"We understand that buying a property can be one of the most financially important and personally significant decisions that you will face, and our aim is to keep you fully informed and up-to-date each step of the way."
We have prepared the following list to help you get started and to give an overview of the buying process, however please feel welcome to talk to us or ask for additional information at any time.
1. Be prepared
Speak with your financier or an NSW Lending specialist to determine your budget and arrange the best loan to suit your needs. Make sure that you’re ready to act when you find the right property!
2. Plan your purchase
Prepare a short list of preferred areas that suit your lifestyle or investment objectives, as well as a list of essential property features and desirable extras. Keep in mind that most buyers end up making some sort of compromise, so having a planned approach and focusing on what’s really important will help you to make the best decision.
3. Know the market
Inspect as many properties as possible in your preferred area to get a feel for market prices. You can increase your market knowledge by researching recent selling prices using the Recent Sales and Suburb Profiles section of our website, or by purchasing reports from property information providers such as RPData.
4. Seek expert advice
Develop a relationship with an NSW Real Estate Sales Agent. We welcome the opportunity to assist you with your search, as well as being able to offer additional advice and alerting you to new listings before they reach the media.
5. Understand your rights
Obtain a copy of the Office of Fair Trading’s “Buying or selling a home” factsheet to better understand your rights as a buyer, and if you’re planning on bidding at auction, we recommend you read the Office of Fair Trading's "Bidder's Guide" before you attend the auction.
6. Check the sales contract
When you find a property that suits your requirements, ask your agent to send a copy of the sale contract to your solicitor or conveyancer.
7. Arrange Building & Pest Inspections
We recommend that you arrange a building and pest inspection to make you aware of any major defects and pest concerns eg: structural defects or termite activity.
Speak with your financier or an NSW Lending specialist to determine your budget and arrange the best loan to suit your needs. Make sure that you’re ready to act when you find the right property!
2. Plan your purchase
Prepare a short list of preferred areas that suit your lifestyle or investment objectives, as well as a list of essential property features and desirable extras. Keep in mind that most buyers end up making some sort of compromise, so having a planned approach and focusing on what’s really important will help you to make the best decision.
3. Know the market
Inspect as many properties as possible in your preferred area to get a feel for market prices. You can increase your market knowledge by researching recent selling prices using the Recent Sales and Suburb Profiles section of our website, or by purchasing reports from property information providers such as RPData.
4. Seek expert advice
Develop a relationship with an NSW Real Estate Sales Agent. We welcome the opportunity to assist you with your search, as well as being able to offer additional advice and alerting you to new listings before they reach the media.
5. Understand your rights
Obtain a copy of the Office of Fair Trading’s “Buying or selling a home” factsheet to better understand your rights as a buyer, and if you’re planning on bidding at auction, we recommend you read the Office of Fair Trading's "Bidder's Guide" before you attend the auction.
6. Check the sales contract
When you find a property that suits your requirements, ask your agent to send a copy of the sale contract to your solicitor or conveyancer.
7. Arrange Building & Pest Inspections
We recommend that you arrange a building and pest inspection to make you aware of any major defects and pest concerns eg: structural defects or termite activity.
