Maximising Value. Managing Risk.

Many property owners engage Augusta Advisors because they believe their property may be worth substantially more than its current use but are uncertain how best to realise that value.

Some have been approached by a developer. Others believe there may be an opportunity to realise greater value from their property but are uncertain how best to assess that opportunity or achieve the best result. Many simply want experienced independent advice before making an important property decision.

Augusta Advisors helps property owners understand what a developer may be prepared to pay for their property, identify opportunities to increase value, develop the right strategy and, where required, remain involved through implementation.

Unlike nearly all professionals in the property market, we act exclusively for property owners, never developers.

Our Core Services

1. Understand Your Options

The first step in any important property decision is to understand the opportunity, the likely financial result from each available option and the risks involved.

We provide independent commercial advice to help owners assess how their property is likely to be assessed by developers, identify realistic opportunities to increase value and determine the strategy most likely to maximise financial returns while managing risk.

Our advice commonly includes:

  • Assessment of development potential.

  • Assessment of opportunities to increase the amount realised from the property.

  • Feasibility analysis for landowners using the same techniques as development companies.

  • Commercial assessment of alternative strategies.

  • Advice on the likely financial result of different options.

The result is a clear understanding of the opportunities available, what developers may be prepared to pay under different scenarios, the risks involved and the strategy most likely to produce the best financial result.

2. Develop the Right Strategy

Understanding the opportunity is only the starting point.

The critical question is how best to convert that opportunity into the best financial result.

Every property, owner and situation is different. The right strategy may involve redevelopment, negotiation with developers, a development partnership, collaboration with neighbouring owners, retaining the asset, securing replacement premises as part of a development transaction or another commercial approach.

Our role is to apply commercial judgement to determine the strategy most likely to maximise financial returns, protect the owner’s position and reduce the risk of avoidable mistakes before important commitments are made.

For private owners and businesses, that often means identifying the approach most likely to produce the strongest financial result. For churches, charities, clubs and other not for profit owners, it may also mean preserving long term operational security while realising value from underutilised property.

3. Implement the Strategy

A strong strategy is valuable only if it can be executed effectively.

Where requested, Augusta Advisors remains involved through implementation, guiding owners through negotiations, commercial decisions and transaction processes where experienced representation can materially affect the result.

Our involvement may include:

  • Negotiations with developers.

  • Representation in commercial discussions.

  • Assessment of offers and proposals.

  • Development partnerships and joint ventures.

  • Competitive transaction processes.

  • Coordination of specialist consultants.

  • Implementation of the agreed strategy.

We are particularly experienced in negotiating with developers. We understand how development companies assess opportunities, structure transactions, manage risk and seek to maximise their own returns.

That experience helps our clients negotiate from a position of knowledge and strength.

The objective is not simply to progress a process. It is to protect the owner’s commercial position, maintain negotiating leverage and maximise the amount ultimately realised from the property.

Whether the objective is sale to a developer, a development partnership, a collective owner strategy, replacement premises, or another commercial result, our focus remains clear: achieving the best possible result for the property owner while managing risk throughout the process.

Augusta Advisors provides senior commercial advice to property owners facing important property and development decisions and remains capable of guiding those decisions from initial strategy through to implementation.

Who we work with

We help property owners understand opportunities, develop the right strategy and negotiate from a position of strength.

Every Important Property Decision Starts with the Right Advice

FAQs

Can you tell me about the development potential and development options for my property?

Absolutely. Evaluating the development potential and options for your property is a fundamental aspect of our services.

What type of properties do you have specific expertise in?

  • Development sites of all types. 

  • Most property sectors including mixed use, residential, commercial, retail, seniors/retirement, industrial, specialist disability accommodation and land subdivision. 

  • Properties of most types including privately owned properties, business properties, clubs, churches, charity properties, vacant properties, occupied investments and large and small properties.

In which geographical areas do you operate?

We primarily operate in the Sydney metropolitan area, but our expertise extends to regional New South Wales where we regularly assist with properties and projects.

A developer contacted me about my property can you help me maximise price and terms?

Yes, we are highly experienced in both maximising price and terms, and conducting successful negotiations with developers. We have a deep understanding of developers’ tactics and property assessment methods. This expertise enables us to show you how to effectively maximise your commercial position. We can assist you with negotiations or negotiate on your behalf.

I have a problem with my property that doesn’t relate to development of the property, can you provide advice about what to do?

Yes we can. We find solutions where others see challenges. If there is a good solution for your situation, we will find it.

Can you help me secure a development partner for my property?

Yes, we are a leading manager of property development partnerships for landowners in NSW.

Do you negotiate partnerships and joint ventures with developers on behalf of your clients?

We certainly do. We negotiate commercially favourable and reduced risk agreements with developers for our clients, ensuring that the terms are valuable and aligned with the client’s objectives.

Do you offer free initial guidance?

Yes we do.

Why do you offer free initial consultations?

  1. It allows you to determine if our services align with your needs.

  2. An early conversation helps us assess if we can effectively assist you. If not, it's best for both parties to realise this promptly.

  3. Our reputation benefits when we offer helpful guidance, even if we can't take on your project. We hope you'll recommend us to others.

Should I prepare detailed information about my property before our initial discussion?

No, detailed information isn't necessary for the initial discussion. We can provide guidance based on a basic conversation about your property.

Are you a property developer or affiliated with any developers?

No, we exclusively represent landowners, ensuring our specialisation and expertise directly serve their interests without any conflict.

How are your fees and payment structured for advisory services? 

Our fee structure includes hourly rates, monthly retainers and/or success based fees. Our primary aim is to provide excellent service that our clients perceive as being great value and fairly priced.