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[ Course ]The Real Cost of Buying (and Owning) a Home
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The Real Cost of Buying (and Owning) a Home

Covers every cost you will face from deposit to years after settlement — so your budget reflects reality, not just the purchase price.

141 min5 lessons · 23 stepsBeginner

First Home BuyerRentvester

Aspiring Investor

Established

New Build

Off the Plan

Beginner

The Real Cost of Buying (and Owning) a Home

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The Purchase Price Illusion6 min

The Three-Layer Cost Model7 min

The Regret Pattern7 min

Self-Assessment: What Costs Do You Expect?3 min

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