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Helpful things to know when buying your first home
There's a lot to wrap your head around when you're buying your first home. From saving a deposit to working out what you can afford, the process can feel overwhelming. The good news is, you don't need to figure it out alone. Here are three key things to focus on first, and we'll guide you through the rest step by step.
With clear guidance and the right strategy, the path becomes much simpler. And by leaning on experts who do this every day, you'll feel confident that you're making the right moves.
Your deposit
Most lenders ask for a deposit of at least 5–20%. Government schemes can help you get there faster, and we'll show you what you qualify for.
Your price range
Your budget isn't just the property price. Stamp duty, repayments and ongoing costs all matter. We'll help you understand your true buying power.
Your loan
Every lender is different. We compare 50+ banks and lenders to find a first home buyer loan that fits your goals, not the bank's.
Schemes and grants
There are government incentives designed to make your first home more affordable. From cash boosts to stamp duty savings, we'll help you understand what you're eligible for and handle the paperwork, so nothing gets missed.
Guides made for first home buyers
Buying your first home comes with a lot of questions, and we've put together simple, practical guides to give you the answers. Explore our learning hub for tips, insights, and step-by-step advice.
Work out your numbers in minutes
Knowing your numbers upfront takes away a lot of the stress. Our free calculators give you a quick snapshot of what you can afford, what you'll pay, and how much extra costs like stamp duty could be.
Our 5-stage first home buyer process
Buying your first home can feel like a maze, but with the right guide, it's straightforward. We've helped thousands of Aussies through this journey, and here's how we'll walk you through it step by step.
You don't have to figure it out alone — we'll be with you at every stage.
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“Nate and Dylan were extremely helpful in helping us secure our new home. They were easy to contact from day one, and answered any questions we had. We felt reassured at all times and are very grateful for their patience with us. I have recommended Stryve to 3 friends now who have all been successful in achieving their goals of purchasing their homes. We are so happy with the service and will definitely keep on recommending Stryve to our family and friends.”
Whitney Tran
Homeowner
“I never had a problem with Dylan. From the start of our journey on mortgage til the very end and even with refinancing, he/they were very helpful, transparent, honest and really keen to help their clients! Highly recommended.”
Cristianne Del Valle
Homeowner
“On behalf of my husband and I, we would like to truly thank Dylan Bertovic for all his assistance in helping us with our new loan - approved in time before our settlement. Dylan worked above and beyond expected. He took the time to explain every step and process with us. Any questions we had, Dylan would go out of his way to ensure they were answered. He made the process stress free and ensured we got the best possible deal. We highly recommend Dylan to all our family and friends.”
Merna Yalda
Homeowner
“Nate is great to work with, very knowledgeable, responsive and genuinely invested in helping me find the right solution. Highly recommend this firm to anyone looking for reliable, competitive and professional brokerage services.”
Julia
Homeowner
“Dylan has not only been a longtime friend, but also the trusted mortgage broker of choice for my family. He answers the phone at all hours, communicates extensively through all steps of a sometimes-complicated process and manages my risk. He has a straight to the point approach which I appreciate. Simply gets the job done, and gets it done very quickly. Thanks for everything Dylan, you're a champion broker and a good mate.”
Christian Barać
Homeowner
“Nate and Dylan were the ultimate professionals in securing a home loan to help us purchase our first home! Following the purchase of our home, they have continued to provide their exceptional service and have been able to secure two rate reductions in six months! Being self-employed wasn't an issue for me as Nate knew the process back-to-front and was able to provide sound advice throughout the application process.”
Justin Tomas
Homeowner
“It was an absolute brilliant experience with Stryve. Our first purchase was with Dylan he was always clear re: the next steps, quick to respond, never tired of questions and went over and above with communication. We went back and used him again for our next investment and the experience was just as wonderful as the first. Stryve also reviews our loans every 6 months to make sure we are getting the best rates on offer. We couldn't ask for more!”
Amber Motii
Homeowner
