S.1 Ep. 1: Before Buying a Home

Welcome to the very first episode of KPI - Kehoe Property Insights, the property podcast brought to you by Kehoe Auctioneers, a family-run estate agency serving Carlow and beyond since 1964. As a second-generation business, we’ve spent decades guiding buyers and sellers through the Irish property market. Now we’re bringing that expertise directly to you in a clear, conversational format.In this debut episode, Florin and Eoin dive into the first step on the journey to homeownership: finances. Buying a property can feel overwhelming, but understanding your budget from the very beginning makes the process far smoother. Together, we unpack common questions first-time buyers have, such as:Do you really need to save for years before talking to a mortgage broker?How much should you realistically put aside for a deposit?What supports are available for first-time buyers and those on lower incomes?Why your first home doesn’t have to be your forever home.Along the way, we share practical tips on how to prepare your finances, how banks assess mortgage applications, and strategies to start saving smarter without feeling stuck. Whether you’re just beginning to dream about your first property or you’re ready to take the plunge, this episode will help you take those first steps with clarity and confidence.At KPI – Kehoe Property Insights, our goal is simple: to make the property world less intimidating and more accessible. From mortgages to market trends, renovations to regulations, we’ll cover it all in the weeks ahead. But every journey starts with step one and in property, that means getting your finances right.So grab a coffee, tune in, and join the conversation. Your dream home may be closer than you think.