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Buying Your First Home: Everything You Need to Know

Buying  your first home is exciting, but knowing where to start can sometimes feel overwhelming.

From understanding your borrowing power and how much deposit you may need, to navigating government support, home loans, and the buying process, there’s a lot to consider.

In this practical webinar, mortgage broker Andres Guzman breaks down the first home buying journey and explains the key things you need to know before taking the next step.

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This session is for:

This session is intended for:

  • Anyone thinking about buying their first home.
  • First home buyers planning to purchase within the next 12 months.
  • Buyers who want to better understand their borrowing power and deposit requirements.
  • Anyone wanting to understand the home loan and approval process.
  • Anyone who wants to feel better prepared before starting their property search.
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What you'll learn

In this webinar, Andres will guide you through:

  • How the first home buying process works.
  • Understanding your borrowing power and what can affect it.
  • What lenders look at when assessing a home loan application.
  • Government schemes, grants and concessions that may be available to first home buyers.
  • The additional costs to consider when buying a property.
  • Getting pre-approval and when you should organise it.
  • Common mistakes first home buyers should avoid.
  • How a mortgage broker can help you compare your options and navigate the process.
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About Andres Guzman

Founder and Director of Guzman Finance, Andres Guzman, has more than 17 years of experience across banking, lending and mortgage broking and has helped hundreds of clients secure finance for their first home. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Andres provides clear, personalised guidance to clients from a wide range of backgrounds.

For first home buyers, Andres understands that navigating home loans can feel complicated. He takes the time to understand each client’s goals, clearly explain their options and provide personalised support throughout the process.

From understanding your borrowing power and comparing loan options to preparing your application and progressing towards settlement, Andres is there to guide you through every step of your first home buying journey.

What our clients say:
“As first-home buyers, Andres made the whole process clear, smooth, and stress-free. He was professional, supportive, and always available to answer our questions. We’re so grateful for his help in securing our first home. Highly recommend Andres and Guzman Finance!”

— Derya Akdemir

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Are there government grants or schemes for first home buyers?
There may be government schemes, grants and concessions available to eligible first home buyers. Eligibility depends on your circumstances, where you’re buying and the property itself.
Pre-approval gives you an indication of how much a lender may be prepared to lend you, subject to certain conditions. It can help you better understand your position before you begin seriously looking at properties.
There can be additional costs associated with purchasing a property, including conveyancing or legal fees, inspections, government charges and other purchasing costs. Understanding these expenses early can help you prepare your budget.

You’ll learn about borrowing power, deposits, home loan applications, pre-approval, government assistance, purchasing costs and the key steps involved in preparing to buy your first home.

Yes. The webinar is completely free. Simply register your details to receive instant access to the pre-recorded session.

Yes. If you’d like to discuss your individual circumstances, you can request an obligation-free consultation with Andres.

 

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Requirements vary between lenders, but you’ll generally need identification, evidence of income, details of your savings and deposit, information about existing debts and an overview of your regular living expenses.
A bank can generally only discuss its own home loan products, while Andres has access to 35+ lenders, giving him the ability to compare a wide range of loan options to help find one that suits your circumstances. He can also help prepare your application and guide you through the home loan process from start to finish.