Is it great to have a checklist to refer to when buying a property? 

If you want to spend holidays revisiting the key things you need to know before buying your first home, Veronica and Meighan walk you through this quick start guide of the top 10 episodes that will get you up to speed the fastest.

If you enjoy the show, do like, rate, subscribe, and share it with others! We have loads of resources available and if you’d like to chat, email us at [email protected]!

We’ll see you on the inside! 

 

Episode Highlights: 

1. Introduction [00:10]
2. The three most common first homebuyer mistakes [04:06]
3. Investing fundamentals [07:09]
4. The number one question asked by first homebuyers: Where to buy? [10:02]
5. How to work out the right price to pay? [11:18]
6. How to research property for free? [12:39]
7. How to identify A, B, and C grade properties? [13:42]
8. Avoid these mistakes when buying a property [16:00]
9. Stepping stones strategy [19:13]
10. Step by step through the purchasing process [20:09]
11. Your first home guy [23:43]

 

Links from the Show: 

• https://www.homebuyeracademy.com.au/
  
  

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The months of December to January are notoriously a ‘quiet’ period in the property market…

And as a future first home buyer, it is important that you learn how to make the most of its ebb and flow.

But, what are the things you have to consider to ensure that you’re READY for the year ahead? 

In today’s episode, we’re talking about maximizing quiet time in the housing market by preparing for what’s in store in 2023… 

We discuss planning your private treaty deals, what you’d want to clarify with your broker (before they go on their holiday break!), creating your Dream House Wishlist and more!

If you enjoy the show, do like, rate, subscribe, and share it with others! We have loads of resources available and if you’d like to chat, email us at [email protected]!

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Episode Highlights: 

1. Why December to January is a quiet period in the market [06:12]
2. Finding a support crew [10:54]
3. Securing your borrowing capacity [12:20]
4. Creating your Dream House Wishlist [13:56] 
5. Conducting the search [16:11]
6. Your preferred method of sale [18:25]
7. Preparing for private treaty neogotiations [19:03]
8. What to look for in strata reports [21:58]
9. Assessing the contract [24:14]
10. Negotiating the funds [26:09]
11. Enough time for settlement [29:11]

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What’s BETTER than receiving a Christmas gift that will benefit you for a long time?

And no, we’re not talking about asking your parents for a new house! 

In this episode, we prepared a few things you might want to add to your Christmas wishlist which will help you get on your journey to becoming a first home buyer. 

From initial deposits to knowledge investments and more… we discuss ways your parents and loved ones can help you get onto the property ladder - even if they can’t afford to gift you your first home.

If you enjoy the show, do like, rate, subscribe, and share it with others! We have loads of resources available and if you’d like to chat, email us at [email protected]!

We’ll see you on the inside! 

 

Episode Highlights: 

1. Getting an agent to help with asset selection [05:03]
2. Buying a new home – number one on the Christmas wishlist  [06:21]
3. A gift to bolster your deposit [07:40]
4. The payment of purchasing costs [09:35] 
5. Investing on knowledge [11:01]
6. 50% off on Your First Home Buyer Guide! [16:40]

 

Links from the Show: 

• Episode 49: What Can Go Wrong When Borrowing from the Bank of Mum and Dad https://www.homebuyeracademy.com.au/podcasts/049
• www.getauctionready.com.au – Use the discount code: ACADEMY
• Can my parents be a guarantor for my mortgage? https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/PREPARATION/parents-guarantor-mortgage
  

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What happens if you put Boomer Uncle in a room with two Gen Xers who are old enough to be your mum? 

In today’s episode, we are joined by the host of How to Buy a Home, David Sidoni, to talk about the best Gen X property and life lessons for millennials and Gen Zers.

This is an insightful episode as we discuss some similarities in lessons and advice that apply to both American and Australian property market.

We also delve into the best present day mindset for a long term purchase, why Gen Zs and millennials have the best fiscal growth potential, and what fear is really stopping you from.

If you enjoy the show, do like, rate, subscribe, and share it with others! We have loads of resources available and if you’d like to chat, email us at [email protected]!

