Dreaming of building your own home? Paul Collinson breaks down everything first-time buyers need to know about self-build mortgages and how to secure a first-time buyer self-build mortgage with confidence. From stage payments and build costs to lender criteria, deposit requirements, land purchase, and managing cash flow, this episode reveals how self build mortgage finance really works. You’ll learn how lenders assess self-build projects, how to avoid common pitfalls, and how to turn your plot into a finished home. Light, practical, and packed with expert self-build mortgage advice, it’s your essential guide to self build mortgages for first-time buyers, helping you build smarter, faster, and with far less stress.