✅ Episode 2: The Three Most Common First Home Buyer Mistakes
Kicking off the checklist is a listener favourite—Episode 2. Learn how to:

• Avoid taking advice from the wrong people (yes, even well-meaning friends and family).
• Understand the real impact of government grants on your property choices.
• Think long-term and resist short-sighted decisions that can harm your future wealth.

This episode lays the foundation for critical thinking and smarter decision-making.

💡 Episode 5: Investment Fundamentals Every Buyer Must Know
Even if you're buying your home to live in, it's still an investment. This episode helps you:

• Differentiate between "investment grade" and "investor stock."
• Understand why capital growth is more important than rental yield.
• Learn the seven investment fundamentals that apply to your property choice.

Don't fall into the trap of buying a "tax deduction"—learn what makes a property truly grow in value.

📍 Episode 11: The Most Asked Question—Where Should I Buy?
This episode teaches you that "where should I buy?" isn't a one-size-fits-all question. You'll discover:

• The "3 Ps" of price, property type, and position.
• Why a personal process, not a trending location, should drive your decision.
• How to align your values, needs, and budget with the right location.

Perfect for those feeling overwhelmed by choice or confused by hotspot hype.

💸 Episode 27: How to Work Out What to Pay
Forget the "add 10% to guide price" myth. Here you'll learn:

• Why Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) can wildly mislead you.
• A reliable step-by-step process to determine property value.
• How to spot under- or overpriced listings with confidence.

Essential listening for anyone interested in avoiding over-paying - or continually missing out through not offering enough.

🆓 Episode 34: How to Research Property for Free
Save time, money, and stress by learning:

• Which websites and tools offer the most valuable (and free) property data.

• How to filter out noise and misleading stats.
• How to dig deeper and find red flags on your own.

This is a goldmine for DIY researchers wanting credible, no-cost insights.

🏠 Episode 40: What Is A, B and C Grade Property?
If you want capital growth, you need to learn how to:

• Identify A-grade properties that perform best over time.
• Avoid B- and C-grade traps that seem cheap but don't deliver.
• Understand how market conditions reveal hidden property risks.

This episode helps you avoid buyer's remorse by teaching what truly makes a quality asset.

🧠 Episode 41: 6 Things We Wish We Knew When Buying Our First Homes
This candid and insightful episode covers:

• Rookie mistakes Veronica and Meighan made themselves.
• What to look for in sales agents and how to read between the lines.
• Lessons in renovation, negotiation, and preparing for your next property.

Essential listening for first-time buyers who want to avoid expensive regrets.

🪜 Episode 43: The Stepping Stone Strategy
Your first home likely won't be your forever home—so:

• Understand the 3 key buyer types and which one you are.
• Learn how to choose a property that helps you climb the property ladder.
• Develop a strategy aligned with your lifestyle, risk tolerance, and long-term goals.

A must-hear for buyers wanting both flexibility and future growth.

🧭 Episode 59: The 10 Steps to Buy a House – The P.A.C.E. System
This episode walks you through the complete buying process, step-by-step:

1. Prepare: Build your support team, get finance-ready, and create a plan.

2. Act: Search, inspect, and revise your approach as needed.

3. Commit: Understand sale methods, due diligence, and contract obligations.

4. Execute: Negotiate well and settle successfully.

This forms the structural core of your first home buyer checklist.

🎓 Episode 73: When Should You Do the Course?
Finally, learn when and how to educate yourself:

• Discover why learning before you buy saves you time and money.
• Understand the common "out-of-order" mistakes buyers make.
• Decide whether you need the course now or later based on your unique journey.

You'll also hear student stories of transformation—people who went from overwhelmed to empowered by following the steps in the right order.

📝 Why This Episode Matters
Episode 105 isn't just another property podcast episode—it's the hub of your home buying education. By listening to these ten curated episodes, you'll shortcut months of stress and avoid classic traps. Whether you're saving for a deposit, attending your first open home, or preparing to make an offer, this guide puts you in the driver's seat.

👉 Ready to get started? Check out THE First Home Buyer Course.