Brent Govan is an experienced buyers advocate at Ian Reid Buyer and Vendor Advocate.

Brent specialises in helping homebuyers secure the right properties at the right price, with confidence and clarity throughout the process.

Brent has seen firsthand how confusing and overwhelming the process could be — especially without the right guidance (buying his own home and property portfolio) and realised that many buyers were left under-represented in a fast-paced market. With a passion for real estate and a previous background in education, Brent has made it his mission to simplify the journey and provide clients with the support he wished he had when starting out or moving home.

Brent’s career began in the education sector, where he developed a strong foundation in communication, leadership and problem-solving. These skills now set him apart as a buyer’s agent — someone who not only negotiates fiercely on behalf of his clients, but also takes the time to explain every step of the process, in plain language. Brent combines lived experience, strategic insight, and a people-first approach. His strength lies in truly understanding what clients want, listening well and delivering results that align with their goals.

Snapshop of services/steps offered by Brent Govan / Ian Reid Buyer Advocates:

• Discover and Plan (We use our Buyer Brief to understand what matters most to you, then build a tailored target list of homes and locations that align with your needs, goals, and budget)

• Source and Recommend (We proactively search the entire market—including off-market opportunities—leveraging agent relationships and thorough property assessments to find the best, most affordable options that fit your criteria)
• Inspect and Analyse (We handle all inspections and due diligence—providing expert assessments, coordinating trusted specialists, and delivering detailed property insights—so you only view a fully vetted shortlist of homes worth your time)
• Strategise and Negotiate (We take the emotion out of negotiation, using strategy, experience and strong industry relationships to secure the best possible price and settlement terms on your behalf)
• Support and Settlement (We manage everything from contract to settlement— coordinating with your solicitor, overseeing final inspections and if it is an investment property –  supporting leasing for investors, and providing ongoing annual property performance updates)