Trusted buyer advocates helping you secure the right property

Buyer's Agent Melbourne
& Mornington Peninsula

Let us do what we do best, so we can get the best result for you

Whether you’re searching in Melbourne’s competitive inner suburbs or the lifestyle-driven Mornington Peninsula region, we guide you every step of the way. At Orium & Co, our mission transcends transactions; we're here to empower you on your journey to finding your dream property. We proudly support home buyers across Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula with dedicated advocacy and local expertise. Understanding that purchasing a property is a deeply personal and emotional endeavour, we prioritise a deep understanding of your aspirations and needs. With us by your side, you can focus on what truly matters to you, confident that we'll turn your vision into reality with grounded advice and dedicated support.

Best possible price

Off market opportunities

Save time & money

Seamless & stress free

Fulfilling experience

Our Services

Gold

Our most comprehensive service, designed for clients who want exclusive access to off-market opportunities. We source properties through our vast network and manage every step - analysing price/property/position, conducting thorough due diligence, viewing properties and expert negotiation of price and terms. We liaise closely with your professional team broker, connecting you with our trusted network if required, supporting you all the way to settlement and beyond.

Silver

Designed for buyers who want expert support to find and secure the right property. We take care of the sourcing - researching, identifying, and shortlisting options that align with your goals. We attend inspections, evaluate price, negotiate or bid at auction, and oversee all aspects of due diligence. Throughout the process, we draw on our incredible network of aligned professionals to ensure a seamless and supported experience from search to settlement.

Bronze

Ideal for buyers who have found a property and want expert guidance to secure it with confidence. We evaluate the property, conduct thorough due diligence - including contract reviews, building and pest inspections, and identifying potential risks - while also assessing value and negotiating the best price and terms, and bidding at auction if required. We ensure the process is seamless, connecting you with our incredible network of aligned professionals if needed.

The Buying Process

Our simple ‘Midas Touch’ model ensures our clients experience a high quality service, with exceptional results,  unparalleled in the industry.

We support home buyers across Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula through every step of the process.

  • Our journey commences with the establishment of a deep personal connection, delving into your aspirations, values, lifestyle, and the property you envision, crafting a comprehensive understanding of your unique vision, which becomes the cornerstone of our partnership, guiding every decision and action we take together, ensuring that your dreams and desires are not just understood but meticulously integrated into a clear, collaborative roadmap.

  • Our mission is to unearth off-market and pre-market properties, meticulously curating a short list of properties customised for you, by leveraging our extensive network and solid relationships with agents throughout Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula. Our research provides in-depth insights that empower you to make decisions with confidence. We walk beside you every step of the way, accompanying or inspecting properties on behalf of you. Together we explore, learn, and refine our search, drawing closer to finding the perfect match for you.

  • Your peace of mind is paramount. That's why we leave no stone unturned in our due diligence efforts. From thorough market appraisals to meticulous inspections, we ensure that every facet of your potential investment undergoes rigorous examination. Our unwavering commitment to transparency and integrity means you can proceed with confidence, armed with all the information needed to make informed decisions.

  • Negotiating on your behalf is more than just a skill; it's an art. We are adept at navigating negotiation complexities, but more importantly, we approach each interaction with genuine care and a desire to see you succeed. Whether it's an off market opportunity, private sale, expressions of interest, or an auction setting, we have been involved in hundreds of negotiations, so you can feel safe in our hands.

  • We walk beside you every step of the way, shouldering the responsibilities, handling complexities, communicating with agents, negotiating, allowing you to focus on what truly matters to you. Our extensive network also connects you with hand-selected professionals in finance, law, building/architecture, and more, ensuring you have access to the best professionals, people, and support every step of the way.

  • Buying a home transcends mere transactional exchanges—it's a pivotal life event. At Orium & Co, we infuse every step of the process with our touch, one that weaves care, consideration, integrity, honesty and genuine connection. It is this lasting touch that you will remember.

