First-Time Homeowners' Fixer-Upper Journey

0:00Hey, it's Corey, with Sydney News today, your city, your news, every day. First home buyers, Georgia Frances King, and mate Erdogan, finally landed their dream-fixer rapper and Melbourne's co-brook suburb after checking out more than 100 properties. In late 2023, they snapped up a 1970 brick house for $1,230,000. It stood out with its wild mix of vintage décor from the 50s to the 80s, but it was solid and fit their budget perfectly. The couple, who love kitsch in secondhand fines, had been priced out of nearby areas like Grunswick. They dove into renovations starting in January 2024, tackling everything from wallpaper stripping to building a kitchen island and revamping bathrooms. Their only prior experience was basic stuff like IKEA assembly and helping a friend paint. Users got a front row seat to their progress on the latest season of grand designs transformations. As property editor, Georgia, and our director, Medi, they've grown a big social media audience

1:03sharing their interior's journey. In Australia's tough housing market, turnkey homes are scarce, pushing more beginners into do-or-uppers like theirs. Experts like show host, Anthony Burke, stressed starting with a clear plan on budget, work level, and must-haves like good light or layout. The pair viewed up to 12 homes weekly. Learning properties often surprise you in person, for better or worse. They advise prioritizing structural checks with pro-inspections to avoid hidden costs on foundations or water damage. Work with the house's bones instead of fighting them and weigh with DIY you can handle safely, like demo work, while hiring pros for plumbing or... Electrics. Their smart choices let them save for bigger upgrades down the line. The Daily News Now is made possible with support from our sponsor. It's sleep podcast or your thing. This is your pillow. Built for comfort and calm. S-O-L-I-SOLIPILLO.COM