
 Square Peg Founder Stories Tackle housing affordability and the rental crisis in Australia, with James Bowe from OwnHome
 Aug 31, 2022 
 James Bowe, Aussie startup helping millions of Aussies get past the initial hurdle of saving for a home deposit, discusses tackling housing affordability and the rental crisis in Australia. OwnHome offers a rent-to-own model, reducing upfront costs and partnering with Commonwealth Bank for a smooth transition to full-home ownership. James also reflects on his idyllic upbringing, building businesses, and the importance of team values. 
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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Solving Australia's Housing Affordability Crisis 
 02:16 • 6min 
 OwnHome: A Transparent Path to Home Ownership 
 08:00 • 6min 
 Upbringing, Family, and Gratitude 
 13:43 • 2min 
 Building Businesses and Tackling Housing Affordability 
 15:17 • 16min 
 Lessons Learned and Team Values 
 31:32 • 10min 

