Get Your Clear Plan To Buy Your First Home in 2026

Get approved with confidence and buy your first home sooner - with a step-by-step roadmap that’s helped first-home buyers purchase up to 3x faster.

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Get Your Clear Plan To Buy Your First Home in 2026

Get approved with confidence and buy your first home sooner - with a step-by-step roadmap that’s helped first-home buyers purchase up to 3x faster.

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Common questionS we're asked

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the process work?

Step 1: Complete the quiz and book your Roadmap Session

Complete the survey above to confirm you qualify to book a session.

Step 2: During Your Roadmap Session
We confirm what you can borrow, what schemes you may qualify for, and the exact steps to get approved. If you’re not ready yet, we’ll give you a clear plan to get there.

Step 3: Pre-approval
Once you provide documents, we prepare your credit proposal, submit your application, and secure pre-approval so you know your real budget.

Step 4: Start house-hunting with confidence
With pre-approval in place, you can begin the property search (the fun part!)

Step 5: Full approval and settlement
When you find a home and are successful in your offer, we finalise loan approval and support you through settlement from start to finish.

Step 6: Ongoing support
We review your rate over time to keep it competitive and help you plan your next move, like upgrading or using equity.


How much does this cost?

Our service to you is completely free.

We are paid a commission by the lender of your choice only once your home loan settles.

What separates you from going direct to a bank or other mortgage brokers?

Going direct to bank can only offer their own products, and they won’t tell you if another lender has a sharper rate is a better fit for you. As your mortgage broker, we can compare 40+ lenders and must recommend what’s genuinely in your best interests.

We also specialise in first-home buyers and investors, so we spot the policy traps, scheme quirks, and small details that often cause delays or declines.

Can I book a First Home Roadmap session if I’m not completely ready to buy yet?

Yes, most of the clients we help are actively saving and preparing to buy within the next 12 months.

But you shouldn't assume you're not ready, you'd be surprised how many people don't even realise they're ready to buy right away and they had no idea.

Can you help me if I'm just researching?

The First Home Roadmap session is specifically for first home buyers aiming to buy within the next 12 months who want a clear, structured finance plan to purchase their first property.

If you’re in early research mode, our social media content is probably a good starting point - the links are at the bottom of this page.

What do I need to prepare before we talk?

No, we don't need any documentation before our call. However to provide you with an accurate borrowing capacity assessment, please be prepared with details regarding your income, existing debts and current savings balance.

Will you tell me exactly what price range I can afford?

Yes. We use real lender policy and servicing calculators to give you an accurate buying range - not estimates from generic online calculators.

Do you help with the entire loan process once I’m ready to go?

Yes. As your mortgage broker we manage the entire end-to-end finance process.

Is this a commitment to apply for a loan?

No.
The Roadmap Session is simply a planning call to see where you’re at and whether you’re eligible.
There’s no obligation to proceed if you don't think we're a good fit to work together.

What happens after our call?

If you’re ready to apply for a pre-approval right away, we’ll let you know what documentation we require to complete your pre-approval.

If you need more time to save or prepare, we’ll guide you on what to do next and check in when you're ready to proceed.

Will any credit checks be completed?

No, a credit enquiry only occurs if a loan application is submitted to a lender.

Everything that happens before that has absolutely no impact to your credit report.

I think I have a bad credit score / credit report. Should I bother booking a session?

Absolutely. We can help you even if you're credit impaired. Depending on the level of credit impairment, we may be able to mitigate your circumstances with an explanation to the bank. If it is more serious than that, we have industry connections and can put you in touch with professional credit repairers.

I've never had any type of loan before, can I still buy a house?

Most first-home buyers we help have never had a loan before.
Lenders don’t require you to have previous loan history - they simply assess your income, deposit, and ability to afford the repayments.

How can we do the session - phone call or video call?

We will give you a call on your mobile for your initial First Home Roadmap Session. If you prefer a video call, that can be arranged upon request.

What You'll Gain From Your First Home Roadmap Session

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Find Out Exactly How Much You Can Borrow

You’ll get a clear, accurate borrowing estimate based on real lender policy - not guesswork or online calculators.

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Learn Which Government Schemes & Grants You're Eligible For

We’ll break down exactly which government incentives you can use and how much you can save by doing so.

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Answers To Your Property & Finance Questions

Whether you’re confused about deposits, repayments, interest rates, or what’s even realistic for your situation, you’ll get straightforward answers.

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The Next Steps To Get Your Home Loan Approved

You’ll walk away with a personalised game plan built specifically for first-home buyers giving you certainty, direction, and a clear path forward from day one.

meet YOUR MOrtgage broker

Steven Christodoulos

Specialist First-Home Mortgage Broker

Trusted by hundreds of first-home buyers across Australia

98.8%+ home loan approval rate

If buying your first home feels confusing, you’re not alone.

Most people don’t know who to trust, where to start, or what matters most.

I specialise in working with first-home buyers and investors, so I’ve seen the same issues hundreds of times. I’ll explain your options in plain English and guide you through the process step by step.

Snapshot Of Our 30+ Lender Panel

Every lender has different rules - we handle all the comparisons so you never have to guess which bank is right for you

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Why First-Home Buyers Work With Initio Finance (Out Of 20,000 Brokers)

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Specialists In First-Home Lending

We know how to get home loans approved - it’s what we do every day.

We know the lenders, their rules, and exactly how to get your application approved. That’s how we maintain our 98.8% approval rate.

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We're Super Fast

Nobody likes a slow process - we move fast. Our clients get a clear borrowing estimate and plan within 24–48 hours of the roadmap session.
Because we know exactly what lenders want, we get your paperwork sorted quickly and push your file through without delays.

You'll be shocked at how smooth and quick the process feels.

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Seamless Digital & Secure Process

No paperwork piles. No branch visits.

We've invested heavily in our tech and systems to ensure your experience is fast, secure and fully digital.

From ID checks to document uploads, you can move through the whole process from your phone or laptop completely stress-free.

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Always Kept In The Loop

You’ll never be left wondering what’s happening next.

We give you real time updates at every stage so you always know exactly where your application stands and what to expect next.

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Completely Free Service

You don’t pay us a cent.
The lender pay us when your loan settles - so you get expert guidance without any fees, surprises, or hidden agendas.