First home buyers, start here
Get a free property report and credit check before you make your move.
Takes about 60 seconds. Checking your credit with me won’t impact your score.
Where are you in your first home journey?
Start with the tool that matches where you’re at.
I’m just getting started
See where your credit score stands before you apply.
Check my credit score
I’m looking at properties
Check estimated value, recent sales and local insights before you inspect or offer.
Get a free property report
I’m working out my budget
Understand your borrowing power to set your budget before you start looking at homes.
Calculate how much I can borrow
First home buyer help without the pressure
Not ready to apply? That’s fine.
Rod can help you understand your options, avoid common mistakes and work out your next step.
What Rod can help with
Practical guidance before you inspect, offer or apply.
Your property: Check estimated value, recent sales and local insights.
Your credit score: Understand where you stand before applying.
Your options: Understand first home buyer schemes that may be worth checking.
Your next step: Know whether to keep looking, prepare more or speak with a broker.
Ready to stop guessing?
Start with a free property report or check your credit score.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you take the next step.
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No. You can start here even if you’re still saving, browsing properties or working out what’s realistic.
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If you’re just getting started, check your credit score. If you’re looking at properties, get a property report. If you’re working out your budget, estimate what you may be able to afford.
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A property report gives you useful information about a property, including estimated value, recent sales and local market insights.
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Your credit score helps lenders understand how you’ve managed credit in the past. It can be one factor lenders consider when assessing a loan application.
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No. These tools are a starting point only. A broker can help you understand what may be possible based on your full situation.
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Not always. Some buyers may be able to buy with less, depending on their situation, lender criteria and available schemes.
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Yes. Rod can help you understand which grants, concessions or schemes may be worth checking in your state or territory.