Gain the knowledge and confidence to purchase your first home or investment property in this practical and engaging workshop. Learn from a current real estate investor and independent advisor with years of industry experience, and avoid the costly mistakes many first-time buyers make.
This relaxed and informative course covers the buying and legal processes, different types of home loans, negotiating with real estate agents, and understanding the true costs involved in purchasing property. Real-life stories and practical insights will help you feel prepared and empowered to enter the property market.
The course fee includes a comprehensive workbook.
Course Content
- First Home Owner Grant, duty exemptions and how to apply
- Understanding home loans, deposits and loan features
- The full costs of buying property, including hidden expenses
- Property valuation and how prices are determined
- The buying process: private treaty, auction and off-the-plan
- Negotiating strategies when dealing with agents and vendors
- The conveyancing process and the role of a solicitor
- Common and costly mistakes to avoid
- Protecting yourself in rising or falling markets
- Your rights as a purchaser when making offers or signing contracts
- Current market trends and future outlook
Schedule & Pricing
- One-day workshop: 10:00am – 2:30pm
- Location: Rozelle Campus, 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039
- Course fee: $129 (includes workbook)
Details
You will learn
- Identify different types of home loans and their features
- Understand the complete property buying process and costs
- Apply negotiation techniques when dealing with agents
You will get
- Comprehensive course workbook
- Expert guidance from an experienced property investor
- Statement of Completion
Appropriate for
First home buyers, aspiring property investors, and anyone considering entering the property market
Preparation
What to bring
- Pen and notepad for taking notes
What to wear
Casual
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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