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Guides and resources to help you buy or sell property in Perth with confidence and clarity
In-depth guides covering every stage of the WA property process.
Thinking about selling your home without an agent in Perth? This FSBO guide explains the WA legal steps, real costs, common risks, and where private sellers come unstuck.
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.
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.
You signed an exclusive agency agreement on your phone. Four pages, DocuSign, done. Here is what each clause actually means for your sale.
“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.
Perth agents charge $3,000–$5,500 upfront for marketing — paid 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.
Perth agents charge 2.2–2.5% commission — that’s $21,050 on the median home. Compare every fee model side by side, including KeyHive’s $8,000 flat fee paid only at settlement.
WA property contracts follow standardised formats — not mysterious documents only agents understand. Here’s what every key clause actually means.
Settlement is simpler than most agents suggest. This guide walks through every phase of the WA settlement process — from signing to keys in hand.
Overpricing, bad photos, emotional negotiations, skipping legal review. These 12 mistakes cost Perth sellers thousands. Learn what to avoid before you list.
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.
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.
Practical calculators and planners to help you make informed property decisions.
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