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March 18, 2022 Ep 19. Top Five things to do before speaking with a Broker
If you are thinking of buying, it’s important to prepare before getting a mortgage. In this episode, Michelle chats with mortgage broker Michael Chiel from Stonehouse Group who shares his top 5 things to do before speaking with a broker.
Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:
- Why planning on what you’re wanting to buy is an important step
- How to do research on the property market
- Understanding your deposit
- Get to know your spending habits and budget
- How being honest with your broker can work in your favour
0 min
February 22, 2022 Ep 18. The Risks With Buying Off The Plan
If you are thinking of buying something off the plan or a newly constructed property, Michelle explains some risks involved and what to look out for - so you can make informed decisions.
Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:
— How developers are making money off new builds
— Council and building certifications and how that affects you
— Building delays and the consequences involved
— Investor versus owner occupied properties
— The top things to think about before buying off the plan
13 min
February 22, 2022 Ep 17. Should I Wait To Buy In Case Prices Drop?
It’s the burning question on every buyer's lips - Should I wait to buy in case prices drop?
Michelle explains the impacts of waiting for a bargain, and why buying now could be a better idea.
Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:
— Is waiting for the market to drop a good idea?
— How waiting can end up costing you more money.
— Interest rate rises vs. lower property prices.
— Bargains, do they really exist?
— What are micro-markets, and what do I need to be aware of?
7 min
January 25, 2022 Ep 16. What Can A Buyers Agent Do For You?
You are ready to choose a buyer’s agent but are confused by who you should pick? Michelle explains exactly what to look for in a buyer’s agent so that you will have the best buying experience possible.
Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:
— Checking a buyer’s agent’s reputability
— What kind of experience a buyer’s agent should have
— Seeing past the marketing of a buyer’s agent
— What a good buyer’s agent can do for you
— Questions to ask a buyer’s agent before you sign the dotted line
23 min
December 16, 2021 Ep 15. What Do Buyers Agents Charge?
Have you ever been confused by how a Buyers Agent charges for their services? In this episode Michelle breaks down the 3 different ways that Buyers Agents will price themselves to the buyer.
Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:
— Percentage-based pricing
— Tiered-based pricing
— Fixed fee pricing
— Buyers Agents’ motivations behind their chosen pricing model
9 min
December 01, 2021 Ep 14. Property Market Trends for 2022
Looking ahead to 2022, Michelle dives into the emerging trends in the property market, and gives some insight into how to stay up to date with these trends.
Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:
- Which trends are emerging in the property market
- Areas to look out for in Sydney
- Which types of properties to keep an eye out for
- Which demographics will cause the biggest shift in property prices
12 min
November 18, 2021 Ep 13. Is It Worth Trying To Buy Before Christmas?
With Christmas approaching, Michelle takes a look at the benefits of keeping on top of the market during the festive season of 2021.
Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:
- Should you keep in touch with the market during the Christmas period?
- What kinds of properties are listed during the Christmas period?
- Real Estate Agents’ motivations towards the end of the year
- How to prepare as a buyer for maximum negotiation leverage
7 min
November 04, 2021 Ep 12. Creative Couplings with Daisy Ashworth - Mortgage Mates
On today’s show we have guest speaker Daisy Ashworth, founder of the property investment matchmaking site, Mortgage Mates. Michelle and Daisy go into the details about how Mortgage Mates was started and how it can help home buyers gain entry into otherwise inaccessible property markets.
Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:
- Who is Daisy Ashworth?
- What is Mortgage Mates?
- How can Mortgage Mates help you?
- How does Mortgage Mates work?
1 hr 18 min
October 28, 2021 Ep 11. How To Pay Your Deposit
This episode takes a look at how to pay your deposit, and the three most common options that are available for you such as EFT, Cheque, and the newer Macquarie Auction Deft Pay.
Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:
- Deposit payment options
- Changing your transfer limit with your bank
- Banker’s drafts
- Using cheques
7 min
October 14, 2021 Ep 10. 10 Hacks in 10 Minutes
This episode takes you through 10 property inspection hacks in 10 minutes to help you find a property even during the lockdown. Michelle breaks down the most important things to look out for when inspecting a property, touching on areas such as lighting, storage, air-conditioning, parking, and many more.
Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:
- Keeping an objective frame of mind during an inspection
- How to inspect a property under a time constraint
- What to bring when inspecting a property
- How to check a property’s suitability online
22 min

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The Buy Your Side (BYS) podcast is developed with the aim to help buyers in the market who are looking to increase their knowledge, equalise the balance of power and gain the tools they need to make better property buying decisions.