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Samuel is a proud Butchulla man, a land conservationist, a devoted father, and now, a homeowner.
As a single-carer, Samuel’s journey to home ownership is a powerful story of determination and a desire to build a life for him and his son.
“I feel blessed being a homeowner. I feel like it’s a great accomplishment - having my own space with my son. It makes me feel very proud” he said.
The path to home ownership wasn’t easy, especially while juggling work, parenting, and financial responsibilities.
“It’s hard being a single parent, prioritising and budgeting, just the simple stuff. You’ve got to make sure you’re covered. That’s the main thing.”
Finding support through IBA
Samuel first heard about IBA’s home ownership program through his community.
“They said there was an information session, so I just went along to find out the process and to ask any questions.”
From that first session, Samuel found not just information, but ongoing support. IBA’s team guided him through the application process, offering help at every step.
“Just make the phone call, someone will get onto you and show you how to go through the application. It was good because they kept helping me along the way” he said.
1 in 5 IBA home loan customers are single-carers, and like Samuel, are navigating the home loan journey on their own. IBA supports single-carers with tailored support, flexible loans, and culturally grounded guidance.
Samuel’s story is proof that, “you can do anything if you’ve got the drive and the passion.”
Words of wisdom
Samuel’s message to others in his community is simple but powerful:
“My people, stay positive and keep focused. You can do anything in this life, if you’ve got the drive and the passion.”
His story is a reminder that homeownership isn’t just about a roof over your head, it is about belonging, stability, and legacy. For Samuel, it’s also about raising his son in a space that’s truly their own, while continuing to care for the land that sustains them both.
Did you know?
IBA offers free online and face-to-face home ownership information sessions. We also offer tailored sessions to meet your needs. Reach out to arrange an information session or register for one of our online information sessions here. All IBA products are subject to relevant terms and conditions.