We’ll see you on the inside! 

 

Episode Highlights: 

1. Gen X Life Hack: Having a long-term mindset [05:40]
2. The cure for anxiety is financial stability [11:37]
3. Why are Australians afraid of mortgage [15:04]
4. Buying a valuable asset [18:07] 
5. Realizing recency bias [20:27]
6. What is scary today is going to feel comfortable [25:43]
7. Analysis Paralysis: Why it gets in the way [32:35]
8. Adding MORE value to your asset [37:55]
9. Letting Dad make YOUR property decisions? [42:18]
10. The alpha competitive culture in America [46:59]
11. Life will ebb and flow [53:34]

 

Links from the Show: 

• www.howtobuyahome.com
  
  

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When starting your journey to buying your first property, oftentimes, you don’t know what you don’t know. 

You might tend to rely on advice from family, friends and even strangers.

Although their intentions to help you may be well-meaning, some of these “tips and tricks” might be unhelpful information and can do you more harm than good.

In today’s episode, we are listing down some of the wrong and outdated pieces of ‘advice’ you may encounter on your journey to buying your first home.

We also discuss the four stages of consciousness and competence and how you can put this into action.

If you enjoy the show, do like, rate, subscribe, and share it with others! We have loads of resources available and if you’d like to chat, email us at [email protected]!

We’ll see you on the inside! 

 

Episode Highlights: 

1. Property advice you need to unlearn [06:24]
2. Identifying quality, unbiased advice  [10:02]
3. The four stages of consciousness and competence [14:38]
4. Step One: Unconsciously Incompetent [20:10] 
5. Step Two: Being aware of not knowing what you need to know [26:45]
6. Step Three: Developing and applying new skills [27:29]
7. Being consciously competent [32:06]

 

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We’ve finally made it to this incredible milestone of 100 EPISODES!

Thank you for being a part of this journey!

To celebrate this huge achievement, we are giving you our Top 10 Best Tips for Homebuyers from our Top 5 Best Episodes.

From the most common mistakes FHBs make to finding the right timing in the property market, we discuss all that and more. We also talk about how to find the right balance between spending versus saving. 

If you enjoy the show, do like, rate, subscribe, and share it with others! We have loads of resources available and if you’d like to chat, email us at [email protected]!

We’ll see you on the inside! 

 

Episode Highlights: 

1. How to future-proof your cash flow [03:16]
2. Crazy things buyers do when making offers [08:46]
3. Avoiding these top 5 mistakes in a rapidly rising market [14:50]
4. Paying attention to building codes [21:19] 
5. Should you wait for property prices to drop? [26:21]
6. Signs you’re ready to buy your new home [35:56]

 

Links from the Show: 

• https://www.nine.com.au/property/news/house-price-cycles-history-reveals-the-truth-behind-boom-or-bust/d7f6a835-32b2-486d-95d2-202689f2266a
• https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/readiness-quiz
  
  

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In our recent episode, we listened to first-hand horror stories straight from building inspectors…

Today, we’ll be talking about our OWN encounters, stories and experiences we’ve gathered over the past 25 years in the property industry.

What are the common (and not so common) issues we’ve uncovered?

…And what can you learn from them as a first homebuyer?

We discuss some minor B&P problems, from drummy tiles and wonky walls, to MAJOR issues like termite damage and stormwater pipe damages!

If you enjoy the show, do like, rate, subscribe, and share it with others! We have loads of resources available and if you’d like to chat, email us at [email protected]!

We’ll see you on the inside! 

 

Episode Highlights: 

1. Building inspections do not look at cosmetic imperfections [04:10]
2. Building & pest inspectors: the bad and the terrible [15:10]
3. Why you should watch out for rising damp and uneven floors [24:02]
4. The importance of a termite barrier [33:01] 
5. Watching out for termite damage [35:43]
6. Leaking inside walls or floors [42:08]
7. Getting your property thoroughly inspected [43:08]

 

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Recently, the government of New South Wales proposed to offer first home buyers an interesting choice to help them get into the property market sooner.

