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EPISODE · Apr 20, 2026 · 49 MIN

Build or Buy? The Real First-Home Buyer Guide for Millennials

from Own It - Your Property Partner

Thinking about buying your first home but worried about hidden costs or builder traps?In this episode, we chat with Brooko about what Perth millennials are facing in today’s competitive property market.We cover: • Build vs Established: Brooko breaks down the real pros and cons for first-home buyers. • Hidden Costs & Builder Red Flags: Learn how “from price” marketing, site costs, and sales tactics can catch buyers off guard. • Smart First-Home Moves: Tips on deposits, LMI, the 5% scheme, and why borrowing smart matters more than borrowing big.If you’re planning your first home, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and share it with someone taking their first step into the market.Learn more at https://localehomes.com.au/Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more!ABOUT BROOKO MOVESBrooko Moves is a Perth-based content creator who documents the real journey of millennials navigating the housing market. Through honest videos and insights, she breaks down the challenges of saving for a deposit, dealing with builders, and understanding the hidden costs of buying a home in today’s market. Her content aims to educate and empower first-home buyers to make smarter property decisions.See more from Brooko:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/brooko_moves YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@brookomoves            ABOUT ADAM SCHAAL Adam Schaal is the Founder and Director of Locale Property Group, a leading name in Australia’s property and construction industry. With decades of experience and billions in property transactions, he’s known for his integrity, leadership, and commitment to transparent, client-focused service. Adam is passionate about helping people achieve their property goals through honesty, expertise, and long-term relationships.See more from Adam: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-schaalWebsite: https://localewealth.com.au/               https://localehomes.com.au/ABOUT OWN IT Your Property PartnerReal stories. Real lessons. Real talk. Buying your first home, upgrading, or investing? It’s a big move and you don’t have to go it alone.  Hosted by Adam Schaal, the founder of Locale Property Group, Own It is where we discuss property journeys, wins, mistakes, mindset shifts, and everything in between. No jargon. Just honest, empowering conversations that shed light on all things property.  To know more about Own It Your Property Partner, you can visit the links below:Podcast/Blog: https://open.spotify.com/show/6mJ6RDVDZNU4Ov7aoH6FdAPresented by: Locale Property GroupFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/localewealthInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/localewealth/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@localewealthYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LocalePropertyGroup

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Thinking about buying your first home but worried about hidden costs or builder traps? In this episode, we chat with Brooko about what Perth millennials are facing in today’s competitive property market. We cover: • Build vs Established: Brooko breaks down the real pros and cons for first-home buyers. • Hidden Costs & Builder Red Flags: Learn how “from price” marketing, site costs, and sales tactics can catch buyers off guard. • Smart First-Home Moves: Tips on deposits, LMI, the 5...

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