In this episode, Michelle talks to Aaron Christie-David, the founder and director of Atelier Wealth and the author of The Happy Home Loan Handbook about how to nail your pre-approval and get ready for your mortgage in 2025!

Michelle and Aaron highlight things you need to consider before talking to a Mortgage Broker, red flags lenders look out for in your application, how to choose the right type of property to improve your lending options, why ignoring market noise can help you stay focused on your property goals, what you need to know about conditional vs unconditional approvals.

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In this episode of the Buy Your Side podcast, Michelle dives into the important considerations you need to make when selecting a Buyer’s Agent, including key qualities and red flags that can make or break your property buying experience.

Michelle highlights how to identify an underqualified Buyer’s agent, why proven track records and deep knowledge matters, understanding service transparency and fees, why working with a team ensures you aren’t sacrificing on quality + more.

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In this episode, Michelle talks about poignant lessons from her client interactions over the years.

You'll learn the importance of researching areas you may not have thought of buying in, the restriction around pets in apartments, why you must read the strata report before buying an apartment, and what makes Michelle say no to a potential client.

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In this episode, Michelle draw parallels between the world of dating and the property market. While it might seem like a strange comparison, Michelle uncovers some surprising similarities that can help you navigate buying with a bit more insight.

You'll learn how property photos can be just as misleading as dating app profiles, why lighting in photos might reveal more than you think, the importance of viewing multiple properties before making a decision, trusting the right people and the dangers of making an impulsive purchase after missing out on other properties.

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In this episode, Michelle dives into the often frustrating question, “Why don’t agents disclose the selling price of a property?”

You will learn who can request to keep a property's sale price confidential, reasons why the property's sale price is kept undisclosed, why privacy is so important when it comes to real estate,. different tactics some agents use to manage market expectations, and different ways you can find out these undisclosed sales prices yourself!

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In this episode, Michelle discusses the process of how sales reserves are set and the common misconceptions surrounding price guides and reserves in property auctions.

In today’s episode, you will learn how price guides are determined, and by whom, the legal obligations a sales agent has when offers are made and rejected, how auction reserves are set, and by whom, and why you shouldn’t pay attention to how much a property sells above the reserve price.

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In this episode, Michelle discusses the importance of setting your limit for an auction.

In today’s episode, you will learn how to stop over committing in the heat of the moment, the importance of researching comparable sales, how to assess the competition, and how to emotionally prepare yourself for an auction.

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In this episode, Michelle discusses the rise of the bank of Mum and Dad.

In today’s episode, you will learn why clear expectations need to be set, why open and honest communication is crucial, the importance of professional guidance, and about the legal and financial considerations.

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In this episode, Michelle discusses the importance of understanding strata by-laws.

In today’s episode, you will learn why you need to read the by-laws prior to purchasing, how reading the by-laws can save you money, where to find the by-laws, and what strata can restrict you from doing.

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In this episode, Michelle discusses how ignorance may be sabotaging your property search.

In today’s episode, you will learn how your limiting beliefs may be leaving you stuck, the importance of basing property decisions on facts and figures, how to make informed compromises, and what alternative financial solutions can be explored.

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