Brad Straughair Senior Buyers Agent – Melbourne
Brad Straughair
Senior Buyers Agent - Melbourne
Brad quietly celebrated 20 years in the property industry this year, bringing two decades of experience, insight, and a genuine client-first approach to every transaction. Known for his warmth, empathy, and authenticity, Brad builds strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and industry professionals alike, always focused on achieving the best outcome for those he works with.
Before entering property, Brad honed his skills in client-facing roles across insurance broking, sales, customer service, and even ran a marketing business, developing a strong foundation in negotiation, relationship-building, and delivering results.
Outside of work, Brad’s passions are as rich as his experience: he loves cooking and could have been a chef if not for the non-family-friendly hours, enjoys pairing music with a good wine, and can often be found on the golf course perfecting his swing.
Email: brad@pmcproperty.com.au
Mobile: 0459 601 310
What our clients have said about Brad
Client Testimonial
Jack D. – Buyer
“Brad and his team provided us everything we needed for a successful purchase in Melbourne as they took the approach to understand what was specifically important to us and our needs.
Not knowing the area ourselves, the PMC crew were equipped with extensive reporting, views and information on the future, and the local knowledge of professionals who had truly lived the area.
We were shocked at how quickly we had options in place, and even more so that all the leg work was handled so diligently. From video walk-throughs of prospects and comparison data, to real estate negotiation, we were updated every step of the way and confident we had a real representative in our corner.
What has stood out the most in our engagement – Brad and his team have continued to support us with Real Estate, trade contacts, and preparing the house well after our deal was done.
For the extremely personal and simplified approach, and the warmth and assistance post-sale, I highly recommend PMC.“
Client Testimonial
Emma. – Buyer
“We had a great experience working with Brad and Kit Ho from PMC Buyers Agent when buying an investment property in Melbourne.
They were knowledgeable, easy to deal with, and gave solid advice throughout the whole process. Their guidance at auction was especially valuable, and thanks to their strategy we were able to secure the property at a very good price.
They kept us updated the entire way, were always quick to respond, and made what can be a stressful process feel straightforward. We really appreciated their support and would happily recommend Brad and Kit Ho to anyone looking for help buying in Melbourne.”
Client Testimonial
Peter V. – Buyer
“I can’t speak highly enough of both Brad Straughair and Kit Ho from PMC Property Buyers Melbourne. I have used PMC before and once again I was provided an excellent service throughout the process. Great communication and a thorough understanding of the local property market resulted in securing an awesome investment property. Highly recommend.”
Client Testimonial
Steven. – Buyer
“We had a fantastic experience working with PMC Property Buyers Melbourne to secure our Melbourne property. Brad was exceptional throughout the entire process — professional, knowledgeable, and always prompt with communication. He kept us informed every step of the way, making what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable.
What stood out most was Brad’s integrity. He was honest, transparent, and genuinely had our best interests at heart at all times. We always felt we could trust his advice and guidance, which gave us real confidence in our decisions.
Thanks to Brad’s expertise and dedication, we were able to secure a great property and couldn’t be happier with the outcome. We highly recommend Brad and the team to anyone looking for a trustworthy and highly capable buyer’s advocate in Melbourne.”
Client Testimonial
Christian F. – Buyer
“We bought interstate and Brad and Kit made the whole process seamless. Great communication, honest advice, came in under budget, and were genuinely helpful well beyond just finding the property. Would recommend without hesitation.”
Past Purchases
Melbourne Property Articles & Insights
Our local Melbourne Buyers Agents regularly share property market insights, suburb knowledge and practical advice for buyers across Melbourne. From current market trends and suburb updates to buying strategies and property-related topics, our articles are designed to help you make more informed decisions when buying property in Melbourne.
Explore our latest Melbourne property insights below, and get in touch with our team if you have a question or would like to discuss the local market.
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