Buying a home is more than signing a contract or applying for a loan. It is a journey filled with decisions, new terminology and moments that can shape the next chapter of your life.
For some people, it is a journey they are taking for the first time. For others, it may have been many years since they last purchased a property, and the process can feel unfamiliar all over again.
Wherever you are starting from, having the right information and knowing who can help can make the path ahead feel much clearer.
That is why The Mutual Bank is hosting Make it Yours: Understanding the Home Buying Journey, a free information evening at the Hunter River Hotel on Wednesday 16 September 2026.
Practical information from local professionals
The evening will bring together members of The Mutual Bank’s local Lending Team, local conveyancers and local real estate agents to explain the different stages involved in purchasing a home.
Attendees will receive practical information about preparing to apply for a home loan, understanding borrowing power and pre-approval, looking for the right property, working with a real estate agent, reviewing contracts, engaging a conveyancer and preparing for settlement.
The session is designed to help take some of the mystery out of the process. It will also give attendees an opportunity to hear different perspectives from the professionals who help buyers move from an initial idea to the moment the keys are finally in their hands.
Who should attend?
The event is open to anyone who would like a clearer understanding of the home buying process.
It may be helpful if you are:
- Considering buying a home but are unsure where to begin
- Saving for a deposit and planning for the future
- Preparing to speak with a lender
- Returning to the property market after some time
- Supporting a child, family member or friend through the process
- Looking for a clearer picture of what happens between pre-approval and settlement
You do not need to arrive with detailed knowledge, a completed savings plan or a property already in mind. The purpose of the evening is to help you understand the journey and feel more confident about the questions to ask along the way.
Event details
Event: Make it Yours: Understanding the Home Buying Journey
Date: Wednesday 16 September 2026
Venue: Hunter River Hotel
Doors open: 5.30pm
Light dinner and welcome drink: Provided
Speaker program: 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Cost: Free, bookings essential
Places are limited.
Book your free ticket: Make it Yours: Understanding the Home Buying Journey
A home can begin as an idea, a goal or a hope for the future. Wherever your journey begins, good information can help you take the next step with greater clarity and confidence.
The information provided at this event is general in nature and has been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. and you should consider whether it is appropriate for you. Please review our Product Disclosure Statement, Target Market Determinations, Terms and Conditions, Financial Services Guide, and Credit Guide before deciding to acquire a product. Eligibility criteria, terms, conditions, fees and charges apply to all loans.
