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You know want to buy a home — you’re just not sure where to begin. And no wonder: Buying your first home can be a long, intimidating process, full of gross stuff like math, legal documents, and cutthroat competition. But have no fear: First-time buyers just like you do it all the time, and we’ll walk you through the process.

First, you’ve got to make sure you’re emotionally and financially ready to buy a home. Hopefully you’ve spent the past few years getting yourself on solid financial footing — that means earning a steady income, saving up for a down payment, and improving your credit so you can qualify for a mortgage.

The Search

There’s no harm in dropping in on open houses before you’re officially ready to buy, just to get a feel for the market and what you like and don’t like. But once you’ve got your finances squared away, it’s time to get started in earnest.  Read More