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Tip #1 - When to Transition from Renting to Buying
The thought of purchasing your very first home comes with a ton of emotions - excitement and apprehension just barely scratch the...

Brittainy Lykins
May 2, 20201 min read


Tip #2 - Know What Questions to Ask and Who to Ask Them to
If after reading tip #1, "When to Transition from Renting to Buying", you thought, "I should consider buying a home in the next couple of...

Brittainy Lykins
May 1, 20202 min read


Tip #3 – Who You Need on Your Team
In the last couple of posts, we’ve talked about determining when the best time to transition from renting to buying could be for you, and...

Brittainy Lykins
Apr 30, 20204 min read


Tip #4 - Home-buying Timeline
Here is your step-by-step guide to buying a home! STEP 1 – MEET WITH A REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL Discuss the type of home you’re looking...

Brittainy Lykins
Apr 29, 20202 min read


Tip #5 – Determine How Much House You Can Afford
Before you get emotionally attached to a beautiful house, check your monthly budget to determine how much house you can afford. You need...

Brittainy Lykins
Apr 27, 20202 min read


Tip #6 - Saving for a Down Payment and Closing Costs
The question of “how much money do I need to buy a house” is at the top of every first-time home buyer’s mind. The answer varies wildly...

Brittainy Lykins
Apr 26, 20202 min read


Tip #7 - Get Pre-Qualified and Pre-Approved for a Loan
Pre-Qualification Pre-qualification means a lender has done an initial calculation of how much money you might be eligible to borrow. You...

Brittainy Lykins
Apr 24, 20202 min read


Tip #8 - House Hunting 101
So, you are ready to start house hunting! This stage will look a bit differently depending on how serious you are about buying. If you...

Brittainy Lykins
Apr 23, 20202 min read


Tip #9 - What to Expect When Writing an Offer
During house hunting, if you find a home you love and are ready to pursue trying to purchase it, you will submit an offer to the sellers....

Brittainy Lykins
Apr 22, 20201 min read


Tip #10 - Preparing for Closing
Congrats on making it to the final tip in this first-time home buyer series! From learning when to transition from renting to buying, to...

Brittainy Lykins
Apr 21, 20203 min read
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