Key Finance

First Home Buyers
Buying your first home shouldn’t feel like a maze. Between deposits, pre-approvals, changing lender rules and a lot of loud opinions online, it’s easy to feel like you’re one wrong step away from messing it up.
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A common misconception

“I need a 20% deposit.”

Not always! Some buyers can purchase with less, depending on their circumstances, lender policy, and whether strategies like guarantor support or other structures are suitable.

We’ll walk you through what’s realistic for you – in plain English.

How Key Finance helps (without the bank pressure)

We’re a boutique, family business (operating since 2002) and we’re accredited with 30+ lenders – which means we can compare options and tailor the loan to your goals, not a single bank’s product range.

Our job is to:

  • Understand your situation properly (income, deposit, debts, goals, timeline)
  • Build one or more clear strategy options
  • Compare lenders and products that fit those strategies
  • Present a transparent recommendation and explain the “why”
  • Manage the process end-to-end – from application to settlement
  • Stay in your corner after settlement with ongoing loan health checks

And yes – we’re bound by law to act in your best interests.

What you’re trying to achieve

You’re trying to buy your first home and everyone has an opinion, when first home
buyers like yourself really want three things:

Clarity

What you can realistically buy (without guessing)

A plan

A personal strategy that fits your life now and doesn’t paint you into a corner later

Seamlessness

A smooth path from “we’re thinking about it” to settlement day

Real Client Stories

See how we’ve helped buyers, families and investors find the right loan strategy for their situation.

Competitive & Transparent Rates

Competitive & Transparent Rates

Enjoy clear, competitive interest rates with no hidden fees, giving you full visibility of your long-term costs.

Flexible Loan Terms

Flexible Loan Terms

Choose from short, medium, or long-term loan options tailored to first-time buyers as well as seasoned property investors.

Fast Approval Process

Fast Approval Process

Benefit from a streamlined application and quick approval, allowing you to secure property deals without delay.

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What the journey looks like

Here’s how it typically works:

01 Discovery
We chat (usually video call) to understand your goals and gather key details.
02 Checklist
You’ll get a clear list of what’s needed, and we’ll keep everything organised.
03 Strategy
Before talking lenders, we work out the smartest structure for your situation and what outcomes are genuinely achievable.
04 Shortlist
We match your strategy to the lenders most likely to support it - then sharpen the options (rates, features, policies, timeframes).
05 Approval
We package the application properly, manage lender questions, and keep you updated through conditional and unconditional approval.
06 Settlement
through the loan documents, liaise with the lender and legal parties, and guide you through to settlement day.
06 Aftercare
We check in after settlement and continue with ongoing reviews - you can always book time with us if life changes or you want to plan the next step.

What tends to feel hard (and very normal)

A lot of first home buyers come to us feeling:

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Short on deposit, or unsure what “enough” looks like
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Overwhelmed by information (and mixed advice from friends and social media)
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Unsure who to trust - bank, broker, online calculators, your mate’s mate
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Worried that existing debts (car finance, credit cards, BNPL) mean it’s a no straight away

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What Our Clients Say

Hear from clients who trusted Key Finance to guide them through important property and lending decisions with practical advice tailored to their goals.

"I have used Key Finance multiple times, each time has been a trouble free process. All follow up calls have…"

Laurie

CLIENT

"Daniel is amazing. Super helpful and made the process completely stress free. Not to mention he got me great interest…"

Sean

CLIENT

"I contacted Daniel based on the advise of a former friend, when we need to arrange finance for our new…"

Mesut

CLIENT

"My husband and I have just moved into our first family home that we purchased with help from Daniel at…"

Bonnie

CLIENT

"Daniel & Marianne at Key Finance are the most knowledgeable sharp shooters in the business! Particularly when my circumstances changed…"

Melinda

CLIENT

"I have used Key Finance multiple times, each time has been a trouble free process. All follow up calls have…"

Laurie

CLIENT

"Daniel is amazing. Super helpful and made the process completely stress free. Not to mention he got me great interest…"

Sean

CLIENT

"I contacted Daniel based on the advise of a former friend, when we need to arrange finance for our new…"

Mesut

CLIENT

"My husband and I have just moved into our first family home that we purchased with help from Daniel at…"

Bonnie

CLIENT

"Daniel & Marianne at Key Finance are the most knowledgeable sharp shooters in the business! Particularly when my circumstances changed…"

Melinda

CLIENT

Ready to talk through your options?

Whether your buying, refinancing or planning ahead, we’re here to help with clear and personal guidance.

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FAQ’s

A straight‑talking FAQ page you can actually use. If you don’t see your question here, just ask.

What deposit do I need?
There are pathways with less than 20% deposit (e.g., LMI‑backed loans or guarantor structures). We’ll map your options and trade‑offs.
What grants or concessions might I be eligible for?
Victoria offers several programs. We’ll confirm eligibility for your situation and keep you across any changes. Useful official links: 1. First Home Owner Grant (VIC) — State Revenue Office 2. First home buyer duty exemption/concession (VIC) 3. Off‑the‑plan duty concession (VIC) — plus a temporary off‑the‑plan concession extension (to 20 Oct 2026) 4. Home Guarantee Scheme — Housing Australia (First Home Guarantee, Regional First Home Buyer Guarantee, Family Home Guarantee) — try the Eligibility Tool
Should I get pre‑approval before I start house‑hunting?
Yes. It clarifies your budget and strengthens offers. We’ll package your application so it’s “lender‑ready”.
What counts as ‘genuine savings’?
Regular contributions over time usually qualify; gifted funds and tax refunds can help overall funds to complete. We’ll show you how lenders assess it.
How much can I borrow on my income?
Your borrowing power depends on income, debts, living costs and policy. We run servicing across multiple lenders, not just one calculator.
Fixed or variable — what’s better for a first home?
It depends on cash‑flow needs, flexibility and risk tolerance. We can model splits (part fixed, part variable) and explain pros/cons in plain English.

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