The Home Run: The First Home Buyers Guide

Sue Ostler is a Buyer’s Agent in Sydney. Sue brings an added level of expertise to clients through her postgraduate degree in psychological sciences. In this episode, Sue cracks open the psychology of buying a house. She discusses whether there is any value in using love as a factor for a purchase, why people fall in love with properties, and how to prevent your heart from getting broken by a property you’ve emotionally over-invested in. Resources and links: Sue Ostler on LinkedIn Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Renee Young is a first-time home buyer. After years of saving and research, she bought her first home in 2021 in Brisbane, QLD. In this episode, Renee takes us through her journey to home ownership, including her struggle to be taken seriously by selling agents as a single young person. She shares how she managed her expectations and compromised to buy a property within her means. She also highlights the importance of ensuring you have the time, money, and energy for renovations and researching your contractors so you don’t have to redo your brand-new bathroom six months later. Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Jade Fitzgerald is the Principal and Owner of Ideal Buyer’s Agency. Ideal Buyer’s Agency works with prospective home buyers who are lost in the weeds of the process to help them find their forever home. In this episode, Jade expresses why she’s passionate about helping first-home buyers, how to make the most of a buyer’s agent’s services, and the best way to buy a property when you can’t look at it yourself. She also opens up about The Forgotten Women project and why it matters. Resources and links: Ideal Buyer’s Agency websiteThe Forgotten Women Project websiteJade Fitzgerald on LinkedIn Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Fletcher Austin is a first-time home buyer. Not long ago, Fletcher was in the same position as you: preparing to buy his first home. In late 2020, he purchased a block of land in Darwin, NT and built his house. In this episode, Fletcher will explain why he chose to build his own home instead of buying a pre-existing home and the benefits of that choice. He’ll also get into the best reasons to live in a regional area and how he used timely government incentives to speed up his timeline. Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

To get you through the dog days of summer, we have more excellent advice from our property wizards! In this episode, Molly Benjamin will talk through the power of mindset when buying property and building your wealth. Kent Lardner shares his feelings about the current fixation on the dollar value of property and how research shows we need to invest in more social housing. Dr Nicola Powell explains what she does as the Chief of Economics and Research at Domain and what trends she’s been seeing. Full episode links: Molly Benjamin episodeKent Lardner episodeDr Nicola Powell episode Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

New year, new home? To kick off the year, we’re bringing you a very special episode of The Home Run. We’ve rounded up some of the best tips we heard in 2023, to help you gear up for the property market in 2024. In this episode, you’ll hear from some of our favourites. Jarrod McCabe from Wakelin Property Advisory breaks down the property ladder. Amy Lunardi shares her tips for what you should do first when you’ve decided to buy a new home. And Veronica Morgan drops by to talk about one of our favourite subjects: auctions. Full episode links: Veronica Morgan episodeJarrod McCabe episodeAmy Lunardi episode Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Julie Crockett is the Director of Australian Property Investment Solutions (API). When Julie realised her job as a teacher was leaving her with barely any superannuation, she changed careers and started investing in property. Now, Julie focuses on giving people the tools they need to build wealth by making strategic and well-informed investment property purchases. In this episode, Julie explains what “rentvesting” is, the benefits of playing the long game in investment, and how to manage your expectations for your best shot at success. She also emphasises the importance of backing yourself to overcome analysis paralysis and start building your portfolio. Resources and links: API SolutionsJulie Crockett Property Investment coursesJulie Crockett's article on rentvestingJulie Crockett on LinkedIn Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Jo Vadillo is the Director of Advocate Property Services and Property Women. She works as a Buyer’s Agent, Investment Strategist, and Property Coach to help everyone achieve their goal of owning property. She started her career buying, renovating, and selling houses and wants to help others do the same. In this episode, Jo runs us through how renovations can add value to a property, some tips for speeding up the renovation process, and why it’s so important to educate yourself about property. She’ll also answer the big question: “Is house flipping worth it in Australia?” Resources and links: Advocate Property ServicesProperty WomenProperty Women: The Buyer’s Advantage courseJo Vadillo on LinkedIn Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

