Selling

Forearmed is forewarned , you need to have been there yourself, to understand it.

Introduction

Very few advocates have Rob’s agency experience. Before Advocacy, Rob spent a lifetime working as an agent. As an advocate, Rob is highly respected by his agency peers and it is this mutual respect that gives Rob a distinct advantage holding agents to account.

How does Vendor Advocacy work?

One of the most common questions Vendors ask is how much extra does it cost to have an Advocate. The answer is there is no additional cost. The commission is shared in the same way agents work together or when one agent refers a listing to another. The only difference is in the role I play as your advocate to make sure your interests are properly looked after.

How do you know which Agent is right?

Selecting a real estate agent can be a daunting experience. The interview is not about you, it is all about the agent, it is their show time. The problem is if you have not been through this process before, how do you know which agent is going to deliver the best outcome when they all talk the same? Or which agent is game enough to tell you the truth about what your home is really worth before the authority is signed?

This is when having an independent expert by your side really counts. Rob is one of Melbourne’s most experienced advocates who is not only well connected with the best agents, but knows how they behave and how best to safeguard your interests. That means you can be confident your agent does not under deliver on the sale of your house from the get-go.

What does a Vendor Advocate Do?

  • Without obligation, I will Inspect the property and provide independent advice on presentation, timing and all matters relating to selling
  • Shortlist the best real estate agents and their personnel for you to choose from
  • Invite the agents to submit their proposals
  • Analyse proposals and provide confidential independent recommendations and advice including striking out any unnecessary advertising
  • Attends Inspections, and where necessary, hold agents to account
  • Provide vendor with weekly updates of agent / buyer activity
  • Oversee all sales activity including attending the auction and handle all negotiations on your behalf
  • At all times, shield you from unnecessary sales pressure

Our Values

Professional

From Rob’s perspective professionalism is a measure of success, not a title. Rob’s clients always come 1st; he keeps them focused even when they lose sight of their goals or are overwhelmed by advice from other so called experts. Rob is a Pro.

Trusted

The term ‘advocate’ is derived from Latin meaning Counsellor, a person who supports and champions for his clients. It requires trust and respect which Rob has buckets . Relationships are built on trust, and his results are outstanding, you can count on that.

Experienced

You can not buy wisdom off the shelf. To know what is ahead takes years of experience. Like Chess, the game changers in Real Estate happen well before the final move is made. With over 30 years experience Rob will help you stay in front.

Direct

The shortest distance between two points is a straight line. Like the Colosseum, Real Estate is a maze, filled with intricate traps and a diverse network of corridors. Take the wrong path can be costly. Let Rob show you the best route home and avoid those fatal real estate traps.

