Property Buying & Selling Guides for Perth & WA
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In-depth guides covering every stage of the WA property process.
How to Sell Your House Privately in WA: The Perth Guide (2026)
Selling your house privately in Perth or WA? Step-by-step guide to pricing, listing on the portals, home opens, the Offer and Acceptance, settlement, real costs and where private sellers come unstuck.
Real Estate Agent Fees Perth 2026: Traditional vs Fixed Fee Compared
On Perth’s current comparison price, a traditional 2.5% commission plus $3,000 marketing is about $29,250. Compare every fee model side by side, including KeyHive Modern Agent at $10,500 total inc GST with the standard campaign included.
Buying and Selling a House at the Same Time in Perth
Sell first or buy first? Neither. Be ready to list before you make offers. A Perth guide to subject to sale offers, the 48 hour clause and settlement dates.
How to Make an Offer on a House in Perth: The WA O&A Explained
Making an offer in WA means signing a binding contract, the Offer and Acceptance. Here is how price, deposit, and conditions actually work, and why there is no cooling-off period once it is signed.
What Does a Buyer's Agent Actually Get You? An Honest Perth Verdict
A buyer's agent costs about $15,000 or more, often paid upfront. But their real incentive is to close, not to win your price. Here's what they actually do, what they cost in Perth, when they're worth it, and the lessons from DashDot's collapse.
What Happened to Purplebricks: The Flat-Fee Disruptor That Sold for £1
Purplebricks reached a £1.3 billion valuation in 2017. Six years later it sold for £1. Here is the full story, including what went wrong in Australia, and what it means for flat-fee real estate.
Exclusive Agency Agreement WA: What Your Contract Actually Says
You signed an exclusive agency agreement on your phone. Four pages, DocuSign, done. Here are the key terms to check before your sale.
Buying the Listing: Why Perth Agents Inflate Appraisals
“Buying the listing” is when agents inflate appraisals to win your business, then walk the price down. Here is how to spot it and protect yourself in Perth.
Real Estate Advertising Fees Perth: $3,000–$5,500 Upfront (VPA)
Perth agents charge $3,000–$5,500 in advertising fees, paid upfront into a trust account before a single buyer sees your home. Here’s what’s marked up, what’s optional, and what to ask before you sign.
WA Property Contracts: What Every Seller Needs to Know
WA property contracts follow standardised formats, not mysterious documents only agents understand. Here’s what every key clause actually means.
WA Property Settlement: What Actually Happens
Settlement is simpler than most agents suggest. This guide walks through every phase of the WA settlement process, from signing to keys in hand.
12 Property Sale Mistakes That Cost Perth Sellers Thousands
Overpricing, bad photos, emotional negotiations, skipping legal review. These 12 mistakes cost Perth sellers thousands. Learn what to avoid before you list.
Property Photography Guide for Perth Sellers
Better photos mean more enquiries, longer listing views, and stronger offers. Learn the lighting, composition, and room-by-room techniques that make Perth buyers stop scrolling.
Fixed Fee vs Commission Perth: The No Incentive Myth Debunked
Fixed fee vs commission: which is better for Perth sellers? We debunk the “no incentive” myth and reveal what actually drives a higher sale price in WA.
How to Sell Your Home in Perth: Complete WA Sellers Guide
Everything you need to know about selling property in Perth, from preparing your home and choosing an agent to signing contracts and getting to settlement.
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