Why should I use a buyer’s advocate instead of dealing directly with selling agents?
Selling agents legally represent the vendor — their role is to maximise the sale price, not protect your interests.
At Targa, we represent you and only you, ensuring:
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No conflicting agendas — our loyalty is 100% to you.
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Access to exclusive off-market opportunities other buyers never see.
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Data-driven valuations to prevent overpaying.
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Negotiation expertise to secure the right property at the right price.
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Seamless handling of legal, financial, and logistical details.
When dealing in the prestige market, this difference isn’t just helpful — it’s essential to secure the right property discreetly, efficiently, and on your terms.
What types of properties does Targa specialise in?
We focus exclusively on prestige and ultra-prestige properties, typically starting from $2 million, with most clients purchasing in the $5M–$50M+ range.
Our specialties include:
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Luxury family homes in blue-chip suburbs like Toorak, South Yarra, Brighton, Armadale, and Hawthorn.
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Exclusive penthouses and boutique developments.
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Lifestyle estates and waterfront residences nationally.
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Prestige investment assets with long-term growth potential.
Do you have access to off-market properties?
Absolutely. Up to 70% of the properties we secure are never publicly listed.
Our private network of Melbourne’s most trusted selling agents, developers, and vendors allows us to present you with:
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Quiet pre-market opportunities.
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Confidential negotiations with high-profile sellers.
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Prestige homes sold discreetly to a select few.
This is how our clients consistently acquire blue-chip properties ahead of the open market.
How do you maintain privacy and discretion?
Discretion is non-negotiable. Many of our clients are public figures, executives, and global investors.
We maintain absolute confidentiality through:
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Strict NDAs (non-disclosure agreements) with all parties.
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Encrypted, secure communications.
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Anonymous client profiles during negotiations when required.
Private inspections and off-record discussions to protect your identity. Your privacy is protected every step of the way.
How are your fees structured — and are they worth it?
A: Our fees are transparent and performance-driven:
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Upfront retainer: Secures exclusivity and prioritises your search.
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Success fee: Paid only upon unconditional purchase.
Most clients find that our fee quickly pays for itself, because we:
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Prevent costly mistakes by conducting watertight due diligence and contract reviews.
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Save hundreds of hours of wasted time viewing unsuitable properties.
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Negotiate with precision, often saving six figures on the purchase price.
We work with zero pressure and zero conflict of interest — unlike selling agents, we never accept referral commissions or kickbacks. Our sole focus is maximising your outcome, not ours.
Can you assist international or foreign buyers?
Yes — global acquisitions are one of our specialties.
We assist with:
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FIRB (Foreign Investment Review Board) applications and compliance.
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Navigating international tax and legal frameworks.
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Relocation planning, including introductions to top private schools and lifestyle clubs.
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Coordination of all logistics, from settlement to moving.
Many of our clients are expatriates returning home, global investors, or families relocating to Australia who need a trusted, experienced guide on the ground.
What’s the typical timeline to secure a property?
The average Australian buyer spends 44 weeks trying to secure their ideal home. Targa clients secure properties in a fraction of that time — often 8–16 weeks, and sometimes as little as 1 week, depending on the brief and budget.
By leveraging:
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Our private network of off-market listings,
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Our precision search systems, and
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Our ability to negotiate decisively,
We remove unnecessary delays, ensuring time isn’t wasted and opportunities aren’t lost.
For our clients, time truly is money, and we protect both.
How do you determine a property’s true value?
We combine cutting-edge data with decades of negotiation experience to determine fair value.
Our process includes:
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Access to the same platforms used by banks and valuers, including RP Data Pro, Stash BA, and ValEx.
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Deep market analysis to reveal hidden trends and risks.
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On-site inspections to uncover issues that might impact long-term value.
This means you’ll never overpay and every purchase is future-proofed.
What happens after settlement — do you help beyond the purchase?
Absolutely. Becoming a Targa client means ongoing support, not just a transaction.
Post-purchase services include:
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Connecting you with award-winning interior designers and stylists.
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Handling relocation logistics with top-tier removalists.
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Introducing you to exclusive schools, clubs, and networks.
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Advising on portfolio strategy, renovations, leasing, and resale planning.
We’re not just buying you a property — we’re curating a lifestyle.
Why choose Targa over other buyer’s agencies?
Because Targa is built for those who expect excellence:
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Global experience: Founder Alex Dicks brings 23+ years of elite real estate expertise, including leadership roles at Pam Golding Properties in South Africa.
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Prestige focus: We only work with $2M+ properties, ensuring a truly bespoke, high-level service.
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Motorsport heritage: Inspired by precision and performance, every step of our process is engineered for speed, accuracy, and results.
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Efficiency & value: We cut through the noise and handle every detail, saving you time, stress, and money.
With Targa, there are no high-pressure sales tactics — only calm, precise guidance designed to deliver exceptional outcomes.