This episode follows Heidi's journey, a first-time home buyer and a Home Buyer Academy graduate who shares the story of how she went from dreaming of owning a home to actually making it a reality.

We discuss Heidi’s journey of saving money, learning about the home buying process, and searching for the perfect home. We dive into the challenges she faced and the decisions she had to make along the way (she even recounts the experience of how she almost bought the wrong property).

Through Heidi’s story, we aim to provide practical advice and insights for others who are considering buying their first home. Join us as we follow her inspiring journey from dreamer to homeowner.

If you’re thinking about buying a home or probably know someone who does, this episode has something for you. So let’s dive in and get started!

Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Introduction

02:57 - When did Heidi decide that she wanted to buy a property

03:55 - How long did it take Heidi to save up enough money to buy a property

07:01 - When did Heidi start learning about how to buy a property

08:41 - Why did Heidi’s criteria for property selection evolve?

12:39 - How Heidi's perception of properties changed from online to in-person

16:49 - What got Heidi to the point of saying “this is the one”

17:28 - How Heidi almost bought the wrong house

20:51 - How Heidi balanced her preferences and concerns during the decision-making

26:10 - What process did Heidi use to buy the property: Private treaty or auction?

29:08 - How long did the decision-making process take before finalising the purchase

31:10 - How Heidi feels now that she has a mortgage

32:45 - Heidi’s plans of moving in

33:52 - Heidi’s advice for those who are still hesitating about doing the first home buyer guide

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/
• 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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