Buying eBooks, Checklists & FAQ's

Thinking about buying your first property this complete guide will help explain the home buying process so you can enter the property market with confidence. This eBooks looks at the pros and cons of buying versus renting, the cost of buying real estate, shares tips on working out how much you can afford, what different types of home loans are available, how to use the first home owners grant, the different ways to buy property, checklists on what to look for at inspection time, how to make an offer or bid at auction through to contracts and settlements.

Doing a thorough inspection is critical when you are looking at buying - but what do you need to look at? Here is our handy in-depth apartment / unit inspection checklist that walks you through each area of the property and shows you what to look for. From evaluating the outside area, the living space, bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, laundry and parking this checklist has it all. Download it now.

Auctions are both exciting and nerve-racking unless you understand the process. Here is our complete buying at auction guide to help you buy your dream property. From how and where to do research, what experts you should talk to, what costs you should be aware of, how to make a pre-auction bid, what happens on auction day, the rules of auction and what happens if your bid is successful. Download our guide now.

This handy planner has been created to help you manage your open home visits. It enables you to map out open for inspection times, property addresses, agent details and property prices to make the home hunting process easier.

This in-depth buying real estate guide is here to help you whether it’s your second, third or tenth purchase and to give you a detailed description of each step. From understanding the process and the costs involved, to advice on how to do your research, what to look for in a property and what questions you should ask. Download now to find out how different buying methods work, what should be in your contract of sale and other considerations to make your next transaction run smoothly.