Buying your first property is already nerve-wracking — but nothing rattles buyers more than hearing, “There’s another offer on the table.” Is it true competition, or just a sales tactic designed to push you into bidding more than you planned?

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.

From cracked balconies and scary strata reports to surprise levies and even the risk of being gazumped, first home buyers often feel like they’re walking through a minefield of hidden risks. These issues can seem overwhelming at first glance — but many of them can be managed if you know what to look for and how to prepare.

Buying your first home in Melbourne isn’t just about saving a deposit — it’s about navigating the real challenges that stand between you and the keys.

Feeling stuck or overwhelmed buying a home for the first time? This episode guides you through buyer fatigue, smart resets, and tips for navigating the stress.

Confused about rentvesting, PPOR, or stamp duty concessions? Learn how much deposit you need, how grants work, and what to know before buying your first home.

Is it still possible to buy your first home in Australia? Yes — but only if you fix the habits holding you back. Learn what it really takes to own your first home.

Looking into First Home Buyer Grants Australia? Learn how grants impact your property choices in Perth, Brisbane, and Melbourne with expert insights and advice.

We break down the key warning signs you need to watch out for, show you how to separate emotion from facts, and explain what questions to ask when things feel off.

Think waiting for a first home buyer grant will give you an edge? It could actually cost you your dream home. This episode breaks down the “Incentive Illusion” and shows you how to take control of your buying power.

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 home ownership.

Should I buy my forever home now, even if I’m not quite ready for it yet? That’s the question we’re unpacking in this episode. We’ve come across a few first home buyers who are in the rare position of being able to afford more than they need, and it’s worth talking about. Because while the budget might say “forever home,” the lifestyle might be saying, “not just yet.

In this episode, we’re sharing the do’s and don’ts of auction day. We talk about the psychology behind the bidding process, what makes people lose control, and why staying calm and knowing your walk-away price is non-negotiable. There’s strategy involved, and if you don’t know it, you could end up making an expensive mistake.

Building and pest reports are one of those things that can completely spook a first home buyer, and we’ve seen it happen time and time again. You get the report back, and suddenly it feels like everything’s falling apart. But here’s what we’ve learned after decades in the business: red flags in property inspections are only red flags if you don’t know how to interpret them.

What could possibly go wrong on the day you’re supposed to finally get the keys to your new home? More than you think. In this episode, we'll walk you through what really happens on settlement day, and why you absolutely need to be prepared. This is the final step in your buying journey, and trust us, it’s not always smooth sailing.

Buying your first home can feel like a lot, especially when you’re trying to figure it all out on your own. In this episode, we take you inside a real coaching session with one of our students who’s in the thick of it, asking smart questions and facing some pretty common challenges. This is exactly the kind of conversation we have each week inside our program, and we’re sharing it because we know so many of you will relate.

In this episode, we’re joined by mortgage broker Andrew Wheatley to talk about the one big mistake we keep seeing first home buyers make: getting stuck on staying under the grant or concession thresholds. Andrew works with buyers every day and has a really practical way of helping people step back and look at the bigger picture, not just what they might save today, but what that decision could mean for their future wealth and lifestyle.

How do we deal with some of the quirkiest first-home-buyer dilemmas? In this episode, we’re answering real questions from our Facebook group; like whether it’s a bad idea to buy next to a substation, what to do when we’re weighing up LMI and rentvesting, and how to make sense of strata reports when there’s not a lot to go on. It’s all the stuff that doesn’t always have a black and white answer, but definitely deserves a proper chat.

You’ve got your deposit sorted, your plans lined up, and you’re finally ready to buy your first home, and then boom… one small misstep knocks you out of the running for a scheme that could’ve saved you tens of thousands.

In this episode, we walk you through seven practical tips that help you stay in the game. We talk about why speed and preparation matter more than ever, how to get to know your area like the back of your hand, and when it’s time to pivot to surrounding suburbs if your dream location slips out of reach. We also explain why knowing property values inside and out is key, and why skipping due diligence; no matter how tempting, is never worth the risk.