Puri Dewage

Puri DewageFounder & Principal Buyer's Agent

For busy professionals

I bought 5 investment properties in 3 years while working full time as an engineer. Now I do it for you.

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Which best describes you right now?

5.0Google rating from our clients

Recently bought: $690,000 for a dentist. Valued by the bank at $805,000.

Takes 30 seconds. Your details go to Puri and nobody else.

“Bought at $690K. Valued by the bank at $805K.”
Dr. Nipuni Siddawala · Dentist
“Purchased our first ever investment property through our SMSF.”
Gagan Singh · Train Driver
“Puri guided me through every step of the process.”
Sumith Perera · High School Teacher

5

investment properties of my own in 3 years

5.0 ★

Google rating from our clients

Flat fee

never paid by sellers or developers

1

point of contact, brief to settlement

The method

We do the work. You approve the brief and sign.

  1. 01

    Free strategy call

    30 minutes on your goals, budget and timing.

  2. 02

    Your brief

    We agree what we're buying, where and why.

  3. 03

    Research and shortlist

    We narrow the markets and properties down on the numbers.

  4. 04

    Inspections and due diligence

    We inspect and check each property so you don't have to.

  5. 05

    Negotiation

    We negotiate the price and terms on your behalf.

  6. 06

    Through to settlement

    One point of contact until you get the keys.

Common questions

Still not sure? Here's what busy professionals ask

Who is this for?

Busy professionals who have the income and some savings or equity, but not the time to research markets, sit through inspections and negotiate. Most of our clients are buying their first or next investment property.

What does a buyer's agent actually do?

We work only for you, the buyer. We agree your brief, research the markets, shortlist properties, run the due diligence and negotiate the price and terms. You approve the brief at the start and sign at the end.

Where do you buy?

Selected markets across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia, chosen on the numbers for your brief rather than where we happen to live.

Are you paid by sellers or developers?

No. Acquira charges a flat fee and takes nothing from vendors, developers or selling agents, so the only person we work for is you.

How do you choose the market?

On the numbers for your brief: budget, borrowing capacity, goals and how long you plan to hold. We rule markets out as carefully as we rule them in, and we explain why.

Do I need to attend inspections?

No. We research, inspect and negotiate for you. You approve the brief at the start and sign at the end.

How much of my time will this take?

Very little. After we agree the brief, we do the research, inspections and negotiation. You make the final calls and sign.

How much do I need to get started?

It depends on the purchase price, your lender and your borrowing capacity. Deposit, stamp duty and buying costs all add up, so we work through your actual numbers on the call. Your mortgage broker confirms what you can borrow.

What happens on the call?

30 minutes on where you are now, what we'd look for and whether we're a fit. You leave with a clear next step, whether or not you work with us.

Is the call a sales pitch?

No. It's 30 minutes on your situation and what would suit it. If we're not the right fit, we'll tell you on the call.

I'm not in Melbourne. Can you still help?

Yes. The call is by phone or video, and we buy in selected markets across several states, so where you live doesn't limit where you buy.

Should I wait because of the negative gearing changes?

Tax rules change. Long-term results come from fundamentals like supply, rental demand and the right property in the right market. We look at what the changes mean for you on the call. This is general information, not tax advice, so check with your accountant.

How do I know you're legit?

Acquira is a licensed buyer's agency (Acquira Capital Pty Ltd, ABN 62 695 236 410), rated 5.0 on Google by real clients, and we take nothing from sellers or developers. You'll speak to Puri directly.

Do I need pre-approval before we talk?

No. If you don't have it yet, we'll explain what's needed and work with your broker, or point you to one, so finance is ready before we start searching.

Can I buy through my SMSF or a trust?

Yes. We've bought for clients through their SMSF. We work with your accountant or adviser so the right entity is set up before you buy.

Is this financial advice?

No. We help you find and buy the right property. For financial, credit or tax advice, speak to a licensed adviser, mortgage broker or accountant. We're happy to work alongside them.

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“Recently purchased a property through Acquira Property. Thanks Puri for a smooth experience. Will definitely work with you guys again.”
Michael AntonakisPharmacist
“The Acquira Property team made buying an investment property seamless and hassle free. Hope to work with them again in the future”
Nipuni SiddawalaDentist
“Purchased our first ever investment property through our SMSF with Acquira Property and although it was stressful at times meeting the deadlines. Puri and his team were patient, understanding and always communicating with us. We can’t thank Puri enough for all his help.”
Gagan SinghTrain Driver
“The entire team at Acquira Property has been incredibly helpful in securing our investment property. I highly recommend Acquira Property to anyone looking for a professional buyer’s agent service”
Phil CunninghamEngineer
“Puri is an exceptional buyers agent, always looking out for his clients best needs, very responsive and always keeps you in the loop.”
Avantika PrasadOral Health Therapist
“Excellent experience with Acquira Property! I recently worked with Acquira Property and Puri Dewage to purchase an investment property, and the whole experience was fantastic. Puri guided me through every step of the process and made what can often be a stressful experience feel smooth and straightforward.”
Sumith PereraHigh School Teacher
“Acquira Property has been a great agency to work with. Puri especially was exceptional through the whole process. I felt very confident and excited to invest thanks to his partnership, speed and excellent communication. Could not recommend enough.”
Sandra BalesFIFO Worker

Why I started Acquira

From Engineer to 5 investment properties in 3 years

  1. Puri Dewage at his engineering graduation

    01

    The engineer

    I started with an engineering salary and a plan for more freedom. As an engineer, every decision has to be backed by data, checked properly and signed off only once the risks are understood.

  2. Puri Dewage in front of a SOLD sign

    02

    5 investment properties in 3 years

    I saved my first deposit from my salary. Finance was new to me and the advice conflicted, so I bought the engineer's way: numbers first, risks checked, nothing on emotion. Rental income helped me hold, and equity from growth funded the next purchase. 5 properties in 3 years, and a multi-million-dollar portfolio by 29.

  3. Puri Dewage, founder of Acquira Property

    03

    Now I can teach you too

    I started Acquira so you don't have to learn it the slow way. On our call I'll show you how I'd approach your next purchase, and if it makes sense, we do the research, inspections and negotiation for you.

Recent client purchases

Property bought in Keysborough, VIC 3173

Bought for a Dentist

$690,000

Keysborough, VIC 3173

Valued by the bank at $805,000

Property bought in Shepparton, VIC 3630

Bought for a Train Driver

$615,000

Shepparton, VIC 3630

Property bought in Ballarat, VIC 3350

Bought for a Civil Engineer

$680,000

Ballarat, VIC 3350

What the 30 minutes covers

Where you are now

What you own, what you're borrowing against, and what your week actually allows.

What we'd look for

The markets that fit your brief, and the ones we'd rule out for you and why.

Whether we're a fit

What we do, how we work, and an honest answer if you don't need us.

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