The First Home Playbook

Jaleesa Paine
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Buying your first home in Australia feels harder than ever. So many first home buyers feel priced out, confused by the process, unsure who to trust, and wonder if they'll ever actually get there. The First Home Playbook is a space where we ditch the shame, remove the overwhelm, and talk about real stories and strategies that help everyday Aussies who want to buy their first place, but don’t know where to start. Hosted by former award-winning mortgage broker turned first home buyer’s coach and author, Jaleesa Paine, this podcast blends money mindset, finance foundations, outside-the-box solutions, industry insights, and real stories that prove home ownership is still possible in 2026 and beyond... when you know how. You’ll learn how to navigate first home buyer grants and schemes - including the 5% Deposit Scheme (First Home Guarantee), First Home Super Saver Scheme, and Australian Government Help to Buy Scheme - plus the checklists, saving strategies and borrowing confidence you need to buy your first place. These episodes give you practical, actionable steps, plus the clarity, confidence, and courage you need to move forward - without sacrificing your lifestyle. If you want first home buyer tips, guidance you can trust, and a mentor who feels like a calm big-sis to support you through the whole home buying journey, you’re in the right place. 🎧 Hit subscribe so you don't miss an episode 🙌🏽 Follow along on socials @jaleesapaine 💻 Visit www.jaleesapaine.com For tools, resources, and support to help you buy your first home with clarity and confidence.

  1. 1d ago

    Before You Make an Offer, Ask These 5 Questions

    Walking into an open home can feel intimidating when it seems like everyone else knows exactly what they’re doing. But you don’t need to know everything. You just need to know what to ask. From listening to this podcast episode, you'll learn: The 5 questions I ask at every open home to gather useful information about the property and the seller Why understanding the seller’s motivation can help you if you decide to make an offer What days on market, previous offers and buyer feedback can tell you about what may be happening behind the scenes Plus, why price isn’t the only thing you can negotiate - and how the right terms could make your offer more attractive   👉🏽 Want more support? If you’d like support with your journey into home owership, you'll find so much support, resources and practical guidence inside my online education course The First Home Finance Formula.Inside the program I walk you through both the finance and the feelings - giving you tools and strategies to powerfully navigate the finance process and emotional rollercoaster that many first home buyers find themselves in. You also get access to live monthly coaching - it's amazing! Learn more here➡️ Let's Connect! Follow me on Instagram: @jaleesapaineGet tools, guides & support: www.jaleesapaine.com 🎧 If you enjoyed this episode Hit Subscribe so you don’t miss next Tuesday’s episode!And feel free to share it with someone else on the path to their first home.

    Before You Make an Offer, Ask These 5 Questions

  2. Sep 7

    Spot Red Flags Before You Fall In Love With A Place

    Spotting issues with a property early can save you thousands down the track - and it can also become one of your biggest negotiating tools. In this episode, I share the four things I do every single time I walk through a property, so you can spot the red flags before you fall in love with a place, not after you've moved in. From listening to this podcast episode, you'll learn: How to shift your open home mindset from "what do I love" to "what's wrong here" Why your recon should start before you've arrived at the property The simple top-to-bottom method a property valuer taught me for assessing risks Why your own words are one of the biggest red flags to watch out for  If you've got an inspection coming up this week, this episode is for you.     👉🏽 Want more support? If you’d like support with your journey into home owership, you'll find so much support, resources and practical guidence inside my online education course The First Home Finance Formula.Inside the program I walk you through both the finance and the feelings - giving you tools and strategies to powerfully navigate the finance process and emotional rollercoaster that many first home buyers find themselves in. You also get access to live monthly coaching - it's amazing! Learn more here➡️ Let's Connect! Follow me on Instagram: @jaleesapaineGet tools, guides & support: www.jaleesapaine.com 🎧 If you enjoyed this episode Hit Subscribe so you don’t miss next Tuesday’s episode!And feel free to share it with someone else on the path to their first home.

