Home Buyers Australia Podcast

In this episode of the Home Buyers Australia Podcast, Jack and Damien break down the unique dynamics of the property market during January. They discuss the opportunities for buyers as motivated sellers list their properties, while many potential buyers are still in holiday mode. The guys highlight why January can be a great time to...

In this seasonal episode of the Home Buyers Australia Podcast, Jack Corbett and Damien Walker discuss the opportunities and challenges of buying property during the Christmas period. They highlight why the festive period can be a strategic time to buy, with reduced competition, motivated sellers, and the potential for negotiating a better deal. This time...

In this episode of the Home Buyers Australia Podcast, hosts Jack Corbett and Damien Walker share their top 10 essential tips for navigating the home-buying process. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, Jack and Damien’s honest advice will save you time and stress on your mission to purchase your next property. From...

In this episode of the Home Buyers Australia Podcast, Damien Walker and Jack Corbett discuss  buyer’s remorse that can sometimes plague property purchasers.   They explore the usual causes of buyer’s remorse, share personal experiences and client stories, and share strategies to keep post-purchase regret at bay.  With practical advice on planning, budgeting, and managing...

In this episode of the Home Buyers Australia podcast, Jack Corbett guides us through the challenge of auction bidding, providing valuable insights to help first-time buyers and seasoned bidders alike. Auctions can be intimidating, but Jack breaks down the process step-by-step, offering practical tips and strategies to boost confidence and avoid common pitfalls. From understanding...

In this episode of the Homebuyers Australia Podcast, hosts Jack Corbett and Damien Walker dive into the crucial role of family support in the Australian property market, focusing on the ever-growing trend of the “bank of mum and dad.” As property prices continue to rise, many first-time buyers are turning to their families for financial...

In this episode of Home Buyers Australia, Damien Walker from Atelier Wealth discusses the various schemes in place to support buyers on their quest for home ownership. He covers the First Home Guarantee scheme, the eligibility criteria, and income caps. He then turns his attention to stamp duty, sharing must-know info on the various State...

In this episode of the Home Buyers Australia podcast, host Damien Walker shares his broker know-how, addressing the real questions that first-time buyers need answered.  As regular listeners will know, Damien tells it how it is, giving up-to-the-minute intel on topics such as the steps to securing a home loan, borrowing power, and explaining why...

In this episode of the Home Buyers Australia podcast, Jack Corbett and Damien Walker unpack one of the most crucial aspects of buying a home: the deposit.  If you’re confused about the schemes out there, and want to find out just how much deposit you’ll need to get onto the property ladder, this episode is...

In this episode of the Home Buyers Australia podcast, Jack Corbett and Damien Walker break down one of the most critical aspects of buying a home: borrowing capacity.  If you want to maximise your home loan, this episode will give you the inside track with insights into how borrowing power is calculated. From discussing liabilities...

In this episode of the Home Buyers Australia Podcast, Jack Corbett and Damien Walker discuss the hot topic of interest rates and their impact on the property market. With central banks worldwide starting to cut rates, Jack and Damien explore what this could mean for Australian homeowners, particularly those with variable-rate mortgages. They also touch...

In this episode of the Home Buyers Australia Podcast, hosts Damien Walker and Jack Corbett dive into the multifaceted landscape of remote work, regional property markets, and gender equality. They explore how the work-from-home revolution, significantly accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, is evolving and whether it’s truly coming to an end. The episode sheds light...

In this episode of the Home Buyers Australia podcast, hosts Damian Walker and Jack Corbett turn their attention to buyer’s agents, with Jack filling us in on his role as a buyer’s agent. Together, they unpack what a buyer’s agent actually does, when you should consider using one, and how a good buyer’s agent can...

In this episode of the Home Buyers Australia Podcast, hosts Jack Corbett and Damien Walker get to grips with inflation—what it is, why it happens, and how it impacts your everyday life, especially as a homeowner or prospective buyer. From understanding the consumer price index (CPI) to exploring how inflation affects wages, debt, and house...

Ready to take your property search into the 21st century? In this episode of the Home Buyers Australia podcast, hosts Damien Walker and Jack Corbett explore how technology has revolutionised the home buying process. From online property platforms to leveraging Google Maps, this episode covers the essential tools and strategies every modern home buyer needs to know....

Struggling to save for a deposit or unsure how to get your foot in the door of the property market? This episode of the Home Buyers Australia podcast is here to help! Hosts Damien Walker and Jack Corbett share essential strategies for Millennials and Gen Z to save a deposit, leverage government grants, and creatively...

Are you keen for a home upgrade but daunted by what’s involved? In this episode of the Home Buyers Australia podcast, hosts Damien Walker and Jack Corbett discuss the strategies you need to know to upgrade your property while staying within your budget. With Damien’s expertise as a mortgage broker and Jack’s insights as a...

Are you struggling to break into the property market? This episode of the Home Buyers Australia podcast will get you up to speed with rentvesting, a trending home-owning strategy that is ticking boxes for a new generation of buyers. Hosts Damien Walker, a seasoned mortgage broker, and Jack Corbett, a buyer’s agent, discuss the ins...