How to Buy a Home is here to change the game for first-time buyers. Can I really buy a home? How much do I need? Where do I start? The real estate industry overlooks first-time buyers, leaving them with myths, bad advice, and roadblocks. Real estate expert David Sidoni has spent 20 years helping renters become homeowners, coaching thousands across the country. Get real answers, insider strategies, and success stories from buyers just like you. Homeownership might be closer than you think. Le ...
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Join Keith Goeringer, a seasoned loan officer with over 20 years of experience, as he guides you through the complexities of mortgage and home loan transactions. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a homeowner looking to refinance, or exploring options like Rent to Own, USDA loans, FHA loans, or VA loans, this podcast is your go-to resource. Keith's extensive knowledge and dedication to smooth transactions ensure you get expert advice tailored to your needs. Each episode will break down t ...
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For first time home buyers, recent college grads, and personal finances freaks
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Dedicated to the First Time Home Buyer, we are here to give you the information you need to buy your first home. We are a group of real estate agents and mortgage lenders, and we know the home buying process can be confusing and intimidating. Learning a few key factors can help make the process easier to understand and less stressful. Our Website @ https://fthbpros.com has all episodes, articles, tools, and additional resources. NMLS#2141541 DRE# 02141890 / 02099257
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This is your ultimate guide to home ownership with our team of property experts across 6 podcasts explaining everything you need to know about buying a home in Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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If you’re interested in buying a home and don’t know how or where to begin, this will help you or contact 407-279-1930. Moe @D.R. Horton
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Why You’re Asking the WRONG Question About Interest Rates
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45:19If you’re hoping to buy a home in 2025, these four foundational steps will give you the strategy, support, and clarity you need to finally make it happen. Most first-time buyers don’t get blocked by credit or income—they get stuck because they’re guessing their way through the process. In this episode, David breaks down the four most important thin…
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May 2025 Market Shifts: Data That Gives First-Time Buyers an Edge
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21:01Three major market reports reveal a surprising shift toward buyer advantages like longer days on market, increased seller concessions, and rising inventory—here’s what that means for your first home purchase in 2025. Housing affordability panic is everywhere—from headlines on CNN and CNBC to TikTok meltdowns and uninformed relatives offering bad ad…
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$60K Income to Homeowner: Jessica’s Journey (INTERVIEW) - 343
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38:45Think you can’t buy a home on a modest income? This real-life story proves otherwise—and shows exactly how it’s done. In this jaw-dropping interview, Jessica shares her transformation from living in a van to owning a $400K home in Portland—all on a combined household income of around $60,000. With six years of steady saving, grit, and guidance from…
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Three Things I Wish I Did Sooner to Buy a Home (GUEST HOSTED) - 342
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23:00Struggling with student loans, self-employment, or just not knowing where to start? JT shares the top three things he wishes he’d done sooner to get closer to buying a home. This episode is hosted by JT, the Creative Director of How to Buy a Home—and an aspiring buyer himself. After editing over 100 episodes, he realized there were a few major step…
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Prices, Rates & Confusion - May 2025 Housing Market Update - 341
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22:57Housing prices are rising, inventory’s up, and rates won’t crash—here’s what that actually means if you’re trying to buy your first home in May 2025. The market may feel like a mess, but underneath the whiplash headlines are trends you can actually plan around. This episode breaks down the latest data on home prices, supply, and mortgage rates—incl…
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Down Payment Assistance, Discovery Calls & Lending Myths (INTERVIEW) - 340
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46:46Stackable grants, strategy-based lending, and insider truths about mortgage math—this episode unpacks what really sets unicorn lenders apart in today’s market. In part two of this masterclass with unicorn lender Kelly Cort, David and Kelly go deep on the real numbers behind down payment assistance, adjustable rate mortgages, lender-paid buy-downs, …
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Don’t Get Pre-Qualified—Get a Plan (INTERVIEW) - 339
