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One more practical step: prepare three numbers before submitting—the opening offer, the highest price supported by completed comparables, and the maximum you would pay if the inspection is satisfactory. Keep a separate allowance for updating rather than quietly stretching the ceiling later. If...

You may get clearer offers if you ask respondents to use one compact format: neighbourhood and nearest useful transport connection; asking price; internal floor area; tenure; floor and lift access; exact bedroom arrangement; current occupancy; expected availability; and any known major works...

At only 20 days, the seller may simply reject A$802,560 without countering. That doesn’t make the offer offensive; it means your evidence and maximum price need to be strong enough that you’re comfortable losing the property. I’d ask whether there are other offers and whether the seller has a...