Homebuyers can opt to choose between a large amount of stamp duty or…

An annual land tax of a much smaller amount.

Now, what are the implications of each option?

In today’s episode, we are going to weigh the pros and cons between saving up another 5% or so on top of your deposit for stamp duty OR committing to an annual land tax bill of a much smaller amount.

We also discuss the possibilities of other states following suit, the qualifications to be considered for this offer, and how both stamp duty and land tax are calculated.

If you enjoy the show, do like, rate, subscribe, and share it with others! We have loads of resources available and if you’d like to chat, email us at [email protected]!

We’ll see you on the inside! 

 

Episode Highlights: 

1. NSW government introduces land tax or stamp duty option [04:20]
2. What is the criteria to qualify? [08:29]
3. Stamp duty on three different price points [12:23]
4. Land value and tax: the investor option [24:56]
5. Stamp duty vs land tax [30:03] 
6. The difference between land component and property improvements  [33:17]
7. Contesting land valuations [36:17]

 

Links from the Show: 

• https://www.nsw.gov.au/initiative/first-home-buyer-choice
• https://www.savings.com.au/news/faster-home-ownership-for-nsw-first-home-buyers#:~:text=Under%20the%20First%20Home%20Buyer,traditional%20upfront%20payment%20for%20properties.
• https://fhbcalculator.service.nsw.gov.au/

 

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It is crucial that, before you purchase a property, you get a thorough building inspection.

Although some results may leave buyers disheartened, uncovering these nasty secrets prior to making a big commitment can save you the time, energy, and money in the long-run.

Unfortunately, for others, it might be too late… What can you do as a homebuyer? 

In this episode, we are joined by building inspectors Zeher Khalil and Ed Waldman from Site Inspections. Lately, their TikTok account (https://www.tiktok.com/@siteinspections) has gone viral due to their scathing exposés on dodgy workmanship. 

Today, Zeher and Ed share some of their inspection horror stories. We talk about the importance of handover inspections, unexpected issues that buyers should be on the lookout for, common faults, and more!

If you enjoy the show, do like, rate, subscribe, and share it with others! We have loads of resources available and if you’d like to chat, email us at [email protected]!

We’ll see you on the inside! 

 

Episode Highlights: 

1. Why Zeher Khalil left the building trade [04:31]
2. The difficulty of finding good tradies at the moment [06:17]
3. The waterproofing process [07:26]
4. Getting the builder to come back and fix your property [11:22] 
5. Building inspection horror stories [15:23]
6. Why builders need to adapt and improve their standards [20:39]
7. The process of hiring a building inspector [25:17]
8. The most common faults seen in an inspection [31:06] 
9. How have builders responded online [40:23]
10. Buying a renovated home [46:14]
11. What should buyers look for in a building inspector [50:19]

 

Links from the Show: 

• Site Inspections (https://www.siteinspections.com.au/)
  
  

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In our previous episode, we talked about the challenges rising interest rates pose.

Now, we are tackling the best approaches to this worsening unaffordability issue… How can home hunters manage their risks effectively? 

In this follow-up episode, we’re talking about the best strategies for first home buyers to cope with rising interest rates. 

We also weigh in on timing the market according to your allotted budget, assessing your financial capacity, outsaving the property market, rentvesting as an option, and more!

If you enjoy the show, do like, rate, subscribe, and share it with others! We have loads of resources available and if you’d like to chat, email us at [email protected]!

We’ll see you on the inside! 

 

Episode Highlights: 

1. Recap: The impact of rising interest rates on a buyer’s borrowing capacity [01:55]
2. The amount you own versus the amount you owe [03:02]
3. The difference a bad mortgage broker can make [08:49]
4. Is fear of debt always reasonable? [12:32] 
5. What can cause you to lose borrowing capacity? [16:57]
6. Planning ahead: coping with rising interest rates [19:37]
7. Rentvesting as an option [22:44]
8. Advice from Meighan and Veronica [27:11]

 

Links from the Show: 

• Episode 95 | What Special Conditions Should You Include in a Private Treaty Negotiation?
  
  

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