The First Home Playbook

The First Home Playbook

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The First Home Playbook episodes

  • I Negotiated $120k Off (Then Missed This Red Flag)

    I Negotiated $120k Off (Then Missed This Red Flag)

    Buying your first home is stressful enough - but what happens when you negotiate a massive win… and still get blindsided by a cost you didn’t see coming?

    In today’s episode, I’m sharing the true story of how I secured a $120,000 discount on a property, only to miss a simple red flag that cost us $1,500 just two weeks later.

    This episode will help you feel seen, supported, and way more prepared as you step into home ownership.

    Inside this episode:

    • The exact moment I realised we’d missed a major red flag
    • Why even confident buyers overlook small details (and how to stop it happening to you)
    • The psychology of negotiations - and why “wins” can make you miss things
    • How to reduce unexpected costs as a first-home buyer
    • The practical steps I should have taken (so you can take them instead)


      • You’ll walk away with:

      • More confidence to follow your instincts
      • A smarter, calmer approach to property decisions
      • The questions to ask before you sign anything
      • A mindset shift that protects you from avoidable mistakes


        • If you’re buying your first home in 2026 - in a market that feels intense, competitive and overwhelming - this episode will steady you and show you how to stay strategic.

        👉🏽 Want more support?

        Download my free First Home Buyer Costs Checklist here – the exact tool that helps you plan for the expenses most people forget. 

        Or join The First Home Finance Formula - my 6 month, self-paced online education program. It's packed with so much guidance and support. Learn more here.

        ➡️ Let's Connect!

        • Follow me on Instagram: @jaleesapaine
        • Get tools, guides & support: www.jaleesapaine.com


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          16 min
        • I Lost the Auction... But Learned This

          Buying your first home is emotional, overwhelming, and full of second-guessing - especially when you’re dealing with high stakes and fast-moving auctions.

          In today’s episode, I take you behind the scenes of the auction I was convinced we would win… until it slipped away in less than a minute.

          Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

          • Why auctions feel so intense - and how your emotions can hijack your decisions
          • The exact moment things fell apart for us (and what I wish I’d done differently)
          • The strategy I used afterwards that completely changed our next buying experience
          • How to shift from emotional house hunting to calm, strategic decision-making
          • Why data beats drama every single time (and how to use it to your advantage)

            • If you’ve ever left an inspection or auction feeling defeated, embarrassed, or like you’ll “never get there,” this episode will help you reset, regroup, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

            👉🏽 For Tools & Links Mentioned

            • Follow me on Instagram: @jaleesapaine
            • Get tools, guides & support: www.jaleesapaine.com 


              • 🎧 If you enjoyed this episode 

              Hit Subscribe so you don’t miss next Tuesday’s episode! And feel free to share it with someone else on the path to their first home.

              22 min
            • Trailer: Welcome to The First Home Playbook

              Welcome to The First Home Playbook!

              The podcast helping everyday Aussies buy their first place with more clarity, confidence, and a whole lot less overwhelm.

              If you’re dreaming of buying your first home but feel:

              • priced out
              • confused by the process
              • unsure who to trust
              • or scared you’ll miss something important...

                • You’re in the right place.

                In this trailer, I’ll share what you can expect from the show, and how it will support you through the emotional, practical, and financial sides of buying your first place.

                Each week, you’ll hear real stories, money mindset support, actionable strategies, and grounded guidance to help you navigate the home buying journey with less stress and far fewer second-guessing moments.

                New episodes drop weekly, with content designed to be clear, digestible, and empowering. 

                If you’re ready to cut through the noise and take confident steps toward buying your first home, hit subscribe so you don’t miss an episode.

                CONNECT WITH ME HERE 👇🏽

                • Follow along on Instagram: @jaleesapaine
                • Explore more at: www.jaleesapaine.com
                • Learn more my online education program, The First Home Finance Formula here.

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                  2 min

                About The First Home Playbook

                From the publisher's feed

                Buying your first home in Australia feels harder than ever. So many first home buyers feel priced out, confused by the process, unsure who to trust, and wonder if they'll ever actually get there.