What our Melbourne clients say

Great experience ! Super friendly team , incredibly quick to respond, and very thorough. They made property hunting feel a lot less like a headache 😄 If you’re looking to buy and don’t know where to start, give them a call , you’ll be in very good hands!

Very thankful and appreciative for Lucinda's expertise and proactive approach with looking to secure a property in the Domain precinct.

This was our first time using a buyers agent and we were so glad that we did. Zac, Nicole and the team took the time to get to know us as a family and really honed in on what we were after. They provided regular updates on properties they inspected, including those that didn’t necessarily match our brief, but that they thought offered something we would like. The property we ended up buying was exactly this - and we couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Zac, Nicole and the team are amazing and we cannot recommend them highly enough.

Nicole Jacobs of Cohen Handler helped me find and secure my new home in Daylesford, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. Over almost a year, Nicole and I must have met countless times and inspected an extraordinary number of properties. Throughout the process, she was not only an excellent buyer’s agent, but also an enormous source of support. Coming out of a divorce, I knew I was vulnerable to making an emotional decision. In a falling market, it was particularly important not to overpay, and Nicole made absolutely certain that I did not. She taught me a great deal about property negotiations, including how to distinguish genuine competition from pressure created by a vendor, and how important it is to remain disciplined when a property feels emotionally right. In the end, we found the right home in Daylesford and purchased it for almost $500,000 less than the price it had originally been guided at nine months earlier. Nicole remained patient, strategic and completely committed until we achieved the right result. More than anything, Nicole is simply a wonderful human being. She is intelligent, honest, caring and an absolute pleasure to work with. I have enormous affection and respect for her, and I am deeply grateful that she guided me through such an important new chapter of my life

We had such a great experience working with John and Nicole throughout our home buying journey. We came to them with a very vague brief and a lot of uncertainty, but they took the time to truly understand what we were looking for and help guide us every step of the way. Their advice was always thoughtful, informed, and honest, and the detailed videos and walkthroughs they provided made the whole process feel so much easier and less overwhelming. What we appreciated most was that they never made us feel rushed or pressured into making a decision. Instead, they genuinely cared about helping us choose a home that would not only suit us now, but one we would still be happy coming home to for many years to come. John and Nicole were patient, supportive, and incredibly knowledgeable throughout the entire process. We’re so grateful for all their help and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for buyers agents who truly have their clients’ best interests at heart.

Ray provided us with a wealth of knowledge and confidence along with the perfect strategy to secure our amazing new home. Couldn’t recommend highly enough

This was our first time working with a buyer’s agent and we could not recommend Lucinda at Cohen Handler highly enough! She went above and beyond our expectations. Lucinda is passionate about property and understands the Melbourne market inside out. She has established relationships with key agents and her wealth of knowledge gave us absolute confidence during the process of purchasing our family home. Lucinda made what could have been a highly stressful experience feel effortless. She is a fantastic communicator, trustworthy, hardworking and incredibly personable. In short, she was simply fantastic to work with!

We can't speak more highly of Lucinda Earle from Cohen Handler. After a challenging 18 months of trying to find our first home, being outbid at auctions, and settling for places that didn't really meet our expectations, we decided to take the leap and engage a Buyers Agent. If only we had done this 18 months sooner! In a mere 5 weeks, Lucinda helped us secure our first property. Using her connections, we had access to off-market opportunities, and didn't even need to go to inspections or auctions - which we were emotionally exhausted by at this point. Lucinda made herself available at any time of day to answer all of our silly first home owner questions, and provided so much reassurance to us during the process. She was there from first inspection right through to contract signing and beyond. Lucinda is worth her weight in gold - we would have never been able to do this without her, and are forever grateful to have had her on our team! Thank you again Lucinda! Abbey and Charlie x

Lily Wan has been wonderful to work with. She is incredibly dedicated and passionate about her work. As first home buyers, my husband and I were a little overwhelmed by the market and the buying process. Lily made the whole process so much less stressful and guided us to find the perfect home with confidence. We would highly recommend Lily from Cohen Handler.

