Independent Property Advisory · Australia
Locate Negotiate is an independent, fully licensed property advisory business, working exclusively for our clients across residential, commercial and specialised property services. Our clients’ interests always come first. Expert guidance on your side.
A quick word from our Managing Director on how Locate Negotiate works for you, and only you.
Our Services
Whether you’re buying, selling, leasing or seeking independent property advice — we work exclusively for you. Expert guidance on your side.
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For Buyers Residential Buyer’s AgentFull search and acquisition, negotiate-only, Guided Purchase Advisory and auction bidding — four ways to have an expert in your corner when buying property. |
For Business Commercial Buyer’s AgentIndependent commercial property acquisition — from identifying opportunities to negotiating the right price on commercial assets, retail, industrial and development sites. |
For Tenants Commercial Tenant RepresentationExpert lease negotiation, rent benchmarking and incentive management — ensuring businesses secure the right premises on the right terms. |
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For Sellers Vendor AdvocacyIndependent representation for property sellers — working with you to select the right agent, manage the campaign and negotiate the best outcome, at no additional cost. |
Property Advisory Consulting & AdvisoryStandalone advisory engagements for clients who need independent property counsel — market assessments, SMSF property advice, due diligence and strategic guidance. |
For Families Aged Care AssistSensitive, family-first property guidance for families navigating aged care transitions — helping manage the sale or transition of a family home with care and expertise. |
The Difference
100% IndependentWe receive no commissions from agents or developers. Our only obligation is to our client — which means our advice is always genuinely independent. |
37+ Years of ExpertiseJohn Gibson’s decades of experience across residential, commercial and specialised property means you benefit from knowledge that can’t be shortcut. |
Off-Market AccessThrough 37+ years of industry relationships, we regularly access properties before they’re publicly listed — giving our clients a significant advantage. |
Hard NegotiationWe negotiate property transactions professionally every week. That experience and discipline produces consistently better outcomes for our clients. |
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About John Gibson 37+ Years Working Exclusively for Property ClientsJohn Gibson founded Locate Negotiate after more than a decade running his own successful real estate business — covering residential and commercial sales, auction campaigns and property development. He saw firsthand how rarely buyers and sellers had genuinely independent expertise on their side. Today, Locate Negotiate works exclusively for its clients — never for agents, developers or vendors on the other side of a transaction. With over $1 billion in property transactions and a reputation built entirely on referred business, John and the team bring the same rigour and independence to every engagement. $1B+
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Client Stories
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“Working with John Gibson truly transformed our property search. His extensive experience and strategic know-how, paired with his exceptional negotiation skills, helped us land our dream property. You can’t do better than Locate Negotiate.” Stuart and Monica K. |
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“It was great working with John. He had local knowledge, good advice and connections that eventuated in a successful property purchase. We were able to gain access to an off-market opportunity. He communicated well and was very supportive throughout.” Candice Komazec — Google Review |
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“I’m convinced we saved a lot of money by using Locate Negotiate. We didn’t have the experience or the skills when it came to property negotiations and determining what a property is worth. Brilliant service!” F & L Reardon |
Talking Property with John Gibson
John hosts Australia’s sharpest property podcast — real conversations with well-known Australians about property, investment and what they’d do with money in today’s market.
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Mark Bouris BUSINESS ICON & FINANCE AUTHORITY Mark Bouris joins John to talk money, property, risk and the thinking behind making smarter decisions in today’s market. |
Laura Jayes Sky News Anchor & Political Journalist From her first apartment to a $3 million question — Laura’s sharp, honest take on property investing and what she’d do differently. |
Wayne Pearce Rugby League Legend & Businessman, OAM Wayne shares his approach to trading property strategically — and why buying and selling with discipline is the key to long-term wealth. |
Jim Wilson Veteran Broadcaster & Media Personality Jim’s first investment, a pivotal conversation with his sister, and the strategy that shaped his approach to property ever since. |
Common Questions
Locate Negotiate is an independent, fully licensed property advisory business offering six specialist services: residential buyer’s agent, commercial buyer’s agent, commercial tenant representation, vendor advocacy, consulting & advisory, and aged care assist. All services are delivered independently — we work exclusively for our clients with no conflicts of interest.
An independent buyer’s agent represents the purchaser — not the vendor — throughout the property buying process. Unlike a selling agent whose job is to maximise the sale price for the vendor, a buyer’s agent works exclusively for the buyer. At Locate Negotiate, we have no commercial relationships with selling agents or developers, which means our advice is completely unbiased.
Vendor advocacy is an independent service for property sellers. Rather than going directly to a selling agent, a vendor advocate manages the entire sale process on your behalf — selecting the right agent, overseeing the campaign, and negotiating the best outcome. Locate Negotiate’s vendor advocacy service is available in most cases at no additional cost, as our fee is shared from the selling agent’s commission.
Yes. Locate Negotiate works with clients purchasing and selling property across Australia. John Gibson has over 37 years of experience in both NSW and QLD markets, and regularly works with interstate and remote clients who need a trusted expert on the ground.
Through 37+ years of industry relationships, we regularly hear about properties before they’re listed publicly. Many Locate Negotiate clients secure properties that were never advertised on Domain or realestate.com.au — giving them access to opportunities most buyers never see.
Every engagement starts with a free, no-obligation consultation. We’ll take the time to understand your situation, explain how we can help and recommend the most appropriate service for your needs. You can book online, call us on 1300 008 006 or email enquiries@locatenegotiate.com.au.
Recent Work
Real outcomes for real clients — a few recent engagements across our services.
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Residential Buyer’s Agent Investment Acquisition — Spring FarmA busy professional needed a low-maintenance investment with strong rental demand and no strata. We identified, assessed and negotiated a freestanding home in Spring Farm — targeting infrastructure growth near Western Sydney Airport and the Bradfield City precinct. |
Residential Buyer’s Agent Investment Acquisition — CaringbahA time-poor professional sought an investment apartment in Cronulla or Caringbah with strong growth prospects and rental demand. We identified on- and off-market opportunities, managed due diligence and negotiated a strong outcome on their behalf. |
Vendor Advocacy Luxury Apartment Sale — PyrmontA rural-based client needed to sell her luxury Pyrmont apartment with limited Sydney contacts and uncertainty about market conditions and agent selection. We managed the entire campaign — from agent selection through to settlement — delivering a strong result with minimal stress. |
Get Started Today
Every engagement starts with a free conversation. Tell us what you’re trying to achieve — we’ll tell you honestly how we can help.
