Valuation Guide

When and Why Should I Get a Property Valuation?

Whether you’re a first home buyer just browsing, ready to make an offer, an experienced seller, or an investor planning your next move—getting the right valuation at the right time can save money, reduce risk, and unlock opportunities.

For First Home Buyers For Experienced Buyers & Sellers For Investors
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Basic Quick estimate for browsing Desktop Reported value for decisions Certified Formal, lender-accepted
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For First Home Buyers

Buying your first place is exciting—and a bit daunting. A valuation can help you avoid overpaying and fast-track finance.

When
  • When you’re browsing and want realistic price guides
  • Before making an offer to confirm value aligns with your budget
  • When your lender may accept a valuation to speed approval
Why
  • Avoid overpaying in competitive markets
  • Understand deposit, LVR, and borrowing power against true value
  • Gain confidence to negotiate or walk away
Basic I’m just looking—give me a quick estimate Desktop I’m close to buying—show me a report with data

Tip: Use a Desktop valuation to sanity-check the price before you commit.

Which type suits you?
Basic Fast estimate

Great for learning the market while browsing suburbs and shortlisting properties.

Desktop Report & supporting data

Ideal before offers—evidence you can rely on for negotiations.

Certified Formal valuation

Required when a lender or adviser needs a full, bank-grade report.

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For Experienced Buyers & Sellers

You know timing matters. A fresh valuation keeps decisions sharp—and emotions in check.

When
  • Before listing to set the right asking price
  • Before purchasing to negotiate confidently
  • When refinancing or restructuring loans
Why
  • Evidence-based pricing reduces costly missteps
  • Independent view counters anchoring and bias
  • Recognised by agents, advisers, and lenders
Desktop Fast insights for pricing & negotiation Certified Formal, lender-accepted report
Recommended Path
  1. Get a Desktop Valuation to set expectations quickly.
  2. Upgrade to Certified when a bank-grade report is required.
Learn about Desktop Learn about Certified

Tip: Use Desktop early to shape your pricing and marketing strategy.

For Property Investors

Track performance, unlock equity, and plan the next acquisition with clear, current valuations.

When
  • Assessing equity to fund your next purchase
  • Refinancing across a portfolio
  • Annual performance reviews and SMSF compliance
Why
  • Reveal untapped equity and borrowing capacity
  • Benchmark properties against market movement
  • Support tax, SMSF, and wealth strategies
Desktop Portfolio checks & quick equity insights Certified For lender acceptance & formal needs
Equity Snapshot

Not sure where to start? Run a Desktop valuation on each property to build a simple equity view, then certify only where required.

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The Bottom Line

  • Just browsing? Choose Basic for a quick estimate.
  • About to buy or sell? Use Desktop for fast, data-backed confidence.
  • Need lender acceptance? Go Certified for a formal, bank-grade report.
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Common Questions

We are working with many lenders accept our Certified valuations. Desktop valuations are great for decision-making and negotiations; if your lender requires a formal report, choose Certified and if in doubt simply drop us a message or email.

Basic is near-instant, Desktop is typically fast turnaround, and Certified timings depend on the property and lender requirements. You’ll see indicative ETA at checkout.