Beginner to Buyer
33 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 40 ratingsBuying your first home is a huge milestone, but it can also be overwhelming. Join Nadeska Alexis as she sits down with real people to talk about their essential home buying questions, and hear from top real estate experts as they weigh in. This 10 part series will help you get an insider's view into the home buying process. Learn more by visiting beginnertobuyer.com
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¡Felicitaciones, eres propietario de una casa!
November 01, 2023 03:05 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBEl fin del proceso de compra es solo el inicio del viaje hacia la propiedad de una vivienda. Y, como descubre la nueva dueña de casa, Amaya Gunasekera, la emoción viene acompañada de nuevas preguntas y nuevas preocupaciones. Si eres, o pronto serás, un nuevo propietario, en este episodio encontrarás la sabiduría, tranquilidad y los buenos consejos que te prepararán para la vida bajo tu propio techo.
Cerremos el trato
November 01, 2023 03:03 - 33 minutes - 31 MBHas terminado tu búsqueda. Has hecho una oferta y fue aceptada. ¡Excelente! Ahora llega el momento del proceso de cierre.
¡Oferta aceptada! Y ¿Ahora qué?
November 01, 2023 03:01 - 33 minutes - 30.2 MBPuede parecer abrumador saber que tu oferta no fue aceptada, pero este episodio ofrece consejos y sugerencias sobre cómo seguir adelante... hasta llegar a una próxima oferta exitosa.
Hacer la oferta
November 01, 2023 02:58 - 39 minutes - 36 MBHas encontrado la casa perfecta, ahora ¿cómo haces una oferta para cerrar el trato? Nadeska se sienta con un experto para recopilar sugerencias sobre cómo navegar el mercado.
Encontrar la casa de sus sueños
November 01, 2023 02:57 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBDrew y Jonathan Scott ofrecen sus consejos de expertos sobre cómo saber cuándo encuentras la vivienda de tus sueños.
Trabajar con un agente inmobiliario
November 01, 2023 02:54 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBTu agente de bienes raíces es el componente clave de tu equipo de compra de vivienda. Aquí, Nadeska invita a un agente experimentado para hablar sobre cómo armar un equipo ganador en todos los sentidos.
La hipoteca
November 01, 2023 02:51 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBSeamos realistas: las hipotecas son complicadas. Los compradores potenciales tienen que pensar en la precalificación, los pagos iniciales y una variedad de tipos de hipotecas. Afortunadamente, los asesores de préstamos hipotecarios están aquí para ayudar. En este episodio, la presentadora Nadeska Alexis se sienta con una nueva dueña de casa para conocer su experiencia hipotecaria, y luego se comunica con un veterano gerente de préstamos hipotecarios para obtener consejos y recursos de expert...
¿Cuánto puedo pagar?
November 01, 2023 02:49 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBPuntajes de crédito, preocupaciones sobre ingresos y deudas, y pagos mensuales estimados-- incluso antes de hacer una oferta de compra, los detalles financieros pueden resultar abrumadores. En este episodio, la presentadora Nadeska Alexis escucha las preocupaciones de una madre soltera que que está atravesando por el mercado inmobiliario, y también se comunica con un planificador financiero certificado para ayudar a que todo tenga sentido.
¿Estoy preparado para ser propietario de una vivienda?
November 01, 2023 02:45 - 37 minutes - 34 MB¿La propiedad de la vivienda es realmente para mí? ¿Cómo puedo saber si estoy listo para comprar una casa? ¿Y, puedo comprarla y seguir viviendo la vida que amo? Estas son solo algunas de las preguntas que las personas hacen cuando consideran comprar una casa por primera vez. Pueden parecer simples, pero como descubre Nadeska Alexis, presentadora de Beginner to Buyer, en realidad son puntos de partida esenciales para un viaje exitoso hacia la propiedad de una vivienda.
La propiedad de la vivienda: Por qué es importante?
October 31, 2023 17:27 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBLa propiedad de la vivienda es buena para las familias, las empresas y la comunidad en general. Sin embargo, las barreras históricas han dificultado la compra de vivienda para muchos. Entonces, ¿qué debes saber sobre el historial, los datos y las tendencias actuales en la propiedad de vivienda antes de comprar? ¿Y por qué debería importarte?
ADU Basics
May 15, 2023 04:05 - 35 minutes - 36.3 MBWhat is an ADU and how can adding one help you earn income from your property? Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are becoming more and more popular to add space and potentially generate rental income. Navigating the decision to build one or convert an existing space can be tricky, but with this episode of Beginner to Buyer, we’ll take you through the process and what you need to do to be prepared if an ADU is the right choice for you. Host Nadeska Alexis speaks with Keelan Sears, a new hom...
