First Home Unlocked

By Jack Elliott

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Episodes: 40

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Buying your first home is a huge milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming, confusing, and full of pressure. First Home Unlocked is here to change that, and to help you reach your first home with clarity and confidence. Hosted by Jack Elliott, National First Home Buyer Specialist at Alcove, and Chris Bates, one of Australia’s top-ranked mortgage brokers, this podcast simplifies the home buying journey and empowers you with the keys to unlock your first home. Each episode is practical, clear, and designed specifically for first home buyers. From understanding the buying process to choosing a property that fits your long-term vision, Jack and Chris will guide you through every step with real conversations and expert support. You’re not in this alone. Hit subscribe and let’s unlock your first home together.

Episode Date
38 - Unlocking How Banks Assess Self Employed Income
May 26, 2026
37 - Unlocking the 2026 Federal Budget & What it Means for First Home Buyers
May 14, 2026
36 - Unlocking How Banks Assess Casual & Contract Income
May 12, 2026
35 - Unlocking How Banks Assess PAYG, Overtime, Bonus & Allowance Income
Apr 28, 2026
34 - Unlocking How Banks Decide What You Can Borrow as a First Home Buyer
Apr 14, 2026
33 - Unlocking Rising Rates, Market Uncertainty and What It Means for First Home Buyers
Mar 31, 2026
32 - Unlocking How to Buy Strategically with a Gift, Inheritance or Large Deposit
Mar 17, 2026
31 - Unlocking the Power of Offset & Redraw for First Home Buyers
Mar 03, 2026
30 - Unlocking How to Handle the Pressure of Buying Your First Home
Feb 17, 2026
Bonus - Unlocking What the Rate Rise Means for First Home Buyers
Feb 11, 2026
29 - Unlocking How to Buy Your First Home in 2026: Part 2
Feb 03, 2026
28 - Unlocking How to Buy Your First Home in 2026: Part 1
Jan 20, 2026
27 - Unlocking Our 2025 Lessons & Reflections for First Home Buyers
Dec 23, 2025
26 - Unlocking the Federal Government 'Help to Buy' Shared Equity Scheme
Dec 16, 2025
25 - Unlocking Interest Rates and Why They Move
Dec 09, 2025
24 - Unlocking Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI)
Dec 02, 2025
23 - Unlocking Your Loan to Value Ratio (LVR)
Nov 25, 2025
22 - Unlocking Repayment Frequency: Does Fortnightly Really Save You Thousands?
Nov 18, 2025
21 - Unlocking How Your Mortgage Actually Works
Nov 11, 2025
20 - Unlocking the Truth About the 5% Deposit Scheme
Nov 04, 2025
19 - Unlocking First Home Buyer Support in Western Australia
Oct 28, 2025
18 - Unlocking First Home Buyer Support in South Australia
Oct 21, 2025
17 - Unlocking First Home Buyer Support in Northern Territory
Oct 14, 2025
16 - Unlocking First Home Buyer Support in Victoria
Oct 07, 2025
15 - Unlocking First Home Buyer Support in Tasmania
Sep 30, 2025
14 - Unlocking First Home Buyer Support in Australian Capital Territory
Sep 23, 2025
13 - Unlocking First Home Buyer Support in New South Wales
Sep 16, 2025
12 - Unlocking First Home Buyer Support in Queensland
Sep 09, 2025
11 - Unlocking Shared Equity Schemes: What First Home Buyers Need to Know
Sep 02, 2025
10 - Unlocking The First Home Guarantee Scheme: Buy Your First Home With 5% Deposit
Aug 26, 2025
9 - Unlocking The First Home Super Saver Scheme (FHSS)
Aug 19, 2025
8 - Unlocking Formal Approval & Settlement for First Home Buyers
Aug 12, 2025
7 - Unlocking Offers: How To Make a Confident Offer as a First Home Buyer
Aug 05, 2025
6 - Unlocking Asset Quality: How to Choose the Right Property as a First Home Buyer
Jul 29, 2025
Episode 5 | Unlocking the Power of Pre-Approval for First Home Buyers
Jul 22, 2025
4 - Unlocking Your Deposit: How Much Do First Home Buyers Really Need?
Jul 15, 2025
3 - Unlocking the Real Cost of Buying Your First Home
Jul 08, 2025
2 - Key Timing: When to Talk to a Broker as a First Home Buyer
Jul 01, 2025
1 - Unlocking Your Property Vision as a First Home Buyer
Jun 24, 2025
0 - Unlocking the Vision: Why We Created First Home Unlocked
Jun 21, 2025