Client Feedback

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Leah KmiecLeah Kmiec
21:21 24 Feb 25
My partner and I engaged Robert to assist us with buying a property. His knowledge of the market and connections within the real estate space were invaluable for this process. His auction strategy helped us buy our home for a great price, well under our budget. Thanks Rob!
Cassandra BarkmanCassandra Barkman
02:05 18 Feb 25
Rob provided a range of advice while my partner and I were in the process of buying our first home, and he was incredibly helpful, experienced, informed and connected. Would heartily recommend his services.
Matthew GreyMatthew Grey
23:45 16 Dec 24
Rob and Russel were pivotal in achieving a great result when selling our property. They handled the agents expertly (good to see agents held accountable for once) and their experience made everything a breeze. Looking forward to re-engaging them for buying.
Tokita AlisonTokita Alison
23:41 28 Nov 24
Rob Millar was a fantastic support as we sought to sell our 1920s home, somewhat run-down after a 39-year occupancy. He helped us choose a suitable agent, was hands-on at all stages of the selling process, and kept up our spirits with regular encouraging but also realistic reports. With his expert guidance we achieved an excellent result at auction. We really appreciated his property expertise combined with personal and emotional support.
John CerroneJohn Cerrone
10:41 21 Nov 24
This is the second property Rob has helped me sell. The latest one being an investment property held in my SMSF. It was a complicated and protracted process due to flamable cladding that needed to be replaced and the whole process was held up by COVID. From the time I appointed Rob right thru to settlement, Rob was always able to give his professional opinion and advice and that advice was based on his intimate knowledge of the market and it's trends, bends and curves. I would have no hesitation in recommending Rob to anyone seeking help in selling or buying a property. Thanks a bunch, Rob.
Rev Fr James GrantRev Fr James Grant
07:38 17 Sep 24
Rob was invaluable across the whole experience of selling my property but particularly in the initial set up phases. He was excellent in devising an appropriate strategy, researching the market around other similar properties in the area and setting a realistic price range. Rob was first class in communicating changes with regular updates on all outcomes as they developed. He has a relaxed manner which transferred to all those involved,- Agents Auctioneers and potential buyers. Rob was very relaxed and professional on auction day and his initial asaements from his earliest analysis all proved to be accurate on the day - a first class professional job
William StewartWilliam Stewart
04:16 18 Aug 24
We used Rob to help purchase our first home. He went above and beyond and provided in depth and accurate recommendations. Rob is very knowledgeable and has an excellent understanding of the property market. His indication on sale price was extremely accurate.I would recommend Rob to anyone searching for a new home.
Jackson MacraeJackson Macrae
07:59 10 Aug 24
Rob has been amazing in helping my partner and I purchase a house. Throughout the whole process Rob has been very approachable and hard working to get the best result for us.I have enjoyed getting to know Rob personally and have a greater understanding about real estate and the industry as a whole. After purchasing the property Rob has been a great soundboard to ask any questions and help us to know what is required for settlement. I would highly recommend using Rob's services.
Rob did a great job securing a property for us that wasn’t even on the market, and at a substantial discount to the vendor’s initial asking price. A straight shooter and really put the work in to get us the right result.
Henry MalingHenry Maling
02:55 17 Nov 23
Rob has acted for a number of my clients over the years. His very thorough and professional approach to managing the marketing of their properties has ensured that in all cases, my clients have been exceptionally happy with the price received for their homes, and I was reminded of this recently when he managed the “repositioning” of a client’s property in Albert Park where I have no doubt the price received was at least $150,000 higher that my client’s expectation.
Paul DipnallPaul Dipnall
02:11 21 Aug 23
Very helpful indeed in all matters relating to real estate . His sage advice assisted me .
Melinda HoltMelinda Holt
01:10 04 Aug 23
Rob was a sane and knowledgeable voice amongst lots of varied opinions. His vast experience, relaxed approach and focus really helped steer us through the selling process. Having someone of his experience to navigate the information, paper work and keeping the agents focused was invaluable.
Jenny PeteringJenny Petering
05:10 15 Jun 23
I spent over two years looking for a new apartment and during that time, Rob's experience and pragmatic approach were invaluable. He very patiently guided me through the process and offered sound advice at all times. I was delighted with the outcome. Then he helped me sell my old apartment as well! He is a great advocate to have by your side.
Rhonda MollicaRhonda Mollica
09:00 07 May 23
Rob shared with us his experience and knowledge of the property market. He was willing to spend time with us to help us understand the process. Rob presented the facts so we were more confident to make decisions. He constantly updated us on how the campaign was going. Rob offered great support and always had our best interest at heart. We would highly recommend him. Thanks Rob for helping to get a great price for our house.
Drew KingDrew King
07:58 13 Apr 23
Rob helped make the process of selling property easy and understandable, providing advice on selecting agents, contracts and market conditions. His advice was always timely, upfront and helpful. Would recommend to anyone who finds the process daunting.
Maria DoyleMaria Doyle
03:12 03 Mar 23
In selling our home, Rob has provided excellent guidance on timing, pricing and how to shift the strategy on selling our house in a challenging market. He assisted in sale of our home by provided invaluable advice about pricing, market analysis and contractual obligations. We will never sell a house again without first consulting Rob and highly recommend to anyone about to sell to use his services.
Ross ThomassonRoss Thomasson
05:04 12 Aug 22
As a first time seller in a difficult market Rob's assistance and expertise as an advocate was really invaluable throughout the process. He was able to remove the emotion and pressure from the experience, provided a lot of great insight and advice and always had a logical and rational outlook that comes from his years of experience. I'd recommend Rob highly to anyone looking to sell and will lean on him again when it comes time to buy my next house!
Karlie DurrantKarlie Durrant
01:20 19 May 22
Robert is a very experienced vendor's agent having worked in the industry over many years. His expertise and professionalism ensured that we maximised the sales result for our property. Working with Robert gave us peace of mind that we would get the best outcome, he helped us to navigate the selling process and we always felt he had our best interests at heart. He was a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend
Karin ButtKarin Butt
05:30 11 Apr 22
Our family used Rob to sell our mother’s house. It was not a straightforward sale but Rob was able to navigate us through the process seamlessly. We ended up with a much better price than we expected or would have been able to achieve ourselves.We can highly recommend Rob’s professionalism and ability to close the deal.
michael hendricksonmichael hendrickson
06:58 07 Jan 22
Whilst the estate agents were very professional & communicative, Rob provided a very useful, informative and neutral third party feedback of the selling process from start to finish.He was a great support throughout the process and would thoroughly recommend him.
Elizabeth CrouchElizabeth Crouch
04:56 26 Dec 21
Rob worked tirelessly to find the right property for me- in difficult times with lockdowns and a very volatile market. He was delightful to work with and I'm very happy with the outcome. Highly recommend.
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