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Compromise strategically: How this first-time buyer got the best bang for her buck
In this episode of the First Property Buyer Show, host Emilie Lauer sits down with Sabine Kaufmann to explore the challenges of navigating Sydney’s property market, including making compromises, handling competition, and facing tough decisions.
Kaufmann shares her journey from renting in Bondi to buying her first apartment in Zetland, reflecting on the lifestyle adjustments required when moving from a beachside suburb to a more city-centric location.
She explains how, like many first-time buyers, she had to compromise, prioritising apartment layout over size and forgoing a car park to secure the right property.
Rising rents and stamp duty exemptions were key factors that motivated her decision to buy rather than continue renting.
Kaufmann also details attending multiple inspections, making offers, and learning from early setbacks, highlighting the importance of persistence in a competitive market.
She stresses careful budgeting, understanding ongoing costs such as strata levies and council fees, and managing cash flow to ensure home owners are financially ready.
