February 2025
SMSF
House
Darwin, NT
Purchase
$490K
Current
$640K
Growth
+$150K
+30.6%
Compounded p.a.
19.9%
3 1 2 966m²
I retired my income in seven years.
Let me show you how.
An independent buyer's agent securing investment property nationally for Australians building serious portfolios — and family homes locally for buyers across Cairns. Rigorous research, disciplined selection, downside-first thinking.
Previous Acquisitions
Real outcomes from disciplined buying.
Live totals — every metric below is calculated directly from the properties I've secured for clients. Updated in real time.
59
Properties Secured
$45.33M
Client Portfolio Value
$5.47M
Client Equity Created
15.6%
Avg. Annualised Growth
About Rob
People over transactions.
I've spent the better part of a decade — 8 to 10 years — investing in Australian property through multiple market cycles, building a multi-million dollar personal portfolio along the way. That experience was sharpened working alongside some of the country's established national buyers agents, learning what genuinely separates a good purchase from a costly one.
In just over seven years of investing, I built that portfolio to the point where it replaced — and retired — my income. Now my mission is simple: to help others do the same, following the very same blueprint for success that worked for me.
Somewhere along the way, the industry lost something. I started iScout Property to bring connection, clarity and integrity back to the relationship between a buyer and their agent — no spin, no pressure, just honest, transparent work done in your corner.
Here in Cairns, that means something deeper. For local home buyers, I'm not chasing a quick flip or a yield figure on a spreadsheet. I'm helping you match a home to the life you'll live inside it — for 10, 20, even 30 years. That's a responsibility I don't take lightly.
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Have a real conversation Recent Acquisitions
Properties secured for clients.
Every deal chosen for long-term fundamentals — and tracked with annualised, compounded returns.
April 2025
House
North Melbourne, VIC
Purchase
$683K
Current
$780K
Growth
+$97K
+14.2%
Compounded p.a.
10.7%
4 2 2 583m²
April 2025
Off Market
House
Darwin, NT
Purchase
$552K
Current
$712K
Growth
+$160K
+29.0%
Compounded p.a.
21.4%
3 2 2 360m²
April 2025
House
North Melbourne, VIC
Purchase
$660K
Current
$755K
Growth
+$95K
+14.4%
Compounded p.a.
10.8%
3 2 2 601m²
May 2025
Off Market
House
Palmerston, Darwin NT
Purchase
$650K
Current
$829K
Growth
+$179K
+27.5%
Compounded p.a.
21.9%
3 2 2 519m²
May 2025
Off Market
House
Palmerston, Darwin NT
Purchase
$650K
Current
$812K
Growth
+$162K
+24.9%
Compounded p.a.
19.8%
4 2 2 484m²
Important Information
All figures shown above are indicative only and reflect estimated current market values as at June 2026. Current valuations are derived from independent market data, comparable sales and desktop assessments — they are not formal bank or registered valuations and are subject to change with market conditions. Compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) figures normalise as hold periods lengthen and may fluctuate materially for properties held less than 12 months. Past performance is not a guarantee of future returns. The information on this page is provided for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, tax or legal advice. Investors should obtain their own professional advice before making any property investment decision. Rob Power and iScout Property accept no liability for decisions made in reliance on this information.
What the industry says
Trusted by the agents
who open the doors.
Access to off-market and pre-market property is earned, not bought. Here's what local selling agents say about working with Rob.
"Working with a wide range of buyers agents, you quickly learn who genuinely advocates for their clients, and Rob is absolutely one of those standouts. Rob continuously goes above and beyond. He'll pick up the phone after hours, chase opportunities that others might miss, and put in the legwork required to secure the right property for his buyers. His knowledge of the market is solid, his instincts are sharp, and he has a genuine ability to spot value and opportunity early. What truly sets Rob apart is the way he builds relationships. He treats agents with respect, communicates clearly, and works collaboratively, which in turn opens doors to off-market and pre-market opportunities for his clients. That sort of access only comes when a buyer's agent has earned trust, and Rob has certainly done that. His tenacity, professionalism, and work ethic make him a pleasure to deal with. If you're looking for a buyer's agent who genuinely works hard, acts with heart, and will push to create the best possible outcomes for his clients, Rob is a great buyer's agent."
"Buying our first home felt overwhelming at times, but Rob was there every step of the way. He's incredibly direct and honest, which is exactly what you need when making such a big decision. He never told us what we wanted to hear — he told us what we needed to hear, always with our best interests at heart. Rob's understanding of the market, buyer psychology and competition helped us make confident decisions, even when things felt challenging. His guidance, patience and genuine care made a huge difference to our experience, and I can honestly say we wouldn't be in our beautiful new home without him. I couldn't recommend him more highly."
