It is important to budget when you are buying a new house. Here is a handy checklist for you to print out and fill in during the budgeting process.
$
Purchase price
Conveyancing fees (including search)
Stamp duty on transfer
Registration fees for transfer and mortgage
Bank fees
Mortgage insurance
Stamp duty on mortgage
Building inspection
Pest inspection
Other inspections
Rates adjustment (if rates are paid in advance)
Amount required $