Buying your first home in Australia? Chances are, you're making at least one of these costly mistakes — and it could be the difference between getting approved or getting rejected, overpaying or negotiating like a pro.
In this episode of Talk Property To Me, we unpack the most common (and avoidable) first home buyer mistakes we see every week in 2025:
✅ How to clean up your bank statements before applying for a loan
✅ Why showing too much emotion at open homes can backfire
✅ The #1 thing you should never tell a real estate agent
✅ What to expect (and not expect) when buying older homes
✅ Why you shouldn't blindly trust the agent's pest and building report
✅ What to know before buying property with a friend
Whether you're looking to buy in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or regional Australia — this episode is packed with first home buyer tips, real-world insights, and things your mortgage broker wishes you knew before making an offer.
🎯 Perfect for: First home buyers in Australia, 2025 property market watchers, and anyone trying to avoid rookie real estate mistakes.
About The Hosts
Brad East
Brad East is the Managing Director of Wisebuy Home Loans. Brad is an award-winning mortgage broker and has helped thousands of clients gain finance to purchase properties. Wisebuy Home Loans is the go-to mortgage brokerage for clients wanting out-of-the-box applications approved.
Website → https://wisebuygroup.com.au LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/newcastlemortgagebroker/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/bradeast_mortgagebroker/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/bradeastofficial
Isaiah Huthnance
Isaiah specialises in helping first home buyers get into the market sooner. With a reputation for cutting through the jargon and making the home loan process simple, Isaiah takes all the hard work out of securing finance for first home buyers.
He helps first time buyers navigate government schemes, low deposit options, stamp duty exemptions, and even guarantor loans, making what feels out of reach suddenly possible. His clients know him for straight answers, quick turnarounds, and personalised advice.
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