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13 common mistakes home buyers make – and how to avoid them

Buying a home should be exciting, yet it can also feel overwhelming, particularly if you are purchasing for the first time. For most Australians, it will be the largest financial transaction they ever undertake, but many buyers enter the market without the preparation needed to make a sound decision.

13 common mistakes home buyers make – and how to avoid them

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Buying a home should be exciting, yet it can also feel overwhelming, particularly if you are purchasing for the first time.

For most Australians, it will be the largest financial transaction they ever undertake, but many buyers enter the market without the preparation needed to make a sound decision.

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Buying a home should be exciting, yet it can also feel overwhelming, particularly if you are purchasing for the first time. For most Australians, it will be the largest financial transaction they ever undertake, but many buyers enter the market without the preparation needed to make a sound decision.

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