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October 27, 2026

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From savings to settlement: First-time buyer’s roadmap [#243]


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.

#friendswithmoney #vanessawalker #ryanjohnson #househunting #firsthomebuyers

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

Podcast Links:
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3mV0Cbr
Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fSPI2h
Website: https://moneymag.com.au
Email: podcast@moneymag.com.au
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