Property and Online Dating?! Yep – Hear Us Out. In todays episode, Owen and buyer’s advocate Amy Lunardi have a bit of fun by breaking down 10 (very real) ways the home buying journey mirrors the highs, lows, and swipes of online dating. From emotional rollercoasters to red flags, dealbreakers to being catfished — this episode is packed with relatable truths and useful strategies for buyers navigating the property market. Whether you're searching for your dream home or your forever partner (or both), this one's a must-listen. 🧠 In This Episode: - It’s Exhausting: The emotional and mental toll of house hunting and dating — and how to stay motivated. -Finding “The One”: Why you shouldn’t ignore the perfect property just because it showed up early.- Getting Led On: AKA underquoting – the property equivalent of getting ghosted.- It’s a Numbers Game: Why showing up, inspecting, and putting yourself out there matters.- It Can Take a Few Dates: Don’t expect love at first open home.- Know Your Dealbreakers: What must-haves and red flags to define before you fall for the wrong house.- Evolving Preferences: What you want might change, and that’s okay.- Nobody’s Perfect: Aim for an 8/10, not 11/10 — even Travis Fimmel has flaws.- Beware of Being Catfished: How online listings can mislead – and how to sniff it out early.- Don’t Ignore the Red Flags: That easement, that OC report, that “too good to be true” price — trust your gut. 🎯 Who Is This Episode For? - First home buyers feeling stuck or overwhelmed- Property buyers trying to reconcile emotion with logic- Anyone who’s experienced “the one that got away” (in property or in dating)- Investors and homebuyers who want to learn how to structure a solid property brief Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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