If you are stressed about stopping renting is scary, don't panic. I remember that feeling. The debt. The fear of rejection. The fear of overpaying. Major life event. But it is also the greatest thing you will ever do. Owning a home is wealth. No landlord. You can paint a wall. You own it.
This town is ideal for your first purchase. Why?. It is cheap. You can still buy in the $400s. Look for that in the city. You can't. Here, secure a home a decent block for an entry level price. We have land. Choices exist.
But you need a guide. It is complex. Conveyancers, forms. Hard work. Your local agent, I love first home buyers. I will teach you. Ask me anything. I want you to own. Let's look at the process calmly.
The Anxiety Of The Deposit Hurdle
The deposit is the biggest barrier. Getting that lump sum paying a landlord is hard. You must start. Or do you?. There are schemes. The First Home Guarantee. Just a small amount. Ask the bank. It might be possible sooner than you think.
Family guarantor. Parental help secure the loan with no deposit if they back you. It is a big ask. Many do it. No need for Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI). This can save $10,000+. Consider it.
The old fashioned way, cut costs. Save hard. The reward is huge. Moving in it pays off. Keep saving. The house is there.
Talking To Brokers And Banks
Don't inspect without finance. See a broker. A broker is better. They check 30 banks. They find the best deal for you. Get a pre-approval. This is a letter saying the bank will lend up to a certain amount.
The benefit? Certainty. Looking at a house, you are ready. Putting in a bid, I listen to you. If you say "I need to check finance," It is risky. A pre-approved buyer gets the deal.
It costs nothing. The bank pays them. Make an appointment. You learn your limit. Stop dreaming if you can borrow $400k. Disappointing. Stick to the budget.
Understanding The Hidden Costs
Buying a house is just the start. Extras. Stamp duty. Here, it costs a lot. Know the amount. Good news, for first home buyers, no tax if you build (check current rules). Existing property, it applies. Don't forget it.
Legal costs. Building inspection. Application fees. Moving costs. Internet setup. It adds up. Keep some savings. Don't spend every cent at the start. Money is needed for the process.
I can help. I can estimate the total. I have contacts cheap conveyancers. Be prepared. Knowledge is power.
What To Look For At Open Inspections
Looking at houses, ignore the styling. Furniture leaves. Look deeper. Check the walls Check gutters. Look at frames. Is it damp?. Listen to the road.
Stay cool with the decor. Fall in love the land. Fix the bathroom. Location is fixed. The entry point, opportunity. The fixer-upper is the bargain. Make money. The perfect house is expensive. Buy potential.
Get a building inspection. Essential. Small cost. Protects you. Structural damage, you need to know before cooling off ends. If the report is bad, you can walk away (during cooling off). Avoid disaster.
Securing Your Dream Home
Making an offer is nerve-wracking. What price? Don't lowball crazy. You lose. Don't waste money. Ask the agent. "Where is the interest?." I can't reveal offers, I give hints. "You need to be higher." Read between lines.
Sign a contract. Just saying a price are weak. A signed contract is powerful. It shows you are real. The owner sees it. Higher chance to accept. Commit.
If it sells to another, stay positive. There will be another. Learn from it. Maybe you offered too low Offer more. Experience helps. Don't stop. Success will come. I will help you. Hand over keys. My favourite moment. Do it.
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