Client Views

“Having sold another property about 15 months ago, the two experiences could not have been more different.  Paul kept the process simple and uncomplicated.  Expectations were appropriate and were met.  There were no surprises.  Most importantly, we were pleased with the outcome at auction, which was managed really well.

Private Client

“Very helpful involvement as no one was present in the lead up to and the auction itself – the process was made very easy and stress free.  Much appreciated”

Vendor

“Very emotional time for me with the sale of my late parent’s home.  Not confident to deal with the sale without assistance.  APPS(Paul) provided that guidance and assistance throughout the process.  Thank you”

Return Vendor

“From the outset we were in the best of hands with Paul. Your comparable sales data was spot on and the property realised just over range so very happy.  Loved your auction spiel analogy of the “country dance” to get your bidders upon the dance floor.”

Amanda Newton & Antonia George – Executors

“Great help in guiding inexperienced Vendors through the sale process and selection of Agent”

Executors

“Created a seamless process in preparing for the sale and up to the Auction itself.  Informative and supportive throughout the process.  Selling the family home is often a stressful time and Paul managed the process and achieved the desired outcome on Auction Day.  Paul’s friendly and welcoming approach mad it quite easy to deal with him.”

Walter Dinale – Executor

“Considering the emotional circumstances of this sale for me, APPS involvement was very pleasant and very professional.  Paul was fantastic as the auctioneer, he was in control and handled everything from start to finish and was able to get us a fantastic result.  I would highly recommend.

Jo Heafield – Executor

“Much greater than expectations.  Your involvement is already of the highest degree and will be really difficult to improve”

Dr Choo, Repeat Client

“1. Handling the tenants and us sensitively.  2. Advise on timing of sale, appearance of place. 3. With regular consultation at home. 4. Honesty about the value of the property.  4. Helping us throughout the whole process with your guidance eg selection of agent.”

General Vendor

“I found your service most commendable and had confidence in your experience and expertise.  It took a great deal of pressure off me and I would gladly recommend this service to others”

Denise McDonald

“The selling process was done in an efficient manner.  From our first meeting to the final sale.  Paul adhered to the time lines which I set and I was confident that our goal would be met on the day.  Thank you for making the process run smooth”

Susan Coldrey, Vendor

“Very professional, reassuring and achieved the desired outcome.  You understood the emotional side of the sale which we appreciated very much”

Patricia Coghlan, Executor

“Thank you Paul, was done professionals with just the right amount of “light heartedness”.  More than happy with the starting amount and amount achieved.  Auctioneer/Real Est. people combined – most co-operative and helpful.  Would happily recommend to others.  Fantastic service”

Peggy Lynch, Executor

“Thank you Paul for your courteous and respectful manner.  We were extremely fortunate to have Paul act as our Vendor’s Advocate.  His advice was fantastic, explaining all the options clearly and keeping us well informed throughout the process.  Paul’s expertise ensured a smooth and successful sale process”

Executor

“Being unfamiliar with buying or selling real estate, my solicitor suggested engaging a vendor advocate.  I couldn’t have been happier with the work done by Paul! Paul is friendly and has outstanding knowledge of the real estate industry, which immediately set me at ease.  He explained the process clearly and concisely and was always available to answer any questions.  With Paul conducting the auction, I felt confident of achieving a positive result and was very pleased with the final selling price.  I would certainly recommend Paul’s services to anyone selling a property”

Janice Addicott & Colin Pike – Executors

“Excellent Pre-Sales Advice, good liaison with service providers including Estate Agents & Cleaners.  Auction was superb.  Thanks for making it so easy & profitable”

David Elias – Executor

“Very positive experience.  Paul was pro-active and friendly and the job got done with a minimum of fuss”

Steven Amendola – General Vendor

“Brilliant service!  Using Australian Professionals Property Service (APPS) really took a lot of the stress out of selling my deceased mother’s property.  We had never heard of a Seller’s Advocate before, however, when our Solicitor suggested it, we jumped at the chance to employ APPS’s services.

The fact that Paul Doherty had contacts within the Real Estate industry saved my wife and I so much time and effort, as we did not live close by.  Also, Paul putting us in touch with a maintenance man was of great assistance with regards to tidying up the property in readiness for Auction.

During the final meeting prior to the Auction, Paul allayed our fears (having never been involved with the Auction process before) explaining how the day’s proceedings would play out.  On the day, Paul was also our Auctioneer and his wealth of skills and knowledge helped to achieve a great outcome, despite the tough Auction crowd.

Paul is extremely personable and we got along exceptionally well with him from our very first meeting.  We let ourselves be guided by him and trusted his opinions and judgements totally.  We thoroughly recommend this service to others and are happy to speak with any potential clients considering using this option.”

Paul & Janelle Fribence – Executor

“Very professional, excellent agency selection, whole process very well managed, would definitely use your services again”

Allen Battye, Executor

“Paul is an absolute professional with a reassuring and genuine approach to handling all matters in preparing a property for sale.  On top of that, the ability to achieve such great sales results, speaks volumes of his experience and industry knowledge.  Our family are ecstatic with the sale result.”

