Don’t let poor planning cost you thousands… or your property deal!

Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, this episode lays out exactly what to do after your offer is accepted - so you avoid delays, confusion, and expensive mistakes.
Your hosts, Julian and Mark Davis (Founder of ALIC, managing over $4.5 billion in loans), guide you through every step.
You’ll hear about things like sending the contract to your broker and conveyancer, to managing finance clauses, organising building and pest inspections, setting up insurance, and navigating settlement through PEXA.
Tune in to also hear about:
✅The importance of setting finance and inspection clause deadlines early
✅How to coordinate communication between brokers, solicitors, and agents
✅The truth about finance approval timelines and why “pre-approval” isn't enough
✅The risks of missing key dates and how it can cost you more than money
✅How to prepare for your pre-settlement inspection and what to look for
✅What happens on settlement day, who’s involved, and what PEXA does
✅The steps to ensure your property is rent-ready from day one
✅Final settlement day tips to keep things smooth, stress-free, and on track
Most buyers assume the hard work is over once their offer gets accepted. But this episode reveals a different reality.
The real work starts the moment ink hits paper.
Key moments:

00:01:00 What happens after contract signing
00:03:00 First actions after offer acceptance
00:06:00 The insurance mistake that costs buyers
00:10:00 Why communication makes or breaks deals
00:12:00 What banks actually need for formal approval
00:16:00 Getting your property manager involved
00:18:40 Why self-managing rarely pays off
00:21:40 Pre-settlement inspection essentials
00:27:00 Finance checks before settlement
00:30:00 How modern settlement actually works
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👉Get In Touch With ALIC
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✅About Mark From ALIC✅
Ranked as Australia’s leading residential broker for the past seven years, Mark Davis is a director and investment lending manager at ALIC.
Winning 23 times broker of the year and $4.5 billion+under management - he co-founded the company in 2009 and has forged it into one of Australia’s most respected brokerages.
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✅About Ripehouse Advisory✅
Through their innovative ‘done for you’ property investment system, Ripehouse Advisory simplifies the investment process - enabling investors to build a property portfolio that generates substantial returns.
With a focus on long-term relationships, personalised strategies, and thorough research, Ripehouse Advisory empowers investors to create a financial legacy that can be passed on to future generations.
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✅Contact Ripehouse Advisory✅

https://www.ripehouseadvisory.com.au/