Listener Q&A: What to Do When You Cant Afford Your Dream Home

Published: May 16, 2023, 7 p.m.

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As a first-time home buyer in Australia, you may be feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of the property market, often faced with a myriad of questions and challenges. How can you afford the property you need? How do you find the right buyer\'s agent to guide you through the process? And how can you make informed decisions when the sold prices aren\'t published?

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Today, we\'ll be addressing these questions and more, providing you with valuable insights and advice on your journey to becoming a homeowner in Australia.

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Whether you\'re just starting out or you\'ve already been searching for months, you\'ll find plenty of useful tips and strategies to help you on your journey towards home ownership in Australia. So tune in!

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Episode Highlights:

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00:00 - Introduction

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02:06 - Meighan\\u2019s special house of the week

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03:27 - Options for first home buyers who can\\u2019t afford to buy the property they want to live in

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09:47 - How mortgage brokers help you determine your borrowing capacity

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15:12 - Picking the right buyer\\u2019s agent to help out with your property advice needs

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23:47 - How to find the sale price of recently sold properties that are not disclosed?

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25:35 - Where to start in the buying process

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27:39 - Not enough savings for a deposit \\u2014\\xa0thoughts on a Government Shared Equity Scheme?

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Resources:

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