Over the years, we’ve helped tons of first home buyers get on the property ladder, avoid costly mistakes, and become proud homeowners. And we can hardly believe we’ve already hit 200 episodes! 

Today, we’re pulling together the very best tips, lessons, and advice from our most popular episodes—all in one place. If you’ve just joined us or have been with us for a while, this is a fantastic shortcut to the most important things you need to know.

This episode is packed with practical advice, real stories, and those “aha” moments that can really make a difference. So, grab a cup, sit back, and let’s celebrate 200 episodes together — because there’s no better time to learn how to get it right when buying your first home.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Introduction

03:21 - Meighan’s special house of the week

06:29 - A short breakdown of the last 200 episodes

16:36 - Episode 1: What is Your First Home Buyer Guide?

17:06 - Our annual how to prepare to buy each year

18:18 - Episode 9: What is the Importance of a Borrowing Strategy?

19:26 - Episode 41: 6 Things We Wish We Knew Before Buying Our First Property

21:18 - Episode 59: A Quick Step-by-Step Guide to Purchasing Property

22:51 - Episode 40: How Can You Identify A, B, and C Grade Properties?

25:14 - Episode 105: Your First Home Buyer Quick Start Guide

26:01 - Episode 121: Top 5 Tips for Dealing with Real Estate Agents

28:49 - Episode 27: How to Work Out the Right Price to Pay

Resources mentioned in this episode

• Your First Home Buyer Guide Podcast Episode 1: What is Your First Home Buyer Guide? https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/podcasts/001
• Your First Home Buyer Guide Podcast Episode 9: What is the Importance of a Borrowing Strategy? https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/podcasts/009
• Your First Home Buyer Guide Podcast Episode 41: 6 Things We Wish We Knew Before Buying Our First Property https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/podcasts/041
• Your First Home Buyer Guide Podcast Episode 59: A Quick Step-by-Step Guide to Purchasing Property https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/podcasts/059
• Your First Home Buyer Guide Podcast Episode 40: How Can You Identify A, B, and C Grade Properties? https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/podcasts/040
• Your First Home Buyer Guide Podcast Episode 105: Your First Home Buyer Quick Start Guide https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/podcasts/105
• Your First Home Buyer Guide Podcast Episode 121: Top 5 Tips for Dealing with Real Estate Agents https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/podcasts/121
• Your First Home Buyer Guide Podcast Episode 27: How to Work Out the Right Price to Pay https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/podcasts/027

Resources:

• FREE MINI COURSE: How to price property like a professional https://www.homebuyeracademy.com.au/freecourse
• Meet our recommended mortgage brokers at Home Buyer Academy https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/brokers
• Visit our website https://www.homebuyeracademy.com.au/
• Join our Facebook Group to get access to free monthly live Q&A sessions
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourfirsthomebuyerguideaustralia
• Learn how to buy property without making a mistake with our ultimate 10-step online course for first time home buyers https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/YFHBG
• If you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at: Your First Home Buyer Guide Podcast support@homebuyeracademy.com.au
• Looking for a Sydney Buyers Agent? https://www.gooddeeds.com.au
• Work with Veronica: https://www.veronicamorgan.com.au
• Looking for a Brisbane Buyers Agent? https://www.propertypursuit.com.au/
• Work with Meighan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meighanwells/

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