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Buying your first home is a huge milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming, confusing, and full of pressure. First Home Unlocked is here to change that, and to help you reach your first home with clarity and confidence. Hosted by Jack Elliott, National First Home Buyer Specialist at Alcove, and Chris Bates, one of Australia’s top-ranked mortgage brokers, this podcast simplifies the home buying journey and empowers you with the keys to unlock your first home. Each episode is practical, clear, and designed specifically for first home buyers. From understanding the buying process to choosing a property that fits your long-term vision, Jack and Chris will guide you through every step with real conversations and expert support. You’re not in this alone. Hit subscribe and let’s unlock your first home together.

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Episode thumbnail for 42 - How to Choose a Quality First Home: A Buyers Agent's Checklist

July 21, 2026

42 - How to Choose a Quality First Home: A Buyers Agent's Checklist

<p>We talk about asset quality constantly on this podcast because it's one of the biggest decisions you'll make as a first home buyer. But understanding why it matters and actually knowing how to assess a property in the real world are two different things. That's why Meighan Wells, a buyers agent with over 22 years of experience and founder of Property Pursuit Advisors, is here to break down exactly what asset quality looks like.</p><p>Your first home isn't just somewhere to live, it's the foundation of your future wealth. In this episode, Meighan walks through why getting this right matters so much for first home buyers, how scarcity, supply, and demand shape long-term growth, and the fundamentals to look for at a suburb level. We also go into what actually makes a good street, a good block of land, and a good property, plus what to look out for on your inspections and the common mistakes first home buyers make that can really cost them down the track.</p><p>This is a really important episode in understanding what quality actually looks like at each level, from suburb to street to property, is what separates first home buyers who move forward confidently from those who end up making costly mistakes.</p><p><strong>In this episode:</strong></p><p> 🔑 Why asset quality matters so much for first home buyers</p><p> 🔑 How scarcity, supply, and demand shape long-term growth</p><p> 🔑 What to look for when assessing a suburb</p><p> 🔑 What makes a good street, block, and property</p><p> 🔑 What to look out for on inspections and the mistakes to avoid</p><p></p><p><strong>Timestamps</strong></p><p>00:00 - Introducing Megan Wells</p><p>01:31 - Megan's Story: Background and Passion for First Home Buyers</p><p>04:12 - Why Asset Quality Matters</p><p>05:57 - Scarcity, Supply, and Demand Explained</p><p>07:42 - Strategy First, Not Apps</p><p>11:08 - What to Consider at Suburb Level</p><p>14:02 - Assessing at Street Level</p><p>17:45 - What to Look For When Inspecting</p><p>26:53 - Aspect and Orientation: What's Ideal</p><p>31:04 - Common Mistakes First Home Buyers Make</p><p>35:53 - The "Any Property Is Better" Myth</p><p>37:42 - What Makes a Good Apartment</p><p>40:41 - Townhouses: What to consider?</p><p>42:13 - How to Choose between Apartments vs Townhouses vs Houses</p><p>46:21 - The Revise and Correct Step</p><p>48:54 - What About New Builds?</p><p>51:35 - Final Asset Quality Tips</p><p>55:06 - Home Buyer Academy and Campfire Sessions</p><p>59:04 - Where to Find Megan and Property Pursuit</p><p></p><p><strong>Ready to start your own first home journey?<a href="https://firsthomeunlocked.com.au/book" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://firsthomeunlocked.com.au/book" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book a Get to Know You Chat with Jack</a></u> mortgage broker and National First Home Buyer Specialist. </strong></p><p></p><p><strong>More about Home Buyer Academy </strong></p><p><u><a href="https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/YFHBG" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HBA First Home Buyer Course</a></u> (Access for half price if you work with First Home Unlocked - <u><a href="https://firsthomeunlocked.com.au/book" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">start here</a></u>)</p><p><u><a href="https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Home Buyer Academy Website</a></u></p><p><u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheFirstHomeBuyerCourse/videos" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Your First Home Buyer Guide Podcast</a></u></p><p></p><p><strong>Connect with Meighan</strong></p><p><u><a href="https://propertypursuit.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Property Pursuit Website</a></u></p><p><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/meighanwells/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Meighan's Linkedin</a></u></p><p></p><p><strong>Mentioned Episodes</strong></p><p><u><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7JZpXQrC7Hx9khuHWWrYMF?si=481ea6405d5644a9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Episode 6: Unlocking Asset Quality</a></u></p><p></p><p><strong>Want to keep the conversation going? </strong></p><p>👉 Join the <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913683752715056" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">First Home Unlocked Facebook Community</a></u></p><p>📅 <u><a href="https://firsthomeunlocked.com.au/book" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book a chat with Jack</a></u> for tailored mortgage support</p><p>📱Follow Us on social media: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/firsthomeunlocked" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram,</a></u> <u><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@firsthomeunlocked" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok,</a></u> <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6n1qN33Fd128VLi5TW2naQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Youtube</a></u></p><p><u><a href="http://firsthomeunlocked.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">firsthomeunlocked.com.au</a></u></p>