Thank you Ray for all the amazing work you put in to finding us the perfect property. Ray not only found us the property OFF MARKET but he also provided us with a host of information on options for the site and its future potential as a redevelopment project which we had been searching for. He negotiated hard on our behalf to ensure we purchased for the best price and ensured that everything went smooth all the way up to settlement. Thank you Ray and the team at Cohen Handler for all your help, you made purchasing the right property so easy. looking forward to working with you again in the near future.

Zac and Nicole from Cohen Handler helped me secure an investment property in Melbourne while I was based in Sydney, and they were great to work with throughout the process. Buying interstate can be tricky, but their experience and local knowledge made it much easier to navigate, especially in a competitive market. They were patient and persistent in finding the right opportunity, and their advice on strategy and pricing was really helpful when it came time to make decisions. Communication was excellent as well - they were very responsive on WhatsApp and quick to answer questions or provide updates. Overall a really smooth experience and I'd happily recommend Zac and Nicole to anyone looking for help buying an investment property.

I cannot speak more highly of the wider Cohen Handler team - with a special mention to Zac from Melbourne specifically. He was an absolute pleasure to work with, providing professional and pragmatic advice throughout. We would recommend Cohen Handler for anyone looking to seriously engage with a Melbourne Buyers agent for their attention to detail and professionalism.

We had a truly positive experience with Lily at Cohen Handler Melbourne. Her guidance made a complex process much easier to navigate, and we always felt well supported along the way. She always brought thoughtful perspectives when reviewing properties and helped us weigh our options with confidence. What we appreciated most was how proactive and organised she was — keeping everything moving while ensuring we never felt rushed or uncertain about our decisions. Having someone so dedicated and detail-oriented on our side made a real difference. If you’re looking for someone reliable to guide you through the buying process, Lily is someone we would highly recommend.

We had a fantastic experience working with Lily Wan from Cohen Handler Melbourne. She was incredibly professional, friendly, and always prompt in responding to our questions. Lily made what could have been a stressful process feel simple and manageable, and she was there to guide us through every step. We’re very grateful for her support and highly recommend her to anyone looking for expert help.

We had such an incredible experience working with Lucinda and Zac to purchase our family home. When we first started the process, we weren’t entirely sure what we needed, but Lucinda helped guide us through all the options and really took the time to understand what would work best for our family. She went above and beyond throughout the entire process, taking so much of the hard work and stress off our shoulders. Her communication, professionalism and knowledge of the market were outstanding. They were able to secure our dream home for an amazing price for us during the busy Christmas period, which we were so grateful for. What can often be a stressful experience, felt seamless and enjoyable. We couldn’t recommend the team more highly.

We can’t recommend Zac and Nicole at Cohen Handler Melbourne highly enough. After struggling to find exactly what we wanted and seeing a number of homes selling off market, we decided to approach them for help. Even though we gave them a very limited pool of potential streets, they proactively reached out to homeowners and managed to connect with someone who had been quietly considering downsizing in the future. That conversation ultimately led to us securing our perfect home. Without their initiative and relationships in the area, we never would have found this property, let alone navigated the process of negotiating and purchasing off market. They guided us through every step and made what could have been a stressful experience feel manageable. The trust they have built over the years was clearly instrumental. It was obvious the seller needed to feel comfortable before moving forward, and Zac and Nicole handled that with professionalism and care. We’re incredibly grateful for their effort and couldn’t be happier with the outcome.

We cannot thank Nicole and Zac enough! From day one, they went above and beyond to help us secure our dream home in an area we never thought we could afford or access. Their knowledge of the market, genuine care, and tireless work ethic were outstanding. They were consistently patient, incredibly supportive, and always responsive, and at no point did we feel pressured to buy or rush into a decision. They truly had our best interests at heart every step of the way. Having Nicole and Zac represent us gave us complete confidence in the process, and the result speaks for itself!

