September 12, 2025 2:51 pm

Natalie Hatton

The Western Australia property market is hotter than ever. Affordable homes, especially under the stamp duty thresholds, are attracting dozens of offers. Some Perth properties have had more than 30 offers — many from first-home buyers stretching past their budget just to compete.

But here’s the truth: winning isn’t always about offering the highest price. A winning offer in Western Australia is about strategy, not just dollars.

1. Understand the Seller’s Motivation

Every seller has a reason for moving — downsizing, upsizing, relocating, or financial pressure.
👉 If you understand their motivation, you can tailor your conditions to align with their needs.

2. Smart Contract Conditions (Without Going Unconditional)

The biggest pressure Western Australia buyers face today is being told to ‘go unconditional.’ Unless you’re at auction, waiving finance or inspections is risky. You could lose your deposit or end up with costly issues after settlement.

💡 Instead, strengthen your offer by:
– Keeping essential protections (finance, building & pest).
– Making them appealing to sellers by setting dates earlier.

For example: most offers set building & pest inspections after finance approval. A smarter move is setting them to be completed before finance approval is due. This shows confidence in your finance and commitment to the property, without exposing yourself.

3. Show Financial Readiness

Sellers want certainty. Show them you’re serious by:
– Having a pre-approval in place.
– Supplying your pre-approval letter with your offer, or providing your broker’s details.

This signals you’re not just interested — you’re ready.

4. Deposit Strength

A stronger deposit isn’t just about money — it’s a signal of buyer commitment. Sellers often view it as a reflection of how reliable and prepared you are.

From 1 October 2025, the Western Australian Government’s Home Buyer Scheme will allow first-home buyers — or those who haven’t purchased in 10 years — to buy with as little as a 5% deposit on properties up to $850,000.

While this makes property ownership more accessible, it can also make sellers cautious. That’s why it’s even more important to show you’re prepared by:

  • Supplying your pre-approval letter with your offer, or
  • Providing your broker’s contact details so the agent can quickly verify your finance position.

This gives sellers more confidence that you’re not just meeting the minimum deposit — you’re financially ready and committed to completing the purchase. In Western Australia’s competitive market, that edge can make the difference.

5. The Human Touch

Sometimes, a genuine personal letter makes all the difference. Sharing why you love the home and how you see yourself creating memories there can tip the scales in your favour — especially when competing offers are close.

6. The Emotional Toll & Buyer Fatigue in Western Australia

Many Western Australia buyers are exhausted:
– 61% of first-home buyers nationally have missed out on a property.
– 23% lost out because another buyer went unconditional.
– 11% lost because they weren’t finance-ready in time.

This is the emotional reality: repeated knock-backs can leave buyers stressed, frustrated, and burnt out. Having a clear strategy avoids that spiral.

In Western Australia’s competitive property market, the winning offer isn’t always the highest offer — it’s the smartest one. By understanding seller motivations, structuring your conditions strategically, showing financial readiness, and adding a personal touch, you can compete with confidence.

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