Are You Actually Ready to Buy in Canberra?
Most buyers think they're ready. Answer 15 quick questions and see exactly where you stand before you start looking.
Bonus: finish the assessment and get my free guide, Winning Auction Strategies in Canberra.
Built by Thad Austin-Niven, a licensed Canberra buyers agent working only for buyers.
Where Canberra Buyers Usually Fall Short
Your results are scored across the four areas that matter most when buying property in the ACT.
Financial Readiness
How prepared your finance, deposit, and borrowing capacity are for the Canberra market.
Property Search
How clear you are on suburbs, property types, and where to focus your search in the ACT.
Negotiation & Valuation
Your confidence in negotiating with selling agents and bidding at auction in Canberra.
Due Diligence & Process
Your knowledge of inspections, contracts, and the steps from offer to settlement.
Three Simple Steps
Answer 15 Questions
Quick multiple-choice questions about your finance, search strategy, and buying knowledge.
Get Your Scores
See how you rate across four categories with colour-coded results and an overall readiness rating.
Download Your Report
Get a personalised PDF with tailored insights and recommended next steps for your situation.
See What You'll Get
Category Scores
Personalised Insights
Your finance is strong, so you're ready to act when the right property comes up.
Narrowing your suburb shortlist will make your search more efficient.
Practising auction scenarios will build your confidence for bidding day.
Created by Thad
Hi, I'm Thad. I'm a buyers agent here in Canberra, and I built this because most buyers I talk to don't realise how unprepared they are until they miss out on a place they love. It's 15 questions, takes under 3 minutes, and shows you exactly what to sort out before you start looking.
"I took the assessment and got immediate clarity on what I needed to do next before buying in Canberra. The personalised insights were spot on. Much more useful than anything I'd found online."
James, Canberra first home buyer
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Canberra buyer readiness assessment take?
The assessment takes under 3 minutes to complete. It includes 15 questions covering your finance position, property search strategy, negotiation readiness, and buying confidence in the Canberra and ACT market.
Is the property buyer readiness assessment free?
Yes, the assessment is completely free. You receive personalised insights and recommendations instantly after completing the questions. There's no account or commitment required.
What does the buyer readiness assessment measure?
The assessment measures four key areas: Financial Readiness, Property Search, Negotiation & Valuation, and Due Diligence & Process. Together they show you where you're strong and what to work on.
Who created this Canberra property buying assessment?
The assessment was created by Thad Austin-Niven, a licensed buyers agent based in Canberra, ACT. It is based on real-world experience helping Canberra property buyers navigate the local market.
What happens after I complete the assessment?
You'll receive instant personalised results showing your readiness category, tailored insights based on your specific answers, and recommendations for your next steps. You can also download your results as a PDF report.
Start Your Search Prepared
Three minutes now could save you weeks of wasted inspections and missed opportunities. See where you stand and what to sort out first.