First-Time Buyer Hub

Every calculator, guide and checklist you need to buy your first home in Ireland. Free tools built for the Irish market — from mortgage approval to keys in hand.

Free Calculators

🏠

Affordability Calculator

How much can you borrow? Based on Central Bank 4× income rules, deposit, and monthly budget.

Calculate →
💰

Help to Buy Estimator

Up to €30,000 back in income tax. Check your refund based on tax paid over the last 4 years.

Estimate →
🏛️

First Home Scheme

The state takes an equity share to bridge the gap between mortgage + deposit and the price.

Check eligibility →
🔄

Mortgage Comparison

Compare mortgage rates from Irish lenders side by side. Fixed vs variable, cashback offers.

Compare rates →
📋

Stamp Duty Calculator

1% on the first €1M. Quick calculation for your property price.

Calculate →
💶

Total Cost of Buying

Every cost beyond the price — solicitor, stamp duty, insurance, LPT, survey. The full picture.

Calculate →
🏘️

Local Authority Home Loan

Government mortgage at 3.55% fixed for 30 years. New April 2026 limits — check if you qualify.

Check eligibility →

BER Cost Impact

See how a home’s BER rating affects your annual energy costs and green mortgage eligibility.

Estimate costs →

Guides & Blog Posts

Premium Guides

FTB Toolkit

12-section buying guide, 85-point snagging checklist, solicitor questions template, cost breakdown spreadsheet.

€29
Get the Toolkit

Complete Buyer Guide

Everything in the Toolkit plus solicitor templates, viewing scorecards, and negotiation scripts.

€147
Get the Guide

Explore by County

Property prices, rental yields, and local market data for all 26 counties.

Dublin Cork Galway Limerick Kildare Meath Wicklow All 26 Counties →

Get the Irish Property Insider

Free weekly updates on mortgage rates, government schemes, new calculators, and property market insights.

Subscribe Free →