Free First Home Buyer Seminar
Get clear, practical answers before you start house hunting
You and your guests are welcomed to join finance experts Mortgage Focus and local property specialists from LJ Hooker for a practical, jargon-free workshop created for first-home buyers in Joondalup and Perth’s northern suburbs.
In this workshop, you will learn that buying a home is not overwhelming or out of reach and you will leave knowing how much you may be able to borrow, deposit options, available government support and the important steps to take before making an offer.
Thursday 27 August 2026
5:30 pm arrival · 6:00 pm start
Sunday 13 September 2026
1:00 pm arrival · 1:30 pm start
LJ Hooker, 4/25 Delage Street, JOONDALUP WA 6027
Free event · Limited places available
No obligation. Partners, parents and family members are welcome.
Attend our free First Home Buyer seminar in Joondalup. Learn about deposits, borrowing capacity, home loans, WA grants and the steps to buying your first home.
Aspire High | Compromise Less
That is the motto which Stephen Davis - GM of Mortgage Focus - delivers for his clients purchasing their first or next home. A mortgage broker with a difference, Stephen started his finance career in the banks and took a quick shine to the industry. His attention to customer service won him multiple state industry awards as the best in the business.
Taking that institutional experience, Stephen now supports clients directly via his own brokerage Mortgage Focus. The skillset earned from working in various banks and other financial lenders gives Stephen a very unique skillset to help maximise borrowing potential, so his clients achieve more and compromise less.
By the end of the seminar, you’ll have a better understanding of:
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How much deposit and savings you may need
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How lenders assess your income, expenses and borrowing capacity
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The Australian Government 5% Deposit Scheme and other support options
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WA’s First Home Owner Grant and potential stamp duty assistance
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How family guarantees work—and what families should consider
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The differences between buying an established home, apartment or new build
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Pre-approval, making an offer and what happens through to settlement
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Common first-home buyer mistakes and how to avoid them
Not sure whether you’re ready to buy?
This free seminar is designed for you if you:
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Are buying your first home in Perth
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Want to understand what you can realistically afford
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Are still saving and need a clearer deposit goal
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Feel confused by loans, grants or government schemes
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Want to compare buying established with building
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Plan to purchase with a partner or family support
You don’t need to have a property picked out or a home-loan pre-approval before attending.
Not at all. This seminar is helpful whether you’re ready to buy now or are only beginning to save. We’ll explain the different deposit pathways and support options that may be available, including options for eligible buyers with limited savings or family support.
Even if buying still feels a long way off, you’ll leave with a clearer understanding of where you stand and what steps to take next.
There is no single credit score that applies across every lender. Each lender assesses applications differently and considers your broader financial circumstances—not just a number.
If you’ve experienced credit issues in the past, you’re still welcome to attend. We’ll explain how credit history can affect your options and what you may be able to do to strengthen your position.
Absolutely—age alone doesn’t determine whether you’re ready to buy. Your income, expenses, savings, commitments and property goals all play a part.
During the seminar, we’ll explain what lenders consider and share practical pathways that may help younger buyers enter the property market.
No. This is a relaxed, general information session, so you won’t need to bring any personal or financial documents.
Just bring your questions! If you’d like personalised guidance afterwards, you can choose to book a separate, no-obligation conversation with our mortgage broker.
Yes, the seminar is completely free, and there is no obligation to proceed with Mortgage Focus afterwards.
If you would like help after the seminar, you can choose to book a personal consultation. Mortgage Focus does not charge customers a fee for its standard mortgage broking service; instead, the lender generally pays a commission if your loan proceeds. Any applicable loan, lender or property-purchase costs will be explained before you make a decision.
Absolutely. You’re welcome to bring your partner, parents or anyone supporting you on your home-buying journey—especially if they’re interested in learning about family guarantees or helping you prepare.
Please include everyone attending when you register so we can reserve enough seats.
No. The seminar is designed to give you practical, easy-to-understand information about buying and financing your first home.
There’s no pressure to apply for a loan or book an appointment. You’ll simply have the option to speak with our team or arrange a personal consultation if you’d like further help.