"We recently had the pleasure of working with Rob for the purchase of our acreage property on the Sunshine Coast, and we couldn't recommend him more highly. From the outset, Rob's knowledge of the market and the buying process gave us confidence that we were making informed decisions. He provided honest, strategic advice throughout the negotiations and offered valuable insights that we simply wouldn't have had on our own. If you're looking for someone who is professional, highly knowledgeable and genuinely invested in helping you make the right decision, we would have no hesitation in recommending Rob."
What I Handle — For You
Research, negotiation and due diligence — end to end.
I handle the entire buying process so you can stay focused on what matters — building the portfolio, not chasing it.
Market & Suburb Research
Real data — not hype — so every property is backed by strong fundamentals.
Property Selection
Only investment-grade properties that fit your goals make the shortlist.
Due Diligence
Price, condition, risks and rentability — no surprises after settlement.
Negotiation
All agent communication handled to secure the right property at the right price.
Contract & Settlement
From contract review to settlement — nothing slips through the cracks.
Ongoing Support
Property manager intros and future portfolio decisions, beyond settlement.
Cairns Home Buyers · The Success Package
From confusion to clarity.
Buy like a professional.
A complete, step-by-step process for home buyers — designed to help you beat the competition, not overpay, and avoid the costly mistakes that catch out 90% of first- and second-time buyers.
Start Your Journey01
One-on-One Initial Consultation
We sit down to understand what you're really looking for — and what you're not. No pressure, no script — just clarity.
02
The Brief — Buyer & Seller Psychology
Locations, non-negotiables, strategy: forever home or stepping stone? Add value or buy turnkey? We define the brief together — and unpack how sellers and agents think on the other side.
03
Get Your Ducks in a Row
Brokers, banks, accountants, timeframes, conditions — all aligned before we ever step into an open home. This is what lets us act faster than the competition.
04
Source the Right Properties
Pre-market, off-market and on-market opportunities — sourced through industry relationships you can't access alone. You see what most buyers never will.
05
Inspecting With Purpose
What to look for. What to say to agents. What absolutely not to say. Every inspection becomes an intelligence-gathering exercise — not a wishful walk-through.
06
Market & Property Analysis
Comparable sales, value indicators and preliminary due diligence — checking overlays, flood, bushfire and other hazards before emotion takes over.
07
Offer, Negotiate, Win
Eliminate competition. Don't overpay. Act with confidence. This is where most retail buyers either freeze or get fleeced — it's also where I add the most value.
08
Control the Asset
Property under contract, locked away. Now we finalise due diligence, finance and approvals — without the panic that comes from doing it the wrong order.
09
Settlement Prep
Coordinated handover so settlement day is a non-event — pre-settlement inspection, utilities, insurance, keys. You move in, not around it.
You stop guessing. You stop overpaying. You start buying like the people who do this every day — because now, one of them is on your team.
Investment Property Cashflow Calculator
Know the numbers before you buy.
Model purchase costs, rental yield, holding costs and projected growth. Stamp duty auto-calculates by state. Every figure updates live as you type.
Property
$
%
$25,000%
Purchase Costs
%
$400,000Deposit (20%)$100,000
$
NSW est.$
Purchase Cost (cash needed)$120,413
Rental Revenue (p.a.)
$/wk
$25,220Gross Rental Yield5.0 %
Recurring Cost (p.a.)
$/mo
$2,400$/mo
$0$/mo
$1,200$/mo
$1,200$/mo
$1,200%
$2,018%
$26,000Monthly Loan Repayment (interest only)$2,166.67
Cashflow before tax
-$8,798
per annum · negatively geared
Per Month
-$733
Per Week
-$169
Cash on Cash Return p.a.-7.31%
Projected Value · 5% avg growth
- Property Value in 5 Years$638,141
- Property Value in 10 Years$814,447
- Property Value in 20 Years$1,326,649
- Property Value in 30 Years$2,160,971
Estimates only — interest-only loan, vacancy-adjusted rent, compound growth. Stamp duty is an approximation and excludes concessions. Excludes depreciation and tax effects. Not financial advice; obtain your own professional advice.
Free Guide
Buy Like a Pro.
The buyer's field guide — the disciplined, execution-focused approach I use for my clients, distilled into a short read you can apply to your next purchase.
- The 7 principles of a pro buyer
- The psychology of the sale — and the seller
- The 10-point pre-offer checklist
PDF
Get In Touch
Let's see if we're a fit.
A no-pressure discovery call. The goal is to understand your objectives and decide whether working together makes sense.