    Spot Red Flags Before You Fall In Love With A Place

  3. Aug 31

    4 Things To Do Before Your Next Open Home

    If you're deep in scrolling property listings, booking yourself into every open home you can find, starting to feel burnt out, second guessing yourself, and scared you'll buy the wrong place, you're not alone. In this episode, I share the four things I do before I ever walk into an open home - it's a framework that helps me stay grounded and make clear decisions, even when the market feels urgent and my emotions are trying to take the wheel. From listening to this podcast episode, you'll learn: Why starting with your life before scrolling listings matters  How to separate your needs from your wants How to set financial and property boundaries before your emotions get a say Plus a real story of the time we almost broke our own boundary - and what stopped us If you've been feeling overwhelmed by the hunt, or worried you'll get swept up and make the wrong call, this episode is for you.   👉🏽 Want more support? If you’d like support with your journey into home owership, you'll find so much support, resources and practical guidence inside my online education course The First Home Finance Formula.Inside the program I walk you through both the finance and the feelings - giving you tools and strategies to powerfully navigate the finance process and emotional rollercoaster that many first home buyers find themselves in. You also get access to live monthly coaching - it's amazing! Learn more here➡️ Let's Connect! Follow me on Instagram: @jaleesapaineGet tools, guides & support: www.jaleesapaine.com 🎧 If you enjoyed this episode Hit Subscribe so you don’t miss next Tuesday’s episode!And feel free to share it with someone else on the path to their first home.

    4 Things To Do Before Your Next Open Home

  4. Aug 24

    He Emptied His Giving Jar. I Didn't Stop Him

    In this episode, I share what happened the night our nine year old came home from soccer upset after seeing a man sleeping rough, and what he decided to do about it with the money in his giving jar. From listening to this podcast episode, you'll learn: why our kids can handle more than we give them credit for the three questions I asked before I gave him a single answer why money is a tool and not the destination, and how to teach that to your kids This episode is for you if you're wanting to raise kids who are financially confident and genuinely good humans beings too.   👉🏽 Want more support? If you’d like support with your journey into home owership, you'll find so much support, resources and practical guidence inside my online education course The First Home Finance Formula.Inside the program I walk you through both the finance and the feelings - giving you tools and strategies to powerfully navigate the finance process and emotional rollercoaster that many first home buyers find themselves in. You also get access to live monthly coaching - it's amazing! Learn more here➡️ Let's Connect! Follow me on Instagram: @jaleesapaineGet tools, guides & support: www.jaleesapaine.com 🎧 If you enjoyed this episode Hit Subscribe so you don’t miss next Tuesday’s episode!And feel free to share it with someone else on the path to their first home.

    He Emptied His Giving Jar. I Didn't Stop Him

  5. Aug 17

    Why Smart People Still Buy The Wrong Property

    Buyer's remorse rarely comes from buying a bad property. It comes from buying a good place that is wrong for you. From listening to this podcast episode, you'll learn: Why more research and more information doesn't always create more clarity The difference between your tangible criteria and your intangible criteria (and why you need both) How to build your own intangible wish list (that'll reduce your chances of buying a dud) Plus, why a property can tick every box on paper and still be the wrong one for your life  👉🏽 Want more support? If you’d like support with your journey into home owership, you'll find so much support, resources and practical guidence inside my online education course The First Home Finance Formula.Inside the program I walk you through both the finance and the feelings - giving you tools and strategies to powerfully navigate the finance process and emotional rollercoaster that many first home buyers find themselves in. You also get access to live monthly coaching - it's amazing! Learn more here➡️ Let's Connect! Follow me on Instagram: @jaleesapaineGet tools, guides & support: www.jaleesapaine.com 🎧 If you enjoyed this episode Hit Subscribe so you don’t miss next Tuesday’s episode!And feel free to share it with someone else on the path to their first home.

    Why Smart People Still Buy The Wrong Property

  6. Aug 10

    How Do You Know You're Really Ready to Buy?

    How do you know if you're really ready to buy your first place? Unfortunately, readiness isn't something you wake up with one morning. But thankfully, it's something you can build. In this episode, I share why loan approval and true readiness are two completely different things, the exact test I want you to try before you buy (so you can practice being a homeowner before you're locked into a mortgage), and why waiting for the "perfect time" to buy is one of the most expensive traps you can fall into. From listening to this podcast episode, you'll learn: Why being approved for a home loan doesn't necessarily mean you're "ready" How to run your own homeowner test so you know exactly what you can comfortably afford, before you sign anything Why perfect timing is a myth, and what to focus on instead so you're ready to pounce when the right opportunity shows up If you've ever asked yourself "am I ready?" and come up blank, this episode is for you. 👉🏽 Want more support? If you’d like support with your journey into home owership, you'll find so much support, resources and practical guidence inside my online education course The First Home Finance Formula.Inside the program I walk you through both the finance and the feelings - giving you tools and strategies to powerfully navigate the finance process and emotional rollercoaster that many first home buyers find themselves in. You also get access to live monthly coaching - it's amazing! Learn more here➡️ Let's Connect! Follow me on Instagram: @jaleesapaineGet tools, guides & support: www.jaleesapaine.com 🎧 If you enjoyed this episode Hit Subscribe so you don’t miss next Tuesday’s episode!And feel free to share it with someone else on the path to their first home.

