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First time buyer guides

After tips on saving for your deposit or wondering whether homeownership is right for you and your financial situation? We’ve got all the important first home buying topics covered here in our first time buyers hub. From understanding home loan terminology to a step-by-step run through of the process of buying your first home, we’ll have you a home buying expert in no time.

What is the First Home Owners Grant?

What is the First Home Owners Grant?

First introduced by the Federal Government in 2000, the First Home Owners Grant is a one-off payment that can help first home buyers with the cost of getting into the property market and paying for a home loan.

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Lenders mortgage insurance and mortgage protection insurance: What’s the difference?

Lenders mortgage insurance and mortgage protection insurance: What’s the difference?

There’s plenty of jargon you’ll need to wrap your head around when looking to buy a home, and one common source of confusion is the difference between lenders mortgage insurance (LMI) and mortgage protection insurance (MPI). Let’s unpack these terms so you can better understand how these products could help you in your home buying journey.

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How to buy your first house

How to buy your first house

Buying your first house can be a long and daunting process, so having a roadmap is helpful. Let’s go through every stage of the home-buying process and lay it out in simple steps, including:

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Guide to the First Home Super Saver Scheme

Guide to the First Home Super Saver Scheme

Are you a first home buyer wondering if you can use your super for a deposit? Well, the First Home Super Saver Scheme (FHSS) may be just what you’re looking for.

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5 money tests to pass before getting your first mortgage

5 money tests to pass before getting your first mortgage

You may be emotionally ready to settle down but how do you know you are financially ready to buy your first home? Taking on a mortgage is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make, so before you take the plunge it’s a good idea to take a moment to learn what are things to know when getting a mortgage.

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