Ripley Valley Blog

It’s the biggest investment you’re likely to make in your lifetime, so it’s important to devote ample time to researching the financial implications of buying your first home. Let’s face it, nobody likes unwanted surprises, let alone when it comes to forking out your hard-earned cash. So, here’s a list of some things to expect when saving for your first home and how to ensure you are in the best possible position when it comes to sealing the deal.

There are strong long term advantages to buying earlier in life, from gaining an invaluable sense of independence to building fundamental budgeting skills, and attaining financial freedom. Here, we look at how buying a home earlier rather than later in life can set you up for a better future.

It’s been quite a journey for Ripley Valley’s first buyer Mark McAleer came to Brisbane from County Tyrone in Northern Ireland, via Perth, in 2009. When his prime corner block titles early this year he will officially become one of Ripley Valley’s very first purchasers. And, once building is complete on the Como by Simonds Homes, he’ll be the proud owner of his first property.