    How Do You Know You're Really Ready to Buy?

  7. Aug 3

    Stop Doing These Four Things Before You Buy

    Buying your first home isn't just about the numbers. It's about learning to make good decisions when there's uncertainty, noise, and a whole lot of opinions competing for your attention. In this episode, I share the four things I'd encourage you to stop doing immediately if you're serious about buying your first home - none of which have anything to do with your deposit, your credit score, or your borrowing capacity. After listening to this podcast episode, you'll learn: Why comparison is quietly stealing your momentum and your confidence How to tell the difference between staying informed and living in fear Why not every opinion deserves a seat at your table, and how to protect your mind from the noise Plus, how to stop focusing on what you can't control and start focusing on what you can If you've ever felt behind, overwhelmed, or like you're the only one who hasn't got it together yet - this episode is for you. 👉🏽 Want more support? If you’d like support with your journey into home owership, you'll find so much support, resources and practical guidence inside my online education course The First Home Finance Formula.Inside the program I walk you through both the finance and the feelings - giving you tools and strategies to powerfully navigate the finance process and emotional rollercoaster that many first home buyers find themselves in. You also get access to live monthly coaching - it's amazing! Learn more here➡️ Let's Connect! Follow me on Instagram: @jaleesapaineGet tools, guides & support: www.jaleesapaine.com 🎧 If you enjoyed this episode Hit Subscribe so you don’t miss next Tuesday’s episode!And feel free to share it with someone else on the path to their first home.

    Stop Doing These Four Things Before You Buy

  8. Jul 27

    Why Do Money Conversations Always End in a Fight?

    Ever tried to talk about money with your partner (or anyone for that matter) and somehow ended up in a full blown argument twenty minutes later? Or maybe you avoid the conversation altogether because it never seems to go anywhere good anyway?If you can relate to either of those, you're not alone. Talking about money is tricky territory and can feel really hard.  In this episode, I share the exact tool I've used with her husband for the past 16+ years to turn heated, chaotic money conversations into productive ones. From listening to this podcast episode, you'll learn: Why we run money meetings How you can use this simple, repeatable 6 step process with a partner, your kids, on your own, or even with your boss How to structure a money meeting so it never spirals into a fight The exact framework to talk through any money topic How to close every money conversation feeling like a team, not opponents Plus why booking your next money meeting is the step most people skip - and why it matters If you're ready to stop avoiding the "money talk" and start building real financial confidence with the people in your life, this episode is for you. 👉🏽 Want more support? If you’d like support with your journey into home owership, you'll find so much support, resources and practical guidence inside my online education course The First Home Finance Formula.Inside the program I walk you through both the finance and the feelings - giving you tools and strategies to powerfully navigate the finance process and emotional rollercoaster that many first home buyers find themselves in. You also get access to live monthly coaching - it's amazing! Learn more here➡️ Let's Connect! Follow me on Instagram: @jaleesapaineGet tools, guides & support: www.jaleesapaine.com 🎧 If you enjoyed this episode Hit Subscribe so you don’t miss next Tuesday’s episode!And feel free to share it with someone else on the path to their first home.

    Why Do Money Conversations Always End in a Fight?
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Buying your first home in Australia feels harder than ever. So many first home buyers feel priced out, confused by the process, unsure who to trust, and wonder if they'll ever actually get there. The First Home Playbook is a space where we ditch the shame, remove the overwhelm, and talk about real stories and strategies that help everyday Aussies who want to buy their first place, but don’t know where to start. Hosted by former award-winning mortgage broker turned first home buyer’s coach and author, Jaleesa Paine, this podcast blends money mindset, finance foundations, outside-the-box solutions, industry insights, and real stories that prove home ownership is still possible in 2026 and beyond... when you know how. You’ll learn how to navigate first home buyer grants and schemes - including the 5% Deposit Scheme (First Home Guarantee), First Home Super Saver Scheme, and Australian Government Help to Buy Scheme - plus the checklists, saving strategies and borrowing confidence you need to buy your first place. These episodes give you practical, actionable steps, plus the clarity, confidence, and courage you need to move forward - without sacrificing your lifestyle. If you want first home buyer tips, guidance you can trust, and a mentor who feels like a calm big-sis to support you through the whole home buying journey, you’re in the right place. 🎧 Hit subscribe so you don't miss an episode 🙌🏽 Follow along on socials @jaleesapaine 💻 Visit www.jaleesapaine.com For tools, resources, and support to help you buy your first home with clarity and confidence.

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  • Creator
    Jaleesa Paine
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
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