Attending an open home is often the first step in the property buying journey but what actually happens next? 

In this episode of the LJ Hooker Beenleigh Property Podcast, Ben Waite sits down with Stacey Shepherd to unpack what buyers can expect when attending an open home and how the process works once they decide they might want to make an offer. 

From the moment buyers walk through the door to the conversations that happen behind the scenes, Stacey explains how agents work with buyers and sellers to bring both sides together and create successful outcomes. 

This episode is designed to remove some of the uncertainty many buyers feel when navigating open homes, asking questions, and putting forward an offer. 

In this episode we discuss: 

• What buyers can expect when they arrive at an open home 
• Why agents ask questions and what they’re really trying to understand 
• Why buyers shouldn’t feel intimidated speaking with agents 
• The importance of clear communication during the buying process 
• What “terms and conditions” mean when making an offer 
• How written offers are submitted and presented to sellers 
• What happens when multiple buyers are competing for the same property 
• Why the strongest offer isn’t always just about price 

Stacey also explains how buyers can improve their chances in a competitive market by asking questions, understanding the process, and staying connected with the agent after the open home. 

If you’ve recently attended an open home and felt unsure about what happens next, this episode will give you clarity around how the process works and how agents support both buyers and sellers throughout the journey. 

📞 Contact Stacey Shepherd 

If you’ve attended one of Stacey’s open homes or would like help understanding the next step in the buying process, she’s always happy to help. 

Stacey Shepherd 
📱 0432 573 220 
📧 [email protected] 

Reach out anytime even if you just have a quick question about the market or a property you've inspected.