Course

The First-Time Buyer Course

Turn the mystery of buying your first home into an exciting journey you're actually in control of.
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Take your first step to a smarter home-buying journey

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What you'll know by the end

Six things that will change
how you approach your purchase

01

The exact steps and the right order to do them

Most buyers get this wrong. They make offers before a mortgage is agreed. They instruct a solicitor too late. This course fixes that.

02

How to read a property, not just fall in love with one

New build or Victorian terrace, freehold or leasehold, the type and age of a property affects what you pay to run it, insure it and sell it.

03

What your mortgage options actually mean in real terms

A 0.5% difference in interest rate over a 25-year term is worth thousands. This course shows you how to compare properly.

04

What you're entitled to that most buyers don't claim

First-time buyers in England pay no stamp duty on properties under £300,000. The Lifetime ISA adds 25% to your savings. Learn how to take advantage of this.

05

What to ask your solicitor, surveyor and broker

Most buyers nod along and hope for the best. Knowing the right questions changes the dynamic entirely and often changes the outcome.

06

What to do when something goes wrong

Around one in three purchases falls through. Surveys flag issues, chains collapse, and mortgages get delayed. We cover all of this and more.
Course Overview

Get the full picture before you take your first steps

Here’s exactly what you’ll understand after this course.

01

How long does buying actually take?
Discover exactly what happens and what can slow it down.

02

Which property type is right for you?
Detached, terrace, flat, new build, listed? What do they mean for your budget, maintenance and resale?

03

What type of mortgages are available?
Fixed, tracker, repayment, interest-only? What do the differences mean in practice, in cost?

04

What tax relief can you take advantage of?
How can first-time buyers benefit from stamp duty relief and Lifetime ISAs?

05

Who are all these people - and what do they do?
Solicitors, surveyors, mortgage brokers, estate agents. Who's on your side, who isn't, and what to ask each of them.

06

What do surveys and legal searches actually reveal?
A survey can save you thousands or stop a bad purchase. What are searches and why do they matter?

07

What happens on exchange and completion day?
Learn what to expect and what's expected of you on both these important milestones in your journey.

08

What do you do when something goes wrong?
Things go wrong more often than you'd think. Here's how to handle the most common scenarios.
Is this for you?

Are you a first-time buyer in the UK?

This is the course for you if...
  • You're buying your first home in the UK
  • You don't know where to start or what order to do things
  • You want to stop guessing and start understanding
  • You've had conflicting advice and don't know who to trust
  • You want to know what questions to ask before you're in a room with professionals
     
“I found the course really easy to follow and much less confusing than trying to figure everything out online. Everything was explained clearly and it made the whole process feel a lot less overwhelming.”
Simone S.
     
“I liked how everything was broken down into stages. It made the process easier to understand and stopped it feeling too overwhelming, especially around the mortgage and legal side.”
Etienne W.
This is NOT for you if...
  • You’re happy figuring it out as you go.
  • You’re comfortable risking delays, mistakes or missed opportunities.
  • You don’t want a structured process.

Education, not advice.

We always recommend using qualified professionals to assist you through the process, such as mortgage brokers, surveyors and solicitors. This course doesn't replace them, but it will prepare you for those conversations. You'll be well-equipped about what to ask, what to look out for, and when something doesn't add up.

Choose your path

The Course

A step-by-step guide to buying your first home - from first search to picking up the keys.

£149.99

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Course + Toolkit

The complete package. Everything you need to go from confused to confident.

£199.99

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The Toolkit

Practical tools to stay organised and make better decisions throughout your journey.

£69.99

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you might be wondering

Do I need any prior knowledge?

Not at all. This course starts from scratch and assumes nothing. If you've Googled "how do I buy a house" and still felt confused, this is built exactly for you.

How long does it take to complete?

Most people complete the course over a weekend, though you can go at any pace. The total video content is around 1 hour, plus time for quizzes and resources.

Is this specific to England and Wales

The course primarily covers England and Wales, where the legal process is the same. Scottish property law differs and we flag the key differences where relevant.

Is this financial or legal advice?

No. This is educational content designed to give you knowledge and confidence. You should always use a qualified mortgage adviser and solicitor for your specific situation.
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