In this Friday Fundamentals episode, Shane Pope and Luke Oxenham share what they wish more clients knew before buying property.

Shane starts with the negotiation side, unpacking how agents can create pressure and urgency during a deal — and why buyers often have more space than they realise to make a calm, quality decision.

Luke then explains the finance side, including why settlement length is often less important than the finance clause, cooling-off period, and the time needed to secure unconditional approval.

Together, they cover the parts of buying property that can feel stressful, confusing or rushed — and how better preparation can help buyers avoid poor decisions.

If you’re planning to make an offer, this is a useful episode to listen to first.

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⏱️ Timestamps

00:27 – Welcome back to Friday Fundamentals
01:09 – What Shane wishes more buyers knew
01:11 – Why agent pressure can feel so intense
01:34 – Can buyers push back on offer deadlines?
01:59 – Why buyers can be firmer with agents
02:24 – Creating space to make better decisions
03:01 – Why first home buyers can feel like they’re bidding against themselves
03:20 – Going radio silent and using time as a tell
03:49 – Why timing matters in negotiations
04:06 – Case study: negotiating a lifestyle property
04:26 – Four other buyers at the table
04:54 – Why a good buyer’s agent can help
05:13 – What Luke wishes more buyers knew
05:33 – Why unconditional approval matters
05:54 – Finance clauses and lender timeframes
06:12 – Why brokers plan for the worst-case scenario
06:45 – Why the first week matters most
07:04 – Buyer pressure before and after settlement
07:41 – Final thoughts and send in your questions

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