Despite the increases in property prices across the country, buying a home continues to be a dream for most people. Matt Homewood, Financial Consultant at the Bongiorno Group, has guided countless numbers of his clients on purchasing their first home. He offers practical advice for first-time homebuyers, focusing on the importance of understanding both upfront and ongoing costs. He emphasises the need for thorough budgeting and lifestyle adjustments to ensure affordability and successful homeownership. The Money Doctors is proudly brought to you by leading financial services organisation the Bongiorno Group, the preferred tax and accounting partner for the Australian Medical Association Victoria and the Australian Dental Association Victorian Branch. For more information, please call 03 9863 3111 or visit https://bongiorno.com.au/ This general advice has been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider the appropriateness of this advice before acting on it. If this general advice relates to acquiring a financial product, you should obtain a Product Disclosure Statement before deciding to acquire the product. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.