Avoiding Auction Regret: Lessons from a Victoria Buyer’s $43K Loss

Imagine saving for years, finally building up a $43,000 deposit, only to risk losing it all because of one overlooked detail. That’s exactly what happened to a Victorian first home buyer caught out by a little-known property type — and the fine print of a government scheme. In this episode, Meigh…

Strata Levies, Villa Units & Contract Traps: Your Questions Answered

Scary strata reports, surprise levies, and the fear of being gazumped — these are the traps that can derail a first home buyer’s journey. In this episode, we dive into the most recent questions buyers are asking in our Facebook Group. You’ll hear how to approach a strata report without panicking, …

Melbourne Case Study: How to Keep Going When You Keep Missing Out

Buying your first home is rarely a straight line — and for Nathan and James, the road was full of detours, tough calls, and more than a few near misses.  In this episode, we follow their journey from eager house hunters to proud Melbourne homeowners, sharing exactly how they navigated a fast-movin…

Stuck & Ready to Quit? How to Beat Home Buyer Blues

Buyer fatigue is real — and if you’re ready to quit, this episode is your reset. Veronica and Meighan break down why so many first home buyers lose momentum—and how to get back on track without compromising on the things that matter most. They unpack the signs of buyer burnout, how to spot when yo…

Capital Gains, Rentvesting & Deposit Myths: Your Toughest Money Questions Answered

Can you rent out your first home without losing your grant? How does the six-year exemption for capital gains tax really work? How much deposit is actually enough? And can you even use the 5% scheme to buy hectares of land? In this episode, we answer your biggest money questions straight from our …

Fix the Habits, Change the Game: What It Really Takes to Buy Your First Home

Every media headline says you can’t buy a home nowadays. Your friends say it. Even your brain believes it. But here’s the truth: it’s still possible — if you build the right habits.   In this episode, we call out the loop of doomscrolling, lifestyle inflation, and Uber Eats blowouts that keep fir…

Hope or Hype? Perth, Brisbane & Melbourne Property Calls Answered

Is Perth still a good place to buy? Are Brisbane’s grants helping or hurting buyers? Is Sunbury in Melbourne a smart move – or a big mistake? In this episode, we answer some questions from our Facebook group. We're talking about real risks, tricky choices, and what you need to know before you buy. …

Red Flags, Gut Feels & Solid Wins: A Smarter Way to Buy Your First Home

Buying your first home? Then you’ve probably felt that uneasy “something’s not right” feeling during an inspection—and that gut instinct might be your greatest tool. In this episode, we unpack the subtle red flags and shady tactics many first-time buyers miss, from fake urgency and underquoting to…

When Waiting for First Home Buyer Incentives Could Cost You More

Think that waiting for a first home buyer grant is the smart move? Think again. In this episode of Your First Home Buyer Guide, we uncover how waiting for the “perfect” government incentive can set you back by tens of thousands of dollars. You’ll hear real examples of buyers who hesitated and ende…

When the Bank of Mum and Dad Goes Horribly Wrong

Is getting help from your parents really the golden ticket into the property market or could it actually be setting you up for financial trouble? In this episode, we break down the real risks of the Bank of Mum and Dad, especially for first home buyers who aren’t financially prepared to take on hom…