Episode thumbnail for 41 - Unlocking Buyers Agents: What First Home Buyers Need to Know

July 7, 2026

41 - Unlocking Buyers Agents: What First Home Buyers Need to Know

<p>We've talked a lot on this podcast about getting your finance sorted, but as we always say, the most important decision you'll make is the actual property you purchase. That's why we're kicking off a six-part series with two of Australia's most experienced buyers agents, Veronica Morgan and Meighan Wells from the Home Buyer Academy.</p><p>Not every first home buyer knows what a buyers agent actually does or whether it's the right fit for them. In this episode, Jack sits down with Veronica to walk through what buyers agents do, how they differ from sales agents, the different ways you can engage one, and what it costs. We also explore the red flags to watch for and the key questions to ask before you commit. </p><p>If a full buyers agent service isn't within reach right now, Veronica and Meighan have also created a First Home Buyer Course and weekly Campfire sessions that bring you access to expert guidance at a lower price point.</p><p><strong>In this episode:</strong></p><p> 🔑 What a buyers agent actually does and how they're different from a sales agent</p><p> 🔑 The three service tiers available and what each typically costs</p><p> 🔑 When it makes sense to use a buyers agent</p><p> 🔑 The red flags to watch out for and the questions to ask before engaging one</p><p> 🔑 How the Home Buyer Academy course and Campfire sessions support first home buyers </p><p></p><p><strong>Timestamps</strong></p><p>00:00 - Introducing Veronica Morgan</p><p>02:21 - Why She's Passionate About First Home Buyers</p><p>04:29 - Today's Topic and Special Offer</p><p>04:58 - Buyer's Agent vs Sales Agent</p><p>06:37 - Service Tiers: What's Available</p><p>07:19 - How Much Does a Buyer's Agent Cost?</p><p>08:22 - Why Cheap Buyer's Agents Aren't Worth It</p><p>09:52 - Red Flags to Watch Out For</p><p>12:54 - Questions to Ask Before You Commit</p><p>14:47 - Is the Cost Actually Worth It?</p><p>17:02 - The Emotional Side of Home Buying</p><p>19:54 - When Should You Engage a Buyer's Agent?</p><p>22:43 - Can't Afford a Buyer's Agent? Your Options</p><p>23:59 - The Home Buyer Academy and Campfire Sessions</p><p>29:16 - What's Next in the Series</p><p></p><p><strong>Ready to start your own first home journey?<a href="https://firsthomeunlocked.com.au/book" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><u><a href="https://firsthomeunlocked.com.au/book" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book a Get to Know You Chat with Jack</a></u> mortgage broker and National First Home Buyer Specialist. </strong></p><p></p><p><strong>More about Home Buyer Academy </strong></p><p><u><a href="https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/YFHBG" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HBA First Home Buyer Course</a></u> (Access for half price if you work with First Home Unlocked - <u><a href="https://firsthomeunlocked.com.au/book" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">start here</a></u>)</p><p><u><a href="https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Home Buyer Academy Website</a></u></p><p><u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheFirstHomeBuyerCourse/videos" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Your First Home Buyer Guide Podcast</a></u></p><p></p><p><strong>Connect with Veronica </strong></p><p><u><a href="https://veronicamorgan.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Veronica's Website</a></u></p><p><u><a href="https://gooddeeds.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Good Deeds Property Buyers Website</a></u></p><p><u><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicakaymorgan/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Veronica's Linkedin</a></u></p><p></p><p><strong>Find Out More About Alcove’s Trusted Buyers Agents </strong></p><p><u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@street-secrets/videos" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Street Secrets Podcast</a></u></p><p><u><a href="https://www.alcove.com.au/core/buyers-agents" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Alcove Trusted Buyers Agent Map</a></u></p><p></p><p><strong>Want to keep the conversation going? </strong></p><p>👉 Join the <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913683752715056" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">First Home Unlocked Facebook Community</a></u></p><p>📅 <u><a href="https://firsthomeunlocked.com.au/book" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book a chat with Jack</a></u> for tailored mortgage support</p><p>📱Follow Us on social media: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/firsthomeunlocked" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram,</a></u> <u><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@firsthomeunlocked" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok,</a></u> <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6n1qN33Fd128VLi5TW2naQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Youtube</a></u></p><p><u><a href="http://firsthomeunlocked.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">firsthomeunlocked.com.au</a></u></p>

