Tips

Here are some tips that I found useful to bring me in a position to buy my first home.

The property

• look for a property with as much land as possible
• get a freestanding house, or a duplex, or a townhouse, or an appartement. In that order.
• flat block of land
• close to public transport
• close to shopping centres
• close to schools
• get the worst house in the best street

The area

• research suburb growth
• buy close to where home big improvement stores are built
• buy at or under the median price

Personal development

• have a can-do attitude
• believe you will succeed
• get organised
• listen to relevant podcasts

Finances

• keep track of all your finances
• save 10% of what you earn to build up a deposit
• live within your means
• consider renting our rooms for your first purchase