Friends With Money #243: First-time buyer's roadmap
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Are you looking to buy a new home?
This week on the Friends with Money podcast, Vanessa Walker, managing editor of Money, and journalist Ryan Johnson dive deep into the home-buying process for first-time buyers.
They discuss the essential steps from initial research, engaging with mortgage brokers and financial advisors,
to pre-approval, making offers, and the final settlement. Get practical tips for navigating real estate websites, understanding mortgage pre-approval, and the importance of conveyancers.
00:20 First steps for first-time home buyers
01:38 Researching and narrowing down your options
03:05 Engaging with professionals: Mortgage brokers and financial advisors
05:42 Understanding mortgage pre-approval 07:51 Making an offer and preparing for settlement
10:25 Settlement day and moving in
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Friends With Money is a weekly personal finance podcast by Money magazine, offering expert insights on investing, budgeting, superannuation, property, and other money strategies for everyday Australians.
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