This weekend marks an exciting new chapter for Fremantle, with the much-anticipated opening of the new Walyalup Bridge.
More than simply a way to cross the river, the bridge is a striking new entry statement to Fremantle, designed to be a landmark reflecting the character, heritage and maritime history of our beautiful port city. Its distinctive design and improved pedestrian and cycling connections will create a wonderful new gateway to our community for generations to come. On Sunday, the community is invited to celebrate by walking across the bridge before it officially opens to traffic that evening. (Registering is recommended, REGISTER HERE.)
In our seven years at White House, we’ve had the pleasure of helping buyers and sellers “cross the bridge”, moving from north of the river to south, and south to north. We know just how much there is to love about both sides, and we’re excited to see this new connection bring our communities closer together.
It also got us thinking about another bridge we’re helping people cross – the gap between buyer and seller expectations.
With REIWA reporting that Perth’s property listings have now passed 9,000, buyers have more choice than they’ve had in years. Sellers, meanwhile, are adjusting to a market where buyers are more considered in their decisions and increasingly discerning about value.
Bridging that gap requires good advice, realistic expectations and open conversations. It also takes an experienced agent with strong market knowledge and the communication and negotiation skills to bring both parties together and achieve a successful outcome. For sellers, it’s about understanding today’s market rather than yesterday’s and positioning their property accordingly. For buyers, it’s recognising that opportunities exist and a little flexibility can make all the difference.
It’s been a busy week for the White House Team with offers successfully negotiated on EIGHT properties. And we’ve launched another FOURTEEN properties to market this week, providing even more choice for buyers. As we shared last week, we’re seeing this spring surge in listings as buyers and sellers move into decision-making mode, making plans for where they want to be by Christmas and the start of the new school year.
These coming weeks represent an important selling window and being well prepared and appropriately positioned can have a real impact on the outcome.
If you’re considering selling, buying or simply wondering what your property might be worth in today’s market, we’d love to have a confidential conversation.
Whatever your next move looks like, we’re here to help you cross that bridge when the time is right for you.
