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Tips: ✅ Stick to your budget—auctions can get emotional! ✅ Understand the property’s plan type (Strata, Community, Deposited, etc.) ✅ Make sure the property suits your lifestyle and future needs https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649ce628c71e657c04f7ee23/3449569d-6050-4cb7-b4eb-56968d699b49/Gemini_Generated_Image_9svxau9svxau9svx.png Articles - Buying Property in NSW: A First-Time Buyer’s Guide - This is the behind-the-scenes hustle: Your solicitor liaises with your lender and advises you of the total amount you need to pay on settlement Final checks are done Settlement date is locked in Tips: ✅ Budget for extras: Stamp duty, legal fees, inspections, moving costs ✅ Plan your move early—removalists book up fast! - *But don’t book your move on the day of settlement, as delays occur https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649ce628c71e657c04f7ee23/9b5c6c08-8e51-409b-9a35-ea91efcd1588/Gemini_Generated_Image_puytpmpuytpmpuyt.png Articles - Buying Property in NSW: A First-Time Buyer’s Guide - On the big day: Your solicitor ensures funds are transferred Title is registered in your name You get the keys! Tip: Celebrate with a housewarming (and maybe a toast to your solicitor ). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649ce628c71e657c04f7ee23/88ea0295-8ef1-454a-abcc-fb12808db742/Gemini_Generated_Image_y7px8vy7px8vy7px.png Articles - Buying Property in NSW: A First-Time Buyer’s Guide - Linc At Law stresses the importance of thorough inspections: ️ Building inspection: Check for structural issues Pest inspection: Termites are not your friends Strata inspection: For apartments, check for financial or maintenance issues Tip: Think of this as a property health check. 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Beyond the purchase price, you should budget for additional expenses, which may include: Legal fees, Stamp duty, Lodgement fee, Bank fees and Adjustments Property searches and enquiries Pest and building inspection reports and/or Strata Reports Tip: You may be eligible for stamp duty concessions under the First Home Buyer Assistance Scheme. Please do not hesitate to contact us to find out. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649ce628c71e657c04f7ee23/9754d6ef-8191-4530-967a-1263fccf53aa/Gemini_Generated_Image_phzxp2phzxp2phzx.png Articles - Buying Property in NSW: A First-Time Buyer’s Guide - Buying your first home in NSW is a big deal—but it doesn’t have to be a big headache. With us by your side and a few smart moves (plus insights from our Property Team), you’ll glide through the process like a pro. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649ce628c71e657c04f7ee23/ae256968-9bb1-4356-8d8b-6cb134108c2c/Gemini_Generated_Image_n2e3tnn2e3tnn2e3.png Articles - Buying Property in NSW: A First-Time Buyer’s Guide - ❌ Skipping legal review of the contract ❌ Not checking strata or building/pest reports ❌ Underestimating costs (stamp duty, legal fees, etc.) ❌ Missing deadlines for grants or tax choices ❌ Letting emotions override logic https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649ce628c71e657c04f7ee23/7487f0e1-7d8c-4285-8e48-4a7fb552ac39/Gemini_Generated_Image_gfavwgfavwgfavwg.png Articles - Buying Property in NSW: A First-Time Buyer’s Guide - Once you’ve found “the one,” the Vendor’s agent sends over the Contract of Sale. This is where your conveyancer swoops in. 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