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“Our 'MIDAS Touch' model ensures your home-buying journey is as seamless as it is successful”

Success Stories

  • Lisa

    Lisa + Damien provided me with an outstanding amount of support, consideration and guidance in purchasing my gorgeous new home in Flinders. Truly a dream come true! They guided me with honesty, integrity, compassion and so much kindness and market wisdom. I honestly don't know how I would have flowed through this process with so much ease and confidence without them! Everyone should have this incredible team walking beside them through this journey!!!

  • William

    I engaged Damien Sweeney to sell my property in Toorak, he immediately made me feel at ease. The process was seamless & professional. Due to his advice the end result was well beyond my expectations. I would not hesitate to recommend him for any property matters.

  • Diane

    It was a delight to have Lisa sell our family home. She was warm and generous with her time taking a keen interest in understanding what this house meant to us. She was aware of the numerous gems waiting to be discovered by potential buyers and was very astute in her follow up. Lisa desired the very best for us and kept us informed snd supported at all times. Added to this, we had a great result snd can sincerely recommend her.

  • Liam

    l used Damien when purchasing my house & found he was extremely helpful throughout the process particularly on the day it was auctioned as I wasn't able to attend the auction myself so to have his experience there made me more comfortable that I was being looked after.

  • Lisa

    Everyone should have this incredible team walking beside them through this journey!!! Their confidence and calm nature was just what I needed as they bid at auction on my behalf to secure my new home. I'm certain they saved me thousands + thousands with their experience and expertise! I would highly recommend both Lisa and Damien as they are a wonderful team and I would engage them to advocate for me time and time again. What a wonderful experience!

  • Carmelita

    I first meet Damien Sweeney a year prior to selling my home on The Strand at Newport. During that year I found Damien to be approachable, knowledgeable in the real estate industry. His professionalism made him stand out, plus he was empathetic to my needs meeting all my criteria. Damien's contacts throughout the southern and beachside suburbs, ensured his marketing campaign covered the diversity of suburbs that would give us the best opportunity for the result we desired. Damien's negotiating skill when the buyers surfaced was impressive and to my delight obtained the highest price paid for a property in the Newport/ Williamstown areas. This record price was held for several years. Thank you, Damien.

  • Ann Marie

    Lisa and Damien were an absolute dream to partner with. As my Buyer's Advocates, their deep market insight, strategic negotiation skills, and long-standing industry relationships helped me re-engage and secure an off-market property at a fantastic price. Their expertise, integrity and seamless approach made the entire process feel easeful - something I believe is rare in real estate.
    It was only natural to then engage them as my Vendor Advocates. From agent interviewing, selection, marketing, and pricing strategy to presentation and negotiation, they guided me with unwavering support, always ensuring a high level of communication and the right professionals around me, to feel confident in every decision. Their true client-first approach, depth of knowledge and ability to simplify the process gave me absolute trust in them.
    Lisa and Damien operate with a level of care, integrity, and expertise that is truly rare. I cannot recommend them highly enough!

  • Michael

    We can’t thank Lisa enough for going above and beyond to help us secure our forever home. With just 90 minutes to make an offer, we felt completely unprepared—but Lisa (not knowing us before this call) stepped in with expertise, care, and urgency. She quickly assessed our situation, spoke with the agent on our behalf, and gave us a clear strategy, allowing us to move forward with confidence and clarity.Without her, we would have overpaid or missed out entirely. What truly stood out was Lisa’s integrity - despite us initially misunderstanding the fee, she didn’t hesitate to help when we needed it most. If you’re buying or selling and want someone who genuinely has your best interests at heart, Lisa is the person you need in your corner. We are beyond grateful—thank you, Lisa!

  • Sarah

    "Lisa and Damien brought this rare blend of heart, depth of experience, and calm confidence. I couldn’t have navigated this chapter without them - and truthfully, I wouldn’t want to!

