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Can I Sell My House Without a Real Estate Agent in Western Australia?
Yes, you can. There’s no law in Western Australia that says you must use a real estate agent to sell your home. You’re free to
Are Real Estate Agent Commissions Negotiable in WA?
The honest answer: Yes. They’re negotiable. There’s no law in Western Australia that sets what an agent can charge — commissions here have been deregulated
Anti-Money Laundering Laws for Real Estate: What Sellers and Buyers Need to Know Before 1 July 2026
Important DisclaimerBrendan Leahy and Naked Real Estate are not lawyers, accountants, or financial advisors. This article is general information based on industry training and publicly
What Factors Actually Affect Your Property’s Appraisal Value?
Yesterday I walked into a home in Bedfordale. The automated valuation system — the one most homeowners check online before they make any decision —
Do I Need an Appraisal to Refinance My Mortgage?
You’ve been in your home ten years. You’ve never really kept track of what it’s worth, but you’ve seen a few places sell down the
How Accurate Are Online Property Valuations?
Every week, sellers in the Perth Hills contact me with a number in their head. Sometimes the number is from realestate.com.au. Sometimes it’s from Domain, Cotality,
Sell Your Home for More with these FIVE Updates
There are two ways sellers leave money on the table: 1. They list the home as-is (under-prepared), or 2. They over-capitalise on renovations the market
Do I Really Need a Property Appraisal Before Selling? The Truth From 24 Years in Perth Hills By Brendan Leahy, Naked Real Estate
Short answer: yes. Absolutely. The longer answer? One appraisal isn’t enough — and the agent who tells you it is probably isn’t the agent you
NAB Quarterly Property Survey – Commercial Report
The Commercial Property Report for December 2024 is here. Key highlights: The NAB Commercial Property Index moved back into positive territory in the December quarter amid improved expectations
The six buyer segments in the property market
Our demographic shape is changing; there are six distinct buyer segments in our Australian property market: young renters; first home buyers; upgraders; downsizers; retirees; and
How to become a real estate agent guide
Why pursue a career in real estate? Real estate professionals come from many different walks of life. Many people today choose to take courses to
Housing prices over the last 25 years what’s happened
Over the past 25 years, the median house value nationally has risen by 412%, or $459,900. Twenty five years ago, the median house value across