What Should I Do After Watching PRE-Purchase? | PRE-Purchase Conclusion
If you’ve made it this far, congratulations! You’ve just completed the PRE-Purchase roadmap, taking you from preparation and research through to negotiations, settlement and moving in. Over the past 10 episodes, we’ve covered the complete home-buying journey. From defining your brief and researching the market through to inspections, negotiations, auctions, settlement and moving in, […]
What Actually Happens On Settlement Day? | PRE-Purchase Ep 10
One of the most common questions buyers ask is: “What actually happens on settlement day?” Settlement day is finally here. After months of preparation, research, inspections, negotiations and paperwork, ownership of the property is about to transfer into your name. But what actually happens on settlement day? What you’ll learn in episode 10 of […]
What Happens At A Pre-Settlement Inspection? | PRE-Purchase Ep 9
One of the most common questions buyers ask before settlement is: “How do I make sure I’m receiving the property I agreed to buy?” You’ve bought the property. You’ve gone unconditional. Settlement is approaching. Now comes one final check. What you’ll learn in episode 9 of PRE-Purchase; Ben Thompson and Shane Pope explain the […]
What Happens When A Property Passes In At Auction? | PRE-Purchase Ep 8
One of the most common auction questions buyers ask is: “What happens when a property passes in?” The auction is over. You’re the highest bidder. But the property didn’t sell. Now what? What you’ll learn in episode 8 of PRE-Purchase; Ben Thompson and Shane Pope unpack one of the most misunderstood parts of the […]
How Does Buying At Auction Actually Work? | PRE-Purchase Ep 7
Auction day can be one of the most exciting and intimidating parts of the home-buying journey. One of the most common questions buyers ask is: “How does buying at auction actually work?” Auction day can be one of the most exciting and intimidating parts of the home-buying journey. What you’ll learn in episode 7 […]
What Happens Once My Offer Is Accepted? | PRE-Purchase Ep 6
One of the most common questions buyers ask is: “What happens once my offer is accepted?” Your offer has been accepted. Time to celebrate… but not quite settle in just yet. What you’ll learn in episode 6 of PRE-Purchase; Ben Thompson and Shane Pope explain what happens between having an offer accepted and becoming […]
How Do I Negotiate With An Agent? | PRE-Purchase Ep 5
One of the most common questions buyers ask is: “How do I negotiate confidently with an agent?” You’ve found the property. You’ve completed your research. You’ve done your inspections and due diligence. Now it’s time to negotiate. What you’ll learn in Episode 5 of PRE-Purchase; Ben Thompson and Shane Pope unpack one of the […]
What Due Diligence Should I Complete Before Buying A Home? | PRE-Purchase Ep 4
One of the most important questions buyers ask before making an offer is: “What due diligence should I complete before buying a home?” You’ve found a property you like. You’ve completed your research. Now comes one of the most important questions in the entire buying journey: Are you actually ready to commit? What you’ll […]
What Should I Look For When Inspecting A Property? | PRE-Purchase Ep 3
One of the most common questions buyers ask is: “What should I actually be looking for when I inspect a property?” A property can look great on inspection day, but identifying potential problems requires a more critical eye. What you’ll learn in Episode 3 of PRE-Purchase; Ben Thompson and Shane Pope walk through one […]
How Do I Search For A Home And Avoid Wasting Time? | PRE-Purchase Ep 2
Most buyers don’t lose money because they failed to find a property. They lose money because they didn’t spend enough time understanding the market. What you’ll learn in Episode 2 of PRE-Purchase; Ben Thompson and Shane Pope explain how to research property properly, set effective search parameters and build the market knowledge needed to […]
How Do I Work Out What I Actually Want In A Home? | PRE-Purchase Ep 1
One of the biggest mistakes buyers make is starting their property search before they know exactly what they’re looking for. That’s where problems begin. What you’ll learn in Episode 1 of PRE-Purchase, Ben Thompson and Shane Pope explain why creating a clear property brief is the foundation of a successful property search. Before you […]
The First Home Buyer Guide: Start Here | PRE-Purchase
Thinking about buying a home but not sure where to start? Welcome to PRE-Purchase, a practical step-by-step series designed to help buyers navigate one of life’s biggest financial decisions with greater confidence. In this introductory episode, Ben Thompson and Shane Pope explain why they created the series, share their backgrounds in property, and walk […]