    This was the first time I’d ever sold a home on my own—and having already bought, the pressure was real. It could have felt completely overwhelming, but because I had incredible support and the BEST people around me, it wasn’t.

    Lisa and Damien were in my corner from day one. I handed over the reins with total trust, and they took care of every detail - shortlisting and interviewing agents, advising me on who to engage, advising on pricing, marketing and strategy, managing all the communication, and negotiating a sale that perfectly mirrored the terms I’d already committed to.

    Their partnership with the brilliant Jasmin Scott from Danckert Real Estate was seamless, and the conveyancer and broker they connected me with were outstanding. I truly felt like I had the dream team.

    To sell on the Mornington Peninsula in just 18 days, at a price and with terms I’m absolutely thrilled with, was such an incredible outcome.

    I now get to be excited about stepping into my next chapter!"

  • Jay & Natasha

    Orium & Co served as our buyer advocate and their expertise and diligence made the process so much smoother than if we had attempted it on our own. You can tell Lisa and Damien genuinely care about their clients and they went above and beyond to make sure we found the right home. I cannot recommend them highly enough!

  • Gareth & Amie

    We used Lisa and Damien to help us source a property in Prahan. We couldn't rate them highly enough. Very thorough, and they made sure everything ran smoothly all the way to key collection. 100% would recommend their services.

Let’s Connect

Speak with a Melbourne or Mornington Peninsula property advocate today

Call Lisa 0413 647 214 or Damien 0411 510 666 or enter your details below.

Frequently Asked Questions About Buyer Advocacy

  • A buyer’s advocate represents the buyer exclusively throughout the entire property journey. For Orium & Co clients, this means shaping a clear brief, searching across on-market, off-market and pre-market opportunities, assessing each property with due diligence, and guiding you from shortlist to settlement. We evaluate value, manage negotiations or auctions on your behalf, and ensure every decision is informed and strategic. The goal is simple: protect your interests and secure the right property, at the right price, without the stress or uncertainty of doing it alone.

  • Buyers often find that engaging a buyer’s advocate delivers significant value. You gain access to more properties, deeper market intelligence and objective advice in what is often an emotional process. Many clients tell us that the clarity, confidence and negotiation strength they receive far outweigh the cost of the service. A skilled advocate can help you avoid overpaying, identify better opportunities and secure a property you may not have been able to reach on your own. For most buyers, the experience is smoother, faster and ultimately more rewarding.

  • In Melbourne, buyer’s advocates typically charge either a fixed fee or a percentage of the purchase price, usually ranging between 1.2 and 2 per cent. Pricing varies depending on the level of support required, the type of property and the complexity of the search. At Orium & Co, fees are tailored to your brief so you only pay for the services you genuinely need. We are completely independent and transparent, with no commissions or incentives from selling agents. Your investment covers full advocacy from search to settlement.

  • Buyer’s advocates are paid directly by the buyer, which means their loyalty and priorities remain firmly aligned with your goals. They do not receive commissions or benefits from selling agents, developers or vendors. This independence is central to the role. It ensures your advocate is focused solely on helping you secure the right property on the best terms, with advice that is free from sales influence or external interests.

  • A skilled buyer’s advocate can often save buyers money by providing accurate price analysis, preventing emotional overbidding and negotiating with experience and strategy. Access to off-market and low-competition opportunities also reduces the pressure that drives prices upward. Many Orium & Co clients find that the financial benefit, combined with better property selection and fewer costly mistakes, more than offsets the fee. Savings aside, the long-term value of buying the right property is often the most powerful outcome.

  • The difference lies in representation. A selling agent works for the vendor and is paid to achieve the highest possible sale price. A buyer’s advocate works solely for the buyer and is engaged to secure the best result for them. Their objectives sit on opposite sides of the negotiation table. While the selling agent markets the property and manages competition, the buyer’s advocate brings strategy, objectivity and protection. They level the playing field by ensuring the buyer has expert guidance and someone negotiating with their interests front and centre.