Buyer tools

First-time buyer checklist

Work through the key steps, save your progress, and see what still needs doing.

How to use this checklist

Start anywhere and build from there

You do not need to do everything in order. Tick off what you have already done, use the checklist to spot gaps, and come back to it as your plans become clearer.

  • • Mark off the steps you have already sorted
  • • Focus on the next few things that matter most
  • • Use the calculators and guides when you need more detail

Your progress

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Money

Mortgage readiness

Buying costs

Planning

Next step

Start planning your budget

Once you know which steps are done, use the deposit calculator to work out your savings target and what you may need next.