Melbourne Buyers Advocates

Mark Purves O.I.E.C.

Mark started his Property career 24 years ago, in February 1988 as an Investment Property Management officer for one of Melbourne’s premier Residential real estate agencies and spent over two years in that role, learning the true meaning of the term customer service before taking over the management of their Commercial Property portfolio.

A transition into sales in the early 1990’s opened up a whole new world to Mark and within a few short years he had developed a solid understanding of the most important requirement of any successful Property person, “listen to what the client is asking for and deliver it”.

Mark continued to gain great insight into the Melbourne Property market by working for one of the biggest agencies around and over many years he has developed a magnificent, wide network within the industry.

Through working at the biggest, best and premiere boutique Agencies, Mark recognised that attaining the best possible qualifications/credentials, in his field was the mark of someone ready, willing and able to be the best, and to that end he undertook the studies necessary to enable him to be able to apply for his own full Real Estate Agent’s Licence. Mark has held his own Full Licence since 1995 – 17 years ago.

Having been born, raised and educated in Melbourne, Mark is very well placed to serve our clients – he knows and loves Melbourne Property!

Given his strong sense of family, Mark spends as much time as possible with his wife, daughter and son, often spending time with them at their secret hideaway cottage on a river near Eildon. Whenever they let him get away with it, he bundles them into the 4WD with the camping and fishing gear.

Mark also keeps fit through his interest in cycling, though more as commuter. If time permits (or the fish aren’t biting) he will drag the mountain bike out and ride the mountain tracks, which can be truly inspirational.

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Paul Garson  A.A.I.C., M.R.E.I.,

Paul Garson is the Principal of Stonnington Conveyancing.

Paul graduated in 1988, in South Australia, the birthplace of the "Torrens Title System" and the best place in the known universe to learn all about Conveyancing!

Upon graduation, Paul was nominated for the prestigious "Jack Sinclair Medal" for overall course achievement, having obtained Distinctions over four years in all subjects bar one, where a Credit was achieved.

After establishing the Adelaide office in 1989, Paul moved to Melbourne in 2000 and started Stonnington Conveyancing.

With great help from his excellent staff at Stonnington Conveyancing, the practice has grown to market prominence, leading the specialist conveyancing marketplace, especially in the Stonnington and Boroondara Council areas.

Paul is also a respected member of the Council of the Australian Institute of Conveyancers (Victorian Division).

Paul personally prepares most of the Vendor Sale documents (Section 32 statements and contracts) for our Vendor clients, as it is Paul's firm belief that a lot of the problems sometimes experienced on our Purchaser files stem from "sloppy" vendor work, such as ambiguous drafting of conditions and failure to search and disclose properly.

Paul also has a special interest and expertise in subdivisional and development work.

Lastly, whilst Paul absolutely loves living in Melbourne, he remains proudly South Australian and has been a Port Adelaide fan for over 30 years (Port Magpies and now also Port Power)!

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Garvin Pereira

Garvin has been involved in the Conveyancing and Settlements profession since 1985 when he cut his teeth at the old State Bank Victoria / CBA for 14 years, followed by a further 9 years at ANZ, and 2 years at a CBD law firm.

In addition, Garvin's father is a (now retired) Solicitor and Garvin assisted his Dad on his Property files for many years.

Garvin finally decided it was time to do properly what he's been helping others do for years. Once he successfully completed his studies and graduated from Swinburne, the role at Stonnington Conveyancing seemed the perfect opportunity to transition from the bank/lender side of Settlements to looking after private client's needs - and learn from one of the leaders in the field.

Buying a new home can be pretty stressful. Garvin's calm demeanor and desire to go the extra mile to get great results for clients are critical facets to have - and a good match for Stonnington Conveyancing. The end result must always be as favourable and stress free as possible for the client.

Keeping a cool head is a necessity, especially when coordinating sometimes very complex settlements, when constantly busy, and ensuring no one walks away until everyone is happy!

Garvin was born in Sri Lanka and his family migrated here when he was 4 years old, in 1970.

Even though he has a soft spot for the land of his birth, you'll still see him barracking for the Aussies when it comes to Cricket! As for AFL, his allegiances lie with North Melbourne and Garvin proudly says he's a supporter who's seen every North Melbourne Grand Final victory… so far.

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