Buying Your First Home: From Dream to Down Payment
May 15, 2023 04:05 - 23 minutes - 24.2 MBWhether you are a new homeowner or just beginning to think about how you will buy your first home, you’ve probably realized you have a lot to learn. From saving for a down payment, to taking advantage of special lending programs for first-time buyers, it’s important to have expert advice and insights from experienced professionals. In Season 1 of Beginner to Buyer, we walked you through the basics of planning for and buying your first home. With Season 2 we’ll continue to guide you through ...
Crunching the Numbers
May 15, 2023 04:05 - 35 minutes - 37.2 MBBuying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. How do you know if you’re finally ready to make the leap? How much do you need to have for a down payment? What other expenses should you be prepared for as a new homeowner? Are there programs available that could help you as a first-time homebuyer? In this episode, host Nadeska Alexis looks at all these questions for a deep dive into how to make sure you’re financially prepared for your first home. Nadeska speaks wit...
Planning for Fixer-Uppers and Renovations
May 15, 2023 04:05 - 44 minutes - 46.1 MBNow that you have the home you’ve always wanted, how do you make it your own? Whether you bought a fixer-upper to save money and have a list of projects to take on, or you just want to bring your personality to home decor, in this episode of Beginner to Buyer, we’ll take you through how to make your home what you want it to be. Host Nadeska Alexis is first joined by Lindsay DeAlba who lives with her family and owns a home in Northern California. Lindsay shares what it was like to do renovat...
So, You’re Ready for an Investment Property?
May 15, 2023 04:05 - 37 minutes - 39.8 MBNow that you have the home you worked so hard for, you might feel ready to continue your real estate adventure with an investment property. If so, there are many pros and cons to consider and in this episode of Beginner to Buyer host Nadeska Alexis will cover them all. Nadeska is joined by homebuyer Matt Sustaita who successfully navigated the expensive San Francisco real estate market and is now, with his wife, enjoying the process of making their home just right for their growing family. ...
Stress to Satisfaction: The Psychology of Home Buying
May 15, 2023 04:05 - 41 minutes - 41.3 MBDoes home ownership make you happier? The research is mixed, but most people agree that the security and stability of owning your own home offers a significant benefit and one that represents a level of achievement many strive for. In this episode of Beginner to Buyer, host Nadeska Alexis speaks with new homeowner Holly Sprinkle about what home ownership means to her. Holly shares her experience as a single mom of two boys and the difficulties of finding rental properties that worked for he...
Truth or Myth: Common Misconceptions about Home Buying
May 15, 2023 04:05 - 44 minutes - 52.6 MBDo you really need 20% of a home’s cost for a down payment? Can you buy a home if you have student loans? Is it better to be pre-qualified or pre-approved for a mortgage? Is your home guaranteed to increase in value? There are many misconceptions about the details of home ownership so if you’re starting the process of looking for a home this episode of Beginner to Buyer will get you up to speed on the reality behind common myths and misunderstandings. To start, host Nadeska Alexis talks wit...
Understanding Home Equity
May 15, 2023 04:05 - 27 minutes - 29.4 MBSo, you are in the market to buy your first home and want to understand its value, or perhaps you own your home and aren’t sure how to make the best use of your home equity. In this episode of Beginner to Buyer, we’ll take you through the basics of home equity and how to realize the true value of your home. Host Nadeska Alexis is first joined by Ronnie and Miriam Lopez to discuss their recent experience buying their first home. They share some of the ups and downs of the process and are ope...
What You Need to Know About Interest Rates
May 15, 2023 04:05 - 29 minutes - 30.5 MBHow do you know if it’s a good time to buy a home? Are you ready personally? How does the housing market with its changing interest rates affect the decisions you make? In this episode of Beginner to Buyer host Nadeska Alexis begins by interviewing Jason Roberts, a California renter who recently experienced some of the ups and downs of the home buying process. They discuss Jason’s experience with a hot housing market and the decisions and tradeoffs he had to make at different stages and cre...
Your Real Estate Relationships
May 15, 2023 04:05 - 28 minutes - 30.9 MBIf you’re like many people these days, your home-buying journey likely started online, browsing listings on platforms like Redfin and Zillow. Offering an easy way to view huge numbers of listings in any zip code, these platforms have surged in popularity— especially during the pandemic-influenced real estate bubble of the last several years. While online browsing can be a great way to start your search, there’s really no substitute for a trusted IRL (in real life) network— from friends or fa...
Beginner to Buyer: Season 2
May 15, 2023 04:00 - 36 seconds - 936 KBBuying your first home is a huge milestone, but it can also be overwhelming. Join Nadeska Alexis as she sits down with real people to talk about their essential home buying questions, and hear from the top real estate experts in the country as they weigh in. This 10 part series will help you get an insider's view into the home buying process. Learn more by visiting beginnertobuyer.com
Congratulations, you’re a homeowner!
