From savings to settlement: First-time buyer's roadmap

Are you looking to buy a new home? This week on the Friends with Money podcast, Vanessa Walker, managing editor of Money, and journalist Ryan Johnson dive deep into the home buying process for first-time buyers. They discuss the essential steps from initial research, engaging with mortgage brokers and financial advisors, to pre-approval, making offers, and the final settlement. Get practical tips for navigating real estate websites, understanding mortgage pre-approval, and the importance of conveyancers. 00:20 First steps for first-time home buyers 01:38 Researching and narrowing down your options 03:05 Engaging with professionals: Mortgage brokers and financial advisors 05:42 Understanding mortgage pre-approval 07:51 Making an offer and preparing for settlement 10:25 Settlement day and moving in Podcast Links: Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Money Website YouTube Podcast Playlist Email Us: podcast@moneymag.com.au Get stories like this in our newsletter: bit.ly/3GDirbR

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From savings to settlement: First-time buyer's roadmap is an episode from Friends With Money by Money Magazine.

This episode is 11:44 long.

This episode was published on Feb 17, 2026.

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