First home buyer checklist
Work through each stage of buying your first home in Australia. Your ticks are saved on this device. Unsure what assistance may apply to you? See government help for first home buyers.
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The standard steps every first home buyer works through, whatever their situation.
Before buying
0/8Get your finances and research in order before you start inspecting.
Finding a property
0/8Do your homework on the suburb, the costs and the condition of the home.
Making an offer
0/5Understand exactly what you're signing before you commit.
After purchase
0/6The run home — settlement, keys and the admin that follows.
This checklist is general guidance only and won't cover every situation. Your conveyancer, broker or lender may have extra requirements.