Episode thumbnail for 40 - Unlocking Who Buys It From You Next: How the Budget Changed Buyer Pools

June 23, 2026

40 - Unlocking Who Buys It From You Next: How the Budget Changed Buyer Pools

<p>If you listened to Episode 37, you heard about the federal budget changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax. But there's a conversation we kept coming back to that deserves its own episode. It's not just about what you buy today, it's about who's going to buy it from you in the future.</p><p>Since that episode, Chris has written a full report exploring exactly that question. It's called "Who Buys It From You Next?" and it looks at how the budget has reshaped buyer pools across different property types and what that means for the long-term value of what you buy today. In this episode, Jack interviews Chris about that report because there's some really important thinking here that every first home buyer needs to hear before they make a property decision.</p><p>We cover how investors made up around 40% of all new home loans before the budget and why they've now stepped back from the established market. We talk about why grandfathering protects the current owner's tax position but not the next buyer and most importantly, we walk through the six practical tests from Chris's report that you can use to stress test any property before you commit.</p><p><strong>In this episode:</strong></p><p>🔑 Why "who buys it from you next" is the question most people never ask</p><p>🔑 How the budget has changed buyer pools for established properties</p><p>🔑 Why properties driven by investor demand are now at risk</p><p>🔑 What properties with genuine owner-occupier demand actually look like</p><p>🔑 The six tests to stress test a property before you buy</p><p></p><p><strong>Timestamps</strong></p><p>00:00 - Who Will Buy It From You Next?</p><p>02:48 - The Key Question When You're Buying</p><p>06:58 - Investor Activity and What It Means Post Budget</p><p>10:37 - When Investors Are Your Buyer Pool</p><p>16:22 - When Families and Owner-Occupiers Drive the Market</p><p>18:45 - The Six Tests for Property Assessment</p><p></p><p><strong>Free Resources</strong></p><p><u><a href="https://lp-alcove.com.au/budget" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Chris Report: Who Buys it From You Next </a></u></p><p></p><p><strong>Mentioned Episodes: </strong></p><p><u><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7JZpXQrC7Hx9khuHWWrYMF?si=e50157cc4af64d80" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Episode 6 | Unlocking Asset Quality: How to Choose the Right Property as a First Home Buyer</a></u></p><p><u><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/3B7Fm24xnbYkHXEG5WXN53?si=9982ae2de77a4d5f" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Episode 37: Unlocking the 2026 Federal Budget</a></u></p><p></p><p><strong>Want to keep the conversation going? </strong></p><p>👉 Join the <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1913683752715056" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">First Home Unlocked Facebook Community</a></u></p><p>📅 <u><a href="https://calendly.com/jackelliott-alcove/get-to-know-you?month=2025-05" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book a chat with Jack</a></u> for tailored support</p><p>📱Follow Us on social media: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/firsthomeunlocked" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram,</a></u> <u><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@firsthomeunlocked" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok,</a></u> <u><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6n1qN33Fd128VLi5TW2naQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Youtube</a></u></p><p><u><a href="http://firsthomeunlocked.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">firsthomeunlocked.com.au</a></u></p>

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What is First Home Unlocked?

Buying your first home is a huge milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming, confusing, and full of pressure. First Home Unlocked is here to change that, and to help you reach your first home with clarity and confidence.

Hosted by Jack Elliott, National First Home Buyer Specialist at Alcove, and Chris Bates, one of Australia’s top-ranked mortgage brokers, this podcast simplifies the home buying journey and empowers you with the keys to unlock your first home.

Each episode is practical, clear, and designed specifically for first home buyers. From understanding the buying process to choosing a property that fits your long-term vision, Jack and Chris will guide you through every step with real conversations and expert support.

You’re not in this alone. Hit subscribe and let’s unlock your first home together.

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