From the start to finish, Ray Becher was fantastic in securing our investment property. He noted our brief, he guided us through areas of interest in Melbourne and respected our decisions in a professional and yet caring manner. Ray loves what he does and truly is an expert with the negotiations and navigating through from the purchase price to the final settlement. What we appreciate most is that he will see it through to the end. 😊 Thank you Ray. 👍🙏

After 8 challenging months searching on our own, it took just 38 days from meeting Ray to securing our dream home. Thanks to his industry connections, we gained access to an off-market property we never would have found otherwise. Ray’s professionalism, clear communication, and approachable, down-to-earth manner made the whole process feel far less stressful. His tenacity, experience, and genuine care—along with the support of Nicole and the Cohen Handler team—are the reason this deal got done. Deb and Mark Malak

Zac and Andreas were excellent- calm, patient, and dedicated to finding the right property for me. They were also fonts of wisdom and savvy, directing me away from properties that wouldn't be a good fit for what I needed, and able to negotiate with realtors to advocate for the right price point. Zac took all the stress out of the auction, and the team helped me at every step along the way - from purchase to conveyancing, trade recommendations for renovation, and even arranging movers. They were an absolute blast to work with, and I couldn't recommend or trust them more!

Top-notch. Highly recommend Ray

Working with Ray made the buying process much smoother and less stressful. Ray was professional, responsive, and provided clear advice at each stage. His local knowledge and negotiation skills helped us secure our dream home at a fair price. Throughout the process we always felt like Ray’s only client, we recommend Rays to all our friends and family.

(Translated by Google) Within just two months, the entire process—from initial communication and negotiation, clarifying the target property, starting the property search, identifying the auction target, participating in the auction, and successfully purchasing—was completed. The service was professional, thoughtful, and meticulous, making them truly trustworthy! Many thanks to the team for their strong support! (Original) 短短两个月之内，完成从沟通洽谈、明确定位、开始找房、确定拍卖目标、参与竞拍、成功购入整个流程，服务专业、周到、细致，值得信赖！感谢团队的大力支持！

Ray’s professionalism, work ethic and knowledge of the area was evident early on in our recent purchase. With my wife pregnant at the time, Ray was able to help us navigate both time and availability challenges with his responsiveness and flexibility, giving us a sense of comfort throughout the process. Cohen Handler should feel incredibly fortunate to have Ray representing them.

We had an outstanding experience with Jeanne Anderson from Cohen Handler as our buyer’s advocate for the purchase of a 7 acre property in Fingal on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria . Jeanne was professional, proactive, and incredibly supportive from start to finish. Her deep market knowledge, sharp negotiation skills, and clear communication made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Thanks to her, we secured the perfect property and couldn’t be happier. Highly recommend Jeanne to anyone looking for expert guidance and genuine care in their property journey! Thanks Jeanne! The De Pettri Family

Ray Becher was recommended to us as a highly skilled buyer's agent and we couldn't be happier with the outcome! He negotiated a great deal for us using his extensive knowledge and expertise in real estate, we are confident we would not be able to get the same result without him by our side. A bonus is, he is also a great down to earth person and an absolute pleasure to deal with!

Ray recently assisted our family in purchasing a property, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. From our first meeting, Ray impressed us with his professionalism, deep understanding of the property market, and genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for us. He took the time to thoroughly understand our needs and preferences, guiding us through the process with transparency, strategic insight, and remarkable attention to detail. Ray’s negotiation skills and market knowledge proved invaluable, helping us secure a fantastic property in a highly competitive market. He managed every stage of the process with calm confidence and a solutions-focused mindset, making what could have been a stressful experience incredibly smooth and positive. Ray is not only an expert in his field but also a trusted advisor who goes above and beyond for his clients. We felt fully supported every step of the way and always knew we were in capable hands. I would not hesitate to recommend Ray Becher to anyone seeking to purchase property. He is an outstanding buyer's agent and a true professional. Wendy and Brent Suhr

I can't recommend Nicole Jacobs highly enough! My husband and I were buying at the height of the market in Melbourne, and had been unsuccessful at multiple auctions. We started working with Nicole, who guided us through the whole process from start to finish. Not only was it a seamless experience, but I also believe we got a better purchase price on our home due to her experience and business acumen. She was always available for any questions or concerns, has a large network, and knows the property market amazingly well. Work with Nicole if you want peace of mind, and someone absolutely supportive to get you the property you want!

