Bringing it Home

Want to buy your first home? Our ‘Bringing it Home’ podcast series will give you the tools and tips you’ll need to navigate the home buying process.

Bringing it Home podcast series

Welcome to 'Bringing it Home', the podcast series brought to you by Health Professionals Bank. Join Alan Waugh, Chief Sales Officer at Health Professionals Bank, and financial coach Betsy Westcott.

The process of buying a home can be daunting – even more so if you’re a first home buyer. In this series, Alan and Betsy guide you through each step - from being ‘home loan ready’ to completing the home loan application and getting across the finishing line. Listen now and help get yourself into your new home sooner!

All the Bringing it Home episodes

Episode 1

What does it mean to be loan ready?

Episode 1

From shoring up your credit health score to sorting out the documents you’ll need, we explain how to get ‘home loan ready’. We discuss how much you should save for a deposit and steps you can take now to give you the best chance of home-buying success.

Episode 1

Help for first home buyers

Episode 2

First home buyers face several hurdles which can trip them up on their way to home ownership. In this episode, we discuss how federal and state government schemes, grants and exemptions can help you buy your first home sooner – even if your deposit is smaller – to smooth your way into the property market.

Episode 1

Applying for a home loan

Episode 3

If you’re buying your first home, applying for a loan can feel daunting. We demystify the process, clarify the difference between lenders and brokers and explain how to find the right expert for you. We also explore potential obstacles to getting a loan and show you how to overcome them.

Episode 1

Know your home loans

Episode 4

This episode is all about different loan types, including variable, fixed and split. We’ll highlight the benefits and drawbacks of each option, discuss the benefits of using a home loan calculator, and show you how to choose the right loan for you – both for now and the future.

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Refinancing

Episode 5

Life is full of changes. Fortunately for you, your lending options can change with it. In this episode, we discuss refinancing - maybe another loan offers a better rate? Maybe another lender cares more about the same things you do? Whatever the case, we show you how to switch to a new loan that better fits your needs.

Episode 1

Finding the right property

Episode 6

We’re at an exciting stage of the home buying journey: property hunting. But before you set your heart on a home, it’s crucial to know what you need in a property. We explain how to find the right property for you while sticking to your budget.

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From making an offer to home sweet home!

Episode 7

We walk through the buying process so that you’re well-prepared and confident to make your offer. We’ll discuss how private treaty differs from bidding at auction, and introduce you to the key players: real estate agents, solicitors, building and pest inspectors. We help smooth the path to settlement so you’ll be celebrating in your new home sooner!

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