#170 — The Biggest Mistakes Property Buyers Make (And How Buyers Agents Fix Them)
Tue Feb 03 2026
In this episode, we sit down with Tristan from Tomii Buyers Agents to break down the most common (and costly) mistakes property buyers make — and what experienced buyers agents do differently.
We unpack why so many buyers get stuck in the market for 12–24 months, how the “unicorn property” mindset quietly destroys buying power, and why indecision is one of the most expensive mistakes buyers make in rising markets.
Tristan shares real client stories from the field, including:
How unrealistic expectations and overextended briefs stall purchases
Why compromise is not failure — and how professionals choose what to compromise on
The hidden risks buyers miss when they skip due diligence
Why a $650 decision can prevent six-figure mistakes
How buyers agents extract critical information from selling agents that most buyers never ask for
If you’re buying property, or planning to help others do so - this episode will fundamentally change how you approach the process.
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In this episode, we sit down with Tristan from Tomii Buyers Agents to break down the most common (and costly) mistakes property buyers make — and what experienced buyers agents do differently. We unpack why so many buyers get stuck in the market for 12–24 months, how the “unicorn property” mindset quietly destroys buying power, and why indecision is one of the most expensive mistakes buyers make in rising markets. Tristan shares real client stories from the field, including: How unrealistic expectations and overextended briefs stall purchases Why compromise is not failure — and how professionals choose what to compromise on The hidden risks buyers miss when they skip due diligence Why a $650 decision can prevent six-figure mistakes How buyers agents extract critical information from selling agents that most buyers never ask for If you’re buying property, or planning to help others do so - this episode will fundamentally change how you approach the process. Website: https://www.tomii.com.au/ Achieve Financial Freedom & Transform Your Career by Becoming a Buyer’s Agent: https://buyersagentinstitute.com.au Join our FREE property group @ https://www.facebook.com/groups/630201924257307 Check out our reviews @ https://www.facebook.com/buyersagentinstitute/reviews