Nicole Jacobs was the mastermind behind us securing our Bayside family home in Melbourne back in 2021, living overseas at the time it took the stress out and made the whole process relaxed and enjoyable. We knew when we saw our dream holiday home down Mornington Peninsula come on the market that we had to get Nicole back and she delivered once again. Nicole is a master negotiator with expert advice and all done with smile. I cannot recommend her highly enough, we trust her completely and could not have done it without her… best in the business!

Jodie and Jeanne (and the rest of the Cohen Handler team in Melb) were absolutely amazing! they were on top of everything from start to finish, professionalism and expertise to match! could not be happier with the level of service received, highly recommended!!

Absolutely outstanding care. Aside from the highest levels of knowledge, industry acumen and intel, absolutely outstanding care and concern is at the cornerstone of Nicole’s ethos. Nicole gave us everything we could have possibly asked for as agent. Never without a smile, a positive nudge nor a can do attitude, Nicole is a tour de force of inspiration underpinned by an indefatigable spirit and we were so lucky to have used her services.

Ray is a gem. We were tired and stressed when we reached out for help in buying a home, and Ray brought calm, optimism and fun back to the process. He was professional, communicated with us regularly and did everything he said he would do. We also appreciated the little bit of sass Ray added to his reviews of the styling in the properties he found for us - way more interesting than the guff agents come up with 😂

Purchasing Real Estate is a huge financial decision and can be an overwhelming process. Jeanne Anderson assisted me through the purchase of my home and an investment property on the Mornington Peninsula . With her knowledge of the area and the market and her contacts , both purchases were utterly stress free and so efficient . I cannot thank Jeanne enough her guidance and expertise . She covered all the bases and understood what I wanted and found the perfect properties for my situation.

Zac and Nicole are a game changer in finding your next home. We had so much more confidence and certainty in what is often highly stressful in buying and moving interstate. They looked after us from the start, helping us define what we were looking for, filtering what was available, and taking the lead through purchase. I can't imagine where we'de be right now without them both.

Ray is knowledgeable, professional and friendly - everything you'd want from the agent.

Nicole Jacobs and the team at Cohen Handler Melbourne recently did a terrific job sourcing a property for us. Nicole took the time to help us to refine and define the type of property that we were looking for, necessary budget and the suburbs most suitable. We were provided with comprehensive walk-thru videos and objective assessments of the properties visited. When a property was short-listed we were provided with in-depth analysis of the property value via Core Logic information and recent sales comparisons. A professional and well-executed sales strategy was agreed on two occasions, ultimately succeeding with the 2nd property. As an interstate buyer, the service, advice and outcome was outstanding and more than justified the cost involved in using a Buyer's Agent. ***** Stars !!

I can't thank Jeanne enough for the incredible support in our home buying journey! From start to finish, she made the process smooth and enjoyable. She took the time to understand our needs and preferences, and with Jeanne's expertise, we found the perfect home.

I had been searching for a suitable holiday home in Sorrento for some time, I was recommended to contact Jeanne at Cohen Handler. She has exceptional knowledge of the local area. So happy that she successfully found my perfect dream home at the right price. Saving time and money was also bonus. Thank you Jeanne 🙏😊

Jeanne went above and beyond to assist me in purchasing my dream home, she worked hard and negotiated on my behalf. Her extensive understanding of the Peninsula property market is second to none! She made the whole process stress-free! I would highly recommend Jeanne to anyone looking to purchase property on the Mornington Peninsula.

Jeanne was fantastic. She listened to my requirements and found me the perfect property. She was professional, friendly and a pleasure to deal with. I would highly recommend her services.

Cohen Handler made our property search seamless and stress-free. Their team really took the time to understand our needs! They helped secure the best possible price, and their support throughout the process was outstanding. We couldn’t be happier with the experience and highly recommend them!

The team at Cohen Handler Melbourne really are exceptional. A delight to work with and so attentive/supportive throughout the process. Highly recommended in every way!

Took the hard work out of sourcing investment property. Highly recommend.