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37:35Forget pre-quals and online rate shopping—this episode breaks down why discovery calls, custom strategies, and unicorn lender relationships are the real keys to homebuying success. In this first of a two-part conversation, David interviews unicorn lender Kelly Cort, who shares the most misunderstood truths about home loans—and how first-time buyers…
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Battling Mold, Bad Advice, and Moving Mayhem in Pittsburgh, PA (INTERVIEW) - 338
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58:41Alex and Tamara faced a long, complicated homebuying journey with unexpected setbacks—but their persistence finally led them to homeownership. Alex and Tamara’s path to owning their first home was full of surprises, setbacks, and last-minute hurdles—from inspection shockers and budgeting surprises to navigating mortgage complexities. Despite numero…
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Moving Scams: How to Avoid the Moving Mafia & Being Robbed (INTERVIEW) - 337
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39:14Behind the boxes and bubble wrap lurks a $2.2 million criminal industry—and this episode dives into the chilling real-life story of a moving scam and the five red flags every first-time buyer must know. It sounds like a crime show plot: a young woman hires a moving company, only to be threatened with her belongings being dumped in the Arizona deser…
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Moving & Packing Tips - How to Reduce Stress When Moving (INTERVIEW) - 336
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39:36Moving is one of the most stressful parts of homebuying—so before you decide to relocate for affordability, remote work, or a dream lifestyle, this episode helps you figure out if you’re really ready. David sits down with Mariette Frye, host of the Moving Tips & Tricks podcast, who has moved 20 times in 24 years and developed a practical and emotio…
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VA Loan, Self-Employed, Military Spouse—Jessica Did It (INTERVIEW) - 335
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1:05:46VA loan myths, self-employment hurdles, and relocating with a toddler—Jessica’s story proves that even with obstacles, a smart plan and the right team make homeownership possible. Jessica is a military spouse, a self-employed business owner, and a mom—three factors that many people assume make buying a home impossible. In this episode, she shares e…
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April Tariff Panic: What It Means for Homebuyers - 334
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16:35Stock market swings, Fed pivots, and tariff chaos all hit in April—here’s how it’s really impacting mortgage rates, builder incentives, and your buying plan. A surprise tariff announcement in early April caused the largest single-day stock drop since 2022—but does that mean the housing market is crashing? Not even close. In this episode, you’ll hea…
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From Out-of-State to Chicago Homeowner (INTERVIEW) - 333
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38:40In just two months, Conan went from renting in Michigan to owning a condo in Chicago—with a unicorn team, 5% down, and a plan built around his daughter and his goals. Buying from out of state? Recently divorced? Facing a competitive market? Conan tackled all of that and more—without overbidding, overpaying, or compromising on what mattered. After l…
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What I Wish I Knew Before Buying My First House
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7:20In this episode of Yes, You Can Buy a Home, I share the true story of how my first home purchase nearly fell apart — and the 7 steps I now teach every buyer to make sure it never happens to them. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, unsure where to start, or don’t know who to trust in this process… this episode is your roadmap. What you’ll learn: – What …
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Home Inspections: What’s Normal vs Red Flag? - 332
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37:35The home inspection process is one of the most intimidating parts of buying your first home. That’s why this episode, originally aired as Episode 110, has been updated with critical 2025 insights on smart homes, solar panels, attic access, and more. David explains why inspections feel overwhelming (spoiler: they’re supposed to), what your general i…
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April 2025 Housing Market Update – Stocks, Rate Drops, & Opportunities - 331
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19:27In this timely April 2025 market update, David Sidoni unpacks rate drops, rising inventory, and why some condos are suddenly less affordable—even as their prices fall. The latest housing market data is in, and David breaks it all down so first-time buyers can cut through the headlines and plan smarter. In this episode, you’ll learn how a 10% stock …
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From Renter to Homeowner with a Home Business – Christina’s Story (INTERVIEW) - 330
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36:38After nine years of renting and years of casual house-hunting, Christina thought she wasn’t ready to buy—but just three months after getting a unicorn team, she was closing on her dream home. Christina left Brooklyn for Cleveland thinking homeownership was still a year or two away. But once she connected with David and got matched with a unicorn re…
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In a Homebuying Purchase, Details Matter (REPLAY+UPDATE) - 329
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34:50This is more than a replay—it’s a full-circle moment. Back in Episode 244, David answered a listener’s in-depth questions about down payments, credit scores, and monthly payments. Now, in Episode 329, you’ll hear the amazing follow-up—how that same listener used the advice to buy a $650K home, win a bidding war, and walk away with a smarter mortgag…
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2025 Homebuying Action Steps - 10 Real Estate Pro Tips - 328
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39:59If you’re tired of feeling stuck, this is the episode that gets you unstuck. David lays out a step-by-step action plan—from boosting your credit and automating savings to leveraging AI, understanding taxes, assumable mortgages, and more. No generic advice here. These are real moves first-time buyers can make today to start building momentum, no mat…
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From “Maybe Next Year” to Homeowner in 4 Months – Elizabeth’s Story (INTERVIEW) - 327
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27:01Elizabeth thought she was 12–18 months away from buying her first home. Just four months later, she and her partner Joseph were moving into a sun-filled home they love—for less than list price and with instant equity. This interview breaks down how it happened. After discovering the podcast on Spotify, Elizabeth reached out expecting to take it slo…
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Unlocking 2-3% Interest Rates with Assumable Mortgages (INTERVIEW) - 326
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48:22Think low interest rates are gone? Not if you know where to look. In this game-changing episode, David Sidoni is joined by Ryan, aka The Assumable Guy, to break down assumable mortgages—a rare but powerful way first-time buyers could score a 2-3% interest rate in today’s high-rate market. Assumable mortgages sound too good to be true—but they’re re…
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Can an AI Chatbot Talk Homebuying? My Interview with Maya (INTERVIEW) - 325
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19:18In this one-of-a-kind episode, David Sidoni sits down with Maya, a conversational AI chatbot designed for natural dialogue—not real estate advice. What happens when a general-purpose AI is asked to weigh in on one of life’s biggest decisions—buying a home? David puts Maya to the test in this completely unscripted conversation to see what AI underst…
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How a Unicorn Realtor Helped Melissa Win Her Dream Condo (INTERVIEW) - 324
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35:46This episode pulls back the curtain on what happens when a unicorn realtor, a killer team, and a well-prepared first-time buyer come together. David Sidoni is joined by Melissa and her realtor Alton to break down exactly how Melissa bought her first home—a $675K corner-unit condo—in a high-cost area without getting house poor. Buying in Southern Ca…
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The Biggest Credit Score Shakeup in 23 Years: What Homebuyers Need to Know Now
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5:45Are you planning to buy a home in 2025 or beyond? In this episode of Yes! You Can Buy a Home, mortgage and real estate expert Keith Goeringer reveals the three biggest credit score changes coming in 2025 that could make or break your homebuying journey. From the impact of "buy now, pay later" loans to the removal of medical debt from credit reports…
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What to Know About FSBO and Zillow Before You Buy (Replay) - 323
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30:23In this special replay, David Sidoni dives into one of the most common first-time buyer questions—should you buy a home directly from the seller? Plus, the truth about Zillow’s Zestimate and why relying on it could cost you thousands.Buying directly from a seller (For Sale By Owner / FSBO) sounds like a great way to score a deal—but is it? David br…
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Am I Ready to Buy a Home? The 5 Questions You Must Ask - 322
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24:56Buying a home might seem out of reach, but are you closer than you think? In this episode, David Sidoni breaks down the five biggest questions every renter should ask before deciding if they’re ready to stop renting and start building wealth. Most first-time buyers wait longer than they need to simply because they don’t know where to start. David t…
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Buying in a High-Cost Area – Long Island, NY (INTERVIEW) - 321
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32:57Buying a home in an expensive market seems impossible—but Sam and Kristen did it while planning a wedding. In this episode, they reveal how they saved, strategized, and won their dream home in Long Island—without being the highest bid. With $40,000 down and wedding expenses on the horizon, Sam and Kristen weren’t sure homeownership was possible. Af…
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