Buying your first home is one of the biggest purchases you will make, which makes it one of the most important financial decisions in your life. Sitting with Leigh in this episode is Jeff Noble, a managing director of Integra Wealth Solutions. Together, they break down the fundamentals of saving and investment, the importance of financial literacy, and the relationship between finance and real estate.

This episode will help you gain a fresh perspective on the property market through the lens of a finance expert.

Join Leigh and finance expert Jeff as they dive deep into essential topics that will guide you on your journey to homeownership:

• Finance Management Tips: Discover effective ways to manage your finances, ensuring you're prepared for different scenarios in life. 💰
• Setting Financial Goals: Learn how to set achievable financial goals. 🎯
• The Magic of Compound Interest: Discover how compound interest can work in your favor.
• Navigating Home Buying Challenges: Gain insights into common challenges first-time home buyers face and how to overcome them. 🏡
• Future of Home Buying: The property landscape in the next ten years and how to prepare yourself for it.

Whether you're just starting to learn about financial independence or actively saving for your first home, this episode is filled with valuable knowledge and inspiration. By understanding the financial landscape, you can make informed decisions that lead to a secure and stable future for you and your family.

CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Guest Introduction

01:52 What is a Tax Haven?

02:40 Finance Management

05:53 Jeff's Career

09:57 COVID in Melbourne

12:37 Opportunities in Melbourne

14:57 Work Culture in Singapore

17:15 How Jeff got into Finance

19:43 How to model financial success

25:43 Mentors

26:38 The power of repetition

30:07 Preparing yourself for opportunities

31:44 Setting Financial Goals

34:28 Advice for Savings

38:11 The effect of consistent savings

39:03 Compound Interest

42:54 Generational Challenges with Home Buying

45:10 Overcoming Home Buying Challenges

46:08 Getting your foot into the market

47:47 Home Buying in 10 years

57:52 First Home

01:00:07 Home Buying Pressures

01:02:24 Forever Home

01:03:37 First Home Buying Advice