In this episode of The Home Building Podcast, Behan Flaherty sits down with Glen Austen, Director of TAG Finance, to unpack the world of home finance. Whether you’re building your first home, refinancing, or planning a property investment, Glen shares expert advice on navigating loans, securing pre-approval, managing interest rates, and avoiding common mistakes in the lending process. This is your practical guide to making confident financial decisions when building or buying your home.
Chapters
02:15 – Glen’s background
05:10 – The first step in home finance
09:00 – Interest rates & market conditions
14:30 – Common mistakes to avoid
20:00 – Finance for investors vs. owner-occupiers
25:45 – Structuring your loan for flexibility
30:30 – Final advice for first-time builders
33:00 – Closing thoughts & where to find Glen
40:00 – $10K Home Improvement Question
05:10 – The first step in home finance
09:00 – Interest rates & market conditions
14:30 – Common mistakes to avoid
20:00 – Finance for investors vs. owner-occupiers
25:45 – Structuring your loan for flexibility
30:30 – Final advice for first-time builders
33:00 – Closing thoughts & where to find Glen
40:00 – $10K Home Improvement Question
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