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Victoria Harris

By Victoria Harris (Co-Founder of The Curve)

Last updated: 11 November 2024 | 5 min read

For existing homes

Step 1: Getting started

Step 2: House hunting

Step 3: Going unconditional

Step 4: Before you settle

Step 5: After you settle

For new builds

Step 1: Getting started

Step 2: House hunting

Step 3: Going unconditional

Step 4: Before you settle

Step 5: After you settle

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