August 17, 2021 19:15 - 38 minutes - 35 MBThe end of the homebuying process is just the kickoff to your homeownership journey. And, as new homeowner Amaya Gunasekera finds, the excitement comes along with some new questions—and new worries. Amaya was thrilled when she moved into her very own house in Greenville, SC, last summer. As a single person working full time, though, she has found it tedious to accomplish home improvement projects alone. On top of that, she has also run into a major problem with wiring that didn’t come up in...
Let’s close the deal
August 17, 2021 19:10 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBThe closing process can feel complex and overwhelming. With so many important details to manage, many people choose to hire an attorney to counsel them through the legal process, and some states require it. For 29-year-old homebuyer Omar George, the closing process was frustrating and anything but smooth. He talks with Beginner to Buyer host Nadeska Alexis about his experience with closing on his first home—an apartment in Chicago. Omar didn’t grow up hearing about investments or homeowners...
Offer accepted! Now what?
August 17, 2021 19:05 - 26 minutes - 24 MBCongratulations, your offer was accepted! But there are still a few steps to take before you get those keys in hand. In this episode, host Nadeska Alexis talks with prospective buyers and a real estate expert to discuss what to expect when your offer is accepted, and what comes next. Andrew and Lauren Adams are based in Columbus, Ohio, with their one-year-old daughter. They paused their original search three years ago when an offer went sideways. Now, they’re looking in Upper Arlington, att...
Making the offer!
August 17, 2021 19:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBFalling in love with your dream house feels wonderful—until you start to feel anxious about making an offer. How much should you offer? What about contingencies? How soon do you need to act? In this episode, host Nadeska Alexis talks with a woman who is feeling overwhelmed at the prospect of putting in an offer on a house in a hot real estate market. Nadeska gets many of her questions answered when she sits down later with real estate expert Matt Laricy. Tasha French Lemley has been renting...
Finding your dream home
August 17, 2021 18:55 - 34 minutes - 32 MBPrequalified for your mortgage and signed with a real estate agent? You’re ready for the fun (and hard!) part: finding your dream home. In this episode, host Nadeska Alexis sits down with recent homebuyers who discuss their complicated path to finding the right home—and then she brings in television personalities Drew and Jonathan Scott to offer an expert perspective on how to identify the kind of home that will fit both your short- and long-term lifestyle goals. Nadeska first talks with Li...
Signing with an agent
August 17, 2021 18:50 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBHaving the right team of trusted advisers along with you on your homebuying journey is key. In this episode, host Nadeska Alexis chats with a potential first-time homebuyer who’s currently trying to select a real estate agent. Nadeska also brings in a veteran agent to provide expert advice on how to go about assembling a top-notch team to guide your own buying process. Nadeska first sits down with China Wheeler, a prospective buyer, to check in on how the process of selecting an agent can g...
The mortgage
August 17, 2021 18:45 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBLet’s face it: mortgages are complicated. Would-be buyers have to think about prequalifying, down payments, and an array of mortgage types. Luckily, home lending advisors are here to help. In this episode, host Nadeska Alexis sits down with a new homeowner to hear about her mortgage experience, and then checks in with a veteran home lending manager to get expert tips and resources. First Nadeska talks with Rita Hill, a veteran and a single mom who just bought her first home in Richmond, Vir...
How much can I afford?
August 17, 2021 18:40 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBCredit scores, concerns about income and debt, and estimated monthly payments: the financial details before you even make an offer on a house can quickly feel overwhelming. In this episode, Host Nadeska Alexis hears the concerns of a single mom navigating the housing market and checks in with a certified financial planner to help it all make sense. Nadeska talks with Nadia Harrald, who lives in Chicago with her nine-year-old daughter and her parents. Nadia’s looking to buy her first home, a...
Am I ready for homeownership?
August 17, 2021 18:35 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBIs homeownership really for me? How do I know if I’m ready to buy a home? And can I afford to buy and still live the life I love? These are just a few of the questions people ask as they consider buying a home for the first time. They may sound elementary, but as Beginner to Buyer host Nadeska Alexis uncovers, they are actually essential starting points for a successful journey to homeownership. In this episode, she hears from a first-time home-buying couple and then discusses their questio...
Homeownership: Why it matters
August 17, 2021 18:30 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBHomeownership is good for families, businesses, and the broader community—but historical barriers have made it difficult for many to succeed at buying a home. So what should you know about the history, data, and current trends in homeownership before you buy? And why should you care? In this episode, Beginner to Buyer podcast host Nadeska Alexis sits down with Cerita Battles, Head of Community & Affordable Lending at Chase to talk about these historical trends and unpack why they are releva...
Introducing: Beginner to Buyer
August 13, 2021 14:04 - 1 minute - 1.09 MBBuying your first home is a huge milestone, but it can also be overwhelming. Join Nadeska Alexis as she sits down with real people to talk about their essential home buying questions, and hear from the top real estate experts in the country as they weigh in. This 10 part series will help you get an insider's view into the home buying process. Learn more by visiting beginnertobuyer.com