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How to Be an Expert First-Time Homebuyer
Smart Money Mamas Show
English - September 14, 2020 06:30 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB - ★★★★★ - 119 ratingsInvesting Business Education Self-Improvement Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
#067: In today’s episode, I’m diving into all the things you need to know as a first-time homebuyer. For most people, this purchase is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make and it has a huge impact on your emotional well-being. We’re talking about why you need to be in it for the long-run, why you need to know what you can afford, why you should always get help from the experts, and more!
(1:28) Listen to why being in your home for at least 5-7 years makes the purchase price worth the investment
(7:18) Find out why your mortgage pre-approval rate and your actual budget are NOT equal
(11:51) Why I’m begging you not to drain your emergency fund to make a down payment
(17:32) Why investing a real estate attorney will be a decision you never regret
(22:20) Listen to why having a list of deal-breakers, must-haves, and nice-to-haves can dramatically simplify your decision making
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