George Morison is the General Manager for AB Morison Conveyancing. AB Morison Conveyancing is one of the largest conveyancing firms in Victoria and their goal is to make the property buying process as seamless as possible for everyone involved. In this episode, George explains what a conveyancer is, why you need one, and why you should look at hiring a conveyancer much earlier in the home-buying process than you think. He also breaks down why cheaper isn’t always better when it comes to conveyancers and how spending more on their services could save you money in the long run. Resources and links: AB Morison ConveyancingGeorge Morison on LinkedIn Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Kim Northwood is an Investor, Entrepreneur, and the Author of 'Work Less, Make More: The Millennial Guide to Financial Freedom.' Kim is passionate about educating people on their personal finances and understanding the risks of financial insecurity. In this episode, Kim is back to break down one of the more complex ways of saving a deposit: investing. Investing can help you save for a deposit more quickly than the traditional method but there are risks. Kim will break down the range of different investment types you might consider, their pros and cons, and the importance of time frames for investment strategies. Resources and links: Kim Northwood website Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Molly Benjamin is the Founder of Ladies Finance Club and the Author of “Girls Just Wanna Have Funds”. From a casual idea in Molly’s living room with friends, Ladies Finance Club has changed the lives of women all over the world by building a supportive community of women who are taking control of their finances and having fun doing it. In this episode, Molly explains how to make financial literacy more interesting and why it’s so important. She also breaks down how having the right mindset can help you to achieve your dream of home ownership, and talks about how using mantras can make a difference in your financial future. Plus, Molly shares the inspiring story of a Ladies Finance Club member’s journey to buying their first home. Resources and links: Ladies Finance ClubInvesting course: 'Investing in the Share Market for Beginners' by Ladies Finance Club and Kim Northwood Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Kent Lardner is the Director of Suburb Trends, a property research firm that utilises statistics to rank the top streets in every suburb of Australia. You may remember Kent from our recent episode ‘Why the property price drop you're expecting may not be coming’, where he explored the trends he was seeing in house prices across Australia. In this episode, Kent returns to unpack the Rental Pain Index, a detailed report showing how rising rental prices are impacting renters across Australia. Kent also reflects on the difficulties many renters experience when saving a house deposit and shares his biggest tip for anyone looking at purchasing their first property. Resources and links: Why the property price drop you're expecting may not be coming - The Home RunRental Pain IndexSuburb Trends Website Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Kim Northwood is an Investor, Entrepreneur, and the Author of 'Work Less, Make More: The Millennial Guide to Financial Freedom.' Kim is passionate about educating people on their personal finances and understanding the risks of financial insecurity. In this episode, Kim explains how buying a house is different to younger generations, and why these differences inspired him to write his book. He shares his biggest tips for saving a deposit in today's economy and explores some unconventional ways to increase your savings that could help you secure your first property. Resources and links: Kim Northwood website Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Phoebe Blamey is the Director and Founder of Clover Financial Solutions, a boutique brokerage based in Melbourne. She's also the author of "The Happy Money Journey", a book about making good financial decisions and living life on your own terms. In this episode, Phoebe breaks down everything you need to improve your chances of getting your mortgage application approved. She'll explain exactly what mortgage brokers are looking for in your application and the biggest mistakes first-home buyers typically make. Plus, Phoebe shares her top tips to help maximise your chances of success. Resources and links: Clover Financial website'The Happy Money Journey' by Phoebe Blamey Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Nicola Powell is the Chief of Research and Economics at Domain, one of Australia's leading property marketplaces. With over 10 years of experience working in property and demographic trends, Nicola is an expert on the Australian property market. In this episode, Nicola shares her go-to stats that first-home buyers need to know about to help them make the best decisions about their property purchase. She'll explain everything from clearance rates, to supply, to price dynamics, and beyond. Plus, Nicola shares how you can use these statistics to your benefit when buying your first home. This episode is part two of our two-part chat with Nicola. Check out our last episode, to hear Nicola explain the current trends affecting first-home buyers. Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Nicola Powell is the Chief of Research and Economics at Domain, one of Australia's leading property marketplaces. Nicola is an expert on the Australian property market, who has worked in property and demographic trends for nearly 10 years. In this episode, Nicola explains the trends that are currently affecting first-home buyers and breaks down concepts like supply and the cost of holding debt. Nicola also shares her thoughts on whether the dream of home ownership is still achievable for the average person, and her answer might surprise you. This episode is part one of our two-part chat with Nicola. Listen out for our next episode, where Nicola breaks down the important statistics first-home buyers can use to their advantage. Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Elaine Davies is the Founder of New Road Property, a boutique buyers agency based in Sydney. You may remember Elaine from our previous episode, 'The mistakes most first home buyers make (and how to avoid them!)'. In this episode, Elaine takes us back to basics, and breaks down everything you need to know about the different kinds of properties you might buy. She'll explain what all of your options are when it comes to property types and how they're defined, and share her biggest tips for deciding what kind of property is the best option for your first home. Resources and links: The Home Run - Mistakes Most First Home Buyers Make And How To Avoid Them!'Mind, Body, Sold!' by Elaine DaviesElaine Davies’ emailElaine Davies on FacebookNew Road Property websiteNew Road Property on Instagram Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Bushy Martin is an investor, author, podcast host, and the Founder of KnowHow Property Finance. With over 35 years in the property industry, Bushy is passionate about empowering individuals to enhance their lives through strategic real estate investments. In this episode, Bushy is continuing his deep dive into the world of investment real estate. He'll explain the key distinctions between buying as an investor compared to buying as an owner occupier, and explore the essential do's and don'ts when it comes to investing in property. Plus, Bushy shares his top tip for anyone looking to get into the world of investment. This episode is part two of our two-part chat with Bushy. Check out our last episode to hear how Bushy first broke into the world of investment, and the services he provides at KnowHow Property Finance. Resources and links: Bushy Martin’s websiteKnowHow Property website Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Bushy Martin is an esteemed investor, author, podcast host, and the Founder of KnowHow Property Finance. With an impressive track record spanning over 35 years in the property industry, Bushy is committed to empowering individuals to enhance their lives through strategic real estate investments. In today's episode, Bushy dives deep into the topic of purchasing your first home as an investment property. In this episode, Bushy shares the story of how he got into property investment, and how he's since built his portfolio to 12 properties across the world. Plus, Bushy explains his work with KnowHow Property Finance, and how they can help you. This episode is part one of our two-part chat with Bushy. Join us for the next episode, where Bushy shares the essential do's and don'ts of investing in property. Resources and links: Bushy Martin’s websiteKnowHow Property website Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Frank Valentic is the Director of Advantage Property Consulting, an award-winning buyers and vendors advocacy service in Melbourne. Frank has over 20 years of experience as a buyers and vendors advocate, and you may recognise him from his appearances as a buyers' agent on every season of the television show, The Block. In this episode, Frank breaks down everything you need to know about negotiating the purchase price of your property. He'll explain everything from why you might want to consider negotiating the price of your property, to the research you need to do, to how to approach the negotiation. Plus, Frank shares his biggest tip for anyone looking to negotiate, that might just help you secure your dream property for less. Connect: Lendstreet websiteLendstreet on FacebookLendstreet on InstagramLendstreet on LinkedInMichael Nasser on Twitter This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.