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Beginner to Buyer
Learn and build confidence in your homebuying journey with our experts
Podcasts
EPISODE 1
Homeownership: Why it matters
Learn about the history and significance of homeownership in the United States — and gain an understanding of why knowledge is power during the entire homebuying process.
EPISODE 2
Are you ready for homeownership?
The process of buying a home begins well before you go to your first open house. Get started here by examining your personal readiness for homeownership.
EPISODE 3
How much can you afford?
So you're ready to buy a house! The next step is learning about the true costs and de-mystifying the financial process so you can figure out just how much house you can afford.
EPISODE 4
The mortgage
Qualifying for and signing a mortgage loan is a daunting process; this advice from a home lending advisor can help ensure a happy outcome.
EPISODE 5
Signing with an agent
Your real estate agent is the key player on your homebuying team. Here, Nadeska brings in an experienced agent to discuss how to assemble an all-around winning team.
EPISODE 6
Finding your dream home
Drew and Jonathan Scott offer expert advice on how to know when you find your dream home.
EP 7: Making the offer!
You've found the perfect house — now how do you make an offer that will seal the deal? Nadeska sits down with an expert to gather tips navigating the market.
EP 8: Offer accepted! Now what?
It can feel crushing to learn your offer wasn't accepted, but this episode offers advice and tips about how to move on... to a successful next offer.
EP 9: Let's close the deal
You've made it through your search. You've made an offer, and it was accepted. That's great! Now it's time of the closing process.
EP10: Congratulations, you're a homeowner!
The buying process takes so much focus and energy, homeowners might be left with their keys asking, "now what"? This episode covers what happens financially—and emotionally—after your purchase.
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Resources
Mortgage calculator
Home affordability calculator
Mortgage rates zip code tool
How to prequalify for a mortgage
Choosing a term
The 20% myth