If you are thinking of buying, it’s important to prepare before getting a mortgage. In this episode, Michelle chats with mortgage broker Michael Chiel from Stonehouse Group who shares his top 5 things to do before speaking with a broker.Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode: - Why planning on what you’re wanting to buy is an important step - How to do research on the property market - Understanding your deposit - Get to know your spending habits and budget  - How being honest with your broker can work in your favour