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The ultimate first home buyer checklist
The key steps to purchase your first property.
Last updated: 14 July 2025
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Navigating your first home buyer journey can feel overwhelming. This ultimate checklist provides confidence by clarifying the key steps and professionals who can help you purchase your first property.
It breaks down the specific roles of your:
- Mortgage broker or bank
- Lawyer or solicitor
- Real estate agent
Understanding who to consult and when will help you confidently manage the process and get ready to start ticking things off your list.
When you start your first home buyer journey, there's an information overload. Everyone has an opinion, and sometimes it's hard to know who to trust.
Our handy checklist will give you the confidence on who can help you when, from what your mortgage broker/bank can do for you to your lawyer/solicitor.
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