Your First Home Buyer Guide Podcast

Buying your first home is incredibly exciting, and now that you’ve saved up to pay the 20% deposit, you’re all set… right?  Well, not really.  Today we’re talking about the hidden costs of buying your first home. Everyone talks about the challenges of saving enough money to pay a 20% deposit, but that isn’t enough! There are also hidden costs that you need...

The year 2020 was a tumultuous time in the world with the shocking impact of COVID-19 on all aspects of our lives. There were lockdowns, home-schooling, delayed celebrations, get-togethers, and of course the pause on international travel. With such a change in the world, the property market has also been significantly impacted, so knowing how to navigate the crazy and often unpredictable market (e...

One of the great things about the digital age is that information has become so easy to come by, but the downside is that we can gather SO much that it becomes difficult to sift through and make meaningful decisions! Let’s help you sift through the noise and get to the best resources, shall we? In this episode, we’re going to give you a list of some of our favourite free sources of pro...

Not having to save for the best part of a decade is one of the ultimate goals we can have in life. It sounds fancy, but believe us when we say that it’s totally achievable. In this episode, we share creative and pragmatic life hacks to speed up the saving period for your deposit so you can get closer to your first home purchase without missing a step. We tackle crucial subjects such as how y...

Seeking the help of a buyers agent is a great way to secure a successful property purchase. But things could go completely the other way if you fell for a buyer’s agent who does not have enough integrity, competence and experience to protect your interests. Today, we're going to address the questions: how do you choose a buyer's agent? and how do you know if you really need one? We dig into...

At Your First Home Buyer Guide , our goal has always been to help you on your property journey and get you to where you want to be by buying your first home without missing a step. Sometimes, however, part of the journey is finding out that you shouldn’t actually be buying property - and for good reason! Today, we look at a case study of someone who was 100% committed to buying their first h...

So you’re gearing up to buy your first home, but what do you need to do as soon as you find a property you want to buy? As a first home buyer, due diligence is one of the most important parts of your property journey. The right due diligence can prevent you from making avoidable mistakes and spending too much on unnecessary fees as well! This is why every property needs to be thoroughly eval...

Diving head-first into the property market without having the right knowledge is the worst thing you can do as a first home buyer.  In this episode, we’re going to tackle the 9 most common first home buyer questions that we often hear. We’ve also collected some from mortgage brokers, real estate agents and conveyancers so if you’re a first home buyer looking for answers to s...

A lot of first home buyers assume that getting pre-approval won’t be a problem - until it is. In this episode, we’re joined by Stuart Weymss , founder and director of ProSolution. We talk about the mortgage pre-approval process, why it’s important for first home buyers to understand and we share tips on how to get started to make sure you’re doing it right. You don’t...

Paying the right price for a property is high on everyone’s list, but it’s even more difficult in a hot market.  So how do you get it right to make sure you don’t keep missing out while not having to pay way too much? Today we’re talking about one of the hardest parts of buying your first place - how to work out what to pay. To do so, you need to have a good idea about...

Are you looking to purchase an apartment soon (or down the line)? Apartments are a lot more common in the major capital cities, especially Sydney and Melbourne. But regardless of where you’re looking to buy, there are some particularly BIG issues you need to be aware of.  Today we’re talking about the three most common mistakes that apartment buyers make, and how you can avoid the...

Local knowledge is so important when it comes to buying property. Aside from knowing the terrain, local buyers agents can give great insight and recommendations you otherwise wouldn’t have known on your own. Today, we’re talking to a local expert, Buyers Agent Matthew Knight, who will be sharing his tips on what first home buyers should be looking for and the mistakes that can be avoid...

A lot of home buyers (and sellers) avoid auctions like the plague. Some reason out that they have no idea how it works while others feel like it’s a bigger undertaking than what they’re prepared for. If auctions feel daunting to you, you’re in the right place! In this episode, we’re going to give you an auction masterclass! Most property buyers hate auctions, but stick with...

Did you know that getting the right legal advice when purchasing property is critical to your success as a first home buyer? In this episode, we’re going to be delving into the legal side of buying your first home. What’s in a contract? What’s NOT in a contract? What questions should you be asking your conveyancer or lawyer? We answer all those questions and more so tune in to to...

When it comes to buying property, “missing the boat” is a fear that a lot of home buyers tend to have, first time or not.  In this episode, we’re taking you through the story of a couple who are looking for their ideal sea change home. However, they started their search before COVID and had no idea that the market would run on them! So what are their options now? Have they m...

A lot of Australians have been leaving major cities in favour of regional areas and it’s had quite an impact on the property market. If you’re a first home buyer, having someone with local knowledge during your property search is crucial. In this episode, we’re doing a regional spotlight with Buyers Agent and Valuer Matthew Ward, where he shares his tips on focusing on the things...

Have you ever felt the “fear of missing out” on property?  Maybe you’re a first time buyer who wants to get onto the ladder as quickly as possible but seem fraught with hurdles left and right? Whatever the case, it’s completely normal to feel pressured to buy now. Before you make the jump however, you need to be well-prepared and be aware of what you’re getting i...

We’ve always associated the word ‘fitness’ with physical health, but have you ever heard of the term “money fitness”?  Today, we’re talking to Owen Raszkiewicz, Founder of Rask Australia. He shares his tips on what you should do to begin your money fitness journey, get extra funding, manage instant gratification and something a lot of property people don&rs...

Knowing what’s ahead and what to expect when buying property is a huge deal. It saves you from wasting time, money and effort and reduces the fear of spending too much on any property. In this episode, we’re following the journey of Mike and Rhiannon, a couple of first home buyers who have conquered the mountain! We’re going to hear about the lessons they’ve learned, whethe...

Local knowledge is so important when buying property. No one knows an area more than its residents, and a local buyers agent is the perfect person to approach before inking that contract. In this episode, we’re doing a regional spotlight and focusing on the things first home buyers need to know about purchasing property in Geelong and Ballarat. We’re talking to local expert Cate Bakos...

First home buyers can get lost understanding property market jargon. In part one (last week’s episode), we covered some of the people you might come across in your property search as well as some of the terms you might hear mortgage brokers and accountants use. In part two of our real estate user’s guide, we interpret a whole lot more of the commonly used terms (and some of the more ri...

Buying your first home is a big undertaking in itself and not knowing the common terms in property is sure to make your journey a lot more difficult than it should be. In the first episode of this two-part series, we’re going to give you a real estate user’s guide by interpreting a whole bunch of the commonly used terms so that you don’t feel you’re trying to understand a f...

Not all property is what it seems to be. It may look perfect and attractive, but there could be underlying issues that may become a problem in the long run. Building inspectors can see more of a property’s quality than the average person. From pests, structural faults and dampness levels, they help buyers make informed decisions on whether a property is worth buying or not.   ...

Home buying is an incredible and exciting journey, filled with ups and downs and small victories to savour before reaching the top. Whether you’re buying a property on or off the market, having the right knowledge and advice is essential so that you’ll avoid making all the costly mistakes in buying your first home. In this episode, we’re following the journey of HBA Graduate Mich...

Local knowledge is so important when buying property. Whether you’re a rentvestor, or looking to buy an apartment or house, knowing the ins and outs of the local property market is crucial so you don’t make an otherwise easily avoidable mistake. Today, we’re talking to two local experts, Karen Young of Property Zest Buyer’s Agency and Tony Coughran of Simply Gold Coast, who...