Backed by almost a decade helping 300+ buyers navigate the property process
Everything I wish I knew before buying my first property.
Backed by almost a decade helping 300+ buyers navigate the property process
Everything I wish I knew before buying my first property.
Buying your first home can feel confusing, overwhelming and honestly… a bit intimidating.
Agents. Contracts. Price guides. Building and pest inspections. Cooling-off periods. Auctions.
Negotiations. Settlement dates.
One wrong move, a missed clause, an overpaid bid, a skipped inspection, can cost you thousands. And there's no "redo" button on buying a house.
You're expected to get this right the first time, on one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make. Most people don't get a practice run.
That's exactly why I built this program, so you don't have to learn the hard way.
I'm Claudia Brooks, and I've seen this go wrong more times than I can count.
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As a licensed Buyer's Agent with almost a decade in the Australian property industry, I've sat across the table from hundreds of buyers.
I've watched people overpay because they didn't know how to read a price guide. Skip inspections they couldn't afford to skip. Freeze at auction because no one ever explained how bidding actually works.
None of it happened because they weren't smart enough. It happened because no one gave them the process.
So I built the First Home Buyer Foundations Program: a practical, step by step guide that walks you through exactly what I'd tell you if you hired me as your Buyer's Agent, at a fraction of the cost.
Why Do I Need This?
Most first home buyers don't lose money because they made a bad decision, they lose money because they didn't know what they didn't know. Overpaying at auction. Skipping a building inspection. Missing a clause in a contract that mattered.
A buyer's agent would normally walk you through all of this, at a cost of $10,000–$20,000+.
This program gives you that same practical knowledge for $299, so you walk into every step of the process already knowing what to look for and what to ask.
Today: $299 (vs. $10,000+ for a licensed Buyer's Agent)
It won't replace legal, financial or lending advice, but it will mean you're never walking in blind.
It's the resource I wish I had when I bought my first property. Now it's yours.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
8 chapters, 30+ video lessons covering the entire buying journey, from your first deposit dollar to getting the keys.
Module 1: Getting Ready to Buy
Introduction – Welcome
Saving for a deposit & loan approval
Government schemes
→ Know exactly how much you can borrow and what schemes you actually qualify for.
Module 2: Building Your Team
Building your team
Buying off the plan
📄 Chapter 2 Summary Notes
→ Know who to call for what, so you're never caught unsure who's responsible.
Module 3: Finding the Right Property
Market research
Carrying out market research
Property inspections
Searching and shortlisting
Speaking to agents
📄 Chapter 3 Summary Notes
📄 Property Inspection Checklist
→ Walk into inspections asking the questions that actually matter.
Module 4: Understanding Value & Price
Price research
Price research: Comparable Market Analysis
What's important to you?
For sale
Price guide
📄 Chapter 4 Summary Notes
📄 Comparable Market Analysis (example)
📄 Comparable Market Analysis (template)
→ Know if a price guide is realistic before you fall in love with a property.
Module 5: Due Diligence
Contract reviews
Finance and bank security
Building and pest inspections
Strata report
Council checks
Flight paths and tunnels
📄 Chapter 5 Summary Notes
→ Spot red flags before you're financially committed, not after.
Module 6: Making an Offer
Submitting an offer: unconditional offer
Submitting an offer: conditional offer
Submitting an offer: with a cooling-off period
Verbal and formal offers
Negotiation tips
📄 Chapter 6 Summary Notes
→ Make an offer that protects you, without underselling your position.
Module 7: Auctions Explained
Auction campaign
Auction preparation
Auction bidding
Bidding tips
📄 Chapter 7 Summary Notes
→ Walk into your first auction knowing exactly how to bid without overpaying.
Module 8: From Offer to Settlement
Offer and acceptance
Purchase to settlement
📄 Chapter 8 Summary Notes
→ Know what's happening at every stage right up until you get the keys.
What's Included
8 chapters, 30+ video lessons covering every stage of the buying journey, from your first deposit dollar to getting the keys
A summary notes PDF for every chapter, so you can review the key points without rewatching the videos
Downloadable templates and checklists, including a Comparable Market Analysis template and a Property Inspection Checklist, so you're not just learning the process, you're using the same tools professionals use
Ongoing access, so you can revisit any module whenever you need it
Self-paced learning, go through it in a weekend or take your time, it's built to fit around you
FAQ
I'm not planning to buy for another 6 to 12 months. Is this still useful for me?
Yes, in fact that's the ideal time to go through it. The earlier you understand the process, the more prepared you'll be when you're ready to start looking, and you'll avoid rushing into decisions once you're actively in the market.
Does this apply to my state?
The core buying process (finance, due diligence, offers, auctions, settlement) applies across Australia, though specific rules like cooling-off periods can vary by state, with predominantly NSW specific examples. The program covers what to be aware of so you know what to check for your specific location.
Is this financial, legal or lending advice?
No. This program is educational, it's designed to help you understand the process, ask better questions, and feel confident navigating it. It doesn't replace advice from a licensed conveyancer, mortgage broker or financial adviser, and we'd always recommend engaging the right professionals for your specific situation.
How long do I have access?
You get lifetime access, so you can go through it at your own pace and come back to it at any stage of your buying journey.
What if it's not right for me?
You're covered by a 7-day money-back guarantee. If you don't find it useful, just reach out within 7 days for a full refund, no questions asked.