Greg O’Shea, Power of Attorney

“Paul has great experience and that translates into sage advise.  The result was a very well handled sale process which made my role very much easier”

Ray Wolfers, Executor

“Very happy with the sales campaign.  The auction was conducted by Paul himself.  It was short and sharp, generated great momentum and an even better result”

Andrew Meiliunas, Vendor

“Thank you so much for your assistance in the successful purchase of our apartment, in particular your brilliant performance at the auction!”

Purchaser

“I think the effort in the prep of the overall was excellent and on the day great result”

Gary Wigley – Executor

“These comments are to express our absolute gratitude to Paul Doherty for all the service and care that Allan and I received during the sale and purchase of our new home, we cannot thank you enough.  Felt at ease knowing that everything was taken care of without all the stress.  Thanks for everything Paul”

Gilla & Allan Mann – Vendor

“Like your friendly manners”

Diane Shaw – General Vendor

“The death of my brother thrust me into the situation of having to sell his home.  I had no knowledge of the sequence of events relating to this and Paul was able to confidently guide me through and advise on presentation etc.  I was extremely grateful that he was able to sign on my behalf when it became evident that I would be unable to attend the auction.  Paul was always available to answer questions at any time, and appeared to have a deep knowledge of area, values, estate agents, methods of sale etc. He has a unique way of providing information in a sympathetic manner, yet with assurance and strength”

Jennifer Ayling – Executor

“Co-ordination in all areas of the sale was very helpful.  Auction ran very well as well”

Executors

“The experience of selling our property in Armadale, which has been in the family for 92 years, was made so much less stressful through our complete confidence in the knowledge that we were in the hands of the experts!  We can attest to the expert service, advice, communication and overall excellence provided to us by Paul Doherty, Director, Australian Professionals Property Service”

Judy Walsh, Executrix

“I would like to thank you for your excellent work in arranging for the sale of the property and for conducting the auction.  You were very easy to deal with and often went beyond the call of duty.  The result was clearly well beyond what was expected.  your help in quickly disposing of this property has meant that, amazingly, we have been able to dispose of everything in less than two months after probate and less than three months after passing.  This has lifted a great burden from us and has enabled us to go away without having anything hanging over us while we are away.”

Administrator

“Paul Doherty is very knowledgeable and across all aspects of real estate.  His manner was at all times professional and courteous.  Very happy with his services and the sale results he obtained for me”

Daniela Traficante, General Vendor

“Obviously very pleased with the result.  Sale involved almost no effort on my part, which was good in the circumstances.  Happy with the choice of agent, one I would certainly not have been aware of or chosen.  Also happy with the process, amount of communication, information and advice/guidance provided”

General Vendors

“Our faith in Peter Bourbaud’s expert professional advice on all issues, both large and small, regarding the preparation and presentation of our house for sale was greatly rewarded.  Peter’s contacts on our our behalf with the landscaper and Estate Agent were invaluable.  Thanks Peter, we could not have done it without you!”

David & Edith Collyer, General Vendors

“We are very happy with the smooth way that the sale was handled”

Jim Howe, Executor

“A very positive professional yet personal service was provided.  We were fully informed of all aspects of the sale – before during and after the auction, leaving the family completely satisfied”.

Maisie Larcombe, General Vendor

“Paul was extremely well informed on the property market.  He took the time and made the effort to research our property before we even signed on with him.  Very impressive! We chose Paul as our Auctioneer with complete confidence.  Paul finds the Estate Agent with the best track record and works in conjunction with them.  Our net result? A higher than hoped for offer PRE Auction!  Positive results all round.  Thank you”

Lorelle Ironside, Executrix

“Extremely pleased with the result! Great to have all the details handled wiht expertise and respect and straight talking!  All done seamlessly from my point of view”

General Vendor

“Can’t believe how everything ran so smoothly thanks to Paul.  Everything he said he would do, he did.  Feedback from the Agent was received promptly after every ‘open for inspection’ and the final result was outstanding.

Executor

“A quick and efficient marketing campaign.  An above average sales price”

Mr A Meiliunas, Beneficiary

“The sale process was handled very professionally and we really appreciated Peter Bourbaud’s assistance.  He helped us to choose the agent, negotiate the commission fee and arranged & co-ordinated various trades people in order to prepare our property for sale.  His help on Auction day was also very appreciated.  We were extremely pleased with his involvement in the sale of our house”

Mr & Mrs Aplin, General Vendors

“The ultimate sale of our home when failing health made it an urgent matter was made possible and less stressful due to the friendly and understanding skills of Paul”

Mr P moving to nursing home

“As an older person I am very satisfied with all the help I was given and I wish to thank you very much”

Mr M moving to retirement village

“Nice to have an intermediary to help negotiate with the Agent”

Rob Ewart, General Vendor

“Being located interstate (relative to property) and the executor of this property ‘APPS’ provided just the services I required.  They were totally professional, offered frequent and detailed communication and culminated in an excellent result.  Thank you”

John Shelley, Exector

“Always available to give advice when requested and willing to take the details in hand”

Executor

“Very friendly and professional.  Listened to my concerns.  Gave realistic advice.  Kept me up to date throughout the process.  Made the preparation of the property worry free for me by arranging for honest and trustworthy maintenance personnel”

Executor

“It was so nice to have Paul’s expert advice and to leave all the time consuming work of finding the right agent in his hands.

I found his service very professional and would certainly use it again.”

Marj Browne – Executrix