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A first-time buyer’s route from viewing to keys

The steps in order, from setting a budget to the day the title transfers.

Super Seven Research 7 Oct 2026 6 min read

Set a budget beyond the price

Add registration, agency and any mortgage costs to the price you have in mind. Fees change, so ask your advisor for a current written breakdown.

Get pre-approved before you view

If you plan to finance, a pre-approval tells you what a lender may offer and makes your offer more credible to a seller.

From offer to transfer

Once an offer is accepted, a memorandum of understanding and a deposit follow, then the paperwork and transfer. Your advisor will give you a dated checklist for the property you choose.

General information only, not legal or financial advice. Rules, fees and thresholds change, so confirm current requirements with the relevant authority or a qualified professional.

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