Buying Your First Home: Why It Feels Overwhelming (And That’s Okay)
By Shantée Haynes | AHWD, C2EX, Helping the DMV On The Move...
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty | Washington, DC )
If you’ve been quietly lurking on real estate websites, Googling phrases like “how to buy my first home,” “mortgage tips for first-time buyers,” or “what’s included in closing costs,” you’re not alone. The homebuying journey can feel like a crash course in finance, contracts, and stress management—especially if you’re navigating the process solo.Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or just starting to explore the idea of homeownership, here’s what you need to know before you get too deep into the mortgage rabbit hole.For most people, buying a home is the biggest financial decision of their lives. But no one really tells you that it's also like learning a whole new language:pre-approvals, underwriting, closing disclosures, origination fees, escrow accounts, loan-to-value ratios… the lis...
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