Growing Family Finds Perfect Home in Ipswich

Emma and James were living in a cramped 1-bedroom unit when they discovered they were expecting their first child. With a baby on the way, they desperately needed more space but were struggling to save for a deposit while preparing for their new arrival.

"We were paying $320 a week for a tiny unit that barely had room for the two of us, let alone a baby," explains Emma. "We knew we needed to move, but with all the baby expenses coming up, saving for a deposit seemed impossible."

James, who works in construction, adds: "We looked at our options - bigger rental properties were $500+ per week, which would make saving even harder. We felt stuck between a rock and a hard place."

The couple discovered GettaHome through an online search for first-home buyer assistance. Initially, they were concerned about timing - Emma was already 6 months pregnant.

"We thought it might be too late to start the home buying process," says Emma. "But the GettaHome team assured us they could work within our timeline and understood the urgency of our situation."

The team fast-tracked their application and worked closely with their network of agents to find suitable family homes in their budget. Within just 4 weeks, they had found the perfect property - a 4-bedroom house in Ipswich with a large backyard and close to schools and parks.

"The house was everything we dreamed of," says James. "Four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a double garage, and a big backyard for the kids to play in. It was perfect for our growing family."

The settlement was completed just 6 weeks before their baby was born. "We moved into our new home and had time to set up the nursery before our daughter arrived," says Emma. "It was such a relief to have our own space and know we could provide a stable home for our family."

Today, their daughter is 3 months old and thriving in her new home. "Our mortgage payments are actually less than what we would have paid for a bigger rental," says James. "We're building equity, have security, and our daughter has a proper home to grow up in. GettaHome made it all possible."