Most first home buyers think a mortgage is just a loan but understanding how it actually works can help you use it as a tool for long-term flexibility and freedom.

In this episode, Jack Elliott breaks down how your mortgage works behind the scenes, from principal and interest to loan terms, repayment options, and how banks calculate interest daily. You’ll learn what really happens after settlement, how repayments are structured, and what influences the total cost of your loan over time.

If you’ve ever wondered where your money actually goes each month or how lenders calculate your repayments, this episode explains it all in clear, simple terms.

In this episode:

🔑 What a mortgage actually is

🔑 Principal, interest, and how repayments are calculated

🔑 How interest is charged daily and what that means for you

🔑 Loan terms explained and how they shape total repayments

🎧 Listen now and understand exactly how your mortgage works with clarity and confidence.

Timestamps 

00:00 - Introduction to how your Mortgage Actually Works 

01:28 - What is a Mortgage?  

02:06 - Key Parts of a Mortgage

02:59 - Understanding Interest & How it is Calculated 

03:24 - How Much Do You Really Pay Back? 

04:55 - Understanding Interest Rates 

05:34 - Variable Interest Rates 

06:58 - Fixed Interest Rate

08:07 - Rates Will Change Over Time & Assessment Buffers 

08:59 - How Repayments Work 

10:23 - Loan Terms & Flexibility 

11:54 - Loan Fees & Features 

12:16 - Wrap Up on Understanding Mortgages & Key Takeaway

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Episode 3 | Unlocking the Real Cost of Buying Your First Home 

Episode 6 | Unlocking Asset Quality: How to Choose the Right Property as a First Home Buyer

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