Jarrod believes the greatest value a buyer's agent provides is not negotiating a lower price, but helping clients avoid buying the wrong property in the first place. Connect with JarrodWebsite | Wakelin Property AdvisoryLinkedIn | Wakelin Property AdvisoryFacebook Page | Wakelin Property Advisory LinkedIn | Jarrod McCabe - Wakelin Property Advisory Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey➡️Visit our website Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.

    Jarrod McCabe: Building A 30-Year Buyer's Agency | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 003
  9. Jul 27

    Scott Aggett: Build A Team, Not A Unicorn | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 002

    Most buyer's agents burn out trying to do everything themselves. Scott Aggett took the opposite approach — he broke the buyer's agent role into specialist functions, hired to his weaknesses, and built Green Shoots Property into one of Australia's most systematic buyer's agencies. In this episode of Buyers Agent Mastery, Scott pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to scale a buyer's agent business beyond the founder. He shares the segmentation model that freed him from being the bottleneck, the data-driven method he uses to identify property hotspots before they heat up, and why 90% of his clients come back — without a marketing machine behind him. You'll also hear the hard stuff: why he had to cut his team from eight to seven after a revenue hit, the "suck it and see" reality of building systems that took far longer than planned, and what happens when new competitors "drop their pants" on fees. Episode Highlights01:15 - Meet Scott Aggett 03:56 - Learning Without Mentors 06:00 - Hiring to Your Weaknesses 08:52 - When Growth Happens Too Fast 10:24 - Why Buyer's Agents Should Specialise 14:05 - Building a Team That Challenges You 17:23 - Finding Your Niche and Offer 23:13 - Pricing, Marketing & Winning Clients 29:50 - Choosing the Right Clients 31:44 - What Makes a Sustainable Buyer's Agency? 33:14 - Can Great Sales Agents Become Great Buyer's Agents? 36:57 - Key Takeaways: Hiring, Culture & Referrals About the GuestScott Aggett is one of Australia's most experienced property professionals, with more than 30 years in the industry and over 4,000 property transactions completed across Australia, the UK, and Asia. Before founding Green Shoots Property, Scott built and successfully exited Hello House, Australia's first negotiation-as-a-service business. His background spans real estate sales, property investment, negotiation, and business leadership, giving him a unique perspective on both property markets and company growth. Today, as Founder and Director of Green Shoots Property, Scott helps investors build long-term wealth through data-driven strategy, suburb selection, asset analysis, and expert negotiation. Known for his practical approach, strong leadership philosophy, and focus on client outcomes, Scott has become a respected voice among buyer's agents looking to build sustainable, scalable businesses. Connect with ScottScott Aggett (LinkedIn) Scott Aggett (Website) Green Shoots Property (Website) Green Shoot’s LinkedIn Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey➡️Visit our website Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.

    Scott Aggett: Build A Team, Not A Unicorn | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 002
  10. Jun 29

    Bryce Holdaway & Veronica Morgan: From TV Hosts to Industry Leaders | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 001

    Before podcasts, social media, and buyer's agency became mainstream, Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan were helping clients navigate property markets around Australia. Their paths first crossed during the auditions for Location Location Location Australia, launching a professional relationship that has now come full circle. In this launch episode of Buyers Agent Mastery, Bryce and Veronica unpack their individual journeys, the lessons they learned building two very different businesses, and the challenges facing today's buyers agent industry. They discuss why buyers agency isn't a side hustle, how professional standards have slipped in recent years, and what separates sustainable businesses from short-term operators. Along the way, they share the mistakes, mentors, and turning points that shaped their careers. Whether you're starting your first buyers agency, growing beyond your first few clients, or building a scalable business, this episode provides the foundation for what's ahead in the Buyers Agent Mastery journey. Episode Highlights00:54 – How Two Industry Veterans Joined Forces 02:42 – The TV Show That Changed Everything 04:21 – What National TV Taught Them About Property 06:44 – Every Great Buyers Agent Needs a Mentor 10:41 – Building Businesses After the Cameras Stopped 16:29 – The Biggest Problem Facing Buyers Agents 24:55 – The Business Framework Every BA Should Know 27:22 – The Roadmap for Every Stage of Growth 29:07 – Why This Podcast Is Different 30:33 – One Final Message for Every Buyers Agent About the HostWith more than four decades of combined experience in property, Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan have helped shape Australia's buyers agent industry from the ground up. Long before buyer’s advocacy became widely recognised, both were building successful businesses, educating consumers, and championing higher professional standards across the profession. Bryce is Partner and Director of Property Advisors at Empower Wealth, where he has helped grow the business into one of Australia's leading property advisory firms. Best known as co-host of Location Location Location Australia and co-host of The Property Couch podcast, Bryce has spent decades helping Australians make smarter property decisions while mentoring the next generation of buyers agents through proven systems and business leadership. Veronica is Founder and Director of Good Deeds Property Buyers and has been representing home buyers and property investors for more than 20 years. A former Vice President of the Real Estate Buyers Agents Association of Australia (REBAA), she has become one of the industry's strongest advocates for ethical practice, professional standards, and education. Veronica is also the author of Auction Ready and creator of one of Australia's leading mentoring programs for aspiring buyers agents. Together, Bryce and Veronica bring decades of real-world experience, countless client success stories, and lessons learned from building, growing, and refining their own businesses. Through Buyers Agent Mastery, they're on a mission to help buyers agents build profitable, sustainable businesses while raising the standard of the profession for years to come. Build a profitable buyers agency - at every stage of the journey➡️Visit our website Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Buyers Agent Mastery for more real conversations about growth, systems, leadership, and what it actually takes to build a successful buyer's agency.

    Bryce Holdaway & Veronica Morgan: From TV Hosts to Industry Leaders | Buyers Agent Mastery Ep. 001

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Buyers Agent Mastery is the podcast for buyers agents who want to build a better business. Hosted by industry veterans Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan, each episode features candid conversations with some of Australia's most successful buyers agents, uncovering the real numbers, real mistakes, and real lessons behind building a profitable and sustainable agency. Whether you're just starting out, growing your client base, or scaling a team, you'll learn practical insights on marketing, sales, systems, hiring, leadership, and profitability from people who have actually done it. No theory. No fluff. Just proven strategies, hard-earned lessons, and actionable takeaways to help you grow your buyers agency with confidence. Real buyers agents. Real numbers. Real